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Songwriting With: Soldiers Releases Daddy's Son for Father's Day

Jun 19, 2026 at 08:00 am by Bethany Bowman

Anyone who has listened to and/or written music knows that there is a healing aspect to it, and it is never more evident than when working with veterans. Veterans John ".... Read More

Dennis Quaid Releases "On My Way to Heaven" Featuring Tanya Tucker and Kris Kristofferson

Jun 22, 2026 at 02:39 pm by Bethany Bowman

Multi-talented artist Dennis Quaid, Tanya Tucker, and the late legendary Songwriter Kris Kristofferson recently released a new single, “On My Way to Heaven,” ava.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Carrie Brockwell

Jun 11, 2026 at 09:18 am by Bethany Bowman

When Carrie Brockwell started compiling her collection of songs for her new album, That's Real, which blends country music storytelling with Yacht Rock influences, she had n.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Anne Wilson

Jun 11, 2023 at 05:38 pm by Bethany Bowman

As I continued writing my Music Spotlight column, a new name kept popping up; Anne Wilson. In 2022, Wilson won a Dove Award for Pop/Contemporary Song of the Year, “My Je.... Read More

Education will be a Top Priority for Senator Marsha Blackburn as Governor

May 15, 2026 at 10:11 am by JC Bowman

During my interview with Senator Marsha Blackburn, it was clear she is passionate about education, and if she becomes Tennessee’s governor, education will be central to.... Read More

Teacher Attrition Remains a Significant Challenge

Jun 09, 2026 at 02:02 pm by JC Bowman

Recently, I joined WKRN News anchor Tori Gessner on a story about teacher attrition. Tennessee saw the largest percentage decline in its teacher workforce between the 2023-24.... Read More

Time to Recalibrate Our Educational Compass

Dec 09, 2025 at 11:53 am by JC Bowman

Imagine a universe where parents and educators lead the debate on education. In the current paradigm, we are playing a high-stakes game of educational chess. The result could.... Read More

Travis Bolt Makes Grand Ole Opry Debut

Jun 02, 2026 at 12:08 pm by Bethany Bowman

Music Spotlight artist Travis Bolt recently made his Grand Ole Opry debut on May 29th, the week before CMA Fest. This follows his recent TV debut, where he performed "Blues.... Read More
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Red Bull Announces 2025 Jukebox Songwriting Competition

May 22, 2025 at 12:05 pm by Bethany Bowman

Red Bull is turning up the volume for the second year with the return of its electrifying Red Bull Jukebox Songwriting Competition— open for submissions now through Ju.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Jake & Shelby

Jan 28, 2024 at 06:48 pm by Bethany Bowman

A duo that kept showing up in my Instagram feed was a couple of kids, known as Jake & Shelby. Jake Lawson and Shelby Haim are teenagers from Hendersonville, Tennessee. K.... Read More
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Put your phone down in school zones

Mar 05, 2018 at 11:28 am by Lisa Marchesoni

Drivers are prohibited from talking or texting on cell phones in active school zones under Tennessee state law. As of Jan. 1, it is a misdemeanor for drivers to use the cell.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Noah Thompson

Jan 11, 2025 at 01:56 pm by Bethany Bowman

The one word that came to mind when I heard Noah Thompson for the first time was “unexpected.” And I believe that is part of why Thompson won American Idol in 20.... Read More

School Choice Defined

Mar 11, 2024 at 04:03 pm by JC Bowman

Making the correct choice regarding your child's education is essential, as it can significantly impact their future. Families often prioritize education by opting for their n.... Read More

Music Spotlight: The SteelDrivers

May 23, 2025 at 07:34 am by Bethany Bowman

The progressive, award-winning bluegrass band The SteelDrivers has been on my bucket list of musicians to feature for several years. Not only are they the band where Chris S.... Read More

Annie Bosko Releases Debut Album ‘California Cowgirl’

Oct 03, 2025 at 10:10 am by Bethany Bowman

Even though she has been in the music business for a while, Music Spotlight artist Annie Bosko is now releasing her debut album, California Cowgirl. And.... Read More
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Day in Corona: Hope springs eternal with better projections

Apr 07, 2020 at 12:35 pm by Michelle Willard

  I've been keeping an eye on the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation's COVID-19 projection website. It's interactive and informative, if you can trust the data.... Read More

Music Spotlight: NEEDTOBREATHE

Aug 21, 2023 at 04:00 pm by Bethany Bowman

When I saw the rock band NEEDTOBREATHE had new music coming, a bell went off. Weren’t they a band that my kids used to listen to? Indeed, they are. NEEDTOBREATHE is an.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Siena

Feb 10, 2023 at 12:00 pm by Bethany Bowman

Article by Bethany Bowman - One of my favorite things is discovering new talent, often ahead of the labels and music industry. PR teams pitch me an artist and if I like.... Read More
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Music Spotlight: Beasley Brothers

Sep 02, 2022 at 12:49 pm by Bethany Bowman

The Beasley Brothers are a country duo formerly from North Alabama but now based out of Nashville. They are comprised of Lawson and Jackson Beasley. Being only 18 months apart.... Read More

Bluff City Education Blues

May 27, 2026 at 02:23 pm by JC Bowman

There was a time when the people of Memphis believed their public schools could not possibly become any more complicated. Then the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation arrived.... Read More
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Abducted or ashes? Bedford County children disappear with a trace

Nov 20, 2017 at 11:35 am by Michelle Willard

In 2012, the unthinkable happened in Bedford County. A fire on Kingdom Road near Unionville destroyed a home and left a family in shambles. On the night of Sept. 23, 2012, a.... Read More

Missing a Mailbox? It Maybe at the Bedford Co. Sheriff's Office

Jan 13, 2023 at 03:47 pm by Voice Wire 14

In neighboring Bedford County, multiple mailboxes have been located and authorities would like to reunite them with their rightful owners. However, it’s not known exactl.... Read More

A Christmas Carol: by the Ghosts of Redemption

Dec 16, 2021 at 10:00 am by Paulette Jackson

Many of us are familiar with, The Christmas Carol, a timeless and endearing story by Charles Dickens. But one thing we may not be aware of, are the prominent themes of the boo.... Read More
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Hummingbirds pass through Middle Tennessee on annual migration

Sep 05, 2018 at 08:00 am by Michelle Willard

Barfield Crescent Park is home to hundreds of hummingbirds. Many people come to the Wilderness Station to enjoy the chatter and beauty of these tiny birds throughout the seaso.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Leah Marie Mason

Oct 18, 2022 at 02:37 pm by Bethany Bowman 2

NASHVILLE, Tennessee - Leah Marie Mason is a Nashville-based singer/songwriter from North Carolina. She comes from a musical family where her dad was a drummer. “W.... Read More