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🌱 Patch AM: How Brentwood Academy molded Tennessee’s next potential breakout quarterback
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Good morning to you Brentwood! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- How Brentwood Academy molded Tennessee’s next potential breakout quarterback
- What Brentwood doctor says about late-night wakeups and your dinner plate
Today's riddle: How many sheep does it take to make a sweater? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Find out what's happening in Brentwoodfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
- Saturday: Cloudy and very warm, with a high of 73 and low of 61 degrees.
- Sunday: Cloudy, breezy and very warm, temps: high: 74, low: 32.
- Monday: A couple of morning showers, with a high of 39 and low of 22 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Why BA's George MacIntyre is a well-prepared freshman for Tennessee in Music City Bowl (mainstreetmediatn.com) — A former Brentwood Academy star quarterback, George MacIntyre, is stepping into a bigger role as Tennessee’s backup heading into the Music City Bowl, after rapid growth in the Vols’ offense. Coaches from his Brentwood days say his constant scheme changes and leadership at BA have uniquely prepared him to seize any opportunity he gets in Nashville on Tuesday.
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Find out what's happening in Brentwoodfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
• Doctor Reveals the No. 1 Eating Habit That Wakes You Up at Night — Best Life (bestlifeonline.com) — A Brentwood-based chiropractor at The Wellness Way explains that waking up between 2 and 5 a.m. often ties back to blood sugar swings, not just stress. She recommends a small serving of healthy fats like olive oil, avocado, nuts, or seeds before bed and avoiding heavy saturated fats. The guidance aims to stabilize blood sugar for better sleep and long-term health.
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🗓 Events Nearby
- BHS wrestling @ Maher/Garstin Invitational
Independence High School , 1776 Declaration Way , Thompson's Station
8:00 am - Cupcake Decorating Workshop - Family Time - Dec 27
Williamson County Recreation Complex , 7250 Nolensville Rd , Nolensville
10:00 am - Hidden Gem Farmers Market
Hidden Gem Farmers Market , 863 Old Military Road , Spring Hill
11:00 am - Candles & Cocktails
Spring Hill Chamber-Commerce , 3085 Commonwealth Dr , Spring Hill
3:00 pm - Stacy Mitchhart
Memories Bar and Grill , 574 Waldron Rd , La Vergne
7:00 pm - Brickeology Winter Break Camp for LEGO Lovers!
Williamson County Recreation Complex , 7250 Nolensville Rd , Nolensville
9:00 am - Singo "Music Bingo" at Grecian
Grecian Family Restaurant and Bakery , 2003 Wall Street , Spring Hill
6:30 pm - Shane & the MoneyMakers: Solo Shane Mostly Acoustic Open Mic Night
Memories Bar and Grill , 574 Waldron Rd , La Vergne
7:00 pm - All Ages Story Time at Smyrna Library
Smyrna Public Library , 400 Enon Springs Rd W , Smyrna
10:00 am - Offices Closed - New Years Day
La Vergne, TN Calendar La Vergne, TN 37086 - Library Closed
Harvey Freeman Memorial Library , 2765 North Mt. Juliet Road , Mount Juliet - Connect Spring Hill
Viking Pizza Company , 3525 Kedron Road , Spring Hill
9:00 am
Saturday December 27
Monday December 29
Wednesday December 31
Thursday January 1
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- FOUND DOG
THIS DOG HAS BEEN HANGING AROUND THE CONCORD RD BRENT HAVEN AREA SINCE 12-24. HE IS CONTAINED IN THE DOG PARK AT TOWER PARK. I CANNOT TAKE HIM WITH… (Nextdoor Twin Springs) - 🌟 May your holidays twinkle with joy and your Christmas be filled with love.
Here's to closing the year with warmth and welcoming this festive season with hope! (Nextdoor Liberty Downs)
- McDonald's posted a job opening for Janitorial Maintenance in Brentwood. Apply here.
- Firebirds Wood Fired Grill posted a job opening for Back of House Team Member in Brentwood. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Brentwood here.
🗞 Nearby News
Franklin
- A dialogue with last January (tryondailybulletin.com)
- Study Finds Six Major U.S. Metros Where Raising Five Kids Is Still Financially Possible - WGNS Briefly Compares to Nashville - Murfreesboro (wgnsradio.com)
- Watch Lainey Wilson's Festive Halftime Show Performance — And See How Her Fiancé Made A Surprise Appearance (iheart.com)
Nashville
Ok Brentwood! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I have no idea. I didn’t even know sheep could knit.
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