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Cindy Hamblen Is Building Lifelong Bonds.
CNDY HAMBLEN has dreamed of having “special friends” since she was a little girl. But not just any friends — those who have differing abilities. For the last 45 years, Hamblen has been a special...
Janet Ivey-Duensing: How One Teacher Is Changing the Planet
“SCIENCE ISN’T just for the boys, Janet. It’s for the girls, too.” This simple statement made in 1978 by fifth-grade teacher Mrs. Ernestine Yarborough forever changed the trajectory of Janet...
Recipes: Fuel for Focus
RISE AND shine to breakfasts that fuel minds and bodies alike! Celebrate the power of wholesome, delicious meals to kickstart learning and energize young students. We’ll dish up recipes packed with...
Tressa Sanders Ignites the Young Minds of Jack Anderson Elementary School
IN THE bustling corridors of Jack Anderson Elementary (JAE), where young minds tinker, question, and dream, you’ll discover a guiding star — Principal Tressa Sanders. Sanders sparks curiosity,...
Local Company Helps Disabled Veteran
WHEN MUTUAL friends set Debi up with Fred Arend on a blind date almost two decades ago, it was love at first sight. The two were always inseparable, so what Fred did, Debi often did, too. But they...
Volunteer Drivers Connect Local Seniors Back to Their Community
FOR MANY aging adults, losing the ability to drive means becoming isolated from friends and community. It can be challenging to get out of the house regularly when you have to arrange for rides each...
Letter From the Editor: The Learning Curve
THE METAL beams tick, tick, tick with every inch the cart climbs to the top of the hill. The experienced thrill-seekers in the front cart raise their hands as the coaster inches toward the climax of...
Hiroko Holland: A Journey of Strength, Confidence, and Community
“STEP, STEP, and kick,” Hiroko Holland commands her students, her voice resonating across the studio. “Excellent form, now let’s do it again.” Holland, a former Japanese educator and current...
Letter From the Editor: Charity Spotlight
IN THE quiet corners around us, away from negativity, thrive the true heartbeats of our community — the local charities and the selfless individuals who support them. It’s in these spaces, often...
Sydney Clardy Is Hendersonville’s Young Archery Phenom.
SYDNEY CLARDY is a high school sophomore who saw her shot at something great and decided to take it. Now, she holds fifth place in the USA Archery team’s national rankings. To Clardy, her...
The Junior Service League of Hendersonville Serves Local Charities.
THE JUNIOR Service League (JSL) is proud to be one of many organizations that serve the Hendersonville community. While the league is only eight years old, its contribution to charities in Sumner...
Harmony for Hounds
SINGER-SONGWRITER AND multi-instrumentalist Donna Frost is busily promoting her 10th CD and wholeheartedly promoting the Humane Society of Sumner County (HSSC). Although Frost adores all animals, a...
Recipes: Nourishing Communities, One Casserole at a Time
THE ACT of preparing a homemade meal transcends the boundaries of sustenance; it becomes a gesture of empathy, a tangible expression of care that resonates deeply with those facing adversity. Amidst...
El Trompo Taco Shop
THIS LAID-BACK Mexican restaurant is a hidden gem in the heart of Hendersonville. Located in a small strip mall on Walton Ferry Road, its unassuming exterior gives way to a bright and lively main...
Vanderbilt’s Jameson Wharton Tackles Cancer With Charity Football Game
JAMESON WHARTON, a standout player for the Vanderbilt football team, is making an impact not just on the field but also in the lives of people battling cancer with his annual event, “Football for...
Grace Place Provides Help for Mothers and Children Experiencing Homelessness.
SOME SINGLE mothers work multiple jobs to keep their families afloat, but with housing and utility prices at an all-time high, child care costs mounting, and grocery prices steadily rising, many are...
Hendersonville’s Samaritan Center Supports Locals in Financial Distress.
THE HENDERSONVILLE Samaritan Center, part of the Samaritan Association, is a multi-pronged assistance center serving the community for six decades. The center offers crucial services to those in...
Letter From the Editor: From the Heart
IT'S HOLDING the door open for the person behind you. It's sending a sweet text when they cross your mind. It’s stopping by to say “hi” when they’ve had a bad day. Showing up and showing love is...
The Remarkable Journey of Jamie Clifton and Volunteer Equine Advocates
IN A setting where rolling hills merge into endless green pastures, a sanctuary for horses emerges. But this haven is more than just a refuge; it is a testament to a lifelong love affair with horses...
Eat Hendersonville Fights Restaurant Crisis
THE COVID epidemic caused immeasurable harm, including the economic fallout, with the restaurant sector taking some of the biggest hits. Amid 2020’s lockdown, restaurant veteran Mauricio Sanchez...
The Rise of ‘Women Supporting Women’ in Hendersonville
The power of community and friendship cannot be overstated in a world that often feels fast-paced and disconnected. Sheryl Kirkland, a vibrant resident of Hendersonville, recognized the profound...
Faith: Unleashing the Champion Within
IN THE vast arena of life, there is a paramount lesson that champions across all disciplines have learned: the significance of believing in oneself and casting aside the weight of others’ opinions....
Recipes: Savor the Sweetness of Love
IT’S TIME for embracing warmth, love, and the joy of sharing delicious meals with those closest to our hearts. As we endure the lingering winter days, here’s a selection of recipes filled with...
A Rising Country Star’s Heartfelt Mission to Honor the American Flag
DILLON CARMICHAEL, a rising country music artist, has embarked on a mission to spread patriotism and honor the American flag. “It just lights a fire in me and makes me want to be a better person,”...
393 Café: Mother-Daughter Team Serves up a Side of Kindness
THE OWNERS of 393 Café, Tanya McPherson and her mother, Nadine Simons, wholeheartedly believe, “Good food is all the sweeter when it’s shared with good friends.” For 25 years McPherson watched her...
