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ather's Day at my house begins around 6 a.m. with a gentle nudge and heartfelt greeting from my adoring son.

“Ed?” “Sam.” (Yes, we’re on a first-name basis.)

“Can I have the iPad?” Thus sets in motion a day that will be jam-packed with tasks and chores designed to remind me just how much I’m “appreciated.”

In the morning my goal is to take care of the dogs, run a couple of errands, feed the family and clean the kitchen all in time to prepare lunch. When that’s out of the way, I step outside to experience a sort of “groundhog moment.” If it’s unusually warm, I’m facing three hours of yard work. If it’s raining, I clean the garage.

Barring injury, the second half of the afternoon entails the first actual “father-son” activities of the day (only because the tablet needs recharging). This could mean a visit to the neighborhood pool or a bike ride. But more often than not, it’s one-on-one hoops in the driveway.

A typical game begins with Sam explaining the rules for 25 minutes, followed by five minutes of rigged competition during which Sam can amend the rules at any time, or call a foul if I make a shot.

On Father's Day I always have this naïve notion that I’m going to find a few minutes to tend to a few work-related emails, or get an hour to mindlessly plunk on a guitar while watching a game. The last time that happened, I was interrupted after 15 minutes for some crisis or another that could not wait, and that I certainly could not repair.

Last year was one of the best Father's Days yet. I took care of the yard the day before and nothing in the house broke that weekend. Sam and I had a good time at the pool and I even got to have a cigar while grilling some prodigious steaks for dinner.

I’ll settle for that any day.

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Around Town

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Driver’s Notebook

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Local Limelight

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Animal Kingdom

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Around Town

AROUND TOWN

RACE RAISES $30,600 FOR TENNESSEE BAPTIST CHILDREN’S HOME

launch a student loan reimbursement program to encourage more

The Tennessee Baptist Children’s Homes (TBCH), an organization

nurses to work in assisted living.

that provides loving homes for children in crisis, doubled its goal by rais-

Brentwood-based Brookdale’s initiative comes as the U.S. Bureau

ing $30,600 at the annual Run for Kids event on April 16 in Brentwood.

of Labor Statistics projects the country’s nurse shortfall will exceed

Proceeds from the race directly benefit the care of up to 33 children at any one time. TBCH is funded privately and does not accept government grants.

one million by 2022.

At Brookdale assisted living communities, nurses are hired as health and wellness directors. They oversee clinical services, lead

“It is incredible how much the Nashville community came out to

health and wellness programming, and manage care associates.

support our organi-

“This is a different kind of path than hospital nursing and it is a

zation and its chil-

very important one,” said Kim Estes, senior vice president of clinical

dren we care for,” said

services for Brookdale. “Rather than providing hands-on care, these

Jeff McGinnis, Middle

nurses shape the overall quality and content of care their communi-

Tennessee Regional

ty’s seniors receive on a daily basis.”

Development Officer.

The new initiative will reimburse up to $7,000 of a newly hired

“To my knowledge,

Brookdale health and wellness director’s student loans. The program

this is the most we’ve

is in addition to the educational reimbursement program already in

ever raised. I want to

place at Brookdale.

give a huge ‘thank you’ to our title sponsor, The Gardner School. Because of them, all of our expenses were paid which means every cent collected from runners went directly to help care for the children in our care.”

The position can be a match for nurses with a range of experience, including those who are recently graduated.

Brookdale’s launch of the nurse student loan reimbursement initiative coincided with National Nurses Week, May 6 – 12. To apply for a

Run for Kids is an annual event that invites the surrounding communities to support children in crisis. These children come into the care of TBCH to lead as much of a normal life as possible.

Funds and awareness raised from the Run for Kids and Kars4Kids Nashville events help to provide care, security and support necessary

position with Brookdale, visit BrookdaleCareers.com.

FOUR QUORUM CLIENT HOSPITALS NAMED AS 2016 SAFECARE HOSPITALS Four Quorum Health Resources (Quorum) client hospitals were named as 2016 100 SafeCare Hospitals.

to help raise them.

The Run for Kids event included a 5K Run/Walk, 2-Mile Family Fun

“We are very proud to see Quorum client hospitals recognized for

Run and a 1-Mile Kids Run. In conjunction with the races, TBCH held

leading the way in healthcare improvement,” said Quorum President

a Kars4Kids Nashville show after the race showcasing vintage cars,

and CEO Mickey Bilbrey. “These facilities are excelling in the evi-

trucks and motorcycles. Kars4Kids Nashville raised funds for the kids

dence-based metrics of healthcare quality, patient safety and effi-

and house parents’ summer activities fund.

ciency of care.” visit

The SafeCare Group® published the first 100 SafeCare Hospitals®

TNRunForKids.org or learn more about TBCH and its fundrais-

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Driver’s Notebook

MUSK’S STATE OF THE ART, AFFORDABLE ELECTRIC CAR IS FINALLY HERE ARTICLE DONALD HAWKINS | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

2016 TESLA MODEL 3 Base Price: $35,000 EPA Range: 215 miles per charge Est. tax credit: $7,500 Body Type: Sedan Seats: 5 Features: Autopilot Hardware,

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n 2006, Elon Musk published a blog post outlining his long-term vision for Tesla. At the time, Tesla was still two years away from delivering the first Roadster, the company’s first product.

