Local Services

Change The Stars

Jeff Ponchillia, Founder of Change The Stars, Speaks On Their Mission And Inspiration Behind The Nonprofit Designed To Change Lives Article by Morgan Raum | Photography by Change The Stars, John Fletcher Thompson’s Station resident Jeff Ponchillia is the founder of Change The Stars, a nonprofit dedicated to transforming the lives of children in Haiti who are trapped in the grip of poverty. With a holistic approach, their organization aims to bring positive change by establishing an orphanage...

Food + Beverage

Slice of Community

Tanya Prifitera, Owner of Frankie's Pizza & Grill, Shares The Story Behind The Local Favorite. Article by Morgan Raum | Photography by Stacey Barrett Tanya Prifitera is well-versed in the restaurant industry; long before opening Frankie’s Pizza & Grill in Spring Hill thirteen years ago, the Connecticut native was immersed in the business by working at her parents’ pizza shop, Naples. Located in New Haven on Yale University’s campus, the joint had seen some of Hollywood's biggest stars - some...

Professional Services

All Smiles This Season

A Festive Q+A With Orthodontist, Dr. Wes Article by Morgan Raum | Photography by Sierra Bailey The holiday season is all about sharing smiles with the ones you love — what role do you believe a healthy, confident smile can play in gatherings?   We smile more when we are confident... they are contagious and it makes people feel good to be welcomed with a smile. What is one thing about your work that makes you feel most proud and thankful at the end of the year? We are so thankful for the...

Life + Culture

Welcome To Noble Springs Dairy

A Look Inside Franklin's Beloved Family-Owned and Operated Farm Article by Morgan Raum | Photography by Provided by Noble Springs Dairy Noble Springs Dairy is a family-owned, Grade A Goat Dairy and Artisanal Goat Cheese making operation. Run by Dustin and Justyne Noble, the farm is located only six miles from downtown Franklin, sitting on over two-hundred acres of land. Growing up in Williamson County, Dustin’s Tennessee roots run deep. He met his wife, Justyne, in a very full-circle way —...

Arts + Culture

Elevate With Tastify

Meet Tyler King, founder of Nashville’s luxury personal-chef and catering company, Tastify. Article by Morgan Raum | Photography by Lindsey McAlister Tyler King has always had a passion for two things: curating delicious meals and providing clients prestige hospitality. In 2018 — at only 22 years old — he founded Tastify, a company committed to delivering a vibrant and extraordinary culinary experience at every occasion. Imagine the intimacy and attention to detail you'd receive if your...

Shopping

Forged by Hand, Fueled by Passion

The Art of Crafting with Intention
An Intimate Look Inside Buffalo Craft and the Rise of J. Fava Article by C.W. Sterling | Photography by Provided In a quiet corner of the jewelry world, something real is taking shape. It doesn't clamor for attention. It isn’t chasing trends. It’s built for those who value depth over dazzle. At Buffalo Craft, everything starts with one clear idea: if it’s not made with intention, it’s not worth making. That idea has carried founder Mark Farrell through...

Real Estate

Building Firefly

Inside the Vision, Craft, and Community Spirit Powering Middle Tennessee’s Most Thoughtful Community Article and Photography by Provided In the rolling hills of Maury County, where pastoral beauty meets a growing appetite for intentional living, something extraordinary is taking root. Firefly is more than a new neighborhood; it’s a redefinition of what it means to come home. Conceived by Mark Enderle and Mark Yarborough, partners at Storied Development, well-known for their success with The...

Arts + Culture

Legends In Harmony

The Doobie Brothers Bring Decades Of Music To FirstBank Amphitheater Article by Maria Dinoia | Photography by Provided After reuniting with Michael McDonald for a celebrated 50th anniversary tour in 2021, the Doobie Brothers’ longtime members Pat Simmons, Tom Johnston, and John McFee were feeling energized about their recent collaboration and decided they wanted to keep that momentum going. "We had a ball on the road for four years touring with Mike," says Johnston. "Everybody gets a kick out...

Travel

Charleston, SC Reimagined for Grown-Ups

Charm, Cuisine, and Curated Luxury Article by Athena West | Photography by Provided Grab your favorite travel partner (or go solo), leave the kids at home, and set your out-of-office reply. Charleston, South Carolina is calling. Known as “The Holy City,” Charleston is no stranger to charm, but it’s the grown-up, elevated experiences that make it a must for couples, girlfriend getaways, or anyone craving a curated escape. With centuries-old streets, world-class cuisine, boutique hotels, and...

Health + Wellness

Keep Calm and Comb On

How One Nashville Clinic is Making Lice Less Itchy Article by Joe West | Photography by Provided Let’s be honest: no one wakes up and says, “Today feels like a good day to deal with a lice outbreak!” But when the scratching starts and panic sets in, there’s one unlikely place in Middle Tennessee where families are actually...brace yourselves...relieved to be spending an afternoon. That place? Lice Clinics of America--Williamson County, where bug battles are fought with science, style, and...