tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52231856367240165042011-07-30T21:42:22.804-05:00amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comBlogger1821100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-44057723635453322552009-08-12T15:04:00.003-05:002009-08-12T15:07:50.697-05:00

Enjoy live music, free snacks and giveaway prizes at Life of Victory International Christian Ministries, 599 B Waldron Road, as they present "Rev. Riding in the Hood."The play will take place on Friday, Aug. 21 at 6:30 p.m. Don't miss this this empowering and uplifitng comedy/drama that deals with issues that face today's avernage American families.

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-29296503525513797172009-07-09T21:29:00.004-05:002009-07-09T21:37:07.245-05:00

Michael Baron received an award for the 2008 school year during the PAL Executive Board meeting on July 9. Posing are Sarah Baron, Katelyn Cthiede, Michael Baron, Joseph Baron and Cynthia Baron. Also receiving an award for leadership and academic achievement was Hannah Ascher. PAL Executive Director Gerry Howse poses with both students.

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-69050268345025197542009-07-09T13:27:00.000-05:002009-07-09T13:28:14.287-05:00

City Chipper ServiceThe Public Works Department of the City of La Vergne, provides a chipper service all year to the residents of the city free of charge. Guidelines for the service are as follows:1. The pile of brush must be left within four (4) feet of the edge of the road. This allows the crew to have access to the debris without making a mess in the resident’s yard. 2. The maximum diameter of

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-46822273497848953452009-07-08T09:32:00.000-05:002009-07-08T09:33:22.851-05:00

The City of La Vergne has been awarded with the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA).This award is the fourteenth straight for the city, according to Finance Director Phillis Rogers. “We have tried for the award for 14 straight years and have received it for each of those years,”

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-20397352849984341172009-06-30T13:18:00.001-05:002009-06-30T13:18:32.459-05:00

With the recent Proclamation by President Barak Obama honoring the National D.A.R.E. Program, the La Vergne Rotary is planning for the largest D.A.R.E./Rotary Car, Truck and Bike Show ever! The show runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, July 25, 2009. New for this year is a showcase of “Bikes”. The event will take place at Veteran's Memorial Park, 115 Floyd Mayfield Drive in La Vergne, Tenn.

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-76994532202424152072009-06-30T12:31:00.002-05:002009-07-01T14:53:25.323-05:00

The annual celebration of National Night Out in La Vergne will take place from 6 - 9 p.m. on Aug. 4 at Veteran's Memorial Park, 115 Floyd Mayfield Drive. The public is encouraged to come out to this special event which will include a Blackhawk helicopter and rock wall from the Tennessee National Guard. Also scheduled to be there this year is Lifeflight, a special demonstration by the La Vergne

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-85905914326637980742009-06-18T09:51:00.000-05:002009-06-18T09:52:35.055-05:00

La Vernge Police are looking for a man who is accused of identity theft."This guy is meeting women online at www.singlesonline.net and meeting them at hotels and other places," said Detective David Durham. "In this particular case, the woman had to leave the room for a while and the man -- Marquell Decarlos Mosby, 32, of 1615 Bill Eller in La Vergne -- stole a check and her social security card."

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-89194999478020370302009-06-12T09:53:00.001-05:002009-06-12T09:57:28.872-05:00

The Father's House Church will hold Vacation Bible School June 22-26 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Rock Springs Elementary School. It is for ages K-6th grade. For more information, cal 793-0833.

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-28959867200554825482009-05-07T16:09:00.001-05:002009-06-04T15:42:51.575-05:00

The second annual Officer Benefit Bass Tournament, sponsored by the Percy Priest Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 85, has been moved to July 11th from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m., launching from Fate Sanders Marina in Smyrna. The tournament is open to the public.Early registration is June 1 - July 2 from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the La Vergne Police Department, behind City Hall at 5093 Murfreesboro Road in La

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-49989706004007903002009-05-05T13:09:00.000-05:002009-05-05T13:10:21.269-05:00

The La Vergne Public Works Department has announced that the City-wide chipper service is operating throughout the city of La Vergne, for the convenience of residents.The chipper service is free to all residents of La Vergne and is managed by Gary Riddle, who detailed guidelines for the service:1.    The pile of brush must be left with four (4) feet of the edge of the road. This allows the crew

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-25797033798543954382009-05-04T20:15:00.000-05:002009-05-04T20:16:20.075-05:00

The La Vergne Rescue will be having a Ham Breakfast Saturday May 9th from 6 -10 a.m. at the Rescue Squad Building, 141 Gambill lane in La Vergne

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-54119648713531458122009-05-04T10:00:00.001-05:002009-05-04T10:02:46.148-05:00

In resposnse to the Swine Fly outbreak, the La Vergne Drug Store is extending their vitamin C offer until the threat is over. As you know, Vitamin C increases a person's immuity and ability to fight off infections including the flu. Please pass this along to anyone you might know.

