More than fireworks & cookouts
Here are fun facts to challenge your players: Declaration of Independence: John Hancock’s was the first and only one on July Fourth. The remaining signatures were added over time,...
Juneteenth
“Freedom” enters the chatroom, and immediately it’s all, barbecued meat and who’s got the biggest bang of a firework show. While Independence Day is our nation’s designated time to pause and...
The Dream Maker
When Viktor Makela arrived in America from Finland, the Statue of Liberty welcomed him. He brought more than a few material possessions with him; he arrived with a heart filled with dreams. Makela...
Lights, camera, and Remodel
Maybe it's the pollen, but something about springtime creates an itch within us all to get busy. Whether it’s a simple task like cleaning out a cluttered closet or a more elaborate one such as...
Reuniting Wildlife
Did you know not everything you read on the internet is true? (Gasp!) We were shocked too. With the world at our fingertips, it’s become more than habit to pick up a phone, navigate to a search...
They Just Want to be Thanked
It's the year 2005. American families across the nation have spent the entire morning filling up coolers with ice and an assortment of drinks. There is a glorious spread of unhealthy snack foods on...
Food, Fireworks & Fun
We welcome a summer celebration more than ever, and Independence Day is the perfect time to gather for food, fun, fireworks, and flag-waving. There’s an event near you, so there’s no excuse for...
Prayers from Sea
At the beginning of this year, Russian President Vladimir Putin decided to “carry out a special military operation.” (1) In January, news channels all around the world flashed the same satellite...
On the grill: cooking up the good stuff
Hmmm aaaah. It smells like the weekend. Those grilled pineapple burgers will be lip-smacking, mouthwatering, and juicy down to the last bite. However, what lies on the grill is much more than your...
Celebrating those who impact
The annual Women Impacting the Community event was held on May 17, at the Lakewood Golf and Country Club. Hosted by the Tullahoma Area Chamber of Commerce (TACC), the event celebrated the success...
Freedom of fire
When I was a young buck, I decided if there was a rule, I was going to break it. There have been many distinct times in my life when I have felt suffocated by others’ control, expectations, or...
South Jackson Civic Center Celebrates Its Centennial.
It's not every day you turn 100. This year the building that houses the well- known and beloved South Jackson Civic Center (SJCC) will turn 100 years old. Since its construction in 1886 as a public...
Faith – Life Lessons on the Lawn
Have you ever given something away and later felt regret settle in? Last summer, I was push-mowing our grass. I thoroughly enjoy breaking a sweat and getting a little exercise while doing yard work....
Tims Ford Lake Inviting Water Recreation
Tims Ford Reservoir is 10,600 acres in South Central Tennessee, a major portion of which is located in Franklin County. The lake is considered one of the most picturesque in Tennessee. It’s regarded...
The Elk River Trout Are Calling.
Located below Tims Ford Dam, the Elk River is popular for panfish and trout fishing. The tailwaters below the dam are about 50 feet wide with gravel bars and intermittent deep pools. For...
Have You Seen What’s in the Backyard?
Right in our own backyard, we have access to one of the most di- verse ecosystems in the world. Henry Horton State Park (HHSP) neighbors the peaceful Duck River and is waiting to be explored. The...
A Duck River Float Will Carry You Away.
According to nature.org, the Duck River is one of the state’s most scenic waterways and North America’s most biologically diverse freshwater river. It is located entirely within the state of...
Floating Vacations on Local Water
Whether it’s relaxation or adventure you’re seeking, you don’t have to look far to find it. Middle Tennessee’s waterways will refresh and restore you. A lazy float with nature’s soundtrack of...
Letter From the Editor – Every Weekend Can Be a Vacation
Tennessee may not have sandy shores. We may not have Buckingham Palace sitting in our backyard. Vacation spots all around the world, from Big Ben to the Eiffel Tower, attract tourists from far and...
Bass Fishing Emerges as a Rising Sport Among Area Schools.
Forget your traditional school sport. Bass fishing has become one of the largest growing sports in schools across the country. Growing locally, is the Tullahoma Youth BASS Club (TYBC). The TYBC is...
When You Lose Your Life, You Find It. – This Lifelong Principle Has Shown True for 90-Year-Old John Hartin.
Most people tend to slow down as they climb upward in age. That is simply not the case for 90-year-old John Hartin. He is just as active, if not more engaged in our community than all of the...
The Family Food Ministry Runs on Faith.
It's payday, and you’ve written down your wages and itemized what has to come out. Water and electricity, rent or mortgage payment, car payment, gas, prescriptions, and groceries crowd out other...
South Jackson Civic Center Is a Community Asset.
South Jackson Civic Center is a hub of creative activity steeped in performing arts which Webster defines as “types of art (such as music, dance, or drama) performed for an audience.” The center is...
What Memorial Day Means to a War Veteran
An older gentleman living across the street shows himself peculiar in this world, addicted to speed and noise. Our world rushes and zips by, yet he stands unmoved and never in a hurry. The way he...
Jumping Into the Weekend Like…
Imagine yourself being launched forward while sitting inside a giant tin can.That’s exactly how I felt as we took off down the runway, except this tin can wasn’t full of wild-caught tuna. Instead,...
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