Ameera Briefki’s Odyssey From War-Torn Iraq to the Tranquility of Tennessee
AT THE tender age of 19, Ameera Briefki embarked on a life-altering journey, fleeing the war-torn landscapes of Iraq with her Kurdish mother and siblings. “I was living from war to war, literally...
Letter From the Editor: Hometown Healing
THE FIRST sounds of life are screams and cries of joy. Oxygen fills little lungs for the first time. The lights above are bright. And the beeping machines from every corner of the room can be...
Reflecting on the Fourth Annual Pig Fest in October
OLD-FASHIONED PIG racing, toe-tapping performances by local and worldwide entertainers, competitive cornhole tournaments, and college football, all marinated together with the top barbecue cooks in...
Steele Magnolia Sanctuary: A Haven of Healing and Hope for Horses and Humans
SOME STORIES with a heart-breaking beginning turn into examples of love, grace, and miracles. One of those stories is Steele Magnolia Sanctuary, located in Robertson County, in Cedar Hill. The...
Healing Hearts and Smiles Around the World
IN THE bustling world of modern dentistry, where appointments and procedures fill the days, one Hendersonville dentist stands out for his incredible dedication to making a difference. Dr. Bill...
Recipes: Savor the Flavor of Well-Being
AS WE step into the new year, explore the tastes of hometown healing through recipes built around healthy ingredients. A soup loaded with healthy vegetables flavored with your favorite herbs hits...
Faith: Unleashing the Power of Endurance
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...
Community Strength Shines as Local Family Receives Love and Support Amidst Difficult Times.
AMID LIFE’S ordinary routines, a sudden cancer diagnosis can turn everything upside down. For The Bachman family, this reality hit hard when their 9-year-old son, Liam, was diagnosed with...
A Home Away From Home for Parents in Sumner County
NEENA SMITH felt hopeless. After losing both of her fallopian tubes following two tubal pregnancies, Smith thought she and her husband, Jonathon, would never birth a child of their own. Neena worked...
How One Hendersonville Doctor Is Making Primary Care Personal
WHILE MANY of her peers finished their residencies and signed lengthy contracts with hospitals across the country, Dr. Kym Moyer chose a different path. The physician at Magnolia Family Medicine has...
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...
Bobby Hayden Jr.’s New Album Chronicles His Inspiring Journey.
HE SPENT nearly 10 years on the streets of Los Angeles as a person with an addiction, but now Bobby Hayden Jr.’s Cardboard Box Ministries helps people across the United States find hope again. The...
The Synesthesia Sensation of Isaias Vargas
IN THE diverse world of music, some folks casually enjoy tunes, and then there are individuals like Isaias Vargas, whose connection with music transcends the ordinary. From the cumbia rhythm to the...
Annual Hendersonville HolidayFest
LYNDA EVJEN and a group of local business owners came together in 2007 with an idea to incorporate a Gingerbread competition into the annual Sumner County (SC) Christmas Parade. From those humble...
Rekindle the Flavors of Food and Family This Holiday Season.
ALONG WITH December’s hustle and bustle, our kitchens come alive with the spirit of the holidays. As friends and families gather, delightful treats take center stage, each dish a connection to...
Christmas 4 Kids Transforms Christmas Shopping Into a Magical Experience.
CHRISTMAS AND the holidays can be especially tough for families lacking resources. And it’s especially hard for underprivileged kids, who are often non-participants in the gift-giving and receiving....
Lori Bowling’s Journey of Courage and Strength
LORI BOWLING is a diligent business owner who not only runs a real estate company but also operates a transportation business that involves a limo and party bus. She’s not the sort of person to be...
Zachary Durbin’s Mission to Empower At-Risk Youth
IF YOU look at Zachary Durbin’s life today as a husband, father, and owner of a successful digital marketing firm, you don’t see the long journey that got him there or the kid who struggled with...
Letter From the Editor: Selfless
THE MERRIAM-WEBSTER dictionary defines the word selfless as “someone who has no concern for self, or unselfish.” As the world keeps turning, it may feel like selfless people are few and far between....
Gammon’s Market Connects Farmers, Artisans, and Customers
“LOCAL” MEANS everything to the people at Gammon’s Market. It has meant everything since the beginning. When owner Regina Gammon first moved to Hendersonville, she didn’t know where to shop to get...
Art Abounds at Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center
THE MONTHAVEN Arts and Cultural Center (MACC) in Hendersonville is renowned for its touring exhibitions. The center hosts six to eight exhibitions annually, often with collections from world-famous...
Faith: Just as You Are
FOR OVER 30 years, children’s television host Mister Rogers came into the homes of millions via our television sets and told us something we should never forget. “I like you just the way you...
Forget the Scales. Get Ready to Plan Your Holiday Parties and Dinners.
THANKSGIVING AND Christmas are getting closer, and it's time to plan for parties and get-togethers. Old standards served alongside new recipes on family buffets with family china, and finger foods...
Mr. Goodroof Continues to Support Families in Hendersonville
MR. GOODROOF has been a part of the Hendersonville community for years, providing residents with roofs, windows, gutters, and more. Alongside all those services, Mr. GoodRoof has been consistently...
The Gallerani Team Sponsors Therapy Dogs and More
THE BEST businesses are committed to the community and their customers, and Bernie Gallerani Real Estate is no exception. They regularly donate to organizations in Tennessee and beyond and have...
Jennifer Ramos – Overcoming Obstacles
MOST PEOPLE know Lili Bella’s Cakes and Coffee for their beautiful custom cakes and delicious homemade cinnamon rolls. Since opening their bakery in the cozy historical cottage on Shivel Drive, it...
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