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KSES taps Howell as principal
Ben Howell, Harpeth High School (HHS) alumnus and former HHS teacher, has been tapped to serve as the Kingston Springs Elementary School (KSES) principal beginning in the 2025-2026 school year.
Cate Burgan
22 hours ago1 min read
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Town of Kingston Springs to create ‘Economic Development Task Force’
Newly elected Town of Kingston Springs Commissioner Michael Coldwell proposed an idea during the board’s May meeting to create a task force that would address long-term community goals around strategic planning and economic development.
Cate Burgan
22 hours ago3 min read
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On the road the State: Baseball, soccer named District champs
Harpeth High School’s (HHS) spring sports have had another exceptional run this season, with both the baseball team and the men’s soccer...
Cate Burgan
22 hours ago2 min read
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Harpeth Band marches forward under new leadership
The rhythmic sound of drums, the gleam of polished brass, and the sharp snap of crisp new uniforms – there’s a new energy pulsing through the Harpeth Band Program. Under the dedicated leadership of Chris Vaughn at Harpeth Middle School (HMS) and Hayden Upperman at Harpeth High School (HHS), the southern cluster’s music education is not just surviving – it's flourishing.
Cate Burgan
22 hours ago3 min read
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Library's Summer Reading Program starts June 12 with 'Color Our World' theme
The South Cheatham County Library will conduct its annual Summer Reading Program June 12 through July 17 featuring a “Color Our World” theme. Rachel Zook, the library's assistant director, will be in charge of the activities, which, while focusing on actual readers, are open to children of all ages.
Edward Morris
22 hours ago2 min read
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Pegram Elementary stages free performance of 'The Lion King'
Pegram Elementary Fine Arts Magnet School (PEFAMS) was awarded a grant from Disney through the Tennessee Performing Arts Center (TPAC) to support its successful production of “The Lion King” on May 9.
Cate Burgan
22 hours ago1 min read
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And Then There's This...For Those More Likely to Say 'Jaw Dropping' Than 'Astounding'
And Then There's This is the Gazette's column on humor, wisdom and observations about life, written by esteemed journalist Edward Morris.
Edward Morris
22 hours ago2 min read
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4 HHS students sign to continue athletic careers
Four Harpeth High School (HHS) seniors have been chosen to continue their impressive athletic careers in college – including at two NCAA Division I schools.
Cate Burgan
22 hours ago2 min read
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A guide to all of your local events in South Cheatham
The Gazette is proud to gather a free source of upcoming, local events in the South Cheatham and surrounding areas for the community.
KS Gazette Staff
1 day ago3 min read
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After 25 years, library's Miss Velvet tells her last stories
As befits a romper room rock star, Velvet (“Miss Velvet”) Collier concluded her 25-year reign as the “Storytime lady” April 24 at the Kingston Springs Library to a packed house of young enthusiasts and their grateful parents.
Edward Morris
May 32 min read
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Jollifrogs marks successful first month on Main Street
It has been just over one month since the local, women-owned collective on Main Street in Kingston Springs rebranded from Fred and Mary’s – a sustainable homegoods store – to Jollifrogs – a family boutique.
Cate Burgan
May 36 min read
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Pegram Elementary to stage ‘The Lion King’ May 9
Pegram Elementary Fine Arts Magnet School (PEFAMS) was awarded a grant from Disney through the Tennessee Performing Arts Center (TPAC) to support its upcoming production of “The Lion King” on Friday, May 9 at 6 p.m.
Cate Burgan
May 32 min read
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And Then There's This...Shall I Name My House?
And Then There's This is the Gazette's column on humor, wisdom and observations about life, written by esteemed journalist Edward Morris.
Edward Morris
May 32 min read
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Nashville developer sets sights on 500 acres near Narrows
Nashville developer Michael Hayes, CEO of C.B. Ragland, has his sights set on a property of more than 500 acres near the Narrows of the Harpeth in Kingston Springs to build a resort inspired by Blackberry Farm in East Tennessee.
Cate Burgan
May 33 min read
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Community storytelling series on May 18: Leslie Liles Allen and Jennifer Harris Scoble
The Kingston Springs Gazette successfully hosted its first installment in its event series “Straight from the Source” on April 27 featuring Candy and Larry Turner.
KS Gazette Staff
May 32 min read
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Word on the Street: HMS, HHS dominate spring sports; Upcoming events
Word on the Street features updates about our neighbors, local businesses and important events.
Submitted
May 32 min read
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Town of Kingston Springs fights aging wastewater system amid active lawsuit
A preservation group is suing the Town of Kingston Springs for discharging high levels of pollutants into the Harpeth River. But city officials are taking action.
Cate Burgan
Apr 196 min read
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KSES Principal Bledsoe takes on new role
Kingston Springs Elementary School Principal Andrea Bledsoe was tapped to serve as the new behavior coordinator for the Cheatham County School District.
Cate Burgan
Apr 192 min read
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Kingston Springs Planning Commission hears concept for 37-acre retreat along Harpeth
Beaux Land Development presented an initial concept to the Town of Kingston Springs Planning Commission for a new commercial development at the empty lot along East Kingston Springs Road between Harpeth High School and Tyler Technologies.
Cate Burgan
Apr 192 min read
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Former Pegram Mayor John Louallen running for 2026 state seat
Former Pegram Mayor John Louallen is vying for state incumbent Rep. Mary Littleton’s seat during the 2026 election cycle.
Cate Burgan
Apr 191 min read
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