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-19560543591427791292009-05-01T09:33:00.000-05:002009-05-01T09:34:16.955-05:00

The La Vergne Police Athletic League has added a second week of summer camp to their annual program, which will now thake place July 27 - 31 and Aug. 3 - 7. Cost for each week of the camp, which will be held at the Multi-Purpose building, is $60 plus $10 for after care (4:30 - 5:30 p.m.). There is a limit of 30 kids per week of camp."We wanted to be able to fill that extra week between our usual

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-72284813546993849272009-04-28T11:50:00.002-05:002009-04-29T09:45:59.260-05:00

The Police Athletic League will hold a radKids self empowerment class June 4 - 6 at the Multi-Purpose building by the ballfields behind City Hall, 5093 Murfreesboro Road in La Vergne. This is for boys and girls 7 - 13. Times are : June 4 -- 7 to 8:30 p.m.; June 5 --6:30 - 8:30 p.m. and June 6-- 10:15 a.m. until graduation is done."Let us empower your kids to protect themselves from abduction by

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-73637854033212683152009-04-23T15:00:00.000-05:002009-04-23T15:01:12.792-05:00

The reward -- in addition to Crimestopper's $1,000 reward for the successful prosecution of those who stole 300 TVs last weeekend -- has been uppped to $11,000 with Aaron's corporate kicking in the additional $10,000 for the arrest and successful prosecution of the individuals. For more information, contact CrimeStoppers at 893-STOP or the police department at 287-8667 and ask for Sgt. Mullen.

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-51232859225170986592009-04-21T10:41:00.000-05:002009-04-21T10:42:50.624-05:00

The La Vergne Police Athletic League will host a yard sale on Saturday May 16 in the lot next to Merchandise Liquidators on Murfreesboro Road in La Vergne.Donations are being accepted or you may rent a booth for $10 (10 x 10 space) to sell your items.Call Laurie Moore at 220-0343 for more information.

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-74497792610003547672009-04-21T10:24:00.000-05:002009-04-21T10:25:16.502-05:00

With Yard Sale season coming up, it is important to note that in La Vergne no signs are not allowed in the right of way or on utility poles. For more information, contact Mike Jenkins at Codes at 213-2624.

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-38980494709886544492009-04-21T09:44:00.000-05:002009-04-21T09:45:27.290-05:00

A theft of approximately $300,000 in televisions from an Aaron's Rent-a-Center storage facility, 323 Mason Road, in La Vergne on Saturday, April 18 has La Vergne Police Department officers looking for approximately three individuals connected to the crime.According to LPD Sgt. Mike Mullen, of the Criminal Investigative Division, the thieves took 300 television ranging in size from 42" to 52"

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-10709415040484692552009-04-01T19:55:00.000-05:002009-04-01T19:56:00.178-05:00

The La Vergne Police Department SWAT team apprehended an 18-year-old California man wanted in connection with eight armed robberies in California, LPD Chief Ted Boyd said tonight.Shane Dalton Barraclough, 18, of Stanisaus County, California was apprehended at 132 Carlton Drive Wednesday evening as he prepared to move to Florida, Boyd said.“We’ve been working on this case since January, and were

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-55499442513868562922009-03-31T11:32:00.001-05:002009-03-31T13:31:23.395-05:00

The La Vergne Parks and Recreation Department will have summer camp sign-ups, beginning at 9 a.m. on May 9 at their building located at 294 Sand Hill Road. They will take the first 40 per week. There will be a waiting list. Weeks of the camp are June 8 - 12; June 15-19; June 22-26; July 6 - 10; July 13-17; July 20-24. Cost is $60 for each week of the camp, which will run from 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-4691959184136252532009-03-29T13:12:00.001-05:002009-03-29T13:13:37.739-05:00

The annual Easter Egg hunt will take place this Saturday, April 4 from 9 - 11 a.m. There will be games for the kids -- aged 0 - 11 beginning at 9 a.m. The hunt begins promptly at 10. Age groups are 0-3; 4-7 and 8 - 11. The event will take place at Bicentennial Park, next to City Hall on Murfreesboro Road.For more information, contact Parks and Rec at 793-3224

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-4639480995213202652009-03-27T13:50:00.003-05:002009-03-27T14:16:45.622-05:00

The City of La Vergne is looking for sponsors to help relive the cost of National Night Out, when the city comes together to make a stand against crime. Sponsorship costs run $100 and up. The city is looking to raise $3000 for the night to help defer the costs of the event. Sponsors will also have the opportunity to have an informational table at the event. Sales are not allowed during the free

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-57065572218255215252009-03-19T11:09:00.000-05:002009-03-19T11:10:08.427-05:00

The City of La Vergne is giving back to its residents by utilizing the Water/Sewer Fund Balance instead of increasing sewer rates to compensate for the extra amount to be charged by the Metro Sewer Department in the 2009-2010 budget year. "Metro Sewer increased its rates and that will increase our budget by approximately $700,000," La Vergne Mayor Ronnie Erwin said on Tuesday. "The Cross

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-4072524396886301212009-03-10T10:43:00.000-05:002009-03-10T10:44:12.694-05:00

The La Vergne Rescue will have a Ham Breakfast Saturday March 14, 2009 from 6-10am at the Squad Building on Gambill Lane.

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-65391574595695941102009-03-05T12:08:00.001-06:002009-03-05T12:08:59.925-06:00

There will be a Gang and Crime suppression meeting March 17 at 6 p.m. at La Vergne Middle School. Parents are encouraged to attend.Apparently, according to Police Chief Ted Boyd, officers have identified seven gangs including the Brown Pride, Bloods, Crips and Gangster Disciples within the city limits.The meeting will be an annual event which will teach the parents how to identify gang activity

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-1915099830229255502009-02-17T13:12:00.001-06:002009-02-17T13:13:34.303-06:00

The La Vergne Historical Preservation Committee cordially invites you to attend "Celebrate La Vergne History"At the Civic Auditorium, 283 Old Nashville HighwayMarch 14, 20093:00-5:00pmYou are encouraged to bring photos and other memorabilia to share. For more information call 793-3224.La Vergne Parks and Recreation.

