Life + Culture

Life and Hoops

Local College Basketball Coach Teaches Basketball, Fitness and Life Lessons Article and Photography by Rick Murray Few things in life are more rewarding than coaching young people. Helping young players grow and develop as they chase their goals is often an immensely fulfilling experience. However, coaching also has its challenges, particularly in college settings. Every day, coaches have to work hard to help their players balance the many demands of being student athletes. Recently...

Health + Wellness

Getting Fit In 2025

Hendersonville's Newest Workout Facility Helps Clients Get Into Fighting Shape Article and Photography by Rick Murray At the start of every new year, health and fitness is on the minds of a lot of people. Some of them overindulged during the holiday season and they are lamenting their new larger waistlines. Others are dealing with a lack of stamina that comes from spending too many hours sitting idly. Whatever the motivation, January is always a great month for those wishing to get into shape...

Fitness

New Year, New You, New Smile

Local Dentist Offers Timely Tips For Good Dental Health In 2025 And Beyond Article by Rick Murray | Photography by Rick Murray and provided During the holiday season, many people resolve to make changes in their lives at the start of the new year. A large number of those resolutions involve improving a person’s overall wellness and fitness levels. From losing weight to starting a workout regimen, better health will be the goal for many of us during 2025. However, one important area of...

Entertainment

Everybody Loves A Scrooge

Classic Holiday Movies That Bring A Christmas Carol To Life Article by Rick Murray Few holiday tales warm the heart as much as the inspiring tale of Ebenezer Scrooge’s transformation from miser to generous benefactor in Charles Dicken’s immortal “A Christmas Carol.” Over the years, there have been many movies and television shows based upon the story, and here are some of our favorites that we enjoy every holiday season.

Food + Beverage

Entertaining In Style

Affordable Wines And Liquors To Make The Holiday Season Sparkle Article and Photography by Rick Murray The holiday season is always a festive time filled with warm celebrations shared with friends and family. From lavish feasts to ornate cocktail parties, yuletide is the perfect time for entertaining. For those planning December events, there is always one question that needs to be answered – what sort of libations should be served? Given the wide array of choices available, selecting the...

Life + Culture

Local Holiday Shopping

Gifts For Him, Her and Fur Article and Photography by Rick Murray Tis the season for giving! To help our readers with their shopping lists, Hendersonville Lifestyle visited with three local merchants to get a few great gift ideas. Volunteer Outfitters | 593 A, New Shackle Island Road, Hendersonville, TN 37075 | 615.664.8041 |  VolunteerOutfitters.com Hancock Diamonds| 328 Long Hollow Pike #1876, Goodlettsville, TN 37072 | 615.851.0633 |  HancockDiamonds.com Woof Gang Bakery and Grooming...

Food + Beverage

Rich & Rye

A Smooth Holiday Cocktail That Is Perfect For Sipping By The Fireplace Article by Rick Murray Introducing a new holiday cocktail – Rich & Rye. Created by Bluegrass Beverages General Manager Jake Richardson, this smooth drink will be a hit at any holiday celebration. It features a robust blend of rye, rum and banana liqueur complimented by just the right amounts of black walnut and chocolate bitters.   Ingredients: 1 oz. Rye (at least 100 proof) 1 oz. Jamaican Rum (unsweetened) .25 oz...

Life + Culture

A Taste of Fall

Beloved Hendersonville Festival Kicks Off the Holiday Season with Gratitude Article and Photography by Rick Murray Every year on the last Thursday in September, people from across Sumner County converge on Hendersonville to take part in one the Midstate’s most eagerly anticipated celebrations, the annual Taste of Hendersonville. Held at the Streets of Indian Lake, the Taste event provides an opportunity for local restaurants and their customers to express their support and gratitude for one...

Life + Culture

Thankful For Veterans

Community Support Is On Full Display At Annual Parades Article and Photography by Rick Murray November is known for many things, including gathering friends and family together for elaborate Thanksgiving Day feasts. However, the month also has a much deeper meaning. It is a time to pause and give thanks for all our blessings, and to express our gratitude to the men and women who have made it possible – our armed forces veterans. In 1919, President Woodrow Wilson established Armistice Day...

Life + Culture

Sumner Fun

Celebrations And Special Events Abound Across The Community In November Article and Photography by Rick Murray 13th Annual Sumner County Artists & Artisans Studio Tour Sumner County Tourism, Gallatin Nov. 2 and Nov. 3 The 13th annual Artists & Artisans Studio Tour will occur on the weekend of Nov. 2 – 3 at various locations across Sumner County. This event will feature multiple artists and artisans who will have their work on display at studios across the county. Maps for the...