April 2019 49
Pop Life
The Highwaymen
The fascinating new Netflix film “The Highwaymen” follows the story of Frank Hamer (Kevin Costner) and Maney Gault (Woody Harrelson), the two former Texas Rangers who track down and eventual apprehend Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow, the two notorious criminals who robbed banks and stores in in 1930’s. The duo were also responsible for […]
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Bridal Issue Winner Announcements
For our Spring Bridal Issue we decided to have a little fun on social media for the locals in our community. Our first contest was a photo or video of the “Best Proposal” which was voted on by our Facebook followers. Our last two photo contests were the “Best Wedding” photo and The Loafer’s “Best […]
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Strolling on Main
JAMSA (Jonesborough Area Merchants and Services Association) is proud to announce their annual Strolling on Mainevent in Jonesborough, Tennessee’s oldest town. Guests are invited to stroll through Jonesborough’s iconic MainStreet on Saturday May 11th from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. Talented local musicians and demonstrating artists will be scattered throughout downtown, setting the mood for a delightfully satisfying evening. Historic Jonesborough is the […]
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Whispering Oaks Farm – Wedding & Event Venue
Photo Credit to Brittany Carrier AMCByBrittany Whispering Oaks is a beautiful Wedding and Event Venue located in Gray, Tennessee on 40 acres of beautiful landscaped property conveniently located near the Appalachian Fair Grounds. The family decided to use their family farm and rent it out to local people and businesses so that they may enjoy […]
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Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park May 2019 – Special Events and Workshops
Watauga Valley Fife and Drum Corps Saturday, May 4 and May 18 10am – Noon The Watauga Valley Fife & Drum Corps performs at historical events, dedications, and parades. Musical experience is welcome but not necessary, just come with a willingness to learn. Carter Mansion Tour Wednesday, May 1 11:00 am Cost: $7.00 […]
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Cakebuds
Cakebuds is a cake decorating company and bakery located in downtown Johnson City, Tennessee. Since opening in November 2011, Cakebuds has been named one of the top 10 cake shops in Tennessee by Best Things TN and featured on Food Network’s show Winner Cake All – Season One. At Cakebuds Bakery they love challenges […]
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Model City Event Center
Model City Event Center was established in late summer of 2016. The 10,000 sq ft event space was originally housed as Dalton’s Clothing Store. With all the energy in Downtown Kingsport, they felt the demand in the region allowed for a venue that provided space for all of life’s celebrations from weddings, parties, to corporate […]
Batteries Not Included
A Face in The Crowd
I’ve been aware of director Elia Kazan’s 1957 film “A Face in the Crowd” for well over a decade, but until this past weekend, I had never actually seen the entire movie. I had caught snippets of it, and years ago a friend went so far as to tape it off of TCM for […]
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Free Meditation Workshop
Appalachian Dharma & Meditation Center Saturday, May 11, 2019 10 a.m. – noon Who should attend? This session is open to those who simply want to know more about meditation; those beginning a meditation practice; as well as to those who would like to deepen their practice. It is good to have a mix of […]
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McKinney Center Seeks Information about Early Educators at Booker T. Washington School
The McKinney Center, formerly the Booker T. Washington School, was the home to a generation of wonderful educators. Many are known, yet some names have been lost. This month, the McKinney Center is looking to fill in some gaps concerning the faculty and staff of Booker T. Washington from the years of 1940-1965. The school […]
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Veteran of the Week : Janice Blackburn
Name: Janice Blackburn What branch of service were or are you in? Navy At what age did you join? 18 years old What rank were you? Seaman What made you want to serve our country? Love of our country, I considered it an honor. What advice would you give someone looking to go into the […]
