by Guest Writer | May 1, 2022 | Stories
IN 2021, Bell Buckle was named the South’s best small town by Southern Living magazine; what an honor for this quaint town in Bedford County, Tennessee to receive! According to Southern Living’s media kit from 2021, the magazine has a print reach of well over 16...
by Guest Writer | May 1, 2022 | Cover
ABANDONED ANIMALS may not understand human language, but the heart of their guardian, Diane Forbes, is no secret to them. Tireless in her efforts to protect them, Forbes’ life is one of service to area dogs, cats, horses, and a few unusual animals that have crossed...
by Guest Writer | May 1, 2022 | Feature
A VOLUNTEER IN all of life’s seasons, Shelbyville’s Kay Bartley has lived a life of service. From her early days of marriage to the present, Bartley has covered a lot of ground. She has sown many seeds. During college, Bartley met her husband, Randall (“Bart”), while...
by Guest Writer | May 1, 2022 | Feature
BEFORE THE door closes behind you, the greetings near the counter meet you. And if you’re a regular, your table’s already set with your drink order. Only once will lifelong Bedford County resident Shelley Gann be a stranger to you. Her customers are more than...
by Guest Writer | May 1, 2022 | Stories
I’VE BEEN very excited to get to Ruth’s Kitchen and try her food. When the announcement broke on Facebook, Shelbyville responded with such enthusiasm, and it shows. At 9:40 a.m. the place was packed full of customers with only a few parking spots in sight. Luckily I...
