Arrington News

There still outdoor music in Nashville, if you know where to look Other than Opryland, few former Nashville institutions are as sorely missed as Dancin' in the District.

The Smyrna High class of 1968 will celebrate its 40-year reunion from 6 to 11 p.m. Saturday, July 19 at the Smyrna Town Centre.

An open mike concert today at a Lebanon bookstore and cafe will benefit 7-year-old liver transplant recipient Michayla Nelson.

Williamson County residents are invited to a summer picnic from 5 to 8 p.m. July 5 at the Owen Farm.

Kick off Memorial Day weekend with the biggest "welcome to summer" celebration in Middle Tennessee at Nashville Shores.

Construction got under way at a new golf course development in Williamson County called Stillwater. via Nashville Business Journal

I am just about at the end of my tether. Bailey is driving me nuts. She's a cat, but she acts like a dog. via The Tennessean

“The atmosphere here is just a little different. The people who shop here are so kind and friendly. They'll come in and say, 'Oh, I live in Brentwood or up here in Stonebrook.”

Carol Hackett, owner of Anna's Children's Boutique in Nolensville, loves offering her shoppers hard-to-find lines and special attention. via The Tennessean

BRENTWOOD - The second annual Battle of the Bands fundraiser will begin at 6 p.m. today at Holy Family Catholic Church, 9100 Crockett Road. via The Tennessean

“The economic impact is about $18 billion spent on treatment and the consequences of not being treated”

Many people don't realize they have osteoporosis until they break a bone or notice they're becoming shorter. via Jacksonsun.com

Make sure to delete items that also appear on front! If you haven't got your kids set up for summer break, there are worlds of science, sports and crafts they can explore while they are out of school. via The Tennessean

“Since students tend to lack valuable work experience, employers give more weight to leadership experience and involvement in extra-curricular activities”

The Office of Leadership and Service held a Volunteer Fair on the Keathley University Center Knoll on Tuesday as part of the Student Government Association's "Make A Difference Week." "Many of the organizations ... via The Sidelines

“Some are wine connoisseurs, but most are just big supporters of A Vintage Affair. Many tell me this is the best event all year where they have the most fun”

FRANKLIN - In the past eight years, A Vintage Affair, which this year runs Monday through Friday, has grown from two events for wine lovers to three and now five. via The Tennessean

“We are approaching our wines with a Napa Valley approach. Sometimes it takes me personally going up to restaurants and asking them to taste the wines.”

Country music superstar Trace Adkins isn't exactly known for holding back what's on his mind. via Music City Syndicate

“It's all part of a business plan to cover all of the bases”

Nashville Business Journal - by Cynthia Yeldell Nashville Business Journal Arrington Vineyards co-owner and wine maker Kip Summers takes a taste test of his product outside the winery in Williamson County. via Nashville Business Journal

The Montgomery Central High School varsity cheerleaders concluded their 2007-08 season with a dinner and awards ceremony recently at Austin Peay State University Morgan Center. via The Leaf-Chronicle

The pageantry of the Middle Ages, with jousting knights, kings, queens, lords, ladies, serving wenches and other colorful characters. via Associated Content

Two Williamson County companies received awards at the recent 19th annual Nashville Lawn and Garden Show at the Tennessee State Fairgrounds. via The Tennessean

“I've struggled with the terminology to use for what we're trying to do, but I think the best way to describe it is a kind of clean, European traditional.”

One step through front door of these homes doesn't spell end to old-world influence By NANCY MUELLER * For Williamson A.M. * March 7, 2008 here's plenty of European influence to be seen in local home designs ... via The Tennessean

Opening thought: Beloved, if God so loved us, we ought also to love one another. via Tennessean.com