Two Passionate Visionaries Rekindle Winchester’s Christmas Tradition.
RICKY TIPPS and Montana Medina’s childhoods were highlighted by the town’s treasured tree-lighting event and other festive traditions during the holiday season. However, as time passed, this beloved...
Santa Comes to Town Event Promotes a Season of Giving in Franklin County.
THE HOLIDAY season is a time of giving, sharing, and coming together as a community. The unifying Santa Comes to Town event in historic downtown Winchester strengthens this sentiment. At the...
A Journey to Illuminate Hearts Beyond the Holidays
IN THE heartwarming Winchester community and beyond, one luminous gem shines with brilliance – Pam Peck. Her presence is a treasured blessing, an embodiment of love itself. Pam is a cherished wife,...
Letter From the Editor: Experience the Good This Holiday Season
LIKE THE cozy warmth of a heated blanket, Good News and the holidays are in the air once again. The season of festive lights, crackling fireplaces, and familiar carols is upon us, inviting a sense...
Belvidere Volunteer Fire Department’s Annual Fish Fry Celebrates Community and Tradition.
THE BELVIDERE Volunteer Fire Department has been a pillar of strength and support for its residents for many years. While their daily sacrifices to ensure neighbors’ safety and well-being are...
Anita Soluna’s Selfless Service in Peru
IN THE beautiful country of Peru, the air was thick with humidity, and the scent of rich earth and vibrant flora filled the senses. Towering trees draped in emerald greens formed a great canopy...
Letter From the Editor: Saluting Our Local Heroes
WE ENCOUNTER unsung heroes who walk among us without recognition. They may not be wearing a cape and a mask, but they’re a hero regardless. Their unwavering commitment to service and sacrifice makes...
How Bradd Holden Found Healing and Inspiration Through Creativity
TO KNOW him is to love him. Mr. Bradd Holden is a man with a heart of gold who has stolen the hearts of everyone at Elk River Health and Nursing Center in Winchester. This warm and welcoming...
Lamar Howard – Local Police Officer Promotes an Engaging and Thriving Community
IN THE heart of the beautiful city of Winchester is a heroic figure quietly working to protect and serve — police officer Lamar Howard. With a strong sense of duty and a warm, inviting spirit,...
Ryan Fuller – A Second-Generation Hero Continues His Father’s Legacy to Create Camaraderie in the Community.
MEET RYAN FULLER, a second-generation hero who has dedicated his life to safeguarding the Winchester community as a proud member of the Winchester Police Department. Born and raised in this...
In Other News
Refreshing Lemonade Stand Serves Double Purpose for Foster Care Fundraising Visitors and staff at Franklin County Courthouse enjoyed a refreshing lemonade stand that served a dual purpose: to raise...
Megan Lingerfelt Shares South Cumberland’s Rich History Through Her Awe-Inspiring Mural Creation.
IN A display of artistic brilliance and community engagement, artist Megan Lingerfelt has concluded an extraordinary six-day endeavor in Grundy County, leaving behind Tracy City’s first magnificent...
Letter From the Editor: A Breath of Fresh Air
NOTHING EXCITES me more than the idea of autumn. The trees are beautiful and never fail to take your breath away and then give it back to you. The perfect Saturday is a cool breeze coming in from...
Lyndi and Darrin’s Mission to Make Franklin County Feel Like Home.
BEAN ACRES Farm Camp, bordering Tims Ford Lake, located on 48 acres of family-owned farmland in Franklin County, has become a cherished haven for children over the past four years. Lyndi Bean and...
Five Generations Strong: A Journey Rooted in Franklin County’s Agricultural Heritage
STEP ONTO the vibrant and historic grounds of the Woodall Family Farm in Decherd, and immerse yourself in a history deeply rooted in agriculture. The Woodalls have birthed passionate agricultural...
South Cumberland Farmers Market’s Online Hub Cultivates Quality and Community.
IN ATHENS, Georgia, a passionate advocate of local farmers breathed life into an innovative software that revolutionized connections with nearby growers. Locally Grown emerged as a beacon of hope,...
Granddaddy’s Farm Welcomes All Ages to Come and Enjoy the Fall Season.
FALL IS an exciting time around these parts. Its arrival brings a sense of warmth, comfort, and joy, with many things to look forward to during the season. High school and college football are...
Recipes: Fall Brings Sweet Treats and Savory Favorites
AUTUMN BRINGS a bounty of delicious foods to enjoy as the weather cools down. From sweet to savory, there are plenty of flavors to savor during the fall season. Nothing quite beats a warm apple...
How Kelly Master Built a Thriving Salon Business
"BE THE person you’d want to see if you were looking through someone else’s eyes,” said Kelly Master, the local entrepreneurial inspiration who owns Hair Candy and Simply Be Youtiful. Hair Candy is...
Letter From the Editor: Chasing Dreams, Creating Legends
OUR HOMETOWN sports is not simply a spectacle of athletic prowess; it is a celebration of the human spirit — an embodiment of the unwavering bond that emerges when we come together to support our...
Meet Casey Jackson, a Multitasking Volunteer Who Leaves a Lasting Impact on Young Athletes.
IF YOU are involved in the Franklin County Soccer Association, you have to know Casey Jackson — after all, he has been refereeing in the league since he was 12. As president of the board of...
DJ Taylor’s Exceptional Talent and Relentless Drive Paved the Way for Incredible Opportunities.
PICTURE YOURSELF in a football uniform. Picture yourself standing in the middle of a high school football field in Tennessee on a Friday afternoon in the fall. There is noise coming from everywhere....
Kent Bean Teaches Lessons on and off the Field
HAVE YOU ever found an activity or sport that just fits? Do you feel like you are just where you are meant to be when doing that thing? Do you feel electrified and excited by the thought of it? Kent...
“In Other News”
Artisan Depot becomes pollinator garden MAYOR MARK Ledbetter announced that the Artisan Depot Gallery’s pollinator garden, featuring Karen Ingle’s mural, is now a certified Monarch Way Station....
Recipes: Touchdown Favorites
IT’S THAT time of year again when friends gather, jerseys are donned, and anticipation fills the air. Whether you’re an avid sports fan or simply enjoy the camaraderie, there’s one thing that can...
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