A classic car show, Swiss Pantry donuts, a beer festival, karaoke on the lake, and a scarecrow festival ... there's lots to do this weekend in southern, middle Tennessee.
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Nearest Green Distillery releases first rye whiskey
WHISKEY INDUSTRY NEWS | The Nearest Green Distillery recently introduced its first rye whiskey. Bottles are going fast and only available at the Bedford County distillery.
Camp Blount plans Volunteer Days for Friday and Saturday
LOCAL HISTORY | It's one of the few Tennessee historical sites associated with the War of 1812 and it's located in nearby Fayetteville. Organizers plan Camp Blount Volunteer Days for Friday and Saturday.
State turns Savage Gulf into a separate state park
TOURISM NEWS | Its vast acreage and unique characteristics warrant its designation as an official state park, according to state officials. On Thursday, TDEC announced that Savage Gulf would become state park number 57.
4 reasons to check out Uncle Dave Macon Days on Oct. 7-8 in Murfreesboro
THINGS TO DO | A headlining bluegrass band that plays tunes from The Zombie's to Beyoncé? Yes please. Don't miss Uncle Dave Macon Days on October 7-8.
Byron Copeland graduates from the Nearest & Jack Leadership Acceleration Program
WHISKEY INDUSTRY NEWS | Byron Copeland is the latest graduate of the Nearest & Jack Advancement Initiative. Jack Daniel's recently named him the Manager of Leadership Acceleration and Maturation Innovation at the Lynchburg distillery.
Lucky Duck launches 25-mile kayak and canoe trip
TOURISM NEWS | A river rental company owned by a trio of Lynchburg folks is expanding. Lucky Duck River Rentals recently launched a 25-mile kayak and canoe trip.
Beersheba Springs Art Show happens this weekend
THINGS TO DO | It's a one-of-a-kind setting for an art show and one that boasts over 200 vendors offering only handmade and artisan items for sale. The Beersheba Springs Art Show kicks off the fall festival season this weekend.
Uncle Nearest named to INC 5000 list
WHISKEY INDUSTRY NEWS | Based on their expansive growth and award-winning whiskey, INC Magazine recently named Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey to its 2022 Inc. 5000 List.
Mary Jo Guinn dies at age 76
LOCAL OBITUARY | Mary Jo Guinn died on Tuesday at Vanderbilt Tullahoma. Visitation will take place on Friday with funeral services to follow on Saturday in Tullahoma.