Last week, legislation was presented that would make Tennessee the 19th state in the nation to enact a constitutional right to carry law. House Bill 786 upholds freedoms granted to law-abiding citizens in the U.S. Constitution, while also stiffening penalties for criminals who steal or illeg…

“I am glad you are here with me. Here at the end of all things, Sam.” — J.R.R. Tolkien, “The Return of the King”

Let’s go back in time.

There remains a growing disparity between teacher supply and demand in Tennessee. This is only likely to grow in the immediate future. With the pending retirement of experienced teachers and a shift in teacher longevity, many educators opt for briefer careers.

March kicked off the severe thunderstorm season in Tennessee, and we were reminded of it last Sunday night with the first tornado watch of the season in the Volunteer State.

On Feb. 8, Gov. Bill Lee gave his third state of the state address, during which he highlighted a number of spending items important to Tennessee citizens.

Sometimes you need to swim away from your familiar shore to have great experiences.

Frist Art Museum celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. In honor of the milestone, the museum has an extraordinary art exhibit from one of the most legendary artists of the last century.

When the novel coronavirus first began to spread across the United States, many self-proclaimed experts and pundits demanded that Americans “follow the science”— but the underlying message was clear: stop asking questions.

Middle Tennessee slipped and slid through the coldest February in 15 years.

The COVID-19 pandemic is causing many to be out of work and without financial means to take care of their families. People are still contacting me asking for assistance on how they can go about collecting unemployment benefits provided by the state. Teachers work hard to juggle between virtu…

“Tears are words that need to be written.” ― Paulo Coelho

Most of Tennessee continues to be locked into a bitterly cold winter pattern for the rest of the week ahead.

“Privileged groups seldom give up their privileges voluntarily.” —Martin Luther King Jr.

A snow system that moved through last Saturday night left 2 inches in parts of Rutherford County, 5 inches in the higher elevations of Cannon County and up to 7 inches in Fentress County, which made it the biggest snow there in the last 10 years. 

You have always heard people talk about a leap of faith, and all kinds of things conjure up in your head about what that means. Or what it looks like. Here is mine. It was a leap of faith I took 25 years ago last month that changed my life in every single way.

The Candle Loft offers its patrons the artisan experience of crafting and creating their own scented candles and beauty products. Owned and operated by Mindy and Eric Goodwin, the beautiful atmosphere welcomes you, as does the enticing aromas that envelop you as you walk through the door.

“Be music always. Keep changing the keys, tones, pitch, and volume of each of the songs you create along your life’s journey and play on.” ― Suzy Kassem

After a cold start to the week, temperatures will climb back above 50 degrees by Wednesday and it will stay mild through the remainder of the week.

“A thing is not necessarily true because a man dies for it.” ― Oscar Wilde

This is going to be a mild weather week across Middle Tennessee with high temperatures from the upper 40s to low 50s and you sure can’t beat that at this time of year.

State Representative Scott Cepicky frequently asks a compelling question: Why can’t Tennessee be the number one state in the nation for public education? Great question. Why can’t we be number one in education in the nation?

With soft lighting, beautiful atmosphere and a friendly staff to guide you on your journey into the realm of mead, Trazo Meadery offers its patrons an intoxicating experience all the way around.

Around last Monday’s national holiday celebrating the birth of Martin Luther King Jr., we pause to reflect on the life and legacy of the civil rights leader. He had a special insight and clarity, and many of the words he spoke more than six decades ago still inspire us today.

Hannah Viverett, known on TikTok as @hrviverettewent, went viral in November when she posted a video of her stalker breaking into her second-story apartment. Viverett was filming a video of herself dancing in her living room when her balcony door opened, and a man walked inside.