📚 These books might be banned

🏃 Nashville’s Running Groups

Running can be a solitary exercise ... but it doesn't have to be. Lee Wilson, owner of Nashville Running Company, joins the City Cast Nashville podcast today to talk about some of the different neighborhood running groups in Nashville, and how lacing up can help you find community. [🎧 City Cast Nashville]

💉 Reformulated COVID-19 Vaccines Now Available

Reformulated COVID-19 vaccines are becoming available throughout Middle Tennessee, and can currently be found at Kroger pharmacies, CVS, and Walgreens. Health care providers are recommending these vaccines for everyone, and say to go ahead and get them now. [Nashville Banner]

🎸 Possible Music City Center Expansion

Nashville's Convention Center Authority has commissioned a $74,600 feasibility study with a hospitality firm to determine whether the 2.1 million-square-foot Music City Center needs expansion. The board says growth is vital to remain competitive with other cities. [The Tennessean]

📚 Book Bans in Rutherford County

Rutherford County Schools have two more weeks to decide whether to ban seven books in response to a state law prohibiting books with sexual content or excess violence. The books include “Beloved” by Toni Morrison, “The Perks of Being a Wallflower” by Stephen Chbosky, and “Wicked” by Gregory Maguire. [WSMV]

• If you’re a Rutherford County resident, email or call the school board to let them know how you feel about these potential book bans. [Rutherford County Schools]