The strategy of Tesla is to enter at the high end of the market, where customers are prepared to pay a premium,” Musk said. “Then, we’ll drive down market as fast as possible to higher unit volume and lower prices with each successive model.

The base-level Tesla Model 3 will come standard with a rear-mounted single motor capable of launching the car from a standstill to 60 miles per hour in about six seconds. A high-performance dual-motor AWD configuration will also be offered, though Tesla has offered little in the way of performance stats for the car. Journalists who were offered the opportunity to ride in the car reported a high-performance feel that would be familiar to anyone who has been in a Tesla.

Tesla announced the driving range in the Model 3 to be “at least 215 miles.” Achieving a 215mile range will require a pack, most likely, of about 50 kilowatt-hours. Some analysts believe that Tesla is already approaching a 12

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Supercharging cost of $200 per kWh, which would put the Model 3’s pack Photos courtesy of Tesla Motors at around $10,000. Tesla’s long-term goal is to use mass For more information, visit production at its NevadaTeslaMotors.com based factory to bring the cost well below this level.

A 240-volt Tesla home charging station costs $750, not including installation. We expect the Model 3 to use an on-board 10 kW charger, like its sibling vehicles. This means owners can add 30 or more miles of range for every hour of charging at home. With its sizable battery pack providing more than 200 miles of driving range—and the average commuter traveling about 40 miles per day—most drivers will find they have plenty of energy reserves on a daily basis.

In terms of longer distance highway trips, Tesla offers its current vehicle owners free access to around 400 Supercharger sites in the United States. These high-speed fast-chargers are capable of bringing a Model S battery pack to 80 percent of capacity in about 40 minutes.

This opens up new possibilities for interstate travel for many EV drivers.

The Model 3 is slated to begin production in late 2017, but chances are you’ll be in for a much longer wait if you didn’t put down a $1,000 refundable deposit in the first hour after Tesla began accepting pre-orders. In just two weeks, Tesla registered more than 300,000 pre-orders—a level of interest that is truly unprecedented for a car that nobody has driven yet and barely seen.

Elon Musk’s stated goal is 500,000 deliveries by 2020, though many analysts doubt this projection in light of how long it has taken for Tesla to reach peak production capacity in the past—as well as the company’s dependency on reaching full production at its battery factory.

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Journey Enjoying the ARTICLE ED ATLAS

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hether you’ve made the journey yourself or know someone who has, you’re likely familiar with the path that has led so many to this region in search of musical stardom. But in recent years, not many have traveled that road with a voice as radio-friendly as Joanna Yaeger.

Whether it’s a country hit, a tame, acoustic version of a hard-rock classic or her new single, “Wont’ Be Moved,” Yaeger delivers the goods with easy power that belies her 24 years.

“I’ve been singing since I could talk and written poems since I was a little girl,” she says. “I’d run around the house singing at the top of my lungs. I said I would do this when I was five years old.”

Early on, Yaeger won various local contests by entering talent shows and appearing in school productions in her hometown of Horseheads, a town of about 20,000 in the Finger Lakes region of upstate New York.

She calls her move to the Nashville area a “leap of faith” with the blessing of her family. “I thank God for giving me the gift of music, and my family for encouraging me and being so supportive. Life is about trying and that’s why I’m here.”

She may come from a small town in upstate New York but she came with big-time sensibilities. Even though she knew only one other person in town upon her arrival in Brentwood two years ago, she wasted no time networking, writing, recording and promoting.

That has resulted in numerous appearances in local singer-songwriter venues, a recurring Monday evening slot at The Row Kitchen and Pub in downtown Nashville, and a recent performance for a packed house at Puckett’s Boathouse in Franklin. And it’s on stage where Yaeger excels.

“Performing is not necessarily therapy but it’s a way to put my heart out,” she says. “If I’m feeling it, someone else probably is, too. When that happens, I can affect somebody in a positive manner. Music is a good outlet for me and when someone else relates to it, it becomes the start of a conversation.”

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It was during her 90-minute set at the Boathouse that Yaeger was able to engage the audience with a repertoire that transitioned between soft dinner-hour fare, pop-flavored country and emotional, but inspiring ballads like “Words They Say.” Written in 2013, the song tackles the subject of childhood bullying and was featured in Shattered Silence, a suicide-prevention documentary that appeared on GodTV. “Growing up, everyone experiences a let down, or they’re picked-on or bullied. I was not an exception,” says Yaeger. “I believe everyone has value, but sometimes it’s hard to see that. Everyone has a purpose and is meant for greatness.”

Her set closed with a velvety version of “Won’t Be Moved,” the Nashville-penned anthem co-written with Emma Brooke and Sullivan Music. It's the first single from her forthcoming EP produced by Jordan Sloat. “This is the first song I came out with since I’ve been in Nashville and I’m really proud of it,” says Yaeger. “The girls I wrote it with were also