David Smith: Crossing the finish line

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. Most importantly, as he finally crossed the finish line, he felt the...
Tamela Hampton: Bringing style and heart home

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 speaks to your heart. Just a mile past Lowes in Tullahoma, Hampton...
Monica Blake-Beasley: Full circle service

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 local educator in Tullahoma, Blake-Beasley has walked through fire and...
C. Rick Vella: Rocky Trails and Storybook Tales

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, creating his own stories, characters, and worlds. Whether inspired...