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...
by Jeriah Brumfield | Nov 9, 2024 | Cover
LORNA MITCHELL stood and smiled warmly inside a small children’s home in Central Africa. The children enamored her with their warm, coffee-brown faces and cheerful spirits as radiant as the summer sun. Yet, behind those twinkling eyes were the striking realities of...
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 | Oct 12, 2024 | Cover
THE SIREN’S blare often signals a crisis — a moment when fear and vulnerability intersect. For those dealing with mental health challenges, this encounter can be particularly frightening. The thin blue line, meant to protect and serve, can sometimes exacerbate the...
by Jeriah Brumfield | Oct 12, 2024 | Feature
JUST AS the morning sun begins to rise over Tullahoma, Officer Derek Bowles laces up his boots, ready for another day on duty. Beside him, his loyal partner, Storm, a sleek Belgian Malinois, stands present and alert. Their bond is strong, and their movements are...
