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The Heart Of Holiday Season
Nonprofit Works With Disadvantaged Youth To Explore Careers And Spur On The Community's Christmas Spirit
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One For You, One For Me
Local Gift Ideas For Everyone, Including Yourself
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Where To Ring in 2025
We’re Singing Auld Lang Syne Across Music City
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Hear This (Not Too) Loud And Clear
How Dr. Elizabeth Welch And HearTN Are Leading The Way In Hearing Healthcare
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The Heart Of Holiday Season
Nonprofit Works With Disadvantaged Youth To Explore Careers And Spur On The Community's Christmas Spirit Article by Lauren Kelly | Photography by Provided From career exploration to festive community events, Franktown Open Hearts brings joy and support to disadvantaged children across Franklin. “We are a program that works with impoverished children from kindergarten to senior year after school and all day during the summer," says Chris Barnhill, Franktown Open Hearts' executive director...
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One For You, One For Me
Local Gift Ideas For Everyone, Including Yourself Article by Maria Dinoia What's a December issue without a holiday gift guide? We've curated a list of seasonal hits to inspire gift ideas and get your started on tackling that Christmas list. Is mom unconventional? Is dad thrifty? Is your bestie bougie? Your cousin picky? Doesn't matter who you're shopping for, under the tree or stuffing a stocking, we've got you covered with these local goodies! Hair Shots heat-activated hair fragrance...
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Where To Ring in 2025
We’re Singing Auld Lang Syne Across Music City Article by Kellie Walton | Photography by Provided It’s almost time to celebrate new beginnings as we bring 2024 to a close. Whether you prefer to ring in the new year with a swanky soiree or reflect on the previous over a special meal, you have plenty of options in Middle Tennessee. Southall Farm & Inn This Leiper’s Fork destination is hosting a glittering gathering with bites, an open bar, and live music. Up the ante by staying the night in...
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Hear This (Not Too) Loud And Clear
How Dr. Elizabeth Welch And HearTN Are Leading The Way In Hearing Healthcare Article by Ed Atlas | Photography by Provided If you haven’t paid much attention to your hearing health, Dr. Elizabeth Welch wants to deliver a message that’s (not too) loud and clear: make an appointment and get an exam. “In many cases, hearing loss is so gradual that people don’t even notice until it has progressed,” she says. “I highly recommend getting tested so that you know your baseline. Then if subsequent...
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