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Lifestyle Shows features local and regional shows that spotlight living well in the Upper Cumberland, from home and design to wellness, food, business, and community stories. This category highlights personalities, trends, and conversations shaping everyday life.

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Serving Beyond the Badge: How Marc deClaire Created the Cookeville Human Fund

Marc deClaire, named one of Cookeville Lifestyle Magazine’s Most Influential People in its 2022 premiere issue, founded the Cookeville Human Fund to provide immediate help to neighbors in crisis.
OCT 29 · BY CHELSEA DARTEZ
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From Neighbors to Brewers: How Red Silo Became a Craft Beer Destination in Cookeville

Discover how neighbors Mark Van der Bleek and Jim Helton turned a shared love of craft beer into Red Silo, Cookeville’s first tasting room and a cornerstone of the Westside revival.
OCT 29 · BY CHELSEA DARTEZ
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Brewing Inclusion: How Cigi England Created Opportunity Through The Exceptional Bean

Cigi England, featured on the cover of Cookeville Lifestyle Magazine’s premiere edition and named a Most Influential Person, founded The Exceptional Bean to create meaningful employment for people with disabilities.
OCT 29 · BY CHELSEA DARTEZ
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Ben Prine: The Chick-fil-A Leader Shaping Community and Service in Cookeville

Ben Prine, named one of Upper Cumberland Lifestyle’s Most Influential People in its 2022 premiere edition, has transformed Chick-fil-A Cookeville through servant leadership, community service, and generosity.
OCT 29 · BY CHELSEA DARTEZ
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Cookeville Lifestyle Magazine Premiere Edition Launch Party | Photo Gallery

Relive the Cookeville Lifestyle Magazine Premiere Edition Launch Party with highlights and photos celebrating local businesses, community leaders, and the official debut event.
OCT 29 · BY CHELSEA DARTEZ
Woman smiling in casual black top and ripped jeans, representing vibrant lifestyle in Upper Cumberla.
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Food to the Rescue: Ashley Swann’s Mission to End Childhood Hunger in Cookeville

Inspired by faith and community, Cookeville native Ashley Swann founded Food to the Rescue to ensure local children never go hungry. Learn how one calling became a movement.
OCT 29 · BY CHELSEA DARTEZ

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