Kaleob Ashley Used Roadblocks as Building Blocks to Live the Life of His Dreams.
KALEOB ASHLEY learned about the power of faith and perseverance at an early age. The 23-year-old Airbnb owner, coach, real estate investor, minister, and Huntland alum earned his undergraduate...
The Sound Event at First Baptist Church in Estill Springs
THE SOUND of music fills the air as the audience closes their eyes and lifts their hands, lost in the moment. Christian music concerts offer an unparalleled experience that touches the soul and...
The Thompson Family Legacy Continues.
THOMPSON APPALACHIAN Hardwoods began in 1993 with “a vision and a prayer” that would stretch beyond three decades. The reputable family business began with Nordeck Thompson’s decision to branch out...
Explore the Musical Roots and Evolution of Self-Taught Musician Zachary Brooks, From Drumming Pots to Winning Hearts.
GOD GAVE him the gift of music. Zachary Brooks spent his high school years performing music he created, using live instruments like the piano, drums, and sounds that captivated his audience. ...
Letter From The Editor – Your Local Summer Guide
THE AIR is thick and heavy, like a woolen blanket draped over the landscape. The sun blazes down, casting a golden glow over the world below. The grass is tall and green, swaying in the breeze like...
Foster Grandparent Program Sends Seniors Back to School.
AH, RETIREMENT! We dream about it, save for it, and imagine how we’ll fill our days. While many seniors and retirees find countless ways to spend their time, others discover extra time on their...
Recipes: Flavor the Day With Backyard Grilling.
THE BREEZE carries a hickory-smoked aroma from the nearby grill throughout the backyard as the family laughs and catches up in the early summer sunshine. It’s Dad’s day, but any excuse to get...
Faith: “I Got You, Girl.”
IT IS the best of times; it is (sometimes) the worst of times. I have three children, ages 16, 12, and 5. It’s not lost on me how fast they grow. Now, with a child who is nearing 18, it really does...
Coordinator Pippa Browne Discusses Upcoming Events at the Artisan Depot.
ART INVITES us into a space of creativity, purpose, self-expression, and fulfillment. Step into a world of originality, wonder, and diversity at the Franklin County Arts Guild’s exhibition space,...
Sunset Boat Tours and Tims Ford State Park Activities Heat up for Summer.
THE DESIRE to connect with nature remains strong amidst a world dominated by technology. Visitors flock to Tims Ford State Park in search of a unique outdoor experience full of rich history and...
Lisa Clark Discusses the Importance of Participating in Local Parks and Recreation Activities.
YOU AND your family decide to get out and enjoy an excellent summer weekend camping, boating, and fishing at Winchester Parks and Recreation. Upon entering the building, the skilled aquatics...
Musician Ashley Brooks’ Journey to Inspire and Uplift Her Community Through the Power of Music
AN ARTIST with a smooth, soulful sound and angelic voice, Ashley Brooks is a singer, songwriter, and musician originally from Winchester who loves performing various genres of music. She uses her...
Area Activities Welcome Families to Make the Most of Summer.
FINDING SOMETHING the whole family can do during the summer can be challenging. The beach is too crowded, and the amusement parks are too far away. And both can be astronomically expensive. You are...
Explore Summer’s Invitation to Escape and Explore.
SUMMER’S NOT just for outdoors! Fellowship with friends and family while experiencing our area’s best arts and entertainment, indoors and out. Don’t forget the fireworks, but there’s more than...
Get Ready for a Musical Rendezvous This Summer.
SUMMER IS a season of warmth, joy, and fun. It is a time when people get together to enjoy the outdoors, dance to great music, and make unforgettable memories. Summer music festivals are a perfect...
Franklin County Chamber of Commerce Is Gearing Up for This Year’s Annual Poker Run on the Lake.
IT IS that time of the year again when the Franklin County Chamber of Commerce and hundreds of community members prepare for another Poker Run event on Tims Ford Lake, scheduled for June 10....
Recipes – Nothing Tastes Like Mama’s Cooking.
EVER CATCH the aroma of a memory? You know the one — your mama’s Sunday pot roast, fried onions and potatoes, chocolate chip cookies, or cinnamon rolls? We do our best to recreate them for our...
Letter From the Editor – The Impact of ‘Shop Local’
THE ECONOMIC Policy Institute reports that for every dollar spent at a locally owned business, 68 cents of it stays in the local economy. Compare this to 32 cents staying in a local community when...
Faith – Dare to Finish the Race
STAR OLYMPIAN Usain Bolt is known as the fastest man in the world, and his reputation was cemented when he won the gold medal in the 100-meter race at the 2008 Beijing Olympics and 2012 London...
Local Author Brigid Murphy Stewart and Illustrator Cheryl Lankhaar Share Children’s Book.
WINCHESTER AUTHOR Brigid Murphy Stewart and her friend and illustrator from Monteagle, Cheryl Lankhaar, have written and illustrated the children’s book “The Monteagle Assembly, Kinsley’s Story.”...
Through the Cowan Commercial Club, Jarod Pearson Creates Generations of Civic-Minded Leaders.
PRESIDENT OF the Railroad Museum and Cowan Commercial Club Jarod Pearson is a seventh-generation resident of Franklin County and a member of the Cowan Community. He joined the Railroad Museum and...
Doug & Amy Garrett Turn Pain Into Purpose.
DOUG AND Amy Garrett’s love for each other has spanned 27 years as of this past February, but the one thing that unites them more than anything else is their daughter, Bethany. After losing her to...
Janice Summer Dustin Discusses Her Journey as a Mother and Small-Business Owner.
IN RECENT years, there has been a significant increase in the number of women entrepreneurs. According to a report by American Express, the number of women-owned businesses in the United States...
An Inside Look Into Penny Brown’s Journey as a New Bakery Owner.
IT HAS been said that being a baker takes a great deal of creativity, patience, and an outstanding work ethic. Skilled bakers put their heart and soul into every creation, crafting unique dishes...
The Story Behind the McEwan Family’s High Score Arcade.
JIM AND Andrea McEwan, the proud new owners of High Score Arcade, moved to Winchester with their family just three years ago. And in that time, they've made quite a name for themselves in the local...
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