Arts + Culture

Sweet Summertime Music

Live Concert Opportunities Abound This Summer In The City By The Lake Article and Photography by Rick Murray There are few experiences that bring more joy than attending outdoor concerts in the summer. Warm weather, great music and the company of friends and family come together to create enjoyable moments that will last a lifetime. While many communities have events that offer live music, none are more exciting than those found in Hendersonville and Sumner County. Here are a few local...

Fitness

Running With The Mayor

Hendersonville Mayor Jamie Clary Shares His Love Of Running And His Favorite Courses In The City Article and Photography by Rick Murray Hendersonville Mayor Jamie Clary is a longtime fitness advocate. While he is particularly passionate about cycling and soccer, he also works in several runs each week. Recently, the Hendersonville Lifestyle team caught up with Jamie to get his thoughts about running in the City by the Lake.   When did you start running? “I ran cross-country in high...

Arts + Culture

Summer Shines With Homegrown Color

Cultivated Beauty From A Backyard Garden Article by Rick Murray | Photography by Lynn Bowles One of the most rewarding outdoor activities for many people is growing and maintaining a home garden. Some people plant vegetable gardens that enable their families to enjoy fresh produce all throughout the growing season. However, others prefer the challenge of designing intricate and colorful flower gardens that add beauty to their homes and neighborhoods. Towana Bowles, wife of Hendersonville...

Arts + Culture

The Nashville Symphony Returns To Hendersonville

The Grand Reopening Of Rock Castle Celebrated In Music Article and Photography by Rick Murray The warm evening air was filled with the sounds of classical music as the Nashville Symphony returned to newly renovated Rock Castle Historic Site on Wednesday, June 3. Over 1,000 music lovers came out for the celebration, arriving by car, shuttle bus or boats out on nearby Old Hickory Lake. “We are incredibly grateful to the talented musicians, artists, dedicated sponsors, and wonderful volunteers...

Arts + Culture

Celebrating Hendersonville's Music Heritage

Legendary Morningstar Studio Recognized With Tennessee Music Pathways Marker Article and Photography by Rick Murray History was made in City by the Lake on June 2 when the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development unveiled a Tennessee Music Pathways Marker behind Moby Dicky’s Restaurant. Prior to becoming a restaurant, the site was the home of Morningstar Sound Studio, which produced 25 number one hits recorded by such legendary artists as Randy Travis, Dan Seals, George Jones and Anne...

Life + Culture

RallyPoint Motor Condos

Luxury Accommodations for Everything That Drives You Article and Photography by Rick Murray On Hendersonville’s East Main Street lies one of the city’s newest and most unique businesses, RallyPoint Motor Condos, LLC. Founded and owned by J.R. and Carol Ernst, RallyPoint draws the attention of thousands of motorists every day who are intrigued by its beautiful, expansive structure. Within the walls of the four building complex, there are 31 large condos that owners are able to store all types...

Life + Culture

Men Making A Difference in Hendersonville

Three Leaders Helping Sumner County Continue To Grow And Prosper Article by Rick Murray | Photography by Rick Murray and Provided John Isbell Sumner County Mayor   Community “My activities include Rotary, the Hendersonville Citizens Police Academy, Tunnels to Towers, Leadership Middle Tennessee, Sons of the American Revolution and Chambers of Commerce across Sumner County.”   Motivation “I am motivated by the opportunity to build relationships. At its core, leadership is...

Arts + Culture

Golden Memories

Legendary Oak Ridge Boy Publishes A Photo Book Chronicling His Travels Article and Photography by Rick Murray William Lee Golden began his musical career nearly 70 years ago in rural South Alabama by singing on his grandfather’s weekly radio show.  From those beginnings, Golden developed a lifelong love of music and harmony, especially the type performed by country, gospel and pop quartettes.  Since joining the Oak Ridge Boys in 1965, he and his bandmates have sold over thirty million...

Entertainment

King Of The Ring

Jeff Jarrett Stands Tall In The World Of Professional Wrestling Article and Photography by Rick Murray Along with its well-known base of musical entertainers, Hendersonville is also home to one of the most famous professional wrestlers of all time – Jeff “Double J” Jarrett. Recently, Hendersonville Lifestyle sat down with Jeff to find out more about him and his many accomplishments in the wrestling world.   Why professional wrestling? “I was bitten by the wrestling bug at an early age...

Life + Culture

Women Leading Hendersonville Into The Future

Three Local Ladies Who Exhibit Professionalism and Servant Leadership Daily in the 37075 Article and Photography by Rick Murray Kara Brumley Onsite Owner – the Goddard Schools in Hendersonville and Gallatin   How are you involved in the community? “I am a member of the Hendersonville Chamber Foundation Board, the Sumner County CASA Board, the Leadership Sumner Class of 2026 and our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church. I have been married to my husband David for 22 years, and we have...