by Jeriah Brumfield | Oct 12, 2024 | Feature
FROM THE early morning hours to the late-night calls, Russel Myers’ life revolves around the Coffee County Sheriff’s Department. His career began in jails, but his determination thrust him to the front lines. Since 2020, through persistent focus, he has climbed the...
by Jeriah Brumfield | Sep 13, 2024 | Stories
MAGGIE SMITH grew up on a family farm — a legacy tilled and nurtured by generations of women before her. This legacy imparted immense respect for the connection between nature and the food on our plates. Smith’s mother, four aunts, and uncle were raised on a dairy...
by Jeriah Brumfield | Sep 13, 2024 | Stories
SWEET CORN stalks, reaching for the sun, surrounded Adam Daugherty. Kneeling in the rich Coffee County soil, his hands, accustomed to the feel of masonry tools, held a cob. Daugherty didn’t see himself spending his childhood summers on a family farm, but a successful...
by Jeriah Brumfield | Sep 13, 2024 | Cover
MARK AND Carol McBride have nurtured McBride Angus Farms into a successful family operation rooted in faith, family, and sustainable agriculture. The couple has created a legacy that not only sustains their family but also enriches their community. Though both Mark...
by Jeriah Brumfield | Sep 13, 2024 | Feature
RENEE MATTHEWS stood captivated in the heart of her childhood home kitchen. The sweet smell of simmering fruit, destined to become red jams bubbling in copper pots on the stove, awakened her senses. Her mother patiently guided her hands, teaching her their family’s...
