Professional Services

Book It

Why Investing in a family beach trip pays off Article by Tracy Hoft-Louthain | Photography by Newman-Dailey Resort Properties A beach vacation is a time-tested family tradition, and investing your precious time and resources in beach memories will earn returns for a lifetime. The beaches of 30A and Destin, Florida are a short 10-hour drive where sun-kissed cheeks, salty hair, sandy toes, and the sounds of seagulls and laughter await. Whether investing in a beach vacation rental home or...

March 2024

Life + Culture

An Upscale Investment in His Hometown

Fountains At Gateway is the manifestation of Scott Graby’s vision for mixed-use development in Murfreesboro. Article by Ed Atlas | Photography by Various As Middle Tennessee has grown, so has the demand for upscale amenities in the outlying cities and communities. That’s because frequent jaunts from Murfreesboro to places like Cool Springs or Downtown Nashville aren’t necessarily conducive to a healthy work-life balance. Efforts to bring such niceties to Rutherford County have been underway...

March 2024

Education

Center for Environmental Education

How this vital part of MTSU’s Biology department focuses on improving environmental education in Middle Tennessee Article by DeAnn Hays | Photography by Provided Located in the Davis Science Building on Middle Tennessee State University’s campus, the Center for Environmental Education, or CEE, is part of the university’s Biology Department and focuses on improving environmental education in Middle Tennessee.  “We want to raise awareness about the environment and then impart knowledge and...

March 2024

Education

Little Hands, Big Hearts

The Learning Experience Teaches Young Learners to Make a Difference in Their Community Through Philanthropy Article by Cassidy Polman | Photography by provided Among the numerous shops, offices, and businesses that people pass each day on their drive down Franklin Road, there’s one place whose impact on the community is felt but not always seen. The Learning Experience Academy of Early Education, situated in west Murfreesboro, prides itself in the ongoing efforts to change the lives of people...

March 2024

Finance + Legal Services

Building a Strong Financial Future

Michael Eckholdt, Lead Wealth Advisor at Providence Financial Solutions, Invests in Murfreesboro Article by Lisa Valentine | Photography by Kimberlee Brooke & Co For those who have never utilized Providence Financial Solutions, can you explain what you do for your clients?  Providence Financial Solutions delivers specialized financial planning and advisory services, helping clients manage their financial future. We provide personalized guidance on wealth management, retirement planning...

March 2024

Home + Design

Diligent Design

Jamie Taylor shares the background behind making dream houses a reality Article by Courtney Stockton | Photography by Various Tell us about your background and the genesis of J Taylor Designs.  I have always loved residential design, interior design, and architecture. I remember around age 12, I started laying out floor plans on graph paper.  After graduating college in 2002, I started my career working for a house plan design firm. In 2008, I started working for Huskey Truss and Lumber...

February 2024

Home + Design

Brooke's On Main

Be Bold. Be Creative. Be Home. Article by Cassidy Polman | Photography by Provided We sat down with Mt. Juliet local and MTSU alumna, Brooke Antonakos, to learn more about her journey to finding her true calling as owner of one of Middle Tennessee's favorite hot spots for home decor and design, Brooke's On Main. When did you know you wanted to open a furniture store that focuses on aesthetics and interior design?   My husband and I took a chance and invested in our first Airbnb in Florida...

February 2024

Home Services

Beating Expectations One Home At a Time

Jagger Williams shares how communication and surprising customers has transformed how clients feel about power washing. Article by Staci Bishop | Photography by Kimberlee Brooke Photography For most people, a summer job is just that – a seasonal gig before moving on to the next thing. That was not the case for Jagger Williams who is now eight years into owning and operating Waterly Co. He started with a simple power washer and determination to make some money before starting at Middle...

February 2024

Travel

Desert Décor

Style Your Home with Moroccan Furnishings Article and Photography by Lisa Valentine Home to some of the most beautiful interior décor, it’s near impossible to take a trip to Morocco without coming back with a suitcase full of exquisite treasures—believe me, I had to buy an extra bag to bring home all of my finds. Situated in Northeast Africa, the country of Morocco is made up of a variety of people groups who are known for their own styles of home furnishings. From textiles and glass to...

February 2024

Life + Culture

Snow Days!

Our Parnters Share Their Snowiest Pics From This Year's First Snow Article by Cassidy Polman | Photography by Provided by our partners MTSU shares a few images from their snowy days on campus. The top photo is MTSU's iconic "Blue Horseshoe". Fun Fact: Buried underneath the horseshoe is a penny from 1911, the year MTSU was founded! Snow outside of Mayweather Boxing + Fitness in Murfreesboro! Did you know the workouts at Mayweather Boxing + Fitness are designed by Floyd Mayweather himself?  ...

February 2024