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Early voting starts today in Tennessee. There are just 20 days left until midterm election day on November 8th meaning registered Tennesseans can already fill in their ballot. Early voting must be done in person at an official polling location. More information about casting an early vote to take part in the democratic process can be found on the Tennessee Secretary of State website.
Robertson Countians can spend some spare time greeting people. Nashville International is looking for volunteers to help visitors to the airport. Applications are open for additional BNA Aces spots. The volunteers greet passengers and offer assistance navigating the facility. Search fly-nashville-dot-com for additional information or to apply.
A judge in Sumner County granted a new trial for a woman convicted of killing her children in 2011. Lindsey Lowe’s attorneys argued that she didn’t have proper representation and that there was jury bias against her. Lowe was charged with killing her newborn twins and she has already served nine years of her 56-year sentence. She’s free on bond and awaiting the new trial.
The City of White House’s annual Fall Family Block Party will take place on Friday, Oct. 21 at the White House Municipal Park. There will be a fall farmers market, craft vendors, food trucks, a free pumpkin patch sponsored by the White House Inn Museum, a costume contest, a free movie showing and more.
The Portland Public Library held a presentation ceremony to Robertson County home school student Tallen Haag for winning the Tennesseans for Student Success’ Tristar Reads contest for the middle school division. Haag is a two-time winner. In 2019, she won the elementary division. Participants began reading from May 31 to Aug. 8.