by Jeriah Brumfield | Apr 1, 2025 | Stories
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 — many in their 40s to 90s — push their limits with every punch. To an...
by Jeriah Brumfield | Feb 26, 2025 | Feature
It’s 4 a.m., and the world around him is still asleep. The only sounds are the soft rush of his breath and the steady pounding of his feet on the pavement. The crisp morning air fills his lungs, pushing him forward with each step. He doesn’t rely on music or...
by Jeriah Brumfield | Feb 26, 2025 | Feature
Clay and Ellen Pogue sat at the kitchen table, sharing a meal with their family — a moment they cherished each evening since their family was formed. Across from them sat two young boys with a look of curiosity and cautious hope on their faces as they tried to make...
by Jeriah Brumfield | Feb 26, 2025 | Stories
When you walk through the doors of Blessed Forever Aesthetics in Tullahoma, you’re stepping into Shannon Cole’s world. Every detail, from the calming colors on the walls to the gentle sound of soothing music, invites you into instant tranquility. The walls are...
by Jeriah Brumfield | Feb 26, 2025 | Stories
It’s Monday evening in Tullahoma, and the gym at Grace Baptist Church is full of life. The lights are low, the disco ball is spinning, and the room resounds with upbeat music as women of all ages gather for their weekly REFIT workout. Leading the group is Lea Hibdon —...
