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How to talk to typically developing children about autism

Mar 08, 2022 at 10:00 am by Heather Cadenhead

If your typically developing child is frequently in the company of an autistic child, your typically developing child might have questions. Here are a few talking points for s.... Read More

Want to do something about that landfill?

Feb 22, 2022 at 10:00 am by MK37130 3

Want to do something about the landfill?  Get involved.  Step one is educate yourself.  Step two is call the people with the power to stop it and and tell them.... Read More

Why Historic Cemeteries Need Protection

Feb 09, 2022 at 05:57 am by robmtchl 2

Did you know?  Nashville/Davidson County has a program to protect the 465 cemeteries they have identified in their county? Being a metropolitan for of government grants.... Read More

Couple's Conflict: Mediated by Motown

Jan 31, 2022 at 02:54 pm by Paulette Jackson

Rescue meOh take me in your armsRescue meI want your tender charms'Coz I'm lonely and I'm blueI need you and your love too ~Aretha Franklin Being a part of the mental health.... Read More
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Faust: Hubris of Humanity in the Face of God's Grace

Jan 24, 2022 at 06:22 am by Paulette Jackson 1

In light of our world’s current bio-psycho-social-spiritual conflict, I wanted to bring a reminder, to help us understand, that such tension and dissension has been arou.... Read More

What's Up with The Landfill Stink

Jan 24, 2022 at 06:11 am by MK37130 2

Did you know there are 680,000 tons of Aluminum waste in Republic Services Middle point Landfill? Yes, 680,000 TONS! Now you might say, So What? Aluminum Production Waste is h.... Read More
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The Coldest Season of Love

Jan 20, 2022 at 07:07 am by Paulette Jackson

  I have always appreciated the use of metaphors for conditions of the heart and soul. Metaphors can bring poignant meaning to conversations with the use of visuals, giv.... Read More

A Quiet White Day

Jan 17, 2022 at 05:38 am by Paulette Jackson

  Quiet White~ Paulette Jackson This concerto of sight The soothing symmetry of shadows The rhythm of reminding light That sing to the soul With hymns known by heart An.... Read More
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So long and thanks for all the news

Jan 07, 2022 at 02:45 pm by Michelle Willard 5

Bill Ketron can breathe a sigh of relief. Just in time for the 2022 election cycle, I've taken a new job that means less time for angry opinion and news stories about local po.... Read More

Gerald Melton Announces Run For Re-Election

Dec 31, 2021 at 03:10 am by Cynthialynn Jones 1

Gerald L. Melton, Public Defender for the 16th Judicial District, has officially announced his candidacy for re-election. The 16th Judicial District is comprised of Rutherfor.... Read More

In Honor of the New Year: Hope is the Thing

Dec 29, 2021 at 04:47 pm by Paulette Jackson

A very happy New Year to all of you. Already in the past 72 hours, there has been quite a bit of new for 2022!  From new babies, new songs and br.... Read More

New Year's Day Food Traditions

Dec 29, 2021 at 04:46 pm by Cynthialynn Jones

New Year's Eve focuses on parties and kissing your sweetheart at midnight to reign in the New year.  I wrote a story about five-teen local parties to attend, many being f.... Read More