Cookeville City Council heard more than an hour of comments Thursday night as the controversy over drag shows and subsequent protests continued. Multiple residents expressed concern that city and county leaders did not denounce the hate groups who marched on January 22 along Cedar Avenue. Resident Billy George: “Personally I do think that the silence is an invitation for a ... Read More »
Citizens concerned about drag shows in Cookeville have called for local lawmakers to adopt current state laws or create their own in hopes of preventing the shows–but the process is not so black and white. MTSU Pre-Law Program Director Dr. Robb McDaniels said there are current laws about things such as adult-oriented establishments and public indecency. He said most of ... Read More »
A Sunday drag brunch on Cookeville’s West End filled the council chamber Thursday. Local pastors and residents complained about what they consider the adult nature of the show, its proximity to places where families can gather, and the interpreted inappropriateness of the show. Cookeville First Baptist Pastor Scott McKinney said he, along with other local and like-minded pastors, is concerned ... Read More »
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