by Guest Writer | Jul 1, 2021 | Stories
IN 1917, someone requested a snack “as big as the moon.” A bakery in Chattanooga responded with the perfect combination of marshmallow, graham, and chocolate. They called it the MoonPie, and the response to it was out of this world. At 5 cents each, MoonPies were an...
by Guest Writer | Jul 1, 2021 | Stories
WELCOME DONALD Anthony to the City of Shelbyville team of movers and shakers. He will be the new Planning Director beginning in July. He graduated from the University of Memphis and has worked in our region for many years, including in the communities of Franklin,...
by Guest Writer | Jul 1, 2021 | Stories
ARCHIVES AND historic records aren’t only for people interested in genealogy and family history. Did you know that people who like to fish can use historic maps in archives to find the best fishing holes? Bedford County Archives stand ready to help anyone interested...
by Wesley Bryant | Jul 1, 2021 | Stories
THE SMELL of freshly cleaned hardwood floors fills the air. The bright fluorescent lights hum above the bleachers. The cool AC fights the stuffy hot air from cheering fans. The referees and umpires run up and down the court chasing the players. Dribble. Dribble....
by Guest Writer | Jul 1, 2021 | Stories
TEACHER AMANDA McBride was awarded a $5,000 grant from the TVA to support STEM (Science, Technology, Electronics, and Math) initiatives at Bedford Learning Academy (BCLA). She spoke to her students about their interests and stretched those dollars to provide a...
by Wesley Bryant | Jul 1, 2021 | Stories
EVERY GREAT American small town has a recognizable and historic square. But not every small town across America is like Shelbyville. In fact, this particular square has made an impact on small towns throughout the United States. When you think of a small town, the...
