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Something new to look out for soon in Germantown? First Watch

echamberlain@dailymemphian.com (Ellen Chamberlain) — Fri, 12 Sep 2025 10:00:06 -0500

A restaurant with no heat lamps, no deep fryers, no microwaves, and even a “no night shifts ever” approach is opening in Germantown.

Hundreds gather in Germantown park to honor Charlie Kirk

awarren@dailymemphian.com (Abigail Warren) — Thu, 11 Sep 2025 22:24:30 -0500

About 600 people gathered in Germantown to honor Charlie Kirk. They were challenged to “live like Charlie.”

The AM/DM podcast: Why 33 acres in Germantown could be so important

mcashiola@dailymemphian.com (Mary Cashiola) — Thu, 11 Sep 2025 06:13:46 -0500

Out of all Shelby County’s municipalities, Germantown may have the least available land left to develop. But there are 33 acres of what could be prime real estate just west of the popular Saddle Creek shopping center.

Germantown mayor to run for a fourth term

bdries@dailymemphian.com (Bill Dries) — Tue, 9 Sep 2025 17:00:20 -0500

Palazzolo seriously considered a bid for county mayor in the May 2026 Republican mayoral primary.

Collierville and Germantown schools restrict student cellphone use

awarren@dailymemphian.com (Abigail Warren) — Wed, 27 Aug 2025 19:19:44 -0500

In response to a Tennessee law, school leaders in Germantown and Collierville adopted rules related to students’ personal devices.

Red Devils win the battle of Germantown

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Tue, 26 Aug 2025 15:30:39 -0500

Sophomore quarterback Jourdin Shelton accounts for three touchdowns as Germantown turns back Houston.

Revamped proposal for Arthur property would decrease apartments, add green space

awarren@dailymemphian.com (Abigail Warren) — Thu, 21 Aug 2025 15:20:08 -0500

There have been several proposals for the site over the years, but the most recent is the second by High Mountain Investments.

Germantown tries to close $90M gap in Houston High renovation funding

blagrone@dailymemphian.com (Brandon LaGrone II) — Thu, 17 Jul 2025 13:18:07 -0500

With the city’s debt capacity limitations, the focus of Wednesday’s joint session shifted towards finding alternative funding measures.

Brent Rooker goes deep at MLB All-Star Game

editors@dailymemphian.com ( The Daily Memphian Staff) — Wed, 16 Jul 2025 06:52:47 -0500

Germantown resident Brent Rooker hits a three-run home run in Tuesday’s Major League Baseball showcase.

Was Rooker robbed? Local slugger one controversial inch short in home run derby

Was Rooker robbed? Local slugger one controversial inch short in home run derby

editors@dailymemphian.com ( The Daily Memphian Staff) — Tue, 15 Jul 2025 12:05:31 -0500

Brent Rooker and Cal Raleigh were tied with 17 home runs each, and MLB’s tiebreaker was who hit the longest. Rooker’s longest of 470.53 feet was just short of Raleigh’s longest of 470.61.

Cardinals select Houston High standout Ryan Mitchell

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Sun, 13 Jul 2025 21:27:19 -0500

On Sunday, the Cardinals selected Houston High shortstop Ryan Mitchell in the second round of the Major League Draft. He was the nation’s 26th-ranked high school prospect.

Former ECS baseball standout joins MLB Home Run Derby

editions@dailymemphian.com (The Associated Press) — Thu, 10 Jul 2025 14:29:01 -0500

“Competing in the Home Run Derby has always been a dream of mine,” the Germantown native said.

Two Memphians named MLB All-Stars

dboyd@dailymemphian.com (David Boyd) — Tue, 8 Jul 2025 17:24:56 -0500

One grew up in Arlington, and the other one grew up in Germantown. Now, they are headed to the 2025 Major League Baseball All-Star Game.

Popular yoga retailer opening first Memphis area store

awarren@dailymemphian.com (Abigail Warren) — Wed, 25 Jun 2025 19:11:49 -0500

The brand offers athletic clothing for men and women.

Find Fourth of July fireworks and parades in the Memphis area

editors@dailymemphian.com ( The Daily Memphian Staff) — Thu, 26 Jun 2025 11:48:10 -0500

Find Fourth of July fireworks and parades across the Mid-South in this guide — from Downtown Memphis to Southaven to Millington and everywhere in between.

Germantown leaders pledge more money for Houston High makeover

awarren@dailymemphian.com (Abigail Warren) — Tue, 10 Jun 2025 12:54:56 -0500

Two Germantown aldermen brought forth proposals Monday evening to put more funds toward Houston High’s master plan. Only one of those plans was approved.

Germantown farm to help UT-Martin expand equestrian, veterinary options

awarren@dailymemphian.com (Abigail Warren) — Sat, 7 Jun 2025 04:00:09 -0500

University of Tennessee-Martin officials hope former Olympic equestrian Melanie Smith’s Wildwood Farm in Germantown will be available to students by 2027.

Germantown considering bank in medical district

awarren@dailymemphian.com (Abigail Warren) — Sat, 14 Jun 2025 21:53:35 -0500

The Planning Commission unanimously endorsed plans for adding West Tennessee Bank to the collection of medical offices in Wolf River Professional Center.

GPAC selects new director

awarren@dailymemphian.com (Abigail Warren) — Mon, 2 Jun 2025 16:21:47 -0500

In a release, Patrick O’Connor, GPAC board president, said when he shared the recommendation with the board, there was “total support for Parke.”

Germantown adjusts tax rate downward ahead of budget approval

awarren@dailymemphian.com (Abigail Warren) — Wed, 14 May 2025 16:10:42 -0500

Germantown is considering a slightly lower tax rate than what was previously shown to city leaders and the finance commission.