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Ana Cristina Cash Releases ‘The Sunshine State’

Jan 30, 2026 at 06:41 am by Bethany Bowman

One of the most talented and diverse artists I have ever featured, Ana Cristina Cash, is releasing her bilingual album, The Sunshine State, this weekend. Singing since s.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Stella Prince

Jan 22, 2026 at 12:34 pm by Bethany Bowman

A musician who has long been on my short list of females I need to feature in my Music Spotlight column is the Woodstock-raised, Nashville-honed, and Laurel Canyon-inspired.... Read More

Finding Solutions in the Education Crossfire

Jan 21, 2026 at 02:15 pm by JC Bowman

Need a quick headline? Just criticize public education! Want to vent about something in government? Aim for public education! Got a new education program to sell and need fund.... Read More

EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert Movie Coming Soon

Jan 16, 2026 at 03:29 pm by Bethany Bowman

During the week of Elvis' birthday this year, I was fortunate to tour Graceland and attend the US premiere of EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert. This is what is learned. Th.... Read More

Jake Hoot and Becca Bowen Release ‘Sometimes I Do’

Jan 16, 2026 at 06:00 am by Bethany Bowman

Season 17 winner of NBC’s The Voice, Jake Hoot, has teamed up with Music Spotlight artist Becca Bowen to bring us Bowen’s original single, “Sometimes I Do..... Read More

I Will Try Again Tomorrow

Jan 14, 2026 at 03:25 pm by JC Bowman

I talk about education a lot. It has been my life’s work for over forty years. If I had to do it over again, I would still choose education. It makes a difference in peo.... Read More

Rock Band ‘Heart’ Going Strong in 2026

Jan 06, 2026 at 01:15 pm by Bethany Bowman

Those of us of a certain age grew up listening to the iconic rock band Heart, comprised of sisters Ann and Nancy Wilson and their incredible band. Naturally, when they came.... Read More

Tennessee's Education Savings Account Report Highlights Growth, Challenges, and Recommendations for Improvement

Jan 05, 2026 at 01:19 pm by JC Bowman

The Comptroller’s Office of Research and Education Accountability (OREA) has released its evaluation of Tennessee's Education Savings Account (ESA) program, a task manda.... Read More