From phone repair to gaming Summer is ending for most of the Validity readership. I feel like it is just … Read More >>

Lawrence County, Tennessee is celebrating its Bicentennial (1817-2017) with a day full of events including a “homecoming” concert by one … Read More >>

Citrus Salad is as easy as it is beautiful. Once you have filled your favorite bowl with crisp spring mix, add … Read More >>
By Cody Newbold Google announced in December that it would be breaking off its driverless car division into a new … Read More >>

How Food For All Dinner Club Nurtured Friendships and Healthful Good Vibes By Cari Griffith As an introvert, the thought of … Read More >>
By David Huneycutt, M.D., Cardiologist Eat better, exercise and lose weight. These are easily among the top 10 resolutions many … Read More >>

By Becky Jane Newbold She grew up an only child, destined to entertain herself in a grown up world, always … Read More >>
Why don’t we write love letters to our friends? Friends are the life savers and the cheerleaders of our lives, … Read More >>

A Christmas Open House is planned at Dusty Diamonds, October 23rd from 2 p.m.- 4 p.m. Find them in 532 South Main … Read More >>

By Melissa Wickline While searching Craigslist for an antique dresser, I met Kathy Sawyer and made an instant friend for … Read More >>

By Becky Jane Newbold Early morning fog was just lifting from the valley and harvest along the ridge was almost … Read More >>

It was our recent pleasure to speak with Columbia artist Jennifer Grisham about an exhibit of her work to be … Read More >>
Bacon-wrapped dates are a phenomenal option for an appetizer or party as well. You cannot go-wrong with bringing this dish … Read More >>

Mediterranean food is at the top of the list for me. We have a local Moroccan restaurant near our house, … Read More >>

Tabouli, or tabbouleh, is a popular middle eastern dish with as many pronunciations as there are variations on its recipe. … Read More >>

As fall and October approach, we think of cooler weather, pumpkins and, of course, the annual Harvest Fest in beautiful … Read More >>
MADISON CO, MS – On Monday, July 25, 2016, at 8:53 a.m., emergency responders were dispatched to a collision involving a motor … Read More >>

Serves 2 large or 4 small Ingredients (for salad): 1 cup dry quinoa 2 cups vegetable broth 1-2 medium avocados … Read More >>

Ingredients: 1 sugar cube 2 dashes Angostura bitters 1 teaspoon water or club soda 2 oz whiskey or bourbon Orange … Read More >>
Over the next few weeks, into late July and August, you may notice that birds almost seem to be disappearing. … Read More >>

The place to be for art lovers August 5-6 is Columbia, Tennessee. This event will have art from 30 artists, … Read More >>
By Bill Bryson Publisher: Doubleday Bill Bryson is back with another witty tale of his walks, hikes, drives and rides … Read More >>

Music City is known for honky tonks, cowboy boots and barbecue joints. So surely, outdoor lovers won’t find a quiet … Read More >>

While adopting a completely meat-free diet isn’t necessarily practical or desired by most families, going one day a week without … Read More >>
People always say happy is something you must learn how to be. As teenagers and young adults, most feel that … Read More >>

Ingredients: Approximately ½ cup champagne Approximately ½ cup blood orange juice Blood orange slices, to garnish Instructions: Place half an … Read More >>

When I wake up in the morning, the first thing on my mind is breakfast. On slow mornings at home, … Read More >>

Read our July issue here. … Read More >>

As we enter June, we are at the height of the nesting season for most of our local avifauna. And … Read More >>

Ingredients: 1 oz vodka 1 oz blue curacao liqueur Lemonade to taste Lime or lemon slices as garnish Instructions: Combine … Read More >>