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-37376290881944237172009-02-17T13:11:00.000-06:002009-02-17T13:12:21.785-06:00

March 14, 2009 Registration: 9:00 a.m. Clean-up begins at 9:30 a.m. Those helping will be cleaning up an old road bed near the Hurricane Creek Boat Ramp and running along side Hurricane Creek. This is the site for the proposed Greenway. Wear long sleeves, long pants, boots and gloves. Everyone is invited to attend: Church and school groups, civic organizations, families and anyone who wants to

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-62902709817594291362009-02-06T10:34:00.001-06:002009-02-06T10:36:01.633-06:00

Entertainment packages are needed for OTD 2009. Please see otd.lavergne.org for more information. Deadline is Feb. 28.Angie Mayes207-4678

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-7662783786082064252009-02-06T09:34:00.000-06:002009-02-06T09:35:15.604-06:00

The La Vergne Rescue will be sponsoring a Country Ham Breakfast Saturday, February 14, 2009 at the La Vergne Rescue Squad Building. It will be from 6 a.m. -10 a.m. at 141 Gambill Lane. It will consist of country ham, eggs, biscuits, grits, gravy, juice, coffee, and potatoes. Thank you for your support. Any questions call 793-6022.

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-70588157489076322602009-01-06T09:23:00.001-06:002009-01-06T09:25:09.359-06:00

The La Vergne Rescue Unit will be having a Country Ham Breakfast Saturday January 10 from 6-10am. It will be held at the Rescue Squad Building at 141 Gambill Lane.

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-33934739217834143442008-12-08T14:23:00.000-06:002008-12-08T14:24:01.156-06:00

The La Vergne Rescue will be having a Country Ham Breakfast Saturday December 13, 2008. It will be held at the Rescue Squad Building at 141 Gambill Lane from 6-10 a.m.

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-1731630323321559102008-12-05T10:54:00.005-06:002008-12-05T11:03:46.253-06:00

Personal Safety and Security tips are now available to the visually impaired. Thanks to the latest breakthrough in "Text to Speech" technology Thomas Sherwood of Sherwood Locksmithing in La Vergne TN has added "TTS" to his blog. People who my be visually impaired or those that have a hard time reading information on a computer screen, can now download safety and security information that Sherwood

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-12393831584224972572008-12-04T10:25:00.001-06:002008-12-04T10:25:55.749-06:00

The Old Timers' Day committee is searching for a theme for OTD 2009 and is hoping the public can help. Please e-mail your suggestions to amayes@lavergne.org. Deadline is Jan 31, 20009.

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-38404265700921028202008-12-02T09:44:00.005-06:002008-12-08T14:29:45.230-06:00

Brandon Brewer may be released from the hospital tomorrow, according to family friend Shannon Perry. "They're still treating him with the plasma, but they're cutting him back so that the large and small bowel can start working on their own," Perry said. They won't know if Brewer will reject the bowels until they discharge him, she said. He is eating solid food and has already made his requests

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-21544823955457209772008-12-01T13:57:00.001-06:002008-12-01T13:57:59.289-06:00

Bridgestone Firestone North American Tire, LLC (BFNT) today announced that beginning Dec. 21, it will lay off 148 hourly and at least 10 salaried team members at its La Vergne facility due to a decrease in demand for passenger and light truck tires. The La Vergne plant, which employs approximately 1,700 active teammates, manufactures truck and bus tires in addition to passenger and light truck

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-77059315083303744752008-11-26T11:32:00.001-06:002008-11-26T11:32:40.730-06:00

The annual Christmas Tree lighting ceremony will take place on Thursday, Dec. 4 at 6 p.m. at the La Vergne Library, 5063 Murfreesboro Road in La Vergne. We invite news media, citizens and other officials to attend this special event.

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-31448251336439496612008-11-26T10:16:00.002-06:002008-11-26T10:34:03.154-06:00

The La Vergne Library's annual Breakfast with Santa has been sold out, according to event organizers. They expect around 100 guests at this year's event which takes place every December. Santa will be at the library from 9 - 10 a.m. Bruce Amato is performing for the lucky ones who get in to the event.

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-33564275670489157952008-11-21T10:55:00.004-06:002008-11-21T14:52:13.682-06:00

From Early Birds Recycling:Our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our entire team is committed to meeting those needs. As a result, a high percentage of our business is from referrals. If you refer us to someone you will receive $5.00 off your next month's bill. They have to set up an account prior to you receiving the discount. We would

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-73851732531177385482008-11-21T09:01:00.000-06:002008-11-21T09:02:16.186-06:00

Southland Log Homes, ask for your help and support for our First Annual Sponsorship of "Be a Santa to a Senior" Holiday Program.Spreading Holiday CheerBe a Santa to a Senior is an annual holiday gift program developed and sponsored by Home Instead Senior Care as a way to brighten the lives of older adults during the holiday season. Each year, thousands of lonely and financially challenged

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-84784803294004625002008-11-20T12:40:00.001-06:002008-11-21T14:54:17.341-06:00

La Vergne resident, 16-year-old Brandon Brewer, has successfully received a transplant of small and large bowels, family friend Shannon Perry said on Thursday. "His mom called today and he's getting more alert," Perry said. "He wants his ventilator out so he can talk and his first request is for ice chips. He's been writing notes to the nurses and his family at this time. His mom said his

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-7142572874566380802008-11-11T12:43:00.002-06:002008-11-11T12:46:06.072-06:00

Haley Lingerfelt practices her moves during a recent radKids Class presented by the Police Athletic League on Nov. 6.

