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Pegram plans 45th Independence Day celebration after COVID-19 cancelled 2020 event
Preparations are underway for Pegram’s 45th annual Independence Day Celebration as the town’s events committee recently met to begin planning this year’s entertainment, food and activities.
Last year’s celebration was initially postponed, then eventually cancelled, following the area’s COVID-19 impact and positive case count.
This year’s theme, “Pegram Surviving, Thriving and Rising Together,” came about as a direct result of the pandemic, its impact on the community over the last year and lasting effects, something Leah Louallen hopes will lift everyone’s spirits.
“I think everybody’s had a tough year,” Louallen said. “I think the people in this area really do thrive, and they do it because they create such a community atmosphere, and I really feel that about our community.”
Physical examinations, consent trouble Cheatham County s School Board Katie Nixon, Nashville Tennessean
Discussions concerning student physical examinations and consent were at the forefront last week during the Cheatham County School board s regular meeting.
Fourth district board member, James Gupton, argued fervidly against language being used to outline the necessity of consent in conducting physical examinations where child abuse or neglect is suspected.
“I really don’t see where consent is needed,” Gupton said. “When it comes down to the schools, we don’t have to have probable cause. We can work off of reasonable suspicion.
“Our school system is trusted and dedicated to children, to feed the children, our school nurses help them with their medications.