The Rice Family: Loving people, always
“IN WHATEVER we’re doing, whether it’s at church, at home, our neighbors, ball, or whatever it may be, we just try to love on people,” Renea Rice said. And that goal captures the essence of the Rice...
Letter From the Editor
A FAMILY LOADS up their navy blue Jeep in Tennessee and takes a cross-country road trip. It’ll take several days to get to the Sequoia National Park in California. There may be hours when the Jeep...
Pastor Lee Brannon III: A heritage with heart
STUDENTS AT East Middle School in Tullahoma grin when they see Pastor Lee Brannon III in the halls. Brannon is East Middle School’s beloved school counselor. He is the pastor of Burning Bush...
David Smith: Crossing the finish line
SWEAT AND fatigue weighed upon David Smith as he dragged one foot ahead of the other, the goal within sight. His wife and children cheered as the distance between him and the target grew smaller....
Celebrating sweet strength: Water’s Edge Chocolates unveils empowering new line
WATER’S EDGE Chocolates in Tullahoma recently hosted a heartwarming community event to debut its brand-new “You Are” line of chocolate bars. This inspiring series centers around uplifting and...
Russell Barnett: The key to community
THE RUSSELL Barnett family has been in the automotive industry for 86 years, and their generosity and impact equally match their long-standing reputation of integrity in car sales in the community....
Lexie Heath: History and style meet at Yellow Tulip Design
WHEN LEXIE Heath first stepped inside the historic Daniel House at 206 E. Lincoln St., she felt its history settle around her — there was something undeniably special about the place. But nothing...
Letter From the Editor
WHEN YOU choose a locally owned business over a national chain, you’re not just spending your money, you’re planting it. And the roots of that investment reach deep. Every dollar counts, and it...
Jason and Lisa Wikoff: A taste of tradition
IN 1975, in Southern California, a humble sandwich shop opened its storefront doors, serving up hearty sandwiches and homemade sides to a growing crowd of loyal customers. Over the years, that shop...
Brianna Hale: Curating unforgettable community experiences
BRIANNA HALE always knew she wanted to run her own business — she just didn’t know what kind. With a degree in business, she initially started out making and selling home decor, but setting up for...
Dave Buckman: Hard work, heart, and a little mulch
DRIVE THROUGH Tullahoma’s neighborhoods, and the landscapes speak volumes. Some landscapes embrace the raw beauty of the Cumberland Plateau, with natural rock features and local greenery. Others...
Tamela Hampton: Bringing style and heart home
A DAINTY SILVER bracelet, a perfectly tailored dress, a scented candle that smells like home — every item at Hampton Creek Boutique carries its own unique meaning, inviting you to find a piece that...
Atticus Hensley: Building an artistic legacy
THE FIRST thing you notice when stepping into Tullahoma middle and high schools is the creativity — a nice blend of colors, movement, and melody coming from every corner. The gymnasium boasts...
Monica Blake-Beasley: Full circle service
MONICA BLAKE-BEASLEY’S story could be the script for the ultimate comeback — brimming with tough decisions, unexpected turns, and growth that didn’t come easy. As a former police officer and now a...
Myron Yoder: The classroom in the sky
FLYING FOR the first time is an experience like no other. Reluctant but optimistic, you step into a Cessna 172, a sleek, unassuming aircraft that promises freedom. Chief Flight Instructor Myron...
Anthony and Jessica Earhart: Faith fuels recovery
THERE’S A certain kind of light that shines on people who have walked through darkness and come out the other side. You can see it in Anthony and Jessica Earhart, the husband-and-wife duo behind...
Amy Sisk: Bringing history to life
IN A liberal arts classroom at Tullahoma High School, Amy Sisk stands at the front, animatedly telling stories of monarchs, revolutions, and lessons from history. She recites facts while bringing...
Letter From the Editor
A STUDENT IN our community today will walk the halls of Congress with a pinned American flag on their chest. A student in our community today will pray their knees still hold when their nerves get...
Andrea Parson: Empowering students socially, emotionally, & academically
ANDREA PARSON leaned in at a corner lunch table in Robert E. Lee Elementary’s cafeteria. Her genuine smile set the tone as students opened up about their day. Between bites of lunch, she helped them...
Jordan Ennis: Advocacy through connection
IN JULY 2005, Jordan Ennis and his family’s lives changed with an unexpected diagnosis. His father, Steve Ennis, whom everyone knew for his fortitude and encouraging words, had been struggling with...
Cheryl Rhoads: Every dog deserves a hero
SOMETIMES, THE seeds of a life’s calling are planted long before we recognize them. For Cheryl Rhoads, a life invested in animal welfare was written in the stars — or perhaps in the butter bowls she...
C. Rick Vella: Rocky Trails and Storybook Tales
DISCOVER HOW the beauty of Rutledge Falls became the perfect scene for Rick Vella’s children's book. From a young age, Vella’s mind was always in motion. It often traveled far from the classroom,...
Hope Nunley: A Vision in Motion
IN TULLAHOMA, painted murals brighten alleyways, sharing its history while offering a hopeful glimpse into the future. Welcoming storefronts invite neighbors and visitors to linger just a little...
Caleb McCall: A New Chapter of Faith
ON A warm summer afternoon, a group of volunteers from The Legacy Church gathered in the parking lot of an apartment complex just a stone’s throw from their new building. Church members unloaded...
Emily Raths: A Knockout Against Parkinson’s
GLOVES HIT punching bags, and their thuds infuse a large gym at FIT Beyond Therapy. The beat of tenacity bounces off the walls. Intensity and focus flow through the room, where Parkinson’s warriors...
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