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🌱 Patch AM: How La Vergne’s independent library fits into Rutherford County’s book fight
Coming up on the La Vergne Patch calendar: Games
Hi there, La Vergne! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- How La Vergne's independent library fits into Rutherford County's book fight
Also on today's calendar: Arthritis Chair and 8 more events.
Today's riddle: Who's in favor of bringing back Roman Numerals? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Friday: Partly sunny, with a high of 81 and low of 55 degrees.
- Saturday: Periods of sun, temps: high: 80, low: 57.
- Sunday: Beautiful with periods of sun, with a high of 78 and low of 50 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Luanne James sues Rutherford Co. after firing over LGBTQIA books dispute (dnj.com) — La Vergne residents are reminded that the city's own library operates independently as a former Rutherford County Library System director sues the county over her firing tied to LGBTQIA children's books. The federal lawsuit alleges wrongful termination, discrimination, and unconstitutional censorship by county library board members, highlighting broader debates over book access and free speech across Rutherford County communities. 
📸 Around La Vergne
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🗓 Upcoming Events in La Vergne
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★ Featured events ★
- Games →
337 Stones River Road, La Vergne
9:00 am
Monday September 28
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Other local events
- Arthritis Chair →
337 Stones River Road, La Vergne
9:15 am - Home School STEAM Lab →
Library, 5063 Murfreesboro Road, La Vergne
10:00 am - Coloring & Puzzles →
337 Stones River Road, La Vergne
10:00 am - Kroger Vaccine Clinic →
337 Stones River Road, La Vergne
11:00 am - Lunch →
337 Stones River Road, La Vergne
11:30 am - Fun City Players →
Senior Center, 337 Stones River Road, La Vergne
1:00 pm - Board of Zoning Appeals and Planning Commission Deadlines →
Public Works and Community Development Services Facility, 1500 E. Nir Shreibman Blvd., La Vergne
2:00 pm - Vinyl Club Listening Party →
Library, 5063 Murfreesboro Road, La Vergne
5:00 pm - Care Management Team Member Visit →
337 Stones River Road, La Vergne
9:00 am - Games →
337 Stones River Road, La Vergne
9:00 am
Monday September 28
Tuesday September 29
📣 La Vergne Shout Outs!
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- House Of Forgings posted a job opening for Credit Admin in La Vergne. Apply here.
- Walmart posted a job opening for Janitorial Associate in La Vergne. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near La Vergne here.
🗞 Nearby News
Smyrna
- SHSU bowling announces 2026-27 schedule (gobearkats.com)
- Four Weekends, One Stretch of Concrete, and a Saturday That Starts on Thursday Night (murfreesboro.com)
- Smyrna's Halloween in the Park: Costumes, Candy & Family Fun (rutherfordsource.com)
Brentwood
- In-N-Out and Pal's could be coming to Knoxville. What else is new? (tennessean.com)
- MNPD Officer Injured in Stolen Vehicle Pursuit; Two Arrested (williamsonsource.com)
Ok La Vergne! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I for 1. (Thank you Bill L. for sending it in!)
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