Entertainment
Entertainment
Fire & Vine Raises the Bar—Literally
A reinvestment rooted in vision, comfort, and community
Flavors of Thailand in the Heart of Sparta & Cookeville
Authentic Asian Flavor, Served with Upper Cumberland Hospitality
Tennessee Tech hosts annual ‘Lighting the Quad’ on Dec. 2
Free event includes music, hot chocolate, t-shirt giveaways, selfie stations and more.
A New Era for Seven Senses: Inside the Launch of Savor and the Future of WestSide Dining
For more than a decade, Seven Senses has been a pivotal member of Cookeville’s dining community. Now, in 2025, the brand is expanding with the launch of Savor.
Five Decades on the Hill: The Story of Nick’s Restaurant & Lounge
Among the many iconic businesses that have and continue to make our city special, Nick’s Restaurant & Lounge holds a uniquely special place – one five decades in the making.
Upper Cumberland Business Owner Julie Christenson on Daughter Ash Ruder’s Viral Song ‘Blue Genes’
Upper Cumberland business owner Julie Christenson, founder of The French Market in Monterey, shares what it’s like watching her daughter, rising Nashville artist Ash Ruder, chase her dreams — including the viral buzz around her powerful new song “Blue Genes.”
The Voice Within: Jake Hoot’s Journey of Faith & Family
Jake Hoot. A name synonymous with NBC’s The Voice, and for the people of Cookeville, a small town boy made good.
How a Cookeville Native Landed a Dream Job with Marvel and Lucasfilm Before 30
How Darby Faccinto Found His Calling in Special Effects
Drake’s Cookeville – Where Playful Vibes Meet Seriously Good Food
Drake’s Cookeville isn’t just a spot to grab dinner—it’s a bold blend of high-energy fun, flavorful food, and community connection.
Cookeville Regional Held Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting for New Clinic Spaces in Renovated Tennessee Heart Building
Cookeville Regional Medical Center (CRMC) and Tennessee Heart held a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for two newly relocated and renovated clinic spaces: the Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation Center and the Cardiothoracic and Vascular (CV) Surgery Office.
Books & Brews CKVL – Where Literature & Libations Mingle
Imagine a space where lively literary discussions flow as freely as craft beer. This is the reality at Books & Brews CKVL, a thriving community reading group that has blossomed since its inception in 2020.
Cindy Putman’s Life in Spotlight and Service
For Cindy Putman, the theater has served as proving ground, avenue of expression, and outreach opportunity for nearly five decades.
