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“Woodn’t” You Rather Have Concrete?

Dress Up Your Property With A Low Maintenance “Forever” Fence Article by Ed Atlas Those rustic fences that frame rolling fields throughout Williamson County create indelible images that are unique to this part of the world. But beautiful aesthetics come with a price. While they look great, wood fences are expensive to maintain. And the upkeep is inescapable because beyond their cosmetic appeal, they serve a practical purpose; they set boundaries, secure things that need to be kept inside the...

Entertainment

Preserving History In Middle Tennessee

Fox & Locke Owner Aubrey Preston is Helping to Keep What Makes Leiper’s Fork Special Around for Years to Come Article by Lisa Valentine | Photography by Provided The charm of Leiper’s Fork is a special one, reminiscent of bygone years; a place of beautiful country landscapes and small town community that is hard to find these days, especially so close to a major city. That’s why it is so important for resident Aubrey Preston to preserve its history. “To me, it’s the greatest place on planet...

Arts + Culture

Living A Life Of Wanderlust

How Two Best Friends Turned Their Love Of Fashion Into A Full-Time Career Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Provided When they met in middle school in Boston, Emily Bache and Abigail Breslin became fast friends who shared a passion for fashion. “We happened to be the same shoe and clothing size, so from the very beginning, we decided to share clothes,” says Breslin. “In order to have a bigger wardrobe, I'd buy the pants, she'd buy the top, and then we’d swap.” That was 25 years ago...

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Painting With Art

A Conversation With Kelly Harwood, Talented Artist And Owner Of Gallery 202 Article by Morgan Raum | Photography by Provided Tell me about your background. How did you first get into art? My art background is probably very different from other artists. I was planning to become an art teacher and had gotten a scholarship at a nearby community college, but the tables turned when my father got me a job at Goodyear Tire Manufacturing in our hometown of Gadsden, Alabama. I worked there for 10...