Waiting for the right tenant: A look at some of Bartlett’s empty commercial buildings
Former restaurant and retail spots along Bartlett’s main corridors stand empty.
Topic: City of Bartlett
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May 2026
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April 2026
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Course correction: Quail Ridge’s comeback in full swing
It has been a winding path for Bartlett’s golf course — closed, destined to become a subdivision then saved by the city. With the driving range and clubhouse nearing completion, it’s almost time for Quail Ridge’s comeback.
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New restaurant, bowling-alley rebrand latest in evolution of ‘eclectic’ Bartlett district
Several new businesses and rebrands are emerging along the Stage Road corridor west of Bartlett City Hall, bringing a mix of restaurants and entertainment to the area.
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March 2026
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Bartlett City Schools unveils plans to replace deteriorating Altruria Elementary
The elementary school was built in 1976 and has more than $6 million in deferred maintenance.
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Building connections: Bartlett hosts 28th annual Business, Health and Home Expo
The annual Bartlett business expo provides an opportunity for local companies dealing in everything from health care to meals to bookkeeping to promote their services.
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New Altruria Elementary planned as Bartlett rejects costly renovation
Altruria Elementary is showing the wear-and-tear of its age leading Bartlett City Schools to plan a new school building behind the existing structure.
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Bartlett mayor goes ‘back to the ‘80s’ for annual State of the City address
With a 1980s theme as the foundation, Bartlett Mayor David Parsons highlighted the brightness of the suburb’s future, donning a pair of shades to emphasize the point.
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February 2026
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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.
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Bartlett approves purchase, new management for Quail Ridge Golf Course
The driving range and renovated clubhouse could welcome guests by April 1.
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Bailey: No property tax in Bartlett? David Reaves thinks it’s an idea worth study
While the idea may seem a bit outlandish, Bartlett Alderman David Reaves wants to look at whether the suburb’s budget could make it without the revenue stream of property taxes.
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Ice storm batters Mallard Pointe Golf Course, but Quail Ridge reopening still on track for Labor Day
The owner of the company planning to renovate and operate Quail Ridge Golf Course in Bartlett is dealing with problems at another of his courses — Mallard Pointe in Sardis — damaged by the ice storm.
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Could Bartlett get rid of its property tax?
Bartlett Alderman David Reaves wants the suburb to look into eliminating property taxes, but others wonder how the suburb would make up the lost revenue.
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January 2026
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Intrepid fun-seekers enjoy thrills of ‘Mount Bartlett’
After years of discouraging people from sliding down the slope near Bartlett Boulevard Soccer Park, the city is now encouraging those willing to give the slick hill a chance.
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Quail Ridge Golf Course’s sale to Bartlett nearly complete
The long-awaited sale of the Quail Ridge Golf Course to the City of Bartlett comes under final consideration Thursday after snow delayed the regular meeting Tuesday.
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Northeast Shelby County suburbs ready for winter storm
Arlington and Bartlett officials are preparing for the anticipated winter storm this weekend, running through the checklist of emergency necessities.
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Bartlett resident bringing Play It Again Sports to the suburb
After searching in several locations around Shelby County, a Bartlett resident has decided to open his Play It Again Sports location in his hometown.
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From New Canada Road to The Lake District, 2026 set to be a big build year for Lakeland and Bartlett
Officials in Bartlett and Lakeland have plans for the coming year, some that include the directions for their suburbs, but also whether they intend to seek new terms.
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With term limits looming, most suburban incumbents still all-in for 2026 races
Even though we haven’t quite reached 2026 yet, candidates for elections in the Northeast Shelby County suburbs already are making their intentions known with many of the incumbents running again.
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From The Heights to the ’burbs: Community builder Jared Myers to shape Bartlett’s next chapter
Bartlett has a new economic development manager who took over the role at the first of December and is learning all the key players in the suburb.
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Bailey: Maybe pillowcases at Youth Village should be a reminder to help year-round
A group of volunteers makes pillowcases for the incoming residents at Youth Villages, and maybe we all should take that as a reminder to help folks in need all year.
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December 2025
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New approval gives old properties a ‘second chance to create value for Shelby County’
Officials in Bartlett and Arlington are hoping to entice developers to breathe life into vacant land and fund critical infrastructure needs.
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Newcomer, incumbents plan runs for Bartlett school board
Three candidates have announced their intentions for the Bartlett City Schools board positions in next year’s municipal elections.
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Bartlett now jittery with many new coffee shops
An abundance of coffee shops have opened in Bartlett in the past year, making for a competitive market for those seeking a piping hot brew.
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November 2025
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Belly Acres belly-up at Bartlett’s Union Depot
A Belly Acres restaurant planned for Union Depot in Bartlett is off the table as the business endures financial headaches and is closing locations.
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Plans for a Bartlett corner would ‘destroy the character of the neighborhood,’ officials say
A request to convert residential land into a restaurant and multi-tenant building got a hard no from Bartlett officials — and neighbors.
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