Life + Culture

2025 Men of Distinction

Three Gentlemen Making Their Mark On The Community Every Day Article by Rick Murray | Photography by Rick Murray and Provided In recent years, Hendersonville has experienced rapid growth as many new residents and businesses have chosen to make Sumner County their home. There are many reasons for this growth, including beautiful scenery, a strong economy and, of course, Old Hickory Lake.  However, the most important thing is its people. This month, Hendersonville Lifestyle profiles three local...

Local Services

Volunteer Outfitters

Local Entrepreneur Brings Top Quality Outdoor Goods to The 37075 Article and Photography by Rick Murray Outdoor enthusiasts understand that having the right gear is essential to support long days hunting and fishing, especially during conditions of extreme weather. When dealing with freezing temperatures, heavy rain or other extreme conditions, it is essential to have the proper clothing and accessories to support a day out in the wild. For quite some time, area sportsmen had to drive to...

Life + Culture

Dad And Lad

Father And Son Team Keep Local Automotive Dealership On The Road To Success Article by Rick Murray | Photography by Lynn Bowles Since the founding of America, family businesses have been the backbone of our nation, with each one representing a cornerstone in its local community. There is just something special about patronizing small companies who treat their customers like family members. However, how much do we really know about what it’s like to be a part of a family business? To get an...

Life + Culture

Beauty, Health And Loving Life

Vita Aesthetics Offers World Class Skincare, Wellness And Rejuvenation Article and Photography by Rick Murray “Love the Life You Live.”   Although short and simple, this sentence contains a powerful sentiment – the concept of loving oneself. After all, life is precious, and we should all enjoy our lives as we go through it. The sentence is also the motto for Vita Aesthetics, the Midstate’s premier medical aesthetics spa located in Gallatin. Since 2019, Vita has been helping women in the...

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Ladies Of Influence

Local Women Making A Difference In Hendersonville And Sumner County Article by Rick Murray | Photography by Rick Murray and Provided One of the main reasons for Hendersonville and Sumner County’s continuing growth and success is the presence of numerous strong, talented and caring women leaders. Every day, these ladies balance numerous professional and personal responsibilities, yet still find time to give back to the community through their involvement in local organizations such as...

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A Spa Day For The Ladies

Make Mother's Day Special This Year With a Day of Relaxation and Pampering Article and Photography by Rick Murray Each May, we celebrate Mother’s Day, a day set aside to honor the many moms and other women in our lives who have given so much for us. We all go out of our way to show our appreciation for the love and support they have shown us over the years. Many people chose to celebrate Mother’s Day with special brunches or dinners, while others offer gifts such as flowers and jewelry. While...

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Inspirational Reads

Recent Books To Help Readers Have Happier Lives Article by Rick Murray and Debbie Murray | Photography by Provided That's What She Said: Wise Words from Influential Women Kimonthy Joy Amazon.com 15.00   Confidently You Joyce Meyer Walmart.com 6.99   Daily Affirmations for Self-Love and Confidence: Embracing Your Inner Strength Linda Ludwig Amazon.com 9.99   She Believed She Could, So She Did Kathy Weller Walmart.com 5.53   What Your Heart Needs for the Hard Days...

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Tennessee Songwriters Week

Investing In The Present To Secure Tennessee's Musical Heritage Article and Photography by Rick Murray Nashville is considered to be the hub of everything music in Tennessee – after all, it is Music City. However, the sounds of original music span the entire state, from the blues of Memphis to the bluegrass of Bristol. Along with providing boundless entertainment, Tennessee’s music industry is also a vital economic driver, providing employment for thousands of people each year. Recognizing...

Finance + Legal Services

Insurance - When Is It Enough?

Hendersonville Insurer Helps Families and Business Owners Protect Their Assets Article and Photography by Rick Murray Today’s economy can be a confusing environment, filled with uncertainty and potential financial pitfalls. The rapid pace of technological change and innovation has created an entirely new language, filled with words such as bitcoin, cybersecurity, unicorns, meme stocks, and of course, artificial intelligence or AI. At times, it seems that the days of simply wanting to earn a...

Finance + Legal Services

Building A Financial Foundation

Local Wealth Adviser Offers Tips For Healthier Finances, Now And In The Future Article by Rick Murray | Photography by Provided Navigating the maze toward financial security and wealth management is not easy, and it helps to have a trusted advisor to help avoid the pitfalls along the way. For many families in Hendersonville and across Middle Tennessee, that advisor is Kevin Collier, founder and principal of Collier Wealth Management. Kevin has been a professional advisor since 1991, and he has...