Fitness

Synergy Pilates

A New Mobile Pilates Studio Is Bringing Pilates Straight To You Article by Lisa Valentine | Photography by Meagan Reynolds of Next Door Creative Everywhere you turn there seems to be a new Pilates studio popping up, and with good reason. The fitness class is increasingly growing in popularity as it’s an effective way to build lean muscle while also being low impact, making it easy on the body and a great, openly accessible form of exercise. Maybe you’re curious to give it a try, but the...

Shopping

French Finds & Family Ties

The Heart Behind Belle Maison Article by Lauren Kelly | Photography by Provided For mother-daughter duo, Carolyn Kalil and Katie Polenzani, the journey to creating their business was born out of a love for a place that’s always felt like home. “Belle Maison really started out of Katie and my love for France,” Carolyn says. “Since Katie was a baby, we traveled all around, but our favorite place was always France. It felt like home, so once she was older, starting a French shop was not a hard...

Food + Beverage

The Feel Good Way

A New, Noteworthy, And Nutritious Cookbook Article by Kellie Walton | Photography by Angelica Marie Photography Want the secret to feeling good? It starts with food. When you eat nourishing food, you’ll find balanced blood sugar. When your blood sugar is balanced, your cravings are reduced. When those tempting cravings are gone, you’ll likely feel more satisfied, energized, and in control. Then your cravings shift to foods you know will make you feel good, and that feeling of hope is a special...

Event Planning + Services

Behind The Scenes With Cathy Cardenas

Public Relations Executive Details Her Career And Life-Changing Move To Franklin Article by Morgan Raum | Photography by Provided Franklin resident and public relations executive Cathy Cardenas wears many hats. In addition to making waves in her industry, the Idaho native is a mother of two, host of a faith-based podcast, and owner of an inspirational clothing line. After graduating high school, Cardenas entered the entertainment industry by landing a role with a local television station. ...

Health + Wellness

Paradigm Health

Digging Deeper Into Women's Care Article by Jennifer Bennhoff | Photography by Provided Doctors David Edwards and Matt McEvoy, founders of Paradigm Health in Franklin, have implemented a healthcare model that is proactive and focused on preventing disease and increasing longevity, rather than the typical “reactive” healthcare where patients receive treatment only after a disease manifests. This model, known as Medicine 3.0, shifts from managing disease to maintaining good health and...

Professional Services

Beaming With Pride

From Her Cozy Corner On Main Street, Bringing Smiles To Faces Is Dr. Ashley Roark’s Specialty Article by Ed Atlas | Photography by Kailee Riches Photography A few years ago, Dr. Ashley Roark was back in her hometown and looking forward to spending some time with her grandmother. She was excited to tell her how she had been thinking about opening her own business in Franklin, Tennessee, and was seeking advice or insight from the woman she trusted so much. “My grandma was two weeks shy of her...

Entertainment

Tennessee Songwriters Week Celebrates Rising Talent

DEK Of Hearts Takes Top Prize In Franklin Article by Sarah Skates | Photography by Kayla Schoen Rising trio DEK of Hearts is gaining traction in Music City. Comprised of Dylan John, Emily Clapp and Kollin Bailey, DEK of Hearts recently bested 19 other acts in front of a packed house at The Franklin Theatre, impressing a noteworthy panel of music industry judges to win the evening’s top prize. The showcase event, presented by Tennessee Department of Tourist Development and Visit Franklin, was...

Life + Culture

Carly Pearce's Musical Storytelling

The Singer Wraps Up Her hummingbird world tour At The Ryman Article by Maria Dinoia | Photography by Provided Carly Pearce isn't afraid to wear her heart on her sleeve. She's been called the "Queen of Feels" (aptly named by her gal pal Kailey Dickerson) as she's been writing deeply personal songs since 2017's debut studio album,  Every Little Thing . This time around is no different as Pearce continues to reveal her heart with five added tracks to 2024's hummingbird , an album critics...

Style + Beauty

An Elite Collective Of Style And Beauty

How A childhood Dream Became A Luxurious Oasis For Adults Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Photos by Angelea Presti As a child, Noel Hicks loved doing her Barbie ® and baby dolls’ hair. “I gave them a lot of fun haircuts,” she says, laughing. “Then throughout high school, I wanted to do hair. Nothing else ever really caught my attention.” Right after graduation, she went into beauty school, completing that in 2012. Her next goal was working with musicians, and what better place to go...

Local Services

Elevate Moms

Discover Your Purpose And Your Family Will Thrive Article by Jennifer Bennhoff | Photography by Feiten Photography Motherhood is a journey filled with joy, challenges and countless responsibilities, and moms often juggle work and family with little time to devote to themselves. This is where Elevate Moms, a Franklin-based collective of counselors and coaches, comes in. This group of licensed counselors and certified coaches, all mothers themselves, is dedicated to helping women find balance...