Elk River Health: Supporting students through scholarships
REBECCA HOWARD began working at Elk River Health and Nursing Center of Fayetteville as a housekeeping aide at 17. When she learned the facility offered CNA classes, she signed up, earned her...
Amie O’Neal: Peace in a storm
AMIE O’NEAL was born and raised in Lincoln County. She and her husband, Matt, graduated from Lincoln County High School, attended Middle Tennessee State University together, and then came back to...
Tom and Lindsay Monks: The Little Farm family
THE LITTLE Farm, located at 228 McDougal Rd. in Fayetteville, runs on family. Tom and Lindsay Monks have cultivated a beautiful space for farming and family connection on the land that Tom’s father,...
Sophie Buck and family: Faith and dreams
SOPHIE BUCK let the small paintbrush glide across the tiny palette, blending lush green hues with turquoise blues to capture the Cantabrian Sea on a perfect Easter morning in Spain. Sophie, one of...
Slawburger Festival: Celebrating Fayetteville’s signature dish
THE ANNUAL Slawburger Festival, presented by Fayetteville Main Street, draws families and visitors from across the Southeast for a day of distinctive Southern food, live music, and community...
Camp Blount: History comes alive
Step back in time this summer and discover the deep roots of the local heritage. On June 27, the Camp Blount Historic Site Association will invite neighbors and visitors alike to the Joseph Greer...
Spray’s Jewelers: Crafted for a lifetime
For decades, Spray’s Jewelers has served the Fayetteville community, establishing a reputation that extends far beyond the initial purchase of a gemstone. While many retailers focus solely on the...
Letter From the Editor
THE SCREEN door clicks shut with a familiar rattle. The backpack makes a heavy thud when it hits the floor. It’s the smell of a roast that’s been simmering all afternoon, garlic and slow-cooked...
Motlow State Community College: Boosting regional healthcare education
Motlow State Community College announced it will begin delivering high-quality learning for surgical technology fields starting in the fall 2026 semester. The new academic program is designed to...
Elk River Trading Co.: Helping Fayetteville save money
When budgets are tight, it’s easy to feel the pressure of having to settle for something less. But Elk River Trading Co. is changing that, making sure everyone in Fayetteville and the surrounding...
Lincoln County Election Commission: Empowering the local vote
The Lincoln County Election Commission is preparing for an election cycle that will reshape local governance, with all 24 county commission seats and five school board positions on the upcoming...
Exchange Holiday Cookbook: How to submit your recipe and get published
Exchange Media Group is calling on home cooks throughout Middle Tennessee to share their favorite seasonal flavors for the upcoming Holiday Cookbook. This local tradition, managed by the...
Bradford Appliance: Upgrade with Maytag
Homeowners looking to modernize their kitchens and laundry rooms have a significant opportunity to save this month as Bradford Appliance joins the nationwide "May is Maytag Month" celebration. The...
Taylor Howell: Faith, fashion, and finding her footing
AS A high school senior, Taylor Howell worked at Proverbs on the square, folding sweaters, steaming blouses, and watching customers light up when they found the right piece. Somewhere between the...
Tina Osgood: Cultivating kindness at Ivy Wreath
IVY WREATH Florist and Gifts has long been known for beautiful arrangements and thoughtful gifts, but owner Tina Osgood believes flowers are about more than appearances. “The beauty of flowers...
Fayetteville Public Utilities: The essential work
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Kathy Turner: Scooping sweetness by the bag
WHAT BEGAN as a flea market habit off a Florida highway has become a thriving Lincoln County candy destination built on faith, family, and hand-bagged goodness. Kathy and Todd Turner were once sunny...
Thumper Pigg: Crafting cabinets and cultivating character
THUMPER PIGG will tell you up front: “I’m old and hard of hearing.” He says it with a grin — the kind that signals both humor and humility. He was, as he puts it, “raised in a shop with my dad,” and...
Phillip Small: Returning home to an 80-year legacy
AFTER TWO decades in Florida education and athletics, a third-generation leader steps into his family’s oil business with gratitude and growth in mind. Small & Small Oil began in 1947, when...
Goodwill Ball: Rolling the dice for the arts
THE FAYETTEVILLE-LINCOLN County Arts Center rolled out the red carpet once again for its fifth annual Goodwill Ball — and this year the event was bigger, bolder, and more high-energy than ever. Held...
Letter From the Editor
WHEN YOU choose a locally owned business over a national chain, you’re not just spending your money, you’re planting it. And the roots of that investment reach deep. Every dollar counts, and it...
Lincoln Farmers Co-op: Keeping neighbors moving
The Lincoln Farmers Co-op serves as a pillar of the Fayetteville community, extending its reach far beyond agricultural supplies through its dedicated Car Care and Tire Center. Located at 1205...
Powerhouse Plumbing Pros: Answering community questions
Members of the Powerhouse Plumbing Pros team traded their pipe wrenches for festival fans in April, connecting with the local community during the annual Slawburger Festival in downtown...
Motlow State Community College: Four new career-ready programs
Motlow State Community College is expanding its academic footprint at the Fayetteville campus, introducing four high-demand programs designed to provide students with career-ready skills. The...
Elk River Chiropractic: How to avoid leaky gut syndrome
Leaky gut syndrome, clinically recognized as increased intestinal permeability, occurs when the lining of the small intestine becomes compromised. In a healthy digestive system, this lining serves...
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