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-47212395013843894212008-11-11T12:38:00.002-06:002008-11-11T12:39:35.883-06:00

Lake Forest Park and the La Vergne Police Department Substation will have a Grand Opening Celebration on Saturday, November 22, 11am-2pm. The park, which is a 6-acre open green space surrounding a serene old family cemetery, is located on Holland Ridge Drive in the heart of Lake Forest Subdivision. The first phase of the park includes two pavilions with picnic tables and the police substation,

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-15895180387942852152008-11-11T12:34:00.001-06:002008-11-11T12:34:47.794-06:00

We have again completed another LHS Marching Band performance & competitive season. The students have worked very hard since the beginning of July and did much this season to make themselves and LHS proud. We faced stiff competition this year and fared very well. Our final competition (USSBA Tennessee State Championships) was held this past Saturday in Finley Stadium (University of Tennessee

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-8870937694480394772008-11-11T12:32:00.000-06:002008-11-11T12:33:21.980-06:00

The La Vergne Lions Club is once again holding their annual Nut Sale, which is a major fund-raiser for the small club. Nuts include Pecan Halves, Pecan Pieces, Roasted Salted Pecane, Deluxe Mixed Nuts, Salted Whole Cashews, Milk Chocolate Pecans, Whole Almonds, English Walnuts, Praline Peacans; Pistachios in the Shell or a 12 ounce bag of Cinnamon Glazed Pecans. All other bags are one-pound bags

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-85636206356263678012008-11-11T11:27:00.000-06:002008-11-11T11:28:03.293-06:00

There will be a poker run for the late Chad Bowman, beginning Saturday, Nov. 15, at La Vergne Public Workds Department on International Drive in La Vergne and going to Ron's Tavern; Sloans; Coconut Bay and Cookies by Design, all in Murfreesboro. Raffle tickets and your first card will be picked up at Public Works. The Poker Run will end at Classic Custom Cycles in Murfreesboro where you can buy

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-26254181501003539252008-11-11T11:26:00.000-06:002008-11-11T11:27:09.836-06:00

A chili dinner for the late city employee Chad Bowman, who died Oct. 26 in a motorcycle accident, will take place Nov. 22 at La Vergne High School. Chad was a loyal employee of the city who stepped up to the plate when his boss became ill. Cost is $5 for a bowl of chili and drink. For more information, contact La Vergne Public Works at 793-9891.

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-54287250163050682532008-11-11T11:25:00.001-06:002008-11-11T12:37:15.413-06:00

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen -- or anyone else in the city -- has no access to tickets to the Inaguration in Washington DC on Jan. 20. Call Bart Gordon's office at 896-1986 for more information.

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-15804699980367012852008-11-11T11:23:00.002-06:002008-11-20T13:00:04.224-06:00

The La Vergne Library and Senior Center are teaming up to help raise canned food donation for the La Vergne Police Athletic League's food baskets for the needy. The La Vergne Library will be forgiving past due fines for the canned food (only) donations. The Library will also be collecting toys (not stuffed animals). The Senior Center is also accepting canned food only for the drive. The drive

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-43406877576350040302008-07-19T19:46:00.001-05:002008-07-19T19:46:55.952-05:00

The 2008 special census, conducted by the city of La Vergne, has been officially certified by the state of Tennessee at 26,427, according to the State Departments of Economic and Community Development. The special census the conducted by the City of La Vergne, was the third the city conducted in the 2000s. The Federal census will take place in 2010 and the next city-related census will take place

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-63921690272891311442008-07-18T17:09:00.003-05:002008-07-18T17:13:38.980-05:00

You are invited to register for a $50 Dollar Gas Card in the Pirates Liquid Gold giveaway during the Southland Log Homes Pirates Treasure Open House, located at 195 Industrial Boulevard in La Vergne. The event will take place July 26 from 9 a.m, to 4p.m. and July 26 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.Sales consultants will be on site to answer all of the public's question about buying and building a Southland

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-36525413971496287952008-07-05T17:12:00.003-05:002008-07-05T17:16:30.724-05:00

Charges have been upped to attempted second degree murder for the 11-year-old boy who shot the 12 year old girl in the head this week, according to Lt. Stace Thompson. They were set at aggravated asssault in juvenile court earlier this week. More to come. Read tomorrow's Tennessean (July 6) for more information.

