The World According To George Be Entertained In Mt Juliet Community Features News by George Hedges - October 25, 2021October 25, 20210 FALL IS GREAT I remember we used to have a big bonfire before the Mount Juliet High School football games. I had a crush on one of the cheerleaders, but I never told her so. Black and Gold all the way! I still have my football jacket, but I think it shrunk. Heading out to the games on Friday night was always exciting. My neighbor and one of my best friends, Don. had a black and gold ’56 Chevy that was so cool. We would go cruising around the Donelson Shoney’s…around and around and around. That’s what we did. As a high school football team, we did very well. We may not have won all the games, but we sure put on a
Top Shade Trees for Tennessee Community Features Gardening Tips by Lucas Holman - October 24, 2021October 24, 20210 “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago.” I’m sure you’ve heard this quote many times and it’s 100% true. The success of the tree depends on time and effort. The faster a tree grows, the quicker it dies. I always prefer the ones that grow slower because they have less of a tendency to suffer from a disease or some type of other issue. Bradford Pear is a good example of this. It grows so fast that the wood is considered weak and thus it splits easily when we get heavy winds and rain. Since we are heading into a great planting time this fall, let’s look at some of my favorite shade trees for Tennessee landscapes. The king
Hometown Heroes – Chief Luffman Community Features Meet Your Government News by Student Writer - October 24, 2021October 24, 20210 written by Reagan Smithing The movies always depict fire stations as busy, action-packed, and intense places, but walking through the doors of the Mt. Juliet Fire Department could not have felt more different. The smiling faces of those on duty are the first things seen; the brown leather couches and worn kitchen table only add to the warmth and family atmosphere of Station 1. Fire Chief Jamie Luffman is at the center of it all, though he would deny being the center of anything. Luffman’s first impression is one of kindness and compassion. He effortlessly makes every person in a room feel noticed, valued, and loved. His charisma doesn’t change when speaking to strangers, either, but rather emphasizes it as he highlights
More Pie Please Community Features News by Guest - October 24, 2021October 24, 20210 Be them a blessing or a curse, I often have the opportunity to engage in numerous discussions about all of the hustle and bustle in our community. There are lots of building projects currently underway, new businesses opening, and others with plans to expand all working their way thru the planning process in the hopes that they too can open grow their business in MJ. I’ve also had other folks tell me that the city has no business granting any more commercial, residential or multi-family building permits since we already have times of the day when traffic is bad. Someday we may look back at this point in our city’s history as somewhat of a turning point; a reality-check if you
Lebanon’s Own Karate Kid Community Features News Student Perspective by Guest - October 18, 2021October 18, 20210 Holt began his martial arts journey at the age of six when he began his training at Premier Martial Arts under the instruction of Jason Warren. PMA is also home to Reid, Cole, Jake, and Averi Presley, who are also World Champion martial arts competitors. Cole Presley along with Mr. Warren has played a great role in shaping Dawson as a competitor. Warren said he knew early on that Dawson had the right work ethic that would take him far in martial arts, both recreationally and competitively.
Straight From Kentucky Be Entertained In Mt Juliet Community Features News by Livi West - October 18, 2021October 18, 20210 Showing up and smiling has taken JD pretty far, though. He was named Texas Roadhouse Artist of the Month in May of 2020, his single “Church Pew Bar Stool” debuted at #1 on the CMT 12-Pack Count-down, he’s been featured on Great American Country Network & TNN Top Country Countdown. He’s even performed the National Anthem for NASCAR, NBA, NCAA, SEC & even MLB stadium games.
“Pittsburgh Rising” Community Features News Uncategorized by Amanda Oswalt - October 17, 2021October 18, 20210 Famous celebrities who hail from here include artist Andy Warhol and actor Fred Rogers of Mister Rogers Neighborhood television show. A Pittsburgh staple, “Primanti Bros sandwich shop,” features sandwiches loaded down with fries and slaw. Or maybe you want to try “dippy eggs” and fries with gravy, local culinary favorites. One of the best ways to see the city as a tourist is aboard the “Gateway Clipper” where for over 50 years they have been offering dining and sightseeing tours, private parties, and weddings on the Three Rivers.
The Tale Of Two Houses Be Entertained In Mt Juliet Community Features News by Stuart Resor - October 17, 2021October 17, 20210 I never want to walk after midnight on Halloween through an old cemetery ever again! My friends made me do that for many years when I was a young boy. Here are the things that can still scare me:
Kiwanis Club Of Mt Juliet Raises Funds & Food Be Entertained In Mt Juliet Community Features Local Events News Photos Around Town by Krys Midgett - October 17, 2021October 17, 20210 Kiwanis Club of Mt Juliet had a big summer. On July 31st, the community came out to support their Fill The Bus event. Kiwanis Club members collected non-perishable food items, school supplies, and other items for the Wilson County Schools Resource Center. This is a regular event that they do a couple of times a year. The next one will be held in November. Like their Facebook page for updates. On August 7th, several of the Kiwanis Club members woke up early and headed to Charlie Daniel Park for the 3rd Annual 5K, Runners of all ages were there to support the Kiwanis Club of Mt Juliet and the kids in our community. Watch for next year’s Kiwanis for Kids 5k. During
Gifting With A Purpose Be Entertained In Mt Juliet News Uncategorized by Beci Ruzek - October 17, 2021October 17, 20210 Separate your list into categories: personal, social, school/work, and clients. Then start on one category at a time and divide it into subcategories with questions for each. I love to use an excel spreadsheet. Yes, I know that does not seem very personal, but it does help me organize everything. I do this for all my clients, and it seems to help them tremendously.