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Style That Tells Your Story There’s something about September that feels like a fresh start. The air begins to shift, our calendars fill back up, football Saturdays return and we find ourselves stepping into a new season with renewed purpose. While January may begin the calendar year, September has always felt like the season that invites us to reset, refocus and redefine how we show up. That’s exactly what this month's Style Issue is all about. When most people hear the word style, they immediately think of clothing or the latest trends. But I've come to believe style is so much deeper than what's hanging in our closets. It's found in the homes we create, the businesses we build, the way we welcome others and even in the kindness and confidence we carry each day. True style is simply an outward expression of who we are. One of my favorite parts of publishing Lebanon City Lifestyle is discovering the incredible people who make this community so unique. Every month I'm reminded that our city is filled with individuals who lead with authenticity, creativity, generosity and purpose. Those qualities never go out of style. Inside these pages, you'll meet local businesses, creators and neighbors who inspire us in their own unique ways. Whether you're looking for fashion inspiration, home ideas, beauty tips or simply a reminder to support the amazing people who call Lebanon home, I hope this issue encourages you to embrace your own personal style with confidence. As always, thank you for allowing us to tell the stories that make Lebanon such an extraordinary place to live, work and grow. Your support of our local businesses and your willingness to celebrate this community alongside us is what makes this magazine possible. Here's to a season of confidence, creativity and showing up exactly as you were created to be. Happy September! JANUARY ALEXANDER, PUBLISHER @LEBANONCITYLIFESTYLE

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Departments

Golden Years Made Simple

TN Medicare Concierge Takes the Stress Out of Healthcare

Jewelry with a Purpose

Lifestyle Letter

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Culinary Creations FOOD + BEVERAGE

Local Limelight HOME + DESIGN

Expert Help HEALTH + WELLNESS

Must See STYLE + BEAUTY

The Vintage Sparrow Creates Wearable Reminders of Hope

Happy Hour FOOD + BEVERAGE

Get Active HEALTH + WELLNESS

The Style of Confident Movement

Road Trip TRAVEL

Trend Setter LIFE + CULTURE

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Why Taking Care of Your Body Never Goes Out of Style

On the Cover Jaquelyn Rushing of Sugar Rush Cookie Co. adds a sweet touch of style to September. Photography: Cedar & Light Photography

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1: Shawn Smith of Hushpiggies fires up the flavor at the 2026 Cedar City Smokeout competition. 2: The 2026 Cedar City Smokeout brought community, competition and purpose together in support of Kylan’s Light. 3: The new Don Fox Splash Pad is officially open, bringing free fun to Lebanon families. 4-7: Wilson County Schools educators were celebrated with breakfast, appreciation and community support to kick off the year.

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Historic Lebanon 10th Annual Farm to Table Dinner Historic Lebanon is hosting its 10th annual Farm to Table Dinner on September 20 at 5 p.m. The event will take place at Cumberland University in front of historic Memorial Hall and feature local food and treats from Black Sheep Café, Durći Chocolate, Hushpiggies, Island Breeze Bistro, Polly Sparrow Bakery and more. It is sure to be an un unforgettable evening of community, food and fun. Purchase a ticket at HistoricLebanon.com.

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Puckett’s Annual Fall Craft Show Kick off fall with Puckett’s Supply Co.’s annual Fall Craft Show on September 26, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event is free to attend and will feature over 50 local vendors, a petting zoo, a pumpkin patch, an inflatable bounce house and food trucks for a day of seasonal family fun.

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SUGAR RUSH COOKIE CO. TEACHES THE JOY OF COOKIE DECORATING

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“Creating that first set awakened something in me creatively ...” Decorated sugar cookies are more than sweet treats — they are a way to create joyful (and delicious) memories. Jaquelyn Rushing knows this firsthand. She recalls loving themed sugar cookies as a child and gravitating toward them at parties. When her son turned one, she tried her hand at creating the nostalgic, creative treats she loved so much. Jaquelyn says, “Creating that first set awakened something in me creatively, and I haven’t put down my piping bag since.” She took a leap and committed to running her business full-time: Sugar Rush Cookie Co., specializing in custom-decorated sugar cookies for all of life’s sweetest occasions. Her decision was influenced by “realizing just how much joy it brought me—and others.” Not only does Jaquelyn help elevate events with meticulously designed custom cookies, but she is also sharing her knowledge through decorating classes. The best part? The classes are suited for all experience levels and occasions.

