IN THIS ISSUE · SPRING 2026 — Read the cover story

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Cookeville Organizations Partner to Drive Global Entrepreneurship in Kenya

Nonprofit Spotlight highlights local organizations making a real impact in the Upper Cumberland. This category features missions, programs, events, and the people behind nonprofits working to strengthen the community.

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A Hometown Healer: Dr. Carole Lovell’s 30-Year Mission

Meet Carole Lovell and Personal Growth Counseling, a Cookeville mental health practice offering EMDR, TMS, Spravato®, and compassionate care for 30+ years.
JAN 28 · BY CHELSEA DARTEZ

From Injury to Impact: Britt Akers and the Community That Built Him

How mentorship, teamwork, and a family-owned business helped shape one of Cookeville’s most respected local leaders.
JAN 28 · BY CHELSEA DARTEZ
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Virgin Falls Hike through Scotts Gulf Wilderness

Virgin Falls is one of Tennessee’s most sought-after hikes. Located in Scotts Gulf Wilderness, it delivers raw beauty, rugged trails, and true Upper Cumberland adventure.
JAN 24 · BY COOKEVILLELDEV

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