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-20283442927086083852008-07-04T02:30:00.003-05:002008-07-04T19:29:05.858-05:00

A Murfeesboro man is being held in the Rutherford County jail tonight, charged with five counts of attempted first degree murder after he burned his in-laws house down at 4011 Finegan Court in La Vergne Thursday night/Friday morning. Finegan Court is located in the McFarland Pointe subdivision on the west side of town.Samuel A. Jenkins, 34, of Brinkley Road in Murfreesboro has an active order of

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-56728524968548419472008-07-02T14:29:00.000-05:002008-07-02T14:36:29.788-05:00

An 11-year-old boy has shot a 12-year-old girl in La Vergne, according to La Vergne Police Department Chief Ted Boyd."At approximately 11:45 a.m. this morning a group of juveniles were gathered at 636 Mable Drive in La Vergne," Boyd said. "The 11 year old went into his parent's bedroom and began playing with a .38 special. When the 12 year old entered the room the firearm discharged and the girl

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-64040077058474176142008-06-25T09:21:00.001-05:002008-07-10T20:12:37.766-05:00

There are just one (1) regular and five (5) political spaces available in the Old Timers' Day business (informational only) tents for the Sept. 20 festival. These spaces are mostly in the middle of the tents. Those wishing to be in the tents are urged to sign up as soon as possible for inclusion in the area. Remember, this is an election year and political candidates will also have a space in one

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-62526347415185457972008-06-25T09:20:00.001-05:002008-06-25T09:20:41.147-05:00

The North Rutherford YMCA in participation with the La Vergne Parks and Recreation presents the Fall 2008 Co-ed Youth Flag Football League to take place at Heritage Valley Park on Fergus Road in La Vergne. Registration is on-going through July 7 or when full. Games run Aug. 9 through Oct. 4. Fees for Middle Tenn. Y members is $35; Program Members is $50 and Annual Program members registration fee

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-59772563637875204612008-06-03T03:11:00.001-05:002008-07-04T19:18:08.558-05:00

The 2008 sponsors are Art Growden Creative, Bridgestone/Firestone, the City of La Vergne, Dr. Arvind Patel, First Tennessee Bank, Geico Local,Ingram Book, Kum Sung Martial Arts, La Vergne Free Will Baptist Church, La Vergne First United Methodist Church, Law Office of Amber St. John, Life of Victory International Christian Ministries, NAPA Auto Parts of La Vergne, Secure Horizons, Senator Jim

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-86712946267399603832008-05-19T12:29:00.000-05:002008-05-19T12:30:08.085-05:00

Two juveniles jumped on the hood of a moving vehicle Saturday night, causing one to fall off an hit her head on the pavement. As a result, she lost consciousness and when she regained consciousness she would get combative with LPD officer Alejandro Chang. Officer Chang noticed vomit which contained blood near the victim. He began checking her pupils for signs of a severe head injury. When the

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-31897334161667740492008-05-16T14:22:00.000-05:002008-05-16T14:24:51.448-05:00

La Vergne's newest grocery store, Kroger, will open later this summer in the former Southern Family Market space at 5147 Murfreesboro Road, according to Vice Mayor and Economic Development Chairman Jerry Gann. The 40,000 square-foot store will feature a floral shop, pharmacy, deli, bakery, Nature's Market, fresh fish and seafood market and more.The store is expected to bring 100 jobs to the City

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-56724997849240858722008-05-14T07:54:00.000-05:002008-05-14T07:58:08.188-05:00

The La Vergne Rescue Unit Inc. is sponsoring the "Make a Difference Motorcycle Ride" June 14th, beginning at Famous Dave's, 1-24 and Sam Ridley Parkway. Registration is from 8:30 - 10 a.m. The Best and Worst Hand wins. Enjoy breakfast, live music, lunch a ride T-shirt and more. The event is sponsored by the La Vergne Rescue Unit, Inc., Bridgestone/Firestone, TDS, Commercial Medical Safety

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-28722255127624312212008-05-13T13:24:00.000-05:002008-05-13T13:38:20.883-05:00

The La Vergne Senior Citizens held their first ever Senior Prom on May 10 at the Multi-Purpose Building in La Vergne. More than 50 seniors showed up for the night of fellowship, dancing and fun. Above are photos from the evening.

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-71718974206757866672008-05-13T13:19:00.000-05:002008-05-16T14:25:34.431-05:00

Howl at the Moon 5K Run / Walk Friday, August 15, 2008 8:00 PM Veteran's Memorial Park, 115 Floyd Mayfield Drive, Pavilion B La Vergne, TN 37086 $15 pre-register (must be received by 8/14)$20 day of race 12 year age brackets + Clydesdale/Athena (Men over 200 Women over 150) Awards given 1-3 in each division Long-sleeved T-shirts guaranteed to all pre-registered participants who sign up by Aug. 1,

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-90805188600566590622008-05-05T15:12:00.001-05:002008-05-05T15:12:52.307-05:00

La Vergne police have arrested five people on various charges stemming from an alleged drug deal that went bad Thursday afternoon, according to LPD Chief Ted Boyd.The victim of the shooting, whose name has not been released and was not injured, allegedly went to a home at 606 Sycamore Drive to take business cards about his auto detailing business. What he was really there for, according to Boyd,

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-26844874393127632822008-05-04T04:40:00.000-05:002008-05-05T15:16:02.117-05:00

Those wishing to be a part of the parade committee -- or with ideas for the OTD parade Sept. 20 -- should e-mail OTD@lavergne.org. Those wishing to sign up to be a parade participant, should still sign up under the Old Timers' Day link under the main menu on the main page of the city's web site.

