Heading back to Middle Tennessee this weekend! Last time, I was able to visit the Nashville Farmer's Market along with the Tennessee State Museum. This weekend, I'll be making stops in between Knoxville and Nashville along the way. This Saturday, I will be visiting Gallatin's Farmer's Market in the morning, visiting Red Boiling Springs in the afternoon, and attending a candidate forum in Antioch that evening. If you're along the way and would like a Yard Beagle, please let m

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Had a great time supporting local artists, musicians, crafters, farmers, and small business owners at Arts in the Park in Morristown today! Something I've noticed during my travels across Tennessee: this state has some serious creative expression! We have huge venues, giant fairs, and events that draw thousands of people. Those absolutely have their place. However, in my opinion, these local events are some of the very best showcases of Tennessee. The conversations are organi