Germantown
Bailey: From IKEA on the way out to a Germantown TIF
A look at stories from outside the Interstate 240 loop from the planned departure of IKEA to resistance to a Germantown TIF.
Clay Bailey
News Editor
Clay Bailey, a lifelong Memphian, has worked as a reporter in the city four decades. He concentrated on suburban coverage for the bulk of his career, except for a stint as sports editor of The Daily Memphian when it launched in September, 2018. He now is suburban editor and also serves as a freelance sports writer for The Associated Press.
There are 231 articles by Clay Bailey :
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February 2026
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SuburbsBailey: Trying to crack a varying sidewalk code in the suburbs
A crack in the walk. Trying to decipher the various sidewalk codes in the suburbs — and who is supposed to pay for the repairs.
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GermantownBailey: Salvaggio’s announcement sets stage for eventful election year in Germantown
Palazzolo vs. Salvaggio for the Germantown mayor’s position has the makings of a good heavyweight battle with strong name recognition for both.
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March 2026
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GermantownBailey: Deciding whether a full-time mayor should abandon his full-time private job
The realization that a full-time mayor elected in Germantown might have to abandon their regular job has added a layer of discussion to the suburb’s decisions this year.
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SuburbsBailey: Memories of Libertyland, Lakeland and the Cunninghams’ collection
Former Lakeland Mayor Mike Cunningham and his brother Bill keep the memories of local attractions alive with items from the past.
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LakelandBailey: Suggested change in Lakeland government deserved more details
Lakeland Commissioner Connie McCarter suggested a veiled idea of changing the suburb’s form of government before eventually floating her full idea.
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