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-28509913480304435022008-05-02T16:29:00.000-05:002008-05-16T14:39:54.573-05:00

The Bigfoot Monster Truck will be the featured vehicle at the ninth annual Tire World/Rotary/DARE car show, to take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, July 26.The event will take place at Veteran's Memorial Park, 115 Floyd Mayfield Drive in La Vergne, Tennessee and is free and open to spectators. Waylon Jennings' General Lee will also be at the event. Cost for car entry is $10 per vehicle

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-40229052972208685402008-04-30T14:13:00.000-05:002008-05-16T14:37:26.639-05:00

The next planning meeting for National Night Out in La Vergne will take place at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, May 27 at the La Vergne Police Department, 5093 Murfreesboro Road in La Vergne. The 25th annual National Night Out will take place Aug. 5 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Veteran’s Memorial Park in La Vergne, according to event coordinator LPD Lt. Lynn Ruch.Among the displays there will be various security

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-84568890093059511462008-04-29T16:11:00.001-05:002008-04-29T16:11:22.349-05:00

Bridgestone/Firestone -- in association with the La Vergne Parks and Recreation Department -- is celebrating Keep America Beautiful day on May 13th by cleaning up the proposed future greenway at Hurricane Creek Boat Ramp and planting flowers and doing landscaping at the La Vergne Senior Center, 337 Stones River Road. This is an outreach program that Bridgestone does each year. For more

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-86608835981995124762008-04-29T14:14:00.000-05:002008-04-29T14:15:22.770-05:00

A Louisiana man stopped by La Vergne police on a routine traffic stop is facing a number of charges in at least three states tonight, according to La Vergne Police Department Detective Sgt. Mike Mullen.Kenneth Ray Herbert, 610 Prospect Court, Lake Arthur, La., was stopped in La Vergne by Officer Doug Stack, who questioned Herbert about the vehicle he was driving, which had been reported as stolen

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-4991985430208306652008-04-24T10:07:00.001-05:002008-04-24T10:07:52.299-05:00

As some of you know, there was a map company selling ads a couple of months ago but they were not the official city of La Vergne maps. Rhetta Stockwell of Southern Engineering and I will be coming around shortly at the end of May or first of June with the official maps and we will be selling ads again this year. The prices have gone up slightly ($20 or so). Here's what I have:$185 (2x3) $370 (3 x

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-25806734009464871742008-04-08T10:49:00.000-05:002008-04-08T10:50:26.878-05:00

The City of La Vergne has been awarded with the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA). This award is the thirteenth straight for the city, according to Finance Director Phillis Rogers. “We have tried for the award for 13 straight years and have received it for each of those years,”

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amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-39388551314679388592008-04-02T13:43:00.000-05:002008-04-02T13:44:07.451-05:00

11:45 a.m.HARD DRIVEOut of the depths of experience comes a fresh face in the world of acoustic entertainment. Hard Drive is an exciting ensemble consisting of Lonnie Jones (guitar), Shirley Jones (bass), Garry Adams (mandolin), Michael Richardson (banjo), Jason Green (fiddle), and Danny Conway (dobro). The group of seasonal veterans takes their music and entertainment value seriously with

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-89309707723435417152008-04-02T13:41:00.001-05:002008-04-02T13:43:26.677-05:00

Brian Williams wins T-shirt design contestBrian Williams of La Vergne is the winner of the Old Timers' Day T-shirt design contest. Brian will receive a $150, a plaque, five T-shirts in their choice of sizes and a bundle of City of La Vergne/Old Timers' Day ad specialty items. The second (Thomas Cox) and third place (Justin Bird) winners will receive a plaque.The creator of the design gives up all

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-88003364425163196032008-03-31T10:12:00.000-05:002008-03-31T10:13:30.018-05:00

The La Vergne Rescue Unit will be having a Country Ham Breakfast Saturday, April 12, 2008. The cost is $7.00. It will be held at the Rescue Squad Building at 141 Gambill Lane. Time is 6:00a.m.-10:00a.m. We will have country ham, eggs, grits, gravy, biscuits, jelly, potatoes, juice, coffee. For any further information call 615-793-6022

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-83452471781702220312008-03-13T15:07:00.000-05:002008-03-13T15:15:18.498-05:00

The City of La Vergne is looking for four or five people who would be willing to serve on an Old Timers' Day parade committee. The committee would be responsible for making parade plans. They would also try to solicit more people to enter floats in the parade, which begins at 10:30 a.m. at City Hall on Sept. 20, 2008. "There's been some concern in the city that the parade isn't like it used to be

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-56525377775612828402008-03-13T14:54:00.000-05:002008-03-13T14:59:42.154-05:00

Sponsorships are accepted for the 2008 festival through July 15, 2008. NO EXCEPTIONS! There are various levels, starting at $300 and going upward. If you are interested, please, call Angie Mayes at 615-287-8690. The 2008 sponsors are the City of La Vergne, First Tennessee Bank, Ingram Book, Kum Sung Martial Arts, NAPA Auto Parts of La Vergne, Secure Horizons, TDS Telecom, Tee Gees Restaurant,

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-31162746650683589342008-03-13T14:52:00.001-05:002008-03-13T14:53:07.609-05:00

Joe Gunter is the Director of the La Vergne Library. His library career started in 1974 as a library assistant in Corpus Christi, Texas. After a brief period as an elementary school teacher in 1976-7, he returned to library work in 1978 and stayed working as a library assistant in his hometown of Corpus Christi until 1983. From 1984 to 1985, he worked and lived in the northeastern plains of

