Life + Culture

Camel Express Cares

Local Business Supports the Community One Car at a Time Article by Rick Murray | Photography by Rick Murray and Provided Nothing beats the feel of going for a drive in a clean, shiny vehicle. When your favorite ride looks good, you feel good, knowing that you will arrive at your destination in style. Unfortunately, many people have a hard time finding the time to keep their vehicles clean. Busy schedules override drivers’ desires to give their cars and trucks the TLC needed to keep them...

Fitness

Paths to Fitness

Get in Shape on the Trails and Greenways Across the City by the Lake Article and Photography by Rick Murray Hendersonville is blessed to have one of the best parks and recreational systems in the midsouth. Each year, many thousands of locals and out-of-town guests take advantage of the city’s abundant ball fields, courts and green spaces. Along with offering outstanding facilities for team sports such as baseball and soccer, Hendersonville is also the home of many miles of greenways and...

Arts + Culture

Kicking Off Summer Fun

Hendersonville Spring Carnival Brings Family Fun to Thousands Article and Photography by Rick Murray From May 22 through May 31, Veterans Park welcomed the return one of the community’s favorite family entertainment event – the Hendersonville Spring Carnival. Thousands of midway fans attended the carnival to revel in the sights, sounds, scents and tastes of a classic midway. The Hendersonville Spring Carnival was the brainchild of local businessman and promoter Barry Lee. Lee had long...

Arts + Culture

Sweet Summer Concerts Return

Savor Outdoor Music, Food and Fun at Monthaven Arts & Cultural Center Article and Photography by Rick Murray The annual Sweet Summer Concert Series made its return to Hendersonville’s Monthaven Arts & Cultural Center on the last day of May 2025. The free concert featured entertainers GRW and Cimarron 615. The following weekend, the series continued with a special Sunday night appearance of the Allman Brothers tribute band End of the Line. There are two more opportunities to enjoy the great...

Fitness

HEAT Kids Triathlon Celebrates 20 Years

Local Event Has Inspired Thousands of Young Athletes Across Two Decades Article by Rick Murray | Photography by Rick Murray and provided Hendersonville is home for many amateur athletes who regularly take advantage of the city’s abundant recreational facilities. The easy access to the Old Hickory Lake has made the city into a haven for some of the toughest athletes around – triathletes. Triathletes compete in a sport known as the triathlon, which is comprised of three components – swimming...

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...

Life + Culture

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...