Ashley Abraham: Keeping communities connected

Ashley Abraham: Keeping communities connected

ASHLEY ABRAHAM started as the sole United Way director for three Tennessee counties in 2020, not realizing she would then navigate a pandemic while managing a large nonprofit. Five years later, the 38-year-old has merged with United Way of South Central Tennessee to...
Emma-Grace Weitzman: Returning to her roots

Emma-Grace Weitzman: Returning to her roots

EMMA-GRACE WEITZMAN wipes down the sleek counters at her luxury salon, Blended Hair Studio, while her partner and co-owner, Lexie Roles, checks the appointment calendar for the week. Pink throw pillows adorn the seating areas, and a Keurig machine stands ready to brew...
Jason Welch: The heart of a team

Jason Welch: The heart of a team

WHEN THE buzzer sounded, head coach Jason Welch grinned ear to ear as the Tullahoma Wildcats basketball players rushed onto the court, colliding in hugs, celebrating their punched ticket to the state championship and 32nd win of the 2025 season — the most in the...
Bob Callison: Creating a wrestling family

Bob Callison: Creating a wrestling family

THE TULLAHOMA High School Wrestling team has had a challenging and successful year, and their coach, Bob Callison, has been a pillar of support throughout it all. The 2024-25 year will be his second in Tullahoma, but Callison has over 30 years of coaching experience...
Rikki Tucker: Rebuilding life with purpose

Rikki Tucker: Rebuilding life with purpose

EVERY MORNING, before stepping into her day, Rikki Tucker stands in front of the mirror and reminds herself of something simple but powerful: “You got this. You can do this.” It’s more than a mantra. It’s the foundation of how she rebuilt a life once clouded by...
Winston Brooks: Ambassador to the community

Winston Brooks: Ambassador to the community

ROWS AND rows of trees separate Arnold Air Force Base from the public areas of Tullahoma for safety and national security reasons. Still, this essential barrier disconnects the base and the local community. Colonel Mizell, commander of Arnold Engineering Development...