Food + Beverage

Have A Cup of Cheer

Serving Two Towns, One Cup At A Time, White Shepherd Brings A Warm Family Welcome. Article by Morgan Raum | Photography by Tatiana Maximova White Shepherd Coffee is more than a place to grab a latte; it’s a new chapter for Adam and Kristi Sturgeon as they build community one cup at a time. What began as a mobile coffee trailer quickly grew into something bigger. Locals kept returning, not just for drinks, but for the sense of connection. Within a year of making the move to Spring Hill from...

Local Services

All Spruced Up

Bring Holiday Magic Home By Visiting One Of Our Local Christmas Tree Farms Article by Morgan Raum From the smell of pine to the joys of decorating with loved ones, finding the perfect Christmas tree is a beloved tradition for many. Around Thompson’s Station, the holiday spirit shines bright at local tree farms. Take a drive, sip hot cocoa, and enjoy the season as we have curated a round-up of some of the best places to find your perfect tree.   Boy Scout Troop 16 Christmas Tree Lot, ...

Health + Wellness

Healthy Travels, Happy Holidays

Williamson Health and Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee provides community healthcare. Article and Photography by Provided by Williamson Health As the holidays approach, many of us are fortunate to welcome friends and family traveling to our special part of Middle Tennessee. But once they arrive, you shouldn't have to travel further to find high-quality medical care. At Williamson Health and Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee, they understand the value of quality time with loved ones...

Local Services

The Season of Giving

A Look Inside Local Nonprofit, The Well Outreach, And Their Dedication To Provide Hope And End Hunger Article by Stacey Barrett | Photography by Provided by The Well Outreach The Well Outreach, based in Spring Hill, was designed to inspire neighbors and bring hope to people all over. What started as a neighborhood pantry quickly grew into one of Middle Tennessee’s most effective, joyful engines of community care. Providing food for the hungry in our community, The Well Outreach fully...

Shopping

Holiday Gift Guide

Give Joy And Shop Local This Holiday Season With Thompson’s Station’s Handpicked Local Gift Guide. Article by Morgan Raum | Photography by Provided Gifts for Him: Marshall - Willen II Portable Speaker , $129 Smith & York - The Monticello Fine Leather Desk Valet Caddy Tray , $59 Mission Cigar , Prices vary Drake Waterfowl - Tennessee Three End Hoodie , $89.99 White’s Mercantile - Americans – Beautiful Machines Table Book , $90 Ray-Ban - RB4376 , $176 Southern Exposure, ...

Local Services

Change The Stars

Jeff Ponchillia, Founder of Change The Stars, Speaks On Their Mission And Inspiration Behind The Nonprofit Designed To Change Lives Article by Morgan Raum | Photography by Change The Stars, John Fletcher Thompson’s Station resident Jeff Ponchillia is the founder of Change The Stars, a nonprofit dedicated to transforming the lives of children in Haiti who are trapped in the grip of poverty. With a holistic approach, their organization aims to bring positive change by establishing an orphanage...

Food + Beverage

Slice of Community

Tanya Prifitera, Owner of Frankie's Pizza & Grill, Shares The Story Behind The Local Favorite. Article by Morgan Raum | Photography by Stacey Barrett Tanya Prifitera is well-versed in the restaurant industry; long before opening Frankie’s Pizza & Grill in Spring Hill thirteen years ago, the Connecticut native was immersed in the business by working at her parents’ pizza shop, Naples. Located in New Haven on Yale University’s campus, the joint had seen some of Hollywood's biggest stars - some...

Professional Services

All Smiles This Season

A Festive Q+A With Orthodontist, Dr. Wes Article by Morgan Raum | Photography by Sierra Bailey The holiday season is all about sharing smiles with the ones you love — what role do you believe a healthy, confident smile can play in gatherings?   We smile more when we are confident... they are contagious and it makes people feel good to be welcomed with a smile. What is one thing about your work that makes you feel most proud and thankful at the end of the year? We are so thankful for the...

Life + Culture

Welcome To Noble Springs Dairy

A Look Inside Franklin's Beloved Family-Owned and Operated Farm Article by Morgan Raum | Photography by Provided by Noble Springs Dairy Noble Springs Dairy is a family-owned, Grade A Goat Dairy and Artisanal Goat Cheese making operation. Run by Dustin and Justyne Noble, the farm is located only six miles from downtown Franklin, sitting on over two-hundred acres of land. Growing up in Williamson County, Dustin’s Tennessee roots run deep. He met his wife, Justyne, in a very full-circle way —...

Arts + Culture

Elevate With Tastify

Meet Tyler King, founder of Nashville’s luxury personal-chef and catering company, Tastify. Article by Morgan Raum | Photography by Lindsey McAlister Tyler King has always had a passion for two things: curating delicious meals and providing clients prestige hospitality. In 2018 — at only 22 years old — he founded Tastify, a company committed to delivering a vibrant and extraordinary culinary experience at every occasion. Imagine the intimacy and attention to detail you'd receive if your...