Southerners are a special breed of people, and it's not uncommon to find ordinary people perform extraordinary tasks. There are many reasons why Tennessee is called the Volunteer State. In difficult times, Tennesseans have a reputation for rising to the challenge of assisting others. The first half of 2020 has provided ample opportunities to lend [...]
As a child growing up in North Carolina, Emily Scott Robinson didn't necessarily envision herself as an Americana recording artist. One thing she knew is she wanted to help others. The Furman University alum graduated with degrees in Spanish and History. Emily spent time as a social worker - a noble calling indeed - before embarking [...]
If you sat next to Mark Narmore on an airplane, chances are you wouldn't think he is an award-winning songwriter. He also hails from Muscle Shoals royalty. That's the way this humble wordsmith prefers it. Muscle Shoals songwriter Mark Narmore has two top-ten County Music hits (Mark Narmore) In the late 1980s, Mark [...]
Dino Villanueva grew up in Texas, playing music with his guitarist father and other musical influences. At the age of 13, Dino played the second lead guitar spot in his dad's band. Today Dino is a session bass player in Nashville and also plays in the touring band for Country Music superstar and legend, Tanya [...]
What is the best catfish restaurant in the South? Hagy's Catfish Hotel near Shiloh, Tennessee. There are many reasons I'm fortunate I was born and raised in Savannah, Tennessee. For starters, it's widely known as the Catfish Capital of the World. In recent years have I realized I've taken this river fish and those who prepare it so perfectly [...]
