Top 10 stories of 2025

Take a look back on 2025 with us as we break down the top 10 stories of the year – chosen by you, our readers. 

Kingston Springs approves manhole repairs as sewer bills expected to rise $17–$20

Kingston Springs commissioners voted Dec. 5 to move forward with a $560,000 manhole rehabilitation project, the least expensive of the options before them, after a split board ultimately agreed to repair only about 60% of the town’s failing manholes to meet a Dec. 15 state deadline. The vote

Kingston Springs kicks off holiday season with 'Christmas on Main'

The Kingston Springs Gazette was proud to partner with SKYKING Pizza and all Main Street businesses to bring together the second annual Christmas on Main Street event.

Rural resort zoning discussion returns to Planning Commission agenda

After a six-week hiatus, Cheatham County’s Planning Commission revisited the idea of creating a “Rural Resort District” at its Dec. 4 meeting. The discussion lasted about 45 minutes and involved a review of a draft zoning amendment prepared by the Greater Nashville Regional Council. Michael Hayes, CEO of C.

CCAC seeks 50 volunteers for ‘Operation Silent Night’ holiday shelter push

Cheatham County Animal Control is once again aiming to “clear the shelter” this holiday season with its second annual Operation Silent Night, running Dec. 20 through Jan. 4. To match last year’s success — when the initiative resulted in 53 adoptions and 42 animals spending Christmas in foster homes — the

Cheatham schools awarded $20,000 in A.O. Smith–Chamber education grants

The Cheatham County School District has received $20,000 in education grants for the 2025–2026 school year through a partnership between A.O. Smith and the Cheatham County Chamber of Commerce. Sixteen educators across the district were awarded funding through the Chamber of Commerce following a competitive application process

Kingston Springs Housing Market Update: November Recap

This year, it seems we can just throw all expectations of seasonal trends out the window! Typically one of the slowest times in the year, this November was action packed in the Kingston Springs housing market. Let's take a quick look at some interesting data points from the

Kingston Springs families find holiday magic at Wonder Gift & Garden

For families in Kingston Springs, picking out a Christmas tree has become more than a shopping trip — it’s a local holiday tradition.

Greer House holiday event brings neighbors together to support The Ark

The Greer House and local realtor Jack Mahoney welcomed neighbors for a Holiday Open House and community benefit on Saturday, Dec. 6, gathering donations for The Ark and kicking off the season with live music and festive treats.

And Then There's This... Norma: Collateral Damage

This is the May 25, 2020, excerpt from “Stardust: An Alzheimer's Love Story,” my day to day accounts of caring for my wife Norma in the advanced stages of her dementia. Norma has fallen. Hard. And I let it happen. I had just helped her into clean pajamas,

Van Epps wins District 7 seat by narrow margin, sworn in ahead of 2026 re-election cycle

Republican Matt Van Epps won Tennessee’s 7th Congressional District special election by a narrow margin on Dec. 2 and has been sworn in to serve the remainder of the term through 2026, when he will be required to run again in the regular election cycle. Van Epps’ victory follows

Pegram Alderman Miranda Montgomery named State Historic Preservation Officer

This is a press release from the Tennessee Historical Commission The Tennessee Historical Commission (THC) announced that Town of Pegram Alderman Miranda Christy Montgomery has been named the State Historic Preservation Officer and will additionally serve as the Interim Executive Director for the THC.  Montgomery joined the Tennessee Historical Commission

News

KS Board delays decision on manhole project as questions loom over costs, lagoon repairs, possible system sale

The Kingston Springs Board of Commissioners delayed action Thursday, Nov. 20 on its wastewater manhole rehabilitation project after an hour of discussion over grant funding, rising repair costs and the possibility of selling the town’s sewer system.

News

KSES named Reward School for fifth straight year; Cheatham County designated ‘Advancing’ district

Kingston Springs Elementary School has been named a Tennessee Reward School for the fifth consecutive year, the Cheatham County School District announced Nov. 21.

Gazette launches new South Cheatham community events calendar

The Kingston Springs Gazette has launched a new online community calendar highlighting local events in Kingston Springs and Pegram.

Opinion

Jake Owen: Middle Age Savvy

Hometown country star Jake Owen's new album – "Dreams to Dream" – should be listened to with the lights dimmed, the phone silenced and a glass of wine within sipping distance. The lyrics roll out like pages of a good book and ponder such weighty subjects as lost

Opinion

Mahoney Knows Homes: My Thoughts on the Proposed 50-Year Mortgage

“Mahoney Knows Homes” is the Gazette’s expert real estate column. Author Jack Mahoney is a realtor in Kingston Springs who is driven by a mission to deliver top-tier service, trusted market insight and meaningful value to the community he calls home. Before I begin, I want to be clear:

Community donations provide Thanksgiving boxes for 130 South Cheatham families

More than 130 South Cheatham families received Thanksgiving food boxes this week thanks to a surge of community donations to The Ark’s food pantry program. The Ark said contributions of boxed meals, canned goods and financial gifts came from Scouts, churches, schools, banks, local businesses and individual residents. The

Life

And Then There's This... Norma: 'How Long Will It Be Dark?'

This is the April 24, 2020, excerpt from “Stardust: An Alzheimer's Love Story,” my day to day accounts of caring for my wife Norma in the advanced stages of her dementia. I haven't written lately about caring for Norma because I've been too exhausted.

Life

KSES holds third annual ‘Balloons Over KSES’ parade to kick off Thanksgiving break

Kingston Springs Elementary School (KSES) celebrated the start of the Thanksgiving holiday on Monday, Nov. 24, with its third annual “Balloons Over KSES” parade, a growing school tradition inspired by the book "Balloons Over Broadway."

Small Business

2025 Made in South Cheatham Holiday Guide

The Kingston Springs Gazette is proud to present our third annual “Made in South Cheatham Holiday Guide.” This year, we’re excited to announce that this guide has been printed and placed in local shops all around south Cheatham County!

Small Business

Christmas on Main Street returns for a week of holiday cheer

Brought to you by SKYKING Pizza in partnership with the Kingston Springs Gazette and Main Street businesses. The holiday season is set to shine bright in Kingston Springs as Christmas on Main Street returns for its second annual celebration.

News

Major residential projects planned along McCrory Lane near Pegram

Several large residential developments are moving forward along Highway 70 and McCrory Lane just inside Davidson County, bringing hundreds of new housing units to an area that sits directly on the Cheatham County line. While the projects fall under Nashville’s jurisdiction and new residents will not be zoned for

Life

Hal's perfect Thanksgiving turkey

Local chef and owner of award-winning east Nashville restaurant Lockeland Table, Hal Holden-Bache, has so graciously curated two of his favorite turkey recipes – just in time to impress your friends and family at Thanksgiving. Below, find chef Hal's turkey brine and turkey stock recipes, and don't