(La Vergne, Tenn.) Luis Vera has been selected as the 2023 La Vergne Fall Festival parade grand marshal. The parade is scheduled for September 16 in La Vergne.
Vera has lived in La Vergne since 1977 and has more than 30 years of experience in mentoring young athletes. He is currently the coach for Rutherford County Crimson Tide 6u football team. He has coached more than 600 players and influenced thousands more through basketball, baseball, and softball, fostering their growth not only as .