Food + Beverage

Mood Food

Eating To Boost Happiness, Calm, And Everyday Energy Article and Photography by Provided We’ve all had days when a cozy bowl of something comforting seems to turn everything around or when a sugary snack makes us feel great for ten minutes and then completely drained. While we often think of food in terms of calories or flavor, emerging research confirms something most of us have known intuitively: what we eat can dramatically influence how we feel. “Food and mood are deeply connected,” says...

Arts + Culture

Painting the Sound: How Roy Laws Turns Music into Art

Article by Athena West | Photography by Provided In a city where creativity and community intertwine, Franklin artist Roy Laws has become known for painting the soundtrack of local life. His bold, expressive works pulse with the rhythm of live music and the soul of the South, making him a standout figure in the region’s thriving art and music scene. Whether performing live alongside musicians or capturing the emotion of a song in color and texture, Laws turns every canvas into a visual...

Health + Wellness

Turning New Year’s Resolutions into Reality

Williamson Health Offers Resources to Support Your 2026 Health and Wellness Goals Article and Photography by Williamson Health The beginning of a new year calls for fresh starts and resolutions focused on personal growth and well-being. But goals that start with good intentions can easily begin to feel overwhelming and unattainable without the proper plan. Having trusted experts by your side can make all the difference in turning resolutions into lasting lifestyle changes. If better health is...

Local Services

The Heart of Franklin’s Pet Community

Inside Williamson County Animal Hospital Article and Photography by Provided Walk into Williamson County Animal Hospital on any given day and you can feel it immediately, that easy, familiar energy that comes from a place that has been part of the community for nearly fifty years. Since 1975, the clinic has been caring for Franklin’s pets and the people who love them, long before the town became the busy, fast-growing place it is today. Their history is something the team is genuinely proud...

Travel

Where Stillness Finds You

Meet the Visionaries Defining Quiet Luxury in the Tennessee Mountains Article by Provided | Photography by King Marketer Stillness is something most people chase but rarely catch, which is why Kevin and Amalia Logan built a retreat where stillness comes looking for you. North Star Nature Suites™, an intimate and design driven couples retreat in the Tennessee mountains, was founded in 2024 with a clear mission. The Logans envisioned a property that blended the restorative grounding of nature...

Health + Wellness

A Calculated Leap of Faith

Lacey Grace Aesthetics Takes Root in Grassland Article by Maureen Sharp | Photography by Provided Starting a new business is often described as a leap of faith, but for Lacey Steih, owner of Lacey Grace Aesthetics, it felt more like stepping onto a path paved by long-held intentions. Steih, a licensed aesthetician who has lived in the area for two decades, recently launched her independent studio within the supportive environment of Salon Suites of Grassland , bringing a unique blend of...

Life + Culture

Get To Know Kara Lewis

The Storytelling Heart Behind The Camera Article by Maria Dinoia | Photography by Provided In this digital world overflowing with content, few creators stand out for their sincerity, intention, and heart. Videographer, storyteller, and viral influencer Kara Lewis has earned millions of followers by actually listening to people whose stories often go unheard. Her journey from a homeschooled California kid to a Nashville-based filmmaker impacting lives nationwide is anything but traditional...

Local Services

Paws & Purpose

Inside the Heart of Fluff & Boots Article by Maria Dinoia | Photography by Provided To celebrate the brand’s first year, and its growing impact, we sat down with owner and local entrepreneur Ashley O'Bryan to talk inspiration, community, and the “pawesome” purpose behind Fluff & Boots. What inspired you to start Fluff & Boots? My first inspiration was the challenge of finding high-quality, cohesive lifestyle products for my own cats that were functional, comfortable, and aesthetically...

Arts + Culture

Hunter McVey Steps Into The Spotlight

The Emerging Actor Is Bringing Fresh Energy To TV's High Stakes Drama 9-1-1: Nashville Article by Maria Dinoia | Photography by Provided For most actors, the road to landing a major network role is a long and winding one, and often filled with rejection. But for newcomer Hunter McVey, the journey to 9-1-1: Nashville moved at lightning speed, mirroring the adrenaline-fueled intensity of the series itself. The Franklin-born actor had barely wrapped his first audition tape when his entire life...

Travel

Chattanooga's Ruby Falls

What's New In 2026 Article by Maria Dinoia | Photography by Courtesy of Ruby Falls Just a short 2-1/2 hour-drive from Franklin, Chattanooga offers the perfect blend of adventure, natural beauty, and family-friendly fun, making it an ideal weekend escape. One of its most iconic attractions, Ruby Falls, takes visitors on a journey deep inside Lookout Mountain to witness this breathtaking underground waterfall. Being practically in Franklin's backyard, you've likely visited this little gem. But...