Fitness

Keep moving

Allie Burke keeps us moving with easy workouts you can do at home Article by Kourtney McComb | Photography by Rachel Baldwin and Torrey Peak Strong in the Summer: Allie Burke’s Quick Workout for Busy Moms When summer hits and routines are replaced with chaos, moms often find their fitness goals slipping through the cracks. That’s where Allie Burke comes in. A certified fitness coach, entrepreneur, and mom herself, Allie founded Burke Fitness to help women stay strong and healthy, without...

Travel

Your ultimate Nashville Staycation elevated

DC Super Heroes Take Over Gaylord Opryland This Summer Article by Kourtney McComb | Photography by Gaylord Opryland Nashville POW! BAM! WOW! DC Super Heroes Take Over Gaylord Opryland This Summer Grab your capes and pack your power rings—this summer, an epic adventure awaits at Nashville’s Gaylord Opryland Resort! On weekends, from May 23 through September 1, 2025, families are invited to dive into a larger-than-life experience as the DC Super Heroes take center stage in a brand-new event...

Life + Culture

Men who Influence Community

Meet the men who make a difference in Mount Juliet Everyday Article by Kourtney McComb | Photography by Coast to Coast & Co. Dr. Zac Berry –Berry Dental Group Since taking over in 2019, Dr. Zac Berry has redefined dental care by blending advanced treatments with a personal, comfortable approach. He’s built a team that shares his passion for crafting beautiful smiles while treating patients like family. Off the clock, he’s outdoors with his wife and three energetic kids, fully embracing Mt...

Entertainment

Rob Williford

Leaving a mark in the music industry Article by Kourtney McComb | Photography by Dustin Haney From the stadium shows of country megastar Luke Combs, to the soulful storytelling of his own solo venture, Mt. Juliet’s Rob Williford is charting a bold new path with the release of his upcoming album, Johnny & Jenny , out June 27. The GRAMMY®-nominated, CMA Award-winning songwriter—best known for penning hits like “Beautiful Crazy,” “Forever After All,” and “Doin’ This”—has traded life on the road...

Sports + Recreation

Inspired by the big leagues

With a true "coach" approach, Trainers Lab stands apart from the crowd Article by Paige Turner | Photography by Coast to Coast Branding When Chris Winder stepped off the baseball field for the last time, he didn’t expect his next big win to happen inside a gym. But today, the former pro athlete and founder of TrainersLab is swinging for the fences in a different arena—one where personal bests, perseverance, and purpose define the scoreboard. “Injuries were really what started it all,”...

Local Services

Loads of Love

A Legacy Washed in Family Article by Kourtney McComb | Photography by Coast to Coast & Co. When Barry Oakley opened the doors to Loads of Clothes Laundromat , it wasn’t just about clean laundry—it was about continuing a legacy built on love, hard work, and family. A third-generation entrepreneur from Middle Tennessee, Barry found inspiration not only in a vacant building but in a deeper desire to build something meaningful with—and for—his children. Barry’s three adult sons—Colton, Hudson...

Life + Culture

Men who serve

Meet some of Mount Juliet's hero's Article by Kourtney McComb | Photography by Lindsey Conder For Fire Chief Mark Foulks of Mt. Juliet, Tennessee, firefighting isn’t just a career—it’s a legacy. Inspired by his father, a decorated firefighter who served over 29 years with the Knoxville Fire Department, Foulks found his calling early. “We were fortunate enough to serve together for three years before he retired,” he says with pride. That shared time in uniform laid the foundation for a...

Life + Culture

Love, Legacy, and a Lasting Impact

The ERDie Project Honors a Brave Lebanon Teen’s Fight Against Childhood Cancer Article by Kourtney McComb | Photography by Provided By all accounts, Emma Ryleigh Dixon was a light in every room. Full of life, laughter, and an undeniable love for shopping, dancing, and traveling, the Lebanon teen lived with a joy that defied her circumstances. Even as she bravely battled osteosarcoma — a rare and aggressive form of bone cancer — Emma inspired all who knew her with her strength, grace, and...

Local Services

Women in Business

The Influential Women of Mount Juliet Article by Kourtney McComb & Kimberly Thomas | Photography by Provided Intro,   It's a given that these women are a true example of strength and perseverance and absolutely mirror the community in the efforts they put forth to bring opportunity and support to our community of Mount Juliet. These women and the small businesses that they have implemented in the community are invaluable. Kourtney and I are overwhelmed daily with the amazing women we get to...

Life + Culture

Weather Heather Prepared

Heather Mathis from News Channel 5 shares tips for unexpected weather Article by Heather Mathis | Photography by News Channel 5 We are in the heart of severe weather season, and it is important for your family to feel comfortable and confident in your safety plan! Technology has come a long way and we are now able as meteorologists to give people 15 minutes, sometimes longer, lead time ahead of a tornado potentially being in their area. During those 15 minutes, you don’t want to be questioning...