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,”...
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: 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...
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...
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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