Life + Culture

Middle Tennessee Food Truck Festival

Popular Event Returns to Veterans Park To The Delight Of Hendersonville Foodies Article and Photography by Rick Murray Sharing outdoor meals with friends and family is one of the greatest pleasures of late summer and early fall. Warm weather, savory aromas and tasty treats come together naturally to create memorable dining experiences. Many people enjoy preparing their own outdoor feasts in elaborate backyard smokers and barbecue pits. They derive great joy in sharing their grilling prowess...

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Putting The Horror Into Halloween

Local Actor Shines Bright In Television And Motion Pictures Article by Rick Murray | Photography by Rick Murray and Provided" Every October, most people look toward the month’s end to enjoy one of their favorite fall holidays – Halloween. From preschoolers to senior citizens, there is always something to enjoy during this spooky season. For many people, the preferred way of celebrating the witching hour is to grab a hot toddy, curl up by a warm fireplace and binge on some of their favorite...

Life + Culture

Sailing Away At The Rudder

Hendersonville's Destination For Dining On Old Hickory Lake Article by Rick Murray | Photography by Lynn Bowles Since its founding, Hendersonville has been known as the City by the Lake. Every year, thousands of locals and tourists flock to the area to enjoy fun times both on and off Old Hickory Lake. After a long day on the water, many folks like to gather their friends and family together for drinks and dinner by the lake. One of the most popular places for lakeside dining is The Rudder...

Life + Culture

Debbie's Pumpkin Pie

Hendersonville Lifestyle Copy Editor Shares One Of Her Favorite Fall Dessert Recipes Article by Rick Murray, Debbie Murray | Photography by Provided Ingredients: 1 – 15 oz. can of pumpkin 1 – 14 oz. can Eagle Brand milk 2 – eggs 1 – Tsp. ground cinnamon 1/2 – Tsp. ginger 1/2 – Tsp. nutmeg 1/2 – Tsp. salt 1 – 9” unbaked pie crust (regular or deep dish)   Directions: 1.     Preheat oven to 425°. 2.     Beat pumpkin, Eagle Brand milk, eggs and spices in a bowl. 3.     Pour mixture...

Home + Design

Style by Pella

Local Business Offers Outstanding Home Upgrade Products and Services Delivered with a Family Touch Article by Rick Murray | Photography by Rick Murray and Provided Since the dawn of time, the concepts of home and family have been intertwined. Families need the centering that homes can provide, and homes are just hollow structures without families to fill them with love and joy. Just as families grow and change, so do trends behind home styling. Looks and features that were commonplace just...

Auto + Marine

Ride in Style

Local Business Helps Owners Keep Their Vehicles Looking Sharp Article by Rick Murray | Photography by Lynn Bowles, Blake Willlis Everyone has their own unique sense of style that reflects an individual’s personal tastes and preferences. From hairstyles to wardrobe choices, we all love to express ourselves in our own unique ways. Outside fashion designers, perhaps the most passionate group of style chasers are automotive enthusiasts. Many car and truck owners enjoy chasing the latest products...

Arts + Culture

Boots, BBQ and Healing

Annual Event Raises Thousands to Help Veterans Through Art Article and Photography by Rick Murray The world of arts and style came together with cowboy boots and country music for a good cause with the return of one of Sumner County’s favorite events, the annual Boots & BBQ fundraiser. Sponsored by Hendersonville’s Monthaven Arts & Cultural Center (the MACC), the event is held annually to raise funds for the MACC’s “Between the Lines” healing arts program for veterans and their families. ...

Arts + Culture

Entertainers Raise Money For Kids

Local Community Helps Raise Money for School Supplies Through Music Article and Photography by Rick Murray Everyone knows that getting a good education is a key component for preparing children for their future adult lives. As such, every child deserves to have the resources that they need to succeed during each school year. Since 2020, children in Sumner County have benefitted from a federal program that has provided funds to pay for all required school supplies. Known as the Elementary and...

Life + Culture

Happy Tails Wag at Bark Avenue

Local Business Helps Our Four-Footed Friends Look and Feel Their Best Article by Rick Murray | Photography by Rick Murray and Provided There is nothing quite as enjoyable and refreshing as a day at the spa. From shampoos and styles to mani-pedis to luxury baths, a visit to a salon provides the special pampering that we need to relieve the stress in our busy lives. However, while we routinely take the time to treat ourselves to a day of relaxation, we need to remember that our dogs also need...

Life + Culture

Ice Cream... Happy Kids

Best Places for Frozen Treats in Hendersonville Article by Rick Murray | Photography by Rick Murray and Provided 1. Bruster's Real Ice Cream 350 East Main Street, Hendersonville, TN 37075 615.537.1114   2. Handel's Homemade Ice Cream 300 Indian Lake Blvd., Hendersonville, TN 37075 615.447-3139   3. Marble Slab Creamery 200 North Anderson Lane, Suite 108, Hendersonville, TN 37075 615.431-0382   4. Dairy Queen Grill & Chill 1023 Glenbrook Way, Hendersonville, TN 37075 ...