Home + Design

“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...

Entertainment

Songs, Soul, Success

Trisha Yearwood & Friends Bring Star Power To Ryman Fundraiser For Breast Cancer Article by Maria Dinoia | Photography by Provided Bursting onto the country music scene during the uniquely special 90s decade, in 1991, with her breakout hit, “She’s in Love with the Boy,” from her self-titled debut album, Trisha Yearwood quickly established herself as one of the genre’s most influential female artists. She went on to have a long-standing career as a singer, spanning over three decades, that...

Real Estate

This Home Exudes Southern Elegance

Oak Hill’s 11,000-square-foot Manor Is On The Market Article by Kellie Walton | Photography by Home Pix Media With Radnor Lake, the Governor’s Mansion, premier private schools, and easy access to Green Hills, downtown, and I-65, Oak Hill is one of the most desirable places to live south of Nashville. Not only is it beautiful and accessible, but it’s also one of the safest neighborhoods around town. If you or someone you know is eager to call this area home, we have the inside scoop on one of...

Local Services

Experience Tennessee

Explore Nearby Towns For A Taste Of Tennessee’s History, Culture, and Charm Article by Sarah Brown | Photography by Provided Experience Spring Hill | ExperienceSpringHill.com  Reflecting on what makes Spring Hill unique, community resource assistant, Jill Murrah shares, “Despite the growth we’ve experienced over the past decade, Spring Hill has managed to retain its charming, small-town atmosphere.” Visit ExperienceSpringHill.com to discover this growing community's rich history and guided...

Food + Beverage

Say 'Cheers' With Cake On St. Patrick's Day

Serve Lucky Guests This Tipsy Irish-themed Cake On March 17 Article by Judy Beaudin/ @scrumptious_judyb | Photography by Judy Beaudin Cocktails and cake each rank high on my list of favorite things. When they get together, happy hour just got a whole lot happier. Not only is the idea of a cocktail cake just plain fun from the get-go, spirits and/or beer offer an unexpected complexity of flavors to a cake. Bonus: They create moistness and tenderness. For St. Patrick’s Day, here's a boozy...

Life + Culture

March Forward With Reading

A Guide To Growing Strong Readers Article and Photography by Kathleen Davis March is National Reading Month, a time dedicated to fostering a love of reading in children and adults alike. Reading is not only an essential life skill but also a gateway to imagination, knowledge, and lifelong learning. The Five Pillars of Reading Every effective reading instruction program is built on five key pillars that support literacy development: Phonemic awareness – The ability to hear and manipulate...

Home + Design

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...

Home + Design

Cooking Up Comfort

Designing An Outdoor Kitchen Article by Coleen Janeway | Photography by Provided We are blessed in Tennessee to have distinct seasons throughout the calendar year. And this time of year, as the days grow longer and rising temperatures beckon us outside, thoughts of an outdoor kitchen come to mind. Outdoor kitchens have become the central topic of many new construction builders as well as families looking to add value to an existing home renovation. The special something everyone is looking...