Laura Sosh-Lightsy worked at Middle Tennessee State University for over two decades before getting fired over a social media post about Charlie Kirk. On Wednesday, she filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against the university.
Tennessee teacher suspended for Charlie Kirk post is allowed at daughter’s school, judge rules
A Tennessee school teacher suspended over a Charlie Kirk post has won a victory in federal court after a judge ruled that her school district can no longer stop her from going to her daughter’s school or speaking with students and faculty.
Some Sumner County parents protest with empty desks on Charlie Kirk Day
Some parents took issue with the school board declaring this day without any input from families.
Tennessee teacher asks judge to lift “no contact” ban following Charlie Kirk-related suspension
After suing the Williamson County school district for violating her First Amendment rights, she’s asking a judge to stop the district from preventing her from going on school grounds or speaking with students and teachers.
Charlie Kirk ripple effects continue in Sumner County as school board creates a memorial day
Sumner County Schools are set to recognize October 14 as Charlie Kirk Day. The decision to honor the late conservative media personality has garnered mixed reactions online and comes shortly after another controversial proposal to rename a school street in the area after Kirk.
Parents oppose renaming Sumner County school street after Charlie Kirk
A proposal to rename a Sumner County street in memory of conservative activist Charlie Kirk has prompted intense pushback.
NashVillager Podcast: Thoughts and prayers
How does a community respond as a group when a divisive person dies? Plus, the local news for Sept. 16, 2025.
Tennesseans fired, disciplined for reactions to Charlie Kirk’s death
The shooting death of hard-right activist Charlie Kirk has spurred a wide array of reactions on social media, and Tennesseans are continuing to be disciplined or fired for their posts online. The newest ripple effects became clear Tuesday.
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