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Hello again Germantown! We’re bringing you the latest town highlights. Don’t miss out, keep going! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Which Germantown educators and student just earned top city honors?
  • Which Germantown employees just graduated the city’s LEAD leadership program?
  • How will Germantown’s new tech change first responders’ daily work?

Also on today's calendar: Santa Photos and 5 more events.

Find out what's happening in Germantownfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Today's riddle: What did one tuna say to the other after getting caught stealing files from work? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

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  • Thursday: Mostly cloudy, with a high of 51 and low of 41 degrees.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 58, low: 30.
  • Saturday: A passing shower or two, with a high of 52 and low of 20 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Germantown Education Commission Honors Local Teachers and Student for Outstanding Contributions (hoodline.com) — Germantown’s Education Commission has honored two standout teachers and a high-achieving student for their leadership in local classrooms and the community. A Germantown High School AP teacher, an Evangelical Christian School learning specialist, and senior James “Jack” Chow were recognized for innovative teaching, academic excellence, and service that reflect the city’s commitment to education.
   

2. Germantown Celebrates 25 Employees Graduating from LEAD Program to Enhance Leadership and Teamwork (hoodline.com) — Germantown is recognizing 25 city employees who just completed the Fall 2025 LEAD leadership program, highlighted during a recent Board of Mayor and Aldermen meeting. Participants from departments like fire, parks, finance, and fleet management spent the season building cross-department relationships and leadership skills, with city leaders emphasizing how this internal investment ultimately strengthens services for residents.
   

3. Germantown Invests in Advanced Tech for First Responders, Mayor Emphasizes Enhanced Safety and Efficiency (hoodline.com) — Germantown officials have approved more than $220,000 in new technology and equipment to help police, fire, and utility crews respond faster and more safely. Seventeen upgraded in-vehicle computers and new emergency gear for eight police vehicles will modernize daily operations while recycling older units to reduce waste.
   

4. CMA Foundation names semifinalists for Music Teachers of Excellence awards, 60 TN teachers (fox17.com) — Several Germantown educators are in the spotlight as semifinalists for the CMA Foundation’s 2026 Music Teachers of Excellence awards, including teachers at Farmington Elementary, Houston High, and Riverdale Pre-K–8. They’re among 60 Tennessee music teachers recognized for outstanding work, with final honorees to be named during Teacher Appreciation Week next May and celebrated at an October 2026 ceremony in Nashville.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Thursday December 11
  • BACC Board of Directors
    Bartlett Area Chamber of Commerce , 2969 Elmore Park Rd , Memphis
    12:00 pm
  • Watercolor
    Lakeland, TN Calendar , 4527 Canada Road , Lakeland
    1:00 pm
  • Holiday Open House
    Bartlett Area Chamber of Commerce , 2969 Elmore Park Road , Bartlett
    4:30 pm
  • Fayette Academy Boys JV Basketball @ RCA
    Rossville Christian Academy , 280 High St , Rossville
    5:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • October 2025 Employees of the Month
    Please join us in congratulating Officer Brister, Officer Tapp, and Detective Kimbrell on being selected as the Collierville Police Department’s… (Nextdoor )
  • Mathnasium posted a job opening for Math Learning Center Director in Germantown. Apply here.
  • DSW (Designer Brands Inc.) posted a job opening for Store Associate in Germantown. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Germantown here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

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