Life & Human Interest

Benefit Concert for Kenny Campbell Foundation

Jul 07, 2025 at 12:43 pm by Bethany Bowman

Country singer/songwriter Craig Campbell announced the inaugural benefit concert, scheduled for July 24 at the Ryman Auditorium, in honor of his father, that will raise fund.... Read More

OPINION: A Wolf In Sheep’s Clothing

Jul 02, 2025 at 07:31 pm by Jason Bennett

  OPINION: On May 20th of this year, I was contacted by a friend inquiring about a comment that I had made in July or August of 2024 on a local realtors facebook post. T.... Read More

Celebrating the Beautiful Chaos of Fatherhood

Jun 14, 2025 at 05:19 pm by JC Bowman

  Father's Day serves as a poignant reminder to reflect on the intricate connections we share with our fathers, often revealing the deep complexities and rich layers tha.... Read More

George Jones Honored With Bronze Statue at the Ryman Auditorium

Jun 03, 2025 at 01:58 pm by Bethany Bowman

On June 3rd, 2025, one of the most influential and revered voices in country music history, George Jones, was honored with a bronze statue alongside other country icons, inc.... Read More

Memorial Day Matters!

May 23, 2025 at 12:49 pm by JC Bowman

David Hume remarked, “Courage, of all national qualities, is the most precarious; because it is exerted only at intervals, and by a few in every nation.” It truly.... Read More

Pat Boone Releases Multi-Artist Anthem, 'ONE – Voices for Tanzania'

Mar 21, 2025 at 06:00 am by Bethany Bowman

Entertainment icon and philanthropist Pat Boone is set to release his latest musical anthem, "ONE—Voices for Tanzania. " This powerful song was written to unite the wo.... Read More

It’s President’s Day Again

Feb 14, 2025 at 03:29 pm by JC Bowman

It’s President’s Day Again. The third Monday of February is recognized as President's Day in the United States. However, the true American narrative extends far be.... Read More

Why Colleges of Education Matter

Sep 13, 2024 at 12:58 pm by JC Bowman

A teacher's journey, which begins as a student, is transformative. Colleges of Education play a pivotal and urgent role in this journey, equipping aspiring educators with the.... Read More

Movie Spotlight: Reagan

Sep 12, 2024 at 11:33 am by Bethany Bowman

While breaking all viewing and monetary expectations, Dennis Quaid’s Reagan continues to shoot past all competitors. When I learned that moviegoers gave the film a.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Volume.com

Sep 10, 2024 at 10:59 am by Bethany Bowman

Recently I discovered that one of my favorite artists had played at one of my favorite venues and that I had missed it. But then I learned that the show was filmed and I cou.... Read More

Author Spotlight: Cleo Childs

Jul 30, 2024 at 09:15 am by Bethany Bowman

Not too far removed from singer/songwriters are poets. Songs are just poetry set to music. Author Cleo Childs debuted her first spoken word project in May of this year. The.... Read More

Remembering the Rose Garden Marines

Jul 03, 2024 at 12:48 pm by Bethany Bowman

The country music legend, Lynn Anderson became the U.S. Marines's unofficial ambassador 50 years ago when they used her award-winning song, ‘I Beg Your Pardon (I Never.... Read More

The Critical Role of a Father

Jun 13, 2024 at 03:55 pm by JC Bowman

In the United States, the presence of a father in a child's life is a critical systemic issue. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, in 2023, 17.8 million children, nearly 1 in.... Read More

Suicide is Preventable and Mental Health is Treatable

Jun 11, 2024 at 06:12 pm by JC Bowman

I lost a very close friend to suicide. His death still affects me, as well as his other friends and family. The impact of suicide is widespread and affects many people persona.... Read More

Memorial Day is a Somber Reminder

May 26, 2024 at 04:21 pm by JC Bowman

Memorial Day, a federal holiday in the United States, holds a profound significance. Veterans Day and Memorial Day are important holidays in the United States that honor milit.... Read More