The effects of COVID-19 on Teens Community Features News Student Perspective by Lauren Kleeberg - October 14, 2020October 14, 20200 photo by Tommy Midgett COVID-19 is a greater issue than anyone could’ve ever anticipated. Something that us students thought would be a fun two-week break ended up turning into a never-ending global disaster. Graduations six feet apart, no more prom, and no more classes with friends were a very tough pill to swallow for us, especially for 2020 Seniors who unfortunately missed out on many memorable high school Senior experiences. COVID-19, social distancing, and the “new normal” is an absolutely crazy experience that is rougher on teens than many people know. Being stuck inside the house and not seeing people that we are surrounded with from 8-3 every weekday is a crazy change and is affecting us more than we had
“That’s How It’s Done, Son!” Uncategorized by Randi Radcliff - October 14, 2020October 14, 20200 When I was asked if I wanted to write a story about Charlie Daniels, I immediately answered, “YES!I was shocked and hurt when I heard that Charlie passed. So many have been dying. As the tears flowed I thought about the man. He was a giant of a man, especially to this 5’1” photographer. He always made me feel special.We never talked politics because he knew we didn’t agree, but I always felt he loved me anyway, and I hope I made him feel the same.I could go on, but then I saw something called “The Soapbox” that was written by Charlie Daniels, Jr. I read Part 1 and realized that I could never write anything as heartfelt and beautiful
Making Dreams A Reality Be Entertained In Mt Juliet Community Features News by Krys Midgett - October 14, 2020October 14, 20200 Dreams….Wishes….Hope…… Words that are often taken for granted. Yet, these words can mean the world to many children. Childhood is full of dreams and wishes and hope. Kids want to meet someone or do something when they grow up. Or dream to one day travel somewhere, They have an unlimited number of dreams for the future. A cancer diagnosis can bring those plans to a halt. Tens of thousands of kids are diagnosed with cancer every year. While there is hope, and many advancements, their dreams don’t seem as attainable. Many children are able to get their wish through large wish-granting charities. These charities are great and help the child have one wish granted. Studies have shown that giving a person something
To Trick Or Treat, Or Not To Trick Or Treat? Be Entertained In Mt Juliet Community Features Local Events News by Krys Midgett - October 14, 2020October 14, 20200 Ideas for this Halloween and Trunk Or Treats
Straight From The Source: Mt. Juliet Tornado Survivors Share Be Entertained In Mt Juliet Community Features News by Oscar Smith - April 1, 2020April 1, 20200 In the wake of a devastating tornado in Mt. Juliet, TN, stories of survival continue to surface. Living through a tornado has been a traumatic experience no doubt. For some, it literally within seconds changed their lives entirely. These are some of the most striking stories shared with me. For many, the sounds were the most terrifying part. Survivors described what it was like to be in the tornado. One man said, “The sound was deafening. You could not hear a d*mn thing other than the tornado and the wood splintering and breaking. I also could not see anything. The darkness was insane. The first shake of the house split something and I saw a brief amount of light and that went
Take In The Springtime Be Entertained In Mt Juliet Community Features News by George Hedges - April 1, 2020April 1, 20200 photo by Stuart Resor It is the time of the year that we are all looking forward to, warmer weather. We all love to see the daffodils, dogwoods, and redbuds popping out. At this time spring is not “just around the corner”..it’s here! The weather is perfect for outdoor events and adventures. Gardens need planting, cookouts with friends are a must and trips to the beautiful state parks need to be planned. When I was young, we always planned at least one big trip. I remember my dad and I spent all spring building a camping trailer. It was built from plans in a “Popular Mechanics” magazine. This project would have been in the mid 1950’s. It had an ice box, cook stove,
Taxes & Sympathy Community Features Local Business Spotlight News by Livi West - April 1, 2020April 1, 20200 With everything that we have been dealing with lately, taxes are probably the last thing on your mind. Fortunately, the government has taken pity on us and has given Davidson, Wilson and Putnam counties an extension on our tax deadlines. So, while you’re dealing with repairs and avoiding viruses, at least you have a little more time to get your tax act together. I sat down with Donna Blackwell to have a little tax talk. She seemed like the obvious best choice to ask, since her company, Personalized Bookkeeping and Tax Services, Inc, has been named the best accountant in Mount Juliet for three years in a row!Donna specializes in small businesses, personal income taxes, and rental properties, so she and
Across The Lakes March April Crossword Crossword Puzzles by Krys Midgett - April 1, 2020April 1, 20200 Save or print, answer and send to us to enter for prizes.
Always Go On Dates Be Entertained In Mt Juliet Community Features Meet Your Government News by Krys Midgett - February 18, 2020February 18, 20200 “Humble and Kind” was written by Lori Mckenna and recorded by Tim McGraw. In the Cripps’ home, those are words to live by. Melanie Cripps says, “We quote it, we sing it, and we even have it hanging in our girls’ bedroom. It’s a nice reminder to give as well as hear.”
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