by Jeriah Brumfield | Dec 13, 2024 | Stories
A house mother stepped out of her small cottage, clutching a book in her hand. It was warm outside, but what truly stirred the ground were the joyful shouts and the pattering of tiny feet. Children rushed toward her from every direction, eyes bright with expectancy....
by Jeriah Brumfield | Dec 13, 2024 | Stories
Catherine Stephens didn’t plan a career as a superintendent — it developed naturally, like a story she was meant to live. Early in the mornings, one could find her in the classroom, her smile growing as she watched students grasp and apply new concepts. The energy of...
by Jeriah Brumfield | Dec 13, 2024 | Stories
Lisa Marcrom’s fingers glided across her client’s tense muscles, a particular relaxation method that seemed to soothe the body and mind. The client’s crumpled brow started to soften as her hands moved with practiced precision. The tension in their shoulders...
by Jeriah Brumfield | Nov 9, 2024 | Feature
GRIEF IS a deeply personal and often misunderstood experience. Jack (Robert) Kennington’s career in grief recovery began as a profession and evolved into his calling. It’s a way to help others navigate the complex and often overwhelming emotions that come with loss....
by Jeriah Brumfield | Nov 9, 2024 | Stories
MIDDLE TENNESSEE represents new beginnings, summer vacations, or job relocations for some. But for many, it symbolizes history. Betty (Newman) Fraley, born in 1934 on Bradley’s Creek in Coffee County, was the youngest of seven children. The harsh realities of the...