Jaquelyn takes care of the hard work by providing her signature almond vanilla sugar cookies and royal icing so class participants can focus on honing their decorative style and making priceless memories. She assures, “My classes are designed for everyone—from complete beginners to those looking to sharpen their decorating skills. Cookie decorating is just like any other art form: the more you practice, the more confident you become.” Classes range from one to two hours depending on how many cookies there are to decorate and can be customized for the occasion. Jaquelyn says, “Whether you’re planning a girls’ night, birthday party, bridal shower, corporate event, or simply looking for a fun experience with friends, I’d love to bring the cookie decorating fun to you.” Sugar Rush hosts monthly cooking classes at varying locations. This month, there is a scheduled class at Hammer & Stain in Mt. Juliet, and she will offer at least two Halloween-themed classes in October. Jaquelyn says, “Fall is one of my favorite seasons for cookie decorating, and Halloween classes are always full of creativity and fun.” Sugar Rush continues to offer custom bakes that will elevate the style and sweetness of any event. While she is based in Wilson County, she is happy to serve the surrounding Middle Tennessee communities through her personalized cookies and private cookie decorating classes. Bring a touch of sweetness and creativity to your next celebration by reaching out to Sugar Rush Cookie Co. today. MyCustomBakes.com/JaqueFaye @sugar_rush_cookieco | jaque@sugarrushcookieco.com S EP TEMB ER 2 0 2 6 | C I TYL I FE STYL E . C OM/L E BA N O N T N

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Scents tell stories. They can transport people to their favorite places, help them recall their favorite memories, make them think of a loved one or help them express their individual style and personality. This is something that Ashley Scott, owner and maker at Pepper Cottage Co., knows firsthand. The Lebanon-based business offers fragrances inspired by the connection between scent, memory and emotion. Scott initially began making candles as a creative outlet and fell in love with the process of crafting unique scent blends. Two years later, she went full-time.

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Scott attributes the business milestone to the local community. “Without the support of family, friends, customers, and other business owners, I do not think Pepper Cottage would be where it is today.” The emphasis on storytelling and creating scents that connect with people is evident in Pepper Cottage Co. fragrances. Scott recalls a time when a customer smelled a Pepper Cottage perfume roller with a bright, citrusy scent. The customer turned to Scott and said enthusiastically, “Wow, this smells like ME!” And Scott agreed. She says, “Because memory and emotion are so closely tied to scent, the fragrances we choose to wear or burn in our home go beyond just making us and our spaces smell good. It can make us feel more confident, remind us of a loved one, or make parts of our personalities almost become tangible.” Each signature Pepper Cottage scent is crafted with care. Scott explains the process of developing new blends is as unique as the scent itself. Sometimes the smell reminds her of something and inspires the name, like Dancing in the Moonlight. Other times, she has a specific vision that she will take months trying to create and perfect, like the best-selling Homebody. Scott shares that she wants Pepper Cottage Co. candles and fragrances to not only spark memories and be a form of expression, but to become a moment of peace. “We are all busy and constantly working to check off the next task. Slowing down takes intention and effort for most of us. I believe pairing your favorite scent with your ‘slow down’ rituals not only makes the experience more enjoyable but also sends a signal to our brain that lets us know we can officially relax.” Each year, Scott releases seasonal favorites like Cider Festival, but she is introducing something new this fall. She will debut Campfire Stories, which features pumpkin, marshmallow, clove, caramel and spice notes. Whether you are looking for a seasonal fragrance, a signature scent, custom candles for your business or a moment of peace, Pepper Cottage Co. has a variety of options. Products are available locally at retailers like Public Square Marketplace in Lebanon, Modern Revival in Watertown and The Village Forager in Mt. Juliet. All of the fragrances are also available with shipping or free local pickup at PepperCottageCo.com.

Without the support of family, friends, customers, and other business owners, I do not think Pepper Cottage would be where it is today.

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It can make us feel more confident, remind us of a loved one, or make parts of our personalities almost become tangible.

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PHOTOGRAPHY BY JOHN MEDIANA

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TN Medicare Concierge Takes the Stress Out of Healthcare

GOLDEN YEARS MADE SIMPLE

Elizabeth Hobdy Jones and husband Brad Jones serve the local community with their insurance expertise. In this Q&A, Elizabeth shares how they take the overwhelm out of navigating Medicare.

