by Guest Writer | Jun 1, 2022 | Shelbyville, Stories
Right in our own backyard, we have access to one of the most di- verse ecosystems in the world. Henry Horton State Park (HHSP) neighbors the peaceful Duck River and is waiting to be explored. The park, built in the 1960s, has a variety of activities for visitors to...
by Wesley Bryant | Jun 1, 2022 | Shelbyville, Stories
TENNESSEE MAY not have sandy shores. We may not have Buckingham Palace sitting in our backyard. Vacation spots all around the world, from Big Ben to the Eiffel Tower, attract tourists from far and wide. Every corner of the Earth is always pulling, offering a place to...
by Guest Writer | Jun 1, 2022 | Shelbyville, Stories
SPANNING 284 miles long, with 87 miles landing in Bedford County, the famous Duck River is where visitors and locals alike enjoy fishing, family picnics, and kayaking, among many other activities. According to Executive Director of Tennessee Duck River Development...
by Guest Writer | Jun 1, 2022 | Shelbyville, Stories
ROOTED IN African American History, Uncle Nearest Distillery is more than a place for tourists to try new drinks; it is a historical monument and reminder of an incredible moment when a skilled man left a lasting legacy for generations to come. Nathan “Nearest” Green...
by Guest Writer | Jun 1, 2022 | Shelbyville, Stories
NINETEEN HIGH school seniors from Bedford County Youth Leadership visited the state Capitol on their annual State Government Day trip on Wednesday, March 16, 2022. The purpose of the trip was to expose the youth, participating in youth leadership, to what it’s like to...
by Guest Writer | Jun 1, 2022 | Shelbyville, Stories
THE SHELBYVILLE-BEDFORD Partnership recruits new industries and businesses to Shelbyville and Bedford County, but the Partnership also has a robust program to retain and expand existing businesses. The Partnership recognizes the vital role each company plays in the...