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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...

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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...

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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...

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Stylish Entertaining With Craft Cocktails

Learn The Secrets Of Mixology Through Popular Cocktail Guidebooks Article by Rick Murray | Photography by Provided 1.     The Craft of the Cocktail: Everything You Need to Know to Be a Master Bartender, with 500 Recipes This guide features recipes for most popular cocktails today, as well as providing suggestions on how to set up and manage a bar.   2.     Mixology for Beginners: Innovative Craft Cocktails for the Home Bartender  In this book, readers will discover a...

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Celebrating Hendersonville Lifestyle

Hendersonville Chamber Toasts Magazine's Eighth Anniversary In Royal Splendor Article by Rick Murray | Photography by Rick Murray, Lynn Bowles In July, Hendersonville Lifestyle magazine reached a significant milestone – eight years of covering the people, places and things that shape everyday life in the City by the Lake. In recognition of this accomplishment, publisher Lynn Bowles held a special celebration on Aug. 22. Along with the Lifestyle team, a large contingent of supporters from...

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Food, Faith, Hope

Community Blessing Boxes Help Address Food Insecurity Across Sumner County Article and Photography by Rick Murray As the calendar turns to October, we enter one of the most joyous times of the year – the holiday season. For most of us, it is a happy time in which we share special celebrations and get-togethers with family and friends, often around tables filled with lovingly prepared feasts. Unfortunately, the holidays can also be a very stressful time, particularly for those in need...

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Travelin' Foodies

Gourmet Mobile Dining Showcased At Inaugural Food Truck Festival Article and Photography by Rick Murray Not many years ago, most people considered food trucks to be little more than mobile versions of high school football concession stands. The menu fare was typically overpriced and sparce, containing only minimal basics such as hamburgers, hotdogs, popcorn and soft drinks. Fortunately, those days are gone. Today’s food trucks are rolling culinary marvels, offering tasty treats that are...

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The Return Of Jolly Ollie's

Popular Local Eatery And Nightspot Rises From Tragedy Once More Article and Photography by Rick Murray Making it in the restaurant business is not for the faint of heart. Cash flow problems, competitive pressures and staffing issues must be carefully managed everyday just to make ends meet. Given the thin margins that most eateries operate on, there is little room for error, leaving many restauranteurs feeling like they are walking daily tightwires. When confronted with an unexpected...

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Lila Maternity Style

Local Boutique Offers Everything For New Moms And Their Children Article by Rick Murray | Photography by Rick Murray and Provided Warmth, Understanding, Caring. These words reflect the feelings experienced by many women as they walk into Lila Maternity for the first time. The entire boutique seems be permeated with feelings of comfort and welcome. Lila Maternity was conceived by veteran nurse/doula Caitlyn Schollmeier after she encountered shortcomings that made the birthing experience...

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Little Red Corvette

Enthusiast Shares His Love Of The Great American Sports Car Article by Rick Murray | Photography by Lynn Bowles* One of the most popular hobbies for many people is collecting objects of interest. From artwork to sculptures to books, people often spend lifetimes adding to and managing their personal collections. In Hendersonville, one of the most interesting collections is a rare complete set of C2 Corvettes. To find out more about this unique set, Hendersonville Lifestyle recently visited...