by atbuckner2121 | Apr 10, 2024 | Entertainment, Restaurants, Small Business
Big Tony’s Pizzeria is Paying it Forward One Slice at a Time There are many ways to show love. Words, service, pizza? For Tony Nigro, his wife Liz, daughter Stormy, and the entire Big Tony’s Pizzeria family, giving back happens one slice at a time. Through a...
by atbuckner2121 | Jan 9, 2024 | Featured Top, Restaurants, Small Business
A Look Inside Cookeville’s First Speakeasy – 1854 Cocktail Bar & Lounge 1854 is objectively stunning. Intentionally designed craft cocktails, an expansive offering of mocktails and alcohol substitutes, a delicious food menu, and an atmosphere...
by atbuckner2121 | Nov 29, 2023 | Featured Top, Most Influential People, People, Small Business, Trending
Cookeville’s Most Influential People – Randy Porter During 10 years in office, Putnam County Mayor Randy Porter has seen trials, tragedies, and triumphs. From natural disasters to a flourishing WestSide, his time as mayor has been a rollercoaster...
by atbuckner2121 | Nov 28, 2023 | Featured Top, Most Influential People, People, Small Business, Trending
Cookeville’s Most Influential People – Mike & Tracey Franklin Warm, kind, focused, authentic, and talented. Words that aptly rapid-fired through my brain while interviewing the incredible Mike and Tracey Franklin.  As owners of the gorgeous Loxx...
by atbuckner2121 | Nov 27, 2023 | Featured Top, Most Influential People, People, Trending
Cookeville’s Most Influential People – Laurin Wheaton Mississippi girl turned Tennessee civic leader? That’s the story of Cookeville’s second female mayor, Laurin Wheaton. A nurse practitioner by trade, she never thought her unique blend of focus and...