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-32331325693145647102008-03-13T14:47:00.001-05:002008-03-13T14:50:59.902-05:00

For those of you who have not filled out your census form -- or have filled it out incorrectly -- door to door workers are on their way to visit you. Many people have not included their addresses on the forms and although -- the city does have a cross reference directory that gives us addresses of those with or without listed phone numbers, it's often very hard to get the address. Therefore, we

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Sign-ups are now being taken for Old Timers' Day 2008, according to event organizers Angie Mayes and Kim Smathers. To sign up for a vendor spot (food or craft), business spot or parade, please click on the Old Timers' Day link at the left. Also Rutherford County residents are urged to design the official T-shirt for the festival. Deadline is April 1. Please see the information under the Old

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-33129411920769211512008-03-13T14:44:00.001-05:002008-03-13T14:44:42.183-05:00

The third annual Celebrate La Vergne History (formerly called Show and Tell) will be held March 15 from 3-5 p.m. at the La Vergne Civic Auditorium, 283 Old Nashville Highway. This is a gathering for the city to scan old photos and articles about the City in order for the Historical Preservation Committee to collect history about the City of La Vergne. Citizens can call 793-3224 for more

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-35586509412796223722008-03-13T14:42:00.000-05:002008-03-13T14:43:13.899-05:00

The entertainers have been selected for Old Timers' Day 2008. The following is a schedule of the day's events: 6-10 a.m. Country Ham Breakfast, La Vergne Rescue Squad 141 Gambill Lane, La Vergne 10:30 a.m. (Time change from 2007) Parade 11:45 a.m. Hard Drive 12:25 p.m. Half Past 6 1 p.m. Opening remarks -- main stage Prayer - Todd Kirkland, Miracle Baptist Church National Anthem - La Vergne High

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-36149229198806037692008-03-13T14:41:00.001-05:002008-03-13T14:42:13.278-05:00

Fact sheet for North Rutherford YMCA in partnership with LaVergne Parks & RecreationSpring 2008 Co-ed Youth Soccer LeagueProgram Registration InformationProgram held at Heritage Valley Park on Fergus Road in LaVergne, TNRegistration at the North Rutherford YMCA 2001 Motlow College Blvd. Smyrna, TN 37086Starts: March 24th, 2008Ends: Friday April 4th, 2008 or when fullPractices held at Heritage

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-41139160612725774102008-02-06T18:58:00.001-06:002008-02-06T18:58:50.815-06:00

La Vergne Police Department officers arrested three individuals last night after a drug deal at the car wash located at 608 Waldron Road in La Vergne, according to La Vergne Police Department Chief Ted Boyd.“Our officers observed the deal going down and stopped both cars before they could leave,” Boyd said tonight. “One of the individuals we arrested had felony warrants out of Nashville for his

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-20378850973537947052008-02-06T18:57:00.000-06:002008-02-06T18:58:16.185-06:00

La Vergne Police Department officers responded to a shots fired call on Mercury Drive Tuesday night while Smyrna Police Department officers sent out a “Be on the Lookout (BOLO)” for a driver in a gold pickup.Smyrna officers told La Vergne that the suspect lived on Minerva, which runs parallel to Mercury. After looking in the area, La Vergne officers noticed fresh tire tracks going behind a

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-16984359408145052672008-02-01T02:52:00.000-06:002008-02-01T02:54:07.183-06:00

La Vergne has a new Library Director -- his name is Joe Gunter. If you haven't met him yet, stop in and say hi. More on Gunter will be posted when I get it.

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-34016251110907238072008-01-31T12:41:00.002-06:002008-02-01T02:52:22.118-06:00

The annual Easter Egg Hunt is set for March 15 from 9 - 11 a.m. at Bicentennial Park, 5093 Murfreesboro Road, La Vergne. 793-3224. The third annual "Celebrate La Vergne: Show and Tell," will be held March 15 from 3-5 p.m.at the Civic Auditorium, 283 Old Nashville Highway. 793-3224. Senior Citizens St. Patrick's Day Party, March 17, 10:30 a.m., at the Center, 337 Stones River Road, in La Vergne.

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-697588975036594702008-01-31T12:41:00.001-06:002008-01-31T12:41:47.457-06:00

February is Black History Month and the La Vergne Senior Center invites the community to join us on Saturday, Feb. 23 from 3 -4 p.m. for a special presentation of "Rev. Riding in the Hood." This hilarious play depicting truths and pitfalls learned from a pastor and his congregation as they minister to the inner city and will be presented by Joseph Parker and a cast of talented men and women. This

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-13958460270192424362008-01-31T12:40:00.001-06:002008-01-31T12:40:41.161-06:00

The City of La Vergne has received nearly $50,000 in Community Enhancement Grants from the state of Tennessee, according to Rep. Kent Coleman and Sen. Jim Tracy. The Senior Citizen’s Center received $5,000 to purchase a commercial stove and renovate the facilities in the kitchen at the Center, located at 337 Stones River Road in La Vergne. They also received $5,000 for the purchase of tables and

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-34239620702635620442008-01-15T15:47:00.002-06:002008-01-15T15:50:46.724-06:00

Just a reminder to La Vergne residents to fill out your 2008 Census form and return it to the city by February 1. You can also fill out the form on-line by clicking on www.lavergne.org and going to the Census link in the upper left hand corner. The city recevies more than $100 in state shared revenues for each person counted in the city, so that could mean and extra $400,000 for the city's

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-5266856578460436142008-01-15T15:47:00.001-06:002008-01-15T15:47:32.350-06:00

La Vergne Police Department detectives arrested Diego Francisco Escobar-Landaverde, 18, of Clayton Estates in La Vergne, and charged him with rape of a child, after an incident which took place last weekend, Chief Ted Boyd announced Tuesday. The rape was reported by the 12-year-old victim around 4:30 p.m. Saturday. The suspect was located less than an hour after police began to work the case,

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-17395863451151523012008-01-15T15:46:00.001-06:002008-01-16T15:32:08.935-06:00

The skull which was found -- along with other bones -- in La Vergne in November will be sent to Joanna Hughes, a facial reconstructionist with the University of Tennessee Knoxville, Detective Sgt. Mike Mullen said Tuesday. The department is working with State Medical Examiner Berriman to send the skull to Hughes, who has pushed the case to the top of her priority list because it's an active case,

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-62874524648146171572008-01-15T15:45:00.000-06:002008-01-15T15:46:07.377-06:00

James L. Urian, 18, of 6023 Eden Lane in La Vergne, was arrested on charges of aggravated burglary, possession of burglary tools and possession of a concealed weapon after he was apprehended in the Lake Forest area of La Vergne last week. "The victim, who lives on Randall Lane in La Vergne, said that her door bell rang and that she told police that someone was possibly trying to enter her home,"

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-38937189754655738802008-01-15T15:44:00.000-06:002008-01-15T15:45:06.385-06:00

A Nashville man who shot at an undercover La Vergne detective, working with Metro Nashville on a drug buy case, was convicted of attempted second degree murder, second degree aggravated robbery and second degree aggravated assault last week, LPD Chief Ted Boyd has reported. Robert Lee Jackson, 29, of 5170 Hickory Hollow Parkway in Nashville apparently tried to rob the detective who was conducting

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-51951590197044441122007-12-14T12:44:00.000-06:002007-12-14T12:51:41.782-06:00

Members of the Singing Wildcats from Roy Waldron School in La Vergne performed for the City's annual Christmas luncheon in La Vergne. Pictured with Mayor Ronnie Erwin are (fron row, from left) Kandace Rankins, Paige Collins, Ariana Sisco, Christian Stafford, Taylor Mayes and Layne Mitten. Back row, from lef: Chloe Mitchell, Chelsey Morrow, Lee Anna Mustchler and Audra Jones.

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-80977061539982870992007-12-14T12:42:00.000-06:002007-12-14T13:20:39.745-06:00

David M. Pryor, 28, reportedly living on Willlowview Street in La Vergne, was arrested at the home Thursday afternoon.Pryor has failed to register as a sex offender in Rutherford County, LPD Police Detective Mike Mullens said. Police waited for Pryor to return home and then surrounded him and taking him into custody without incident. The mother of Pryor's two children -- plus two other children -

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-29895880464629413102007-12-11T13:22:00.001-06:002007-12-11T13:23:06.783-06:00

Members of the La Vergne Police Athletic League (ages 7-17) are going to be sorting and filling food baskets for seniors and the needy this Saturday morning at 9 a.m. at the Police Department, 5093 Murfreesboro Road, directly behind La Vergne City Hall. They will be delivered by PAL members and police officers later that day. The baskets will contain a meat (turkey or a hen), canned goods, sugar,

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-44530251845701196532007-12-08T11:08:00.001-06:002007-12-08T11:11:10.599-06:00

At right, Adley Smith,20 months, poses with Santa during the library's Breakfast with Santa.At left, Madelen Henna talks to Santa during the La Vergne Library's Breakfast with Santa Dec. 8 at the Library.

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-12829723982905643002007-12-08T11:01:00.000-06:002007-12-08T11:07:38.121-06:00

Emma Gracelyn Craze, 5, was the first place winner in the La Vergne Fire Department's Fire Prevention Month poster contest. She won $100and a certificate.Tyler Holt was the second place winner. He won a certificate and $60.Scarlett Johnson was the third place winner. She won a certificate and $40. The night was capped off with a pizza party, donated by Little Caeser's Pizza in Smyrna.

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-56646683457993879502007-12-08T06:46:00.001-06:002007-12-08T06:46:49.500-06:00

Julian Rios Corderon, of 201 Farris Avenue in Madison, was the victim of a shooting in La Vergne Saturday morning in La Vergne. The incident took place around 2 a.m. in Clayton Estates Mobile Home Park in La Vergne.“Neighbors heard gunfire and we went to investigate,” LPD Chief Ted Boyd said.”During our investigation, we saw a man with blood on his hands and tracked blood to a trailer.” They

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-32876867122725871372007-12-04T21:23:00.000-06:002007-12-04T21:24:44.469-06:00

The annual Christmas Tree lighting ceremony in front of city hall will take place Monday, Dec. 10 at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall, 5093 Murfreesboro Road in La Vergne.

amayesingmedianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5223185636724016504.post-34398134278394088602007-12-04T21:18:00.000-06:002007-12-04T21:22:40.813-06:00

La Vergne Police Department Chief Ted Boyd promoted three officers at the Dec. 4 meeting of the Mayor and Aldermen. They are: Cindy Murphy and Mike Campbell (both in uniform), who were promoted to Lt. and Mike Mullens who was promoted to Sgt.

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