A long time ago, my old hometown newspaper would publish the names of delinquent taxpayers. I was always embarrassed that my uncle made the list every single year. I don’t know why he never paid his taxes on time, but…
Month: March 2012
Open Thread: It’s Budget Time Again
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Spring. How we love sneezing from all the fresh pollen and holding our breath to prevent the obnoxious smell of Bradford Pear trees from entering our noses. At least the blooming trees are pretty and spring is the best shade…
No Parking On The Dance Floor (But It’s Okay In The Streets)
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I found something very, very interesting today. I’m sure you have all seen these signs here in La Vergne. You know the ones, I’m talking about, the ones that say you can’t park on the street: So I thought, 15-604,…
Edward Ewing House Born Sep 9 1896 Died Sep 10 1896
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Edward Ewing House lived one day according to this headstone at what I am guessing is the “Mason Cemetery” at Lake Forest Park behind the police substation. Other graves show that a people who lived in LaVergne from years gone…
Hurricane Creek Cleanup Yesterday + Open Thread
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Yesterday was the Hurricane Creek Cleanup and I have got to say it was AWESOME. There were about 50 people there and we got a whole lot done. The weather could not be more perfect. I would love to thank…
Why Do We Park On A Driveway And Drive On A Parkway?
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So the Board of Mayor and Aldermen voted tonight to defer a vote on an ordinance that would ban parking in your yard. Understandably, people were upset. I live in a part of Lake Forest where there are LOTS of…
The Play’s The Thing, And So Is The New City Website
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Forgive my conciseness this evening, there’s lots to tell you and not much time. First, come out to support the kids in the Roy Waldron Drama Team Thursday and Friday nights. It is being held at La Vergne Middle School…
New and Awesome
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There has been a whole lot of harrumphing about our very own dear Kathy Tyson becoming the city’s PR Director, but say what you will, she has been rocking socks with the job. She started La Vergne’s Facebook page, which…
Clean Up Clean Up Everybody Everywhere
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Anyone who has children under the age of 21 might recognize the Barney lyrics: Clean up clean up everybody everywhere. Clean up clean up everybody do your share. If we promise not to sing any Barney songs even though they’re…