When we brought Gallatin Lifestyle to Gallatin in 2022, we saw it as more than just another local magazine—we saw it as a real mission for good. A mission to spotlight the heart of our community, to connect neighbors through storytelling and to champion the small businesses, creative minds and the leaders who make Gallatin such a special place to live, work and grow.
Each issue has been a love letter to the people and places that give this town its soul. From local grand openings to school celebrations, nonprofit milestones to creative endeavors, we’ve had the joy of highlighting the moments that matter most. We've walked alongside businesses and business owners through launches and anniversaries, shared stories that moved us to tears and celebrated the simple joys of community connection. Every photoshoot, profile and page created has carried a definite intention—and a whole lot of heart.
Personally, serving as the publisher of Gallatin Lifestyle has been one of the greatest privileges of my professional career. As someone who lives and works right here in Gallatin, I’ve never taken for granted the trust you’ve placed in me to share your stories. Thank you for welcoming this publication into your homes and hearts, for supporting our mission and for showing up for your neighbors in countless ways. You’ve made this journey more meaningful than words can express—and more fulfilling than I ever could have imagined!
Now, with my family preparing for an upcoming move and life leading us into a new chapter outside of Middle Tennessee, I share this update with a full heart — grateful, yet a bit bittersweet. While our personal zip code may be changing, my heart remains firmly rooted here. Gallatin will always be home—for my family and for the legacy we’ve built together.
That being said, I’m thrilled to announce that Gallatin Lifestyle will continue to move forward stronger than ever with a new local co-publisher who shares the same commitment to excellence, authenticity and community impact. This transition marks a beautiful evolution—not an ending, but a step forward. With fresh energy and a shared vision, we’re positioning ourselves to grow even stronger and serve Gallatin in more meaningful and impactful ways.
This change also reflects what Gallatin Lifestyle has always been about: collaboration and connection. As we continue to expand our reach and impact, having another passionate leader alongside me enables us to elevate further the voices, events and businesses that make this town shine brighter than ever before!
To our advertising partners—thank you for trusting us with your brands. You are the lifeblood of this publication and your success is our success. Let me say without hesitation: if it weren't for you, Gallatin Lifestyle would not be here. Supporting our community publication is always noticed and recognized and we continually thank you for doing just that—allowing us to exist as a beautiful tool and resource to our community. We remain deeply committed to delivering value through strategic exposure, meaningful storytelling and consistent top-of-mind awareness across all of our platforms.
To our readers, you are the heart of this magazine. Your support has meant everything. Every comment, message, like and share fuels our mission. We don’t take it lightly that we get to sit on your coffee tables, accompany you while shopping or inspire your next weekend outing.
And to Gallatin—we see you. We love you. And we’re so excited to continue showing up for you in new, exciting ways.
This next season is going to be incredible—and we can’t wait to bring you along for the ride!
-Nicole Bell