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Shan Foster speaks to the crowd about sexual violence prevention at the Wilson County Civic League fundraiser Saturday.
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Wilson County Civic League

Civic League welcomes Shan Foster at fundraiser

Tables of eight were set up in Baird Chapel at Cumberland University as groups from churches, businesses, the city of Lebanon and various political candidates filled the room to hear from guest speaker Shan Foster, former Vanderbilt basketball star and current senior director of external affairs at AMEND YWCA Nashville and Middle Tennessee.

Updated Apr 18, 2018 at 9:00 AM
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Politics

Beavers hurls derogatory epithet at woman during GOP meeting

A Republican state committeeman candidate used a derogatory epithet when he referred to a woman Saturday morning during the Wilson County Republican Party meeting.

Apr 16, 2018 at 10:05 PM
Wilson ONE members received their plaque, sponsored by Wilson Bank & Trust president John McDearman, from Wilson County Mayor Randall Hutto.
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Governor's Volunteer Stars Awards

Wilson ONE nominated for Governor’s Stars Award

Wilson ONE was nominated for a Governor’s Stars Award recently in Wilson County.

Updated Apr 17, 2018 at 2:00 PM
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Kona Ice

Free shaved ice on tax day

The fifth-annual No Taxation without Relaxation event is in honor of Chill Out Day. The Kona Ice island-themed truck will give away free shaved ice.

Apr 11, 2018 at 9:25 PM
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Community

Middle Tennessee Electric mourns loss of director emeritus

“This news hurts, as we had hoped earnestly Mr. Smith would recover from this recent illness,” said Chris Jones, Middle Tennessee Electric president and CEO. “Our beloved Mr. Smith leaves behind an unmatched and irreplaceable legacy, as no one loved the cooperative way more than Dan Smith. Middle Tennessee Electric and its employees, past and present, have lost a great champion for our cause. I will miss him greatly.”

Updated Apr 12, 2018 at 8:00 AM
Lebanon High School juniors and seniors celebrate prom Friday night at the Wilson County Expo Center in Lebanon. The theme was the Great Gatsby. Lebanon High School juniors and seniors celebrate prom Friday night at the Wilson County Expo Center in Lebanon. The theme was the Great Gatsby. Lebanon High School juniors and seniors celebrate prom Friday night at the Wilson County Expo Center in Lebanon. The theme was the Great Gatsby. Lebanon High School juniors and seniors celebrate prom Friday night at the Wilson County Expo Center in Lebanon. The theme was the Great Gatsby.
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Lebanon High School

GALLERY: Lebanon High School Prom 2018

Lebanon High School juniors and seniors celebrate prom Friday night at the Wilson County Expo Center in Lebanon. The theme was the Great Gatsby.

Updated Apr 12, 2018 at 12:30 PM
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Education

Camp Victory applications available

Wilson County Sheriff Robert Bryan and school resource officers will take applications until June 1 for the third-annual Camp Victory, a three-day, nationally recognized camp that deals with issues such as bullying, how to spot potential online predators and peaceful conflict-resolution.

Updated Apr 4, 2018 at 12:00 PM
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Cumberland University

Hagood named to Cumberland Board of Trust

Charles Hagood, partner and practice leader at Press Ganey, Inc., the health care industry’s largest patient experience technology, survey and consulting firm, was recently named a trustee at Cumberland University.

Updated Apr 3, 2018 at 8:00 AM
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Business

Lebanon Outlet Marketplace adds Urban Threadz to retail roster

Slated to open in April, the local men’s store will expand the center’s collection of savings up to 65 percent off premium brands, including Nike Clearance Store, Ann Taylor Factory Store, Talbots, Gap Outlet and more.

Mar 30, 2018 at 3:25 PM
The committee honored Jesse McLevain with a volunteer award during the appreciation luncheon.
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Black History Committee

Black History Committee highlights local volunteers

About 60 people and many Lebanon dignitaries attended the event, including Lebanon Mayor Bernie Ash, who presented a check for $5,000 from the city to committee president Mary Harris.

Updated Mar 30, 2018 at 8:00 AM
Dozens of people trekked through downtown Lebanon on Good Friday during the third annual Stations through the Square.
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Good Friday

Churches to tell story of Good Friday with event

Fourteen churches will set up for the fifth-annual Stations Through the Square event. Stations Through the Square brings to life the story of Jesus’ death on the cross. Using the scriptural Stations of the Cross, there will be 14 stops along the way put together by various local churches.

Updated Mar 29, 2018 at 11:00 AM
The reading room at Harper’s Books provides a place for tabletop games and a quiet place to enjoy a good book.
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The Mill

Harper’s Books creates space for readers

Owner Rob Kamer and his wife, Andrea, opened Harper’s Books last July in a second floor space at the Mill. Multiple book clubs meet once a month, and Kamer also puts on game nights for children and adults, giving people who love to read a place to enjoy the company of others.

Updated Mar 29, 2018 at 8:00 AM
Power Pinwheels displayed at El Ray Azteca Restaurant in Mt Juliet. The Power Pinwheels are available at local businesses throughout April to benefit the Keith Edmonds Foundation and raise awareness during Child Abuse Awareness Month.
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Keith Edmonds Foundation

Power Pinwheels pop up across Wilson County

April is Child Abuse Awareness Month, and local merchants agreed to be a part of the Power Pinwheels program and place the pinwheels in their businesses throughout April to raise awareness of child abuse and to raise funds for the Keith Edmonds Foundation, a local nonprofit that assists and empowers victims of child abuse

Updated Mar 27, 2018 at 8:00 AM
The American Legion Riders Post 281 in Mt. Juliet present a veterans welcome home event Saturday in Pavilion F at the James E. Ward Agricultural Center in Lebanon. It featured opening remarks by Lebanon Mayor Bernie Ash, guest speakers retired Maj. Bob “Bulldog” Ousley, state Veterans Services Commissioner Many-Bears Grinder, presentation of the colors, a prisoner-of-war missing-in-action missing man ceremony, military equipment display, vendors, door prizes, a silent auction and food for sale. Entertainment will include performances by David and Lil Ricky, the Kings Own Quartet, 2 Men and a Guitar and a special appearance by country music star Johnny Carver. The American Legion Riders Post 281 in Mt. Juliet present a veterans welcome home event Saturday in Pavilion F at the James E. Ward Agricultural Center in Lebanon. It featured opening remarks by Lebanon Mayor Bernie Ash, guest speakers retired Maj. Bob “Bulldog” Ousley, state Veterans Services Commissioner Many-Bears Grinder, presentation of the colors, a prisoner-of-war missing-in-action missing man ceremony, military equipment display, vendors, door prizes, a silent auction and food for sale. Entertainment will include performances by David and Lil Ricky, the Kings Own Quartet, 2 Men and a Guitar and a special appearance by country music star Johnny Carver. The American Legion Riders Post 281 in Mt. Juliet present a veterans welcome home event Saturday in Pavilion F at the James E. Ward Agricultural Center in Lebanon. It featured opening remarks by Lebanon Mayor Bernie Ash, guest speakers retired Maj. Bob “Bulldog” Ousley, state Veterans Services Commissioner Many-Bears Grinder, presentation of the colors, a prisoner-of-war missing-in-action missing man ceremony, military equipment display, vendors, door prizes, a silent auction and food for sale. Entertainment will include performances by David and Lil Ricky, the Kings Own Quartet, 2 Men and a Guitar and a special appearance by country music star Johnny Carver. The American Legion Riders Post 281 in Mt. Juliet present a veterans welcome home event Saturday in Pavilion F at the James E. Ward Agricultural Center in Lebanon. It featured opening remarks by Lebanon Mayor Bernie Ash, guest speakers retired Maj. Bob “Bulldog” Ousley, state Veterans Services Commissioner Many-Bears Grinder, presentation of the colors, a prisoner-of-war missing-in-action missing man ceremony, military equipment display, vendors, door prizes, a silent auction and food for sale. Entertainment will include performances by David and Lil Ricky, the Kings Own Quartet, 2 Men and a Guitar and a special appearance by country music star Johnny Carver.
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Vietnam Veterans of America

GALLERY: Welcome Home Veterans

The American Legion Riders Post 281 in Mt. Juliet present a veterans welcome home event Saturday in Pavilion F at the James E. Ward Agricultural Center in Lebanon. It featured opening remarks by Lebanon Mayor Bernie Ash, guest speakers retired Maj.

Updated Mar 25, 2018 at 6:52 PM
The third-annual Spayghetti Dinner to benefit New Leash on Life was held Sunday afternoon at Painturo’s Pizzeria in Lebanon. The meal included spaghetti, salad, rolls and a drink for $10 for adults and $5 for children 12 and younger. Proceeds will benefit New Leash on Life programs with a primary focus on its spay and neuter program. The third-annual Spayghetti Dinner to benefit New Leash on Life was held Sunday afternoon at Painturo’s Pizzeria in Lebanon. The meal included spaghetti, salad, rolls and a drink for $10 for adults and $5 for children 12 and younger. Proceeds will benefit New Leash on Life programs with a primary focus on its spay and neuter program. The third-annual Spayghetti Dinner to benefit New Leash on Life was held Sunday afternoon at Painturo’s Pizzeria in Lebanon. The meal included spaghetti, salad, rolls and a drink for $10 for adults and $5 for children 12 and younger. Proceeds will benefit New Leash on Life programs with a primary focus on its spay and neuter program. The third-annual Spayghetti Dinner to benefit New Leash on Life was held Sunday afternoon at Painturo’s Pizzeria in Lebanon. The meal included spaghetti, salad, rolls and a drink for $10 for adults and $5 for children 12 and younger. Proceeds will benefit New Leash on Life programs with a primary focus on its spay and neuter program.
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New Leash on Life

GALLERY: Spayghetti Dinner benefits New Leash on Life

The third-annual Spayghetti Dinner to benefit New Leash on Life was held Sunday afternoon at Painturo’s Pizzeria in Lebanon. The meal included spaghetti, salad, rolls and a drink for $10 for adults and $5 for children 12 and younger. Proceeds will

Mar 25, 2018 at 6:49 PM