š± Will community pressure finally fix Lebanonās Roxy Movie Theater?
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In today's newsletter:
- Will community pressure finally fix Lebanonās Roxy Movie Theater?
- See what Lebanon hearings, beer cases, and elections are now on the calendar
- Where Lebanon is picked to finish in its 2026 football region
Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the Doctor ? š¤ (Answer below!)
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- Thursday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 91 and low of 70 degrees. š¶ Hot!
- Friday: A shower and t-storm; humid, temps: high: 91, low: 72.
- Saturday: A shower and t-storm; humid, with a high of 91 and low of 70 degrees.
š° News we're reading
1. Watertown film buff launches petition to push Lebanon's Roxy Movie Theater owners to make repairs (newschannel5.com) ā A longtime patron has launched a petition urging owners of Lebanonās Roxy Movie Theater to fix deteriorating conditions like torn seats, past restroom problems, and reported pests. Lebanonās Codes Department confirms two active cases, including parking lot drainage and interior issues, though bathrooms and pest control have seen recent improvements. Supporters hope repairs will preserve a beloved local hangout for Lebanon and nearby communities. 
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2. Public Notices ā Wilson Post ā August 05, 2026 (mainstreetmediatn.com) ā Lebanon officials have set multiple September public hearings on zoning changes, annexation, and beer permit violations, plus an August 19 Beer Board meeting and a Historic Zoning Commission meeting on August 11. The notice also outlines a major November 3, 2026 election that includes City of Lebanon alderman races and the Cartmell Scholarship, along with numerous estate and foreclosure notices that may affect local properties and families. Ā Ā Ā
3. Predicting every Nashville area TSSAA football team's region order of finish for 2026 (dnj.com) ā Lebanon High is projected to battle Mt. Juliet and Green Hill in a tough Region 4-6A race as the TSSAA football season kicks off August 21. The Tennessean ranks every Nashville-area region, outlining likely orders of finish and highlighting which programs are favored to chase BlueCross Bowl berths this December. Ā Ā Ā
4. Richard Jackson (wilsoncountysource.com) ā Lebanon is mourning the loss of 71-year-old Richard Jackson, a devoted grandfather and longtime employee of the City of Lebanon Sanitation Department who passed away July 31. A resident here since his late twenties, he was active at Joy Church in Mt. Juliet, loved music and reading, and cherished weekly lunches and āToy Dayā outings with his grandchildren. Friends and neighbors can remember him through Partlow Funeral Chapelās obituary page. Ā Ā Ā
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Historic Zoning Commission Meeting ā
City of Lebanon - Lebanon TN 37087
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Computer Class
Lebanon-Wilson County Public Library Lebanon-Wilson County Library, 108 S Hatton Ave, Lebanon, TN 37
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Preliminary Planning Commission ā
City of Lebanon - Lebanon TN 37087
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City Council Meeting ā
City of Lebanon City Hall - 200 North Castle Heights ave Lebanon TN 37087
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Tuesday August 11
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Monday August 17
Tuesday August 18
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Joint Economic & Community Development Board (JECDB) of Wilson County ā
Mount Juliet, TN Calendar, 200 Aviation Way Suite 207, Lebanon
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Pizza Night & Trivia
Mt. Juliet Chamber of Commerce Breeden's Orchard 631 Beckwith Rd, Mt. Juliet, TN 37122
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Puzzle Swap
Harvey Freeman Memorial Library 2765 North Mt. Juliet Road, Mount Juliet, TN 37122 -
Ribbon Cutting at Remastered Wellness
Mt. Juliet Chamber of Commerce 2055 N Mt Juliet Rd #200, Mt. Juliet, TN 37122
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Movie in the Park- ZooTopia 2 ā
Mount Juliet, TN Calendar, 1075 Charlie Daniels Pkwy, Mount Juliet
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Grand Opening at The Lodge!
Mt. Juliet Chamber of Commerce 1901A Logue Road Mt Juliet, TN 37122
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Public Hearing Notice - Kensington Ridge ā
Mount Juliet, TN Calendar Mount Juliet, TN 37122
6:15 pm
Thursday August 6
Friday August 7
Saturday August 8
Monday August 10
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š¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- ā¤ļøBenny was reunited with his familyā¤ļø
Found at the front of The Greens, air tag but no microchip per New Lease on Life. Sheās safe with us, but will have to turn over to animal controlā¦ (Nextdoor Coles Ferry Village) - Introducing Darlene!
Darlene is a new student and doing very well. Her newest painting āVessels with Pearsā Good job! Teacher Carol (Nextdoor Stonebridge)
- ABM Industries, Inc. posted a job opening for School Custodial Cleaner - Lebanon in Lebanon. Apply here.
- The Adecco Group posted a job opening for Warehouse Assembly Support Associate in Lebanon. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Lebanon here.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because he felt CRUMMY ! (Thank you Michelle S. for sending it in!)
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