YOU AND YOUR HUSBAND, BRAD, FOUNDED TN MEDICARE CONCIERGE. WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO LAUNCH THE ONE-STOP SHOP FOR THE LOCAL 65+ COMMUNITY?

Brad and I have spent our entire lives in Gallatin, and serving this community has always been more than a career — it’s personal. After years of helping families protect what matters most through home, auto, life and business insurance, we realized there was a huge need for trusted, local guidance when people became eligible for Medicare. That’s why we founded TN Medicare Concierge. We wanted to offer a true concierge experience — one where education comes first, every recommendation is personalized and our clients know they’ll always have a local team to call long after enrollment is complete.

NAVIGATING MEDICARE CAN BE OVERWHELMING. HOW DOES YOUR AGENCY GUIDE LOCAL SENIORS THROUGH IT WITH PERSONALIZED CARE? EXP E RT H E LP | HEALTH + WE LLN E SS

No two people are alike, so we don’t believe Medicare should be approached with a onesize-fits-all mindset. Our first conversation isn’t about selling a plan — it’s about getting to know the person sitting across from us. We learn about their doctors, prescriptions, travel habits, budget, health concerns and future goals before discussing any options. From there, we compare plans from multiple carriers and explain everything in plain language. We encourage questions and take as much time as needed because we believe understanding your coverage is just as important as choosing it.

FOR SOMEONE COMPLETELY NEW TO THIS TRANSITION, WHAT IS A COMMON MISCONCEPTION PEOPLE HAVE ABOUT “ORIGINAL MEDICARE?”

One of the biggest misconceptions is that Medicare covers everything once you turn 65.

In reality, Original Medicare covers many important medical services, but it doesn’t cover everything. Many people are surprised to learn that routine dental care, vision exams, hearing aids and many prescription drug costs are not automatically included. Others don’t realize there are deductibles, coinsurance and out-of-pocket expenses that can add up quickly without additional coverage. Our job is to educate — not scare people. Once someone understands where those gaps exist, we can help them find a plan that protects both their health and their retirement budget.

WITH CONSTANT SHIFTS IN HEALTHCARE POLICIES AND DRUG COVERAGE, HOW DOES TN MEDICARE CONCIERGE SERVE AS A LONG-TERM LIAISON FOR CLIENTS, ENSURING THEIR PLANS CONTINUE TO SERVE THEM WELL? CONTINUED >

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Every year during Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period, we proactively review our clients’ coverage to make sure it still fits their needs. Prescription formularies change, provider networks evolve and new plans become available each year. Instead of expecting our clients to keep up with all of those changes themselves, we do that work for them.

“WE WANTED TO OFFER A TRUE CONCIERGE EXPERIENCE — ONE WHERE EDUCATION COMES FIRST, EVERY RECOMMENDATION IS PERSONALIZED AND OUR CLIENTS KNOW THEY'LL ALWAYS HAVE A LOCAL TEAM TO CALL LONG AFTER ENROLLMENT IS COMPLETE.”

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BEYOND FINDING THE RIGHT POLICY, WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO YOUR AGENCY TO BUILD LONG-TERM RELATIONSHIPS WITH YOUR CLIENTS HERE IN THE GALLATIN COMMUNITY?

Many of our clients become friends. We run into them at church, the grocery store, local restaurants and community events. Their children become our clients, and before long we’re helping multiple generations of the same family. That level of trust is something we never take for granted.

CAN YOU SHARE A MOMENT OR A PIECE OF FEEDBACK FROM A LOCAL NEIGHBOR THAT REMINDS YOU WHY YOU TAKE THIS RESPONSIBILITY SO PERSONALLY?

One of the greatest compliments we receive is when someone tells us, “I finally understand my Medicare.”

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Purpose The Vintage Sparrow Creates Wearable Reminders of Hope

ARTICLE BY MADISON AICHELE | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED BY THE VINTAGE SPARROW

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Annie Moss did not start out trying to create a business. She began making jewelry with Scripture and encouraging messages at her kitchen table in 2014 to raise money for a missions trip. When women in the community continued asking Moss where they could find her jewelry, she recognized the desire for products that were meaningful, encouraging and offered hope. The idea grew to meet the needs of those around her, eventually becoming The Vintage Sparrow. From a kitchen table to becoming a nationally recognized brand featured on QVC, Annie Moss retains the same heart for her customers. Moss says, “While the reach has grown, the mission has never changed — to encourage women and point them toward the hope found in Christ.” To Moss, wearing pieces of encouragement can center anyone during moments they need Annie Moss those reminders most. She says, “There’s something powerful about wearing a reminder of Scripture or an encouraging word throughout the day. Whether someone glances down at a bracelet during a difficult meeting or puts on a t-shirt before heading out the door, those small reminders can quietly point their hearts back to God’s promises. It’s an everyday way to carry truth with you wherever life takes you.” While The Vintage Sparrow has taken flight throughout the nation, Moss’s heart holds a special place for the community that built her. She says, “This community believed in The Vintage Sparrow long before anyone else did. From our very first wholesale account on the Gallatin Square to the relationships we’ve built over the years, Gallatin will always be part of our story. No matter how much we grow, it’s important to me that we continue investing in the women, families, and community that helped shape who we are.” For Moss, the growth has been nothing short of miraculous. She says, “It’s been a journey that only God could have written.” TheVintageSparrowJewelry.com | @thevintagesparrow

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As the season transitions into fall, it still features the warm, sunny days of summer but nights start to drop into the crisp temperatures. That leaves us in the limbo of wanting cool, refreshing drinks part of the time but also craving the deeper, spice-infused flavors of autumn. This recipe for apple cider sangria is the perfect blending of the seasons, leaving you feeling both refreshed and warmed through the deep flavors and interesting hints of spice. It’s a great drink to add to any dinner party, cocktail gathering, back deck after-hours get-together, or birthday bash. Here’s what you need to make the perfect mid-season cocktail to enhance whatever event you have planned.

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INGREDIENTS:

DIRECTIONS:

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Combine all ingredients together and stir. Refrigerate for an hour or so (or longer) before serving. The drink can be enjoyed immediately, if desired, but the longer you let the ingredients sit and mix, the deeper the flavors will be. Giving it time to develop will make the drink more captivating and interesting.

1 bottle, standard size, of pinot grigio 2 1/2 cups fresh apple cider 1 cup club soda 1/2 cup ginger brandy 3 Honeycrisp apples, chopped 3 pears, chopped

NOTE: Regular brandy can be used, but ginger brandy gives it an extra kick of flavor.

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THE Style OF CONFIDENT Movement Why Taking Care of Your Body Never Goes Out of Style ARTICLE BY ELISE NEWKIRK | PHOTOGRAPHY BY LOOKING GLASS PHOTOGRAPHY/PUSH FOCUS

Style isn’t just about what you wear - it’s about how you move through life. Whether that’s climbing stadium stairs, taking a vacation or working in the yard, the ability to stay active is one of the greatest predictors of quality of life as we age. Yet many people assume stiffness, aching joints and chronic pain are simply part of getting older. The physicians and providers at Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics’ new Lebanon office say that doesn’t have to be the case. Founded in 1949 in Columbus, Georgia by Dr. Jack Hughston, Hughston Clinic - along with its president, Dr. Cornelius - is invested in the health of the community and continuing Dr. Hughston’s legacy of innovation, education, and care for the community. Remaining active isn’t simply about avoiding injury. It’s about preserving independence, confidence and the freedom to enjoy everyday life. Many of the biggest factors influencing long-term joint health are well within our control. “Movement is life,” says Dr. Jonathan Cornelius. “If you can’t move well, it is very hard to stay healthy. Our job is to keep you in motion.” Across every specialty at Hughston Clinic, the goal is the same: helping patients stay active and continue doing the things they love. Dr. Shawn Mountain points to growing research showing that inactivity affects far more than sore joints. As we age, a sedentary lifestyle contributes to muscle loss, balance problems and a greater risk of falls and fractures, making strength one of the best investments in long-term health.

PAIN ISN’T SOMETHING YOU HAVE TO “LIVE WITH”

One of the biggest myths orthopedic specialists hear is that pain is simply the price of getting older.

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Dr. Cornelius

Ann Beadle, RN, ACNP

Dr. Richie

“The short answer is that pain does not have to be part of life as we age,” says Dr. Cornelius. While occasional aches may come and go, persistent pain deserves attention because treatments are often available to improve both comfort and quality of life. Nurse Practitioner Ann Beadle encourages patients not to ignore pain that lingers despite rest or begins interfering with sleep, while Physician Assistant Kristina Moore says pain lasting longer than expected - or discomfort during activities that never used to hurt - is another sign it’s time for an evaluation. Too often, people slowly adapt to pain. They stop taking walks, skip pickleball, avoid

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stairs or pass on family activities, gradually shrinking their world. Addressing orthopedic concerns early often means more treatment options and better outcomes.

EARLIER CARE OFTEN MEANS BETTER OUTCOMES

Early intervention doesn’t necessarily mean surgery. More often, it means finding ways to avoid it. Dr. Cornelius notes that arthritis frequently responds well to non-surgical treatments long before joint replacement becomes necessary. Likewise, Dr. Will Melton says conditions such as carpal tunnel and cubital tunnel syndrome often improve with simple measures like nighttime bracing and activity modification when caught early. Orthopedic care has also evolved dramatically. Dr. Cornelius and Kristina Moore point to robotic-assisted joint replacement, which has made procedures more precise and recovery faster. Many procedures that once required hospital stays are now performed on an outpatient basis.

SURGERY ISN’T THE FIRST ANSWER

Perhaps the biggest misconception patients have is that walking into an orthopedic clinic automatically means they’ll need surgery. “The biggest misconception about seeing an orthopaedic surgeon is that it will likely lead to surgery,” says Dr. Lucas Richie. “A majority of patients seeing an orthopaedist can be treated without surgery.” Dr. Cornelius agrees, emphasizing that surgery is only one of many tools available to help patients feel and move better. Dr. Melton puts it even more simply: “Surgery is rarely the answer at the first visit. It should always be the last option.”

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Dr. Jennifer O’Donnell shares that philosophy in her spine practice, explaining that she first works to exhaust nonsurgical treatment options whenever possible. While some spinal conditions ultimately require surgery, patients deserve to understand every available option before moving forward. Instead, every treatment plan begins with understanding the person - not just the diagnosis. “I always tell patients that I am treating them and not their X-ray,” says Dr. Melton. Learning about a patient’s family, responsibilities and personal goals helps shape the best path forward. Dr. Richie believes every patient has unique goals and circumstances, while Dr. Mountain emphasizes involving patients in treatment decisions. Dr. O’Donnell adds that even patients undergoing the same procedure may require very different surgical approaches, reinforcing that orthopedic care is never one-size-fits-all.

Dr. O'Donnell

SMALL HABITS MAKE A BIG DIFFERENCE

Protecting your joints doesn’t require dramatic lifestyle changes. While each provider has a different specialty, their advice is remarkably consistent: keep moving. For spine health, Dr. O’Donnell recommends daily walking, regular exercise, good posture and maintaining a healthy weight. Across the Hughston team, the message is clear: pair regular movement with strength training, balanced nutrition, quality sleep and low-impact activities like walking, yoga or cycling to help maintain mobility for years to come. Their message is simple: healthy aging isn’t about slowing down - it’s about preparing your body to keep doing the things you love. As Dr. Richie puts it, “We don’t stop moving because we get old - we get old because we stop moving.” Whether your goal is traveling with confidence, enjoying your favorite hobbies or keeping up with your grandchildren, taking care of your body today is one of the best investments you can make in tomorrow. Because confidence never goes out of style - and neither does the freedom to keep moving. Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics’ new Lebanon office is located at 115 Willard Hagan Drive, Suite 100. For more information, visit tn.hughston.com.

Activities That Never Go Out Of Style: • • • • • •

Walking every day Saying yes to the pickleball game Playing on the floor with your grandkids Standing a little taller with good posture Listening when your body tells you something isn’t right Seeking care before pain limits your life

The physicians and providers at Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics agree that healthy aging isn’t about slowing down - it’s about protecting your ability to keep doing the things you love. After all, confidence never goes out of style... and neither does movement. Healthy aging isn’t about slowing down - it’s about preparing your body to keep doing the things you love.

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Grab the girls and spend the weekend in style in Columbus, Georgia. It is the second-largest city in Georgia and the hometown of author Allen Levi, and its charm inspired his New York Times bestselling novel “Theo of Golden.” With the scenic Southern city less than a six-hour drive away from Lebanon, it is an easy excursion with plenty to pack into the trip. Columbus offers more than its fair share of stylish boutiques and shopping options. Whether you are looking for an elevated fashion outing with friends at River Oak Boutique and The Posh Peach or searching for local, handmade gems at FarmHer Mercantile, there is something for everyone. From shopping to art, inspiration abounds in Columbus. Visit the Columbus Museum, Gallery on 10th or the Bo Bartlett Center and enjoy the creativity of regional artists, or catch performances at the historic Springer Opera House and RiverCenter for the Performing Arts. While there are many things to do, there are also plenty of ways to unwind. Get a relaxing facial or massage at Sunday’s Ultimate Day Spa or CaraVail Med Spa. Enjoy the beauty of Columbus Botanical Garden or embark on the scenic Chattahoochee RiverWalk. Whether searching for locally crafted souvenirs, shopping for a new statement piece or soaking in riverfront views, Columbus is a memorable weekend destination.

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“We had to bring in two loads of dirt to have a groundbreaking,” recalls Don Stansberry, speaking about the ceremony that initiated construction of the Nashville Superspeedway, which is celebrating its 25th year of operation this year. “After all, it was in the heart of a several hundred-acre cedar thicket, anchored by a Wilson County limestone floor, and home to scores of Timber Rattlesnakes,” said Stansberry, an attorney and general overseer of properties owned by the family responsible for building the 1.33-mile concrete track near Gladeville about 15 miles south of Lebanon. Held on August 26, 1999, the Nashville Superspeedway groundbreaking was a green flag event for an opening NASCAR Busch Series (now Xfinity) race held some 20 months later on April 14, 2001. The legendary Greg Biffle, killed in a 2022 airplane crash, took the checkered flag at that first race, the Pepsi 300. Building the track, an almost two-year-long $100 million construction project spread across portions of Wilson and Rutherford counties, required over 130,000 tons of concrete; has generated more than $24 million in local property taxes; and for a bonus, because ticket sales are registered in Wilson County,

all local sales tax receipts from track events go to Wilson County. The facility has a permanent seating capacity of about 25,000, but on race days that number jumps to more than 40,000 with added temporary seating. The late John W. Rollins, founder of Dover MotorSports, a Delaware company that owned the Superspeedway until the facility was sold by Dover in 2021 to Speedway Motorsports, is credited for picking the site and orchestrating construction of the venue that now hosts NASCAR Cup and Xfinity races and other events including Indy racing. Although the name says Nashville Superspeedway, network broadcasters covering races for national audiences frequently announce that the track is located near Nashville in Gladeville, “a big deal” for Wilson County and for the rural crossroads community. Jeff Rollins, son of the Superspeedway’s founder, said from the experience of Dover owning Fairgrounds Speedway at the time in Nashville, his father recognized that the region’s NASCAR fan base warranted a much larger facility. The strategy, he said his father applied, was to “build tracks in markets where there were large unserved audiences with strong broadcast ratings.” Following through on his strategy, Jeff Rollins said his dad in the late 1990’s led Dover Motorsports to buy the Grand Prix of Long Beach, St Louis Speedway, and Memphis Motorsports Park, and build the Grand Prix of Denver, Grand Prix of St. Petersburg, and Nashville Superspeedway. To build his track here, John Rollins searched along I-840 and piece by piece collected enough acreage from individual landowners to build a racing edifice designed as a D-shaped oval track that remains today NASCAR’s largest all-concrete venue. Often described as a visionary, the late Rollins founded, co-founded, acquired or was on the board of nine publicly held companies and several private companies. Stansberry said of his longtime friend that “John Rollins had the uncanny ability to look at what most would see as a worthless pile of waste and determine it to be a diamond in the rough just needing a little attention.” Speaking in May at Cumberland University’s graduation, Rollins’s widow, Michele Metrinko Rollins, told the story of her husband growing up and working on a family farm in rural Georgia, walking nine miles to school, and later educating himself through correspondence courses. The former Miss USA, who holds three degrees from Georgetown University including a Juris Doctorate, counseled the more than 1,000 graduates that to be successful in life, as her late husband, “you must work hard and practice three principles he adopted - determination, courage and integrity.” She recalled that her husband, a former Delaware Lieutenant Governor, began his distinguished career of entrepreneurship borrowing $10,000 to acquire a Ford dealership in Lewes, DE. And soon after, he purchased two other dealerships. Then he saw a need to advertise his inventory, so he acquired a couple of radio stations, and with grit and grind and hard work, John Rollins managed to turn a humble beginning into an only in America-like dream.

JOHN ROLLINS HAD THE UNCANNY ABILITY TO LOOK AT WHAT MOST WOULD SEE AS A WORTHLESS PILE OF WASTE AND DETERMINE IT TO BE A DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH JUST NEEDING A LITTLE ATTENTION. The Nashville Superspeedway is just one of the late Rollins success stories. He launched Dover Motorsports, from which the local Superspeedway got its beginning; began a car leasing company that evolved into Rollins Truck Leasing; and purchased Matlack Systems, the country’s largest bulk trucking company. He held controlling interest in Rollins Environmental Systems and served on the boards with family members of Rollins Inc – Orkin, RPC Energy, Marine Products, and Rollins Communications. He also had a significant interest and involvement with WSFS Bank, recognized as the oldest and largest locally headquartered bank in the Greater Philadelphia and Delaware region. Two companies for which he is responsible, Dover Gaming and Dover Entertainment, evolved after his death. While the family continues to own some 1,500 acres near the Superspeedway, it also has other interests. In the late 1960s Rollins purchased the historic 7,000-acre Rose Hall Plantation in Jamacia that today includes two internationally famous golf courses, The White Witch and Cinnamon Hill, a number of vacation amenities, and the plantation’s magnificent Great House mansion built around 1770. Even with these and so many other interests for which he was a part, it’s generally agreed among friends and family that one of John Rollins’s proudest accomplishments was the Nashville Superspeedway. He died at age 83 on April 4, 2000, one year and eight days before the Superspeedway staged its first race.

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Astronomy Night Under the Stars Cedars of Lebanon State Park | 7:30 PM Enjoy the first hint of fall beneath the night sky at Cedars of Lebanon State Park. The evening will begin with an engaging presentation about the constellations, followed by the opportunity to put learning into practice as you gaze up at the stars. Bring your chair, blanket and sense of wonder. Registration for the event is available at TNStateParks.com. SE PT E M BE R 1 9 T H- 2 1 ST

Birdie for ERDie Golf Scramble and ERDie's Gala The Club at Five Oaks and Farm Bureau Expo Center, South Hall | 8:00 AM Spend the weekend supporting a great cause: The ERDie Project. On Saturday, September 19 and Monday, September 21, participate in the Annual Charity Golf Scramble, supporting bone cancer research with each swing. On Sunday, September 21, attend ERDie’s Gala, a semi-formal evening featuring live music, a live auction and a silent auction. Visit TheErdieProject.com to learn more and purchase tickets. SE PT E M BE R 2 0 T H

Party on the Property Featuring the Tennessee Ice Cream Festival Empower Me Center | 2:00 PM Empower Me Center’s annual Party on the Property has a sweet twist this year. On September 20 from 2-5 p.m., enjoy homemade ice cream competitions, live entertainment, food trucks and fun family activities in what is likely to become one of Lebanon’s favorite traditions. Learn more at EmpowerMeCenter.com. CONTINUED >

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Founders Day Festival Historic Watertown | 7:00 AM Historic Watertown is hosting its first-ever Founders Day Festival. Join the town to celebrate with a Fish Fry, as well as a 5K and 1-Mile Family Run/Walk benefiting Watertown’s mission to preserve its history and the stories that make up its rich culture. Learn more about the event and sign up to participate in the races at WatertownTN.com. SE PT E M BE R 2 6T H

The Lebanon Mandate Men’s Craft Fair The Mill at Lebanon | 12:00 PM The Lebanon Mandate is a unique and purposeful craft fair for men. Each vendor will display the values of craftsmanship, integrity, and leadership in their work, while attendees will walk away strengthened and inspired, all while supporting local businesses. Golfers, father/ son duos, business leaders and more will find fellowship at The Lebanon Mandate on September 26. O C TOBE R 3 RD

Fall Mile Long Market & Yard Sale Historic Watertown | 9:00 AM Watertown’s beloved longtime tradition is back. The Mile Long Market & Yard Sale will be the perfect place to find holiday gifts and enjoy the beginning of the fall season. This year’s event promises to hold surprises and new additions on top of the familiar fun. Mark your calendars for a day of shopping, live music, delicious food and more.

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