Food + Beverage

Mood Food

Eating To Boost Happiness, Calm, And Everyday Energy Article and Photography by Provided We’ve all had days when a cozy bowl of something comforting seems to turn everything around or when a sugary snack makes us feel great for ten minutes and then completely drained. While we often think of food in terms of calories or flavor, emerging research confirms something most of us have known intuitively: what we eat can dramatically influence how we feel. “Food and mood are deeply connected,” says...

Arts + Culture

Painting the Sound: How Roy Laws Turns Music into Art

Article by Athena West | Photography by Provided In a city where creativity and community intertwine, Franklin artist Roy Laws has become known for painting the soundtrack of local life. His bold, expressive works pulse with the rhythm of live music and the soul of the South, making him a standout figure in the region’s thriving art and music scene. Whether performing live alongside musicians or capturing the emotion of a song in color and texture, Laws turns every canvas into a visual...

Health + Wellness

Turning New Year’s Resolutions into Reality

Williamson Health Offers Resources to Support Your 2026 Health and Wellness Goals Article and Photography by Williamson Health The beginning of a new year calls for fresh starts and resolutions focused on personal growth and well-being. But goals that start with good intentions can easily begin to feel overwhelming and unattainable without the proper plan. Having trusted experts by your side can make all the difference in turning resolutions into lasting lifestyle changes. If better health is...

Local Services

The Heart of Franklin’s Pet Community

Inside Williamson County Animal Hospital Article and Photography by Provided Walk into Williamson County Animal Hospital on any given day and you can feel it immediately, that easy, familiar energy that comes from a place that has been part of the community for nearly fifty years. Since 1975, the clinic has been caring for Franklin’s pets and the people who love them, long before the town became the busy, fast-growing place it is today. Their history is something the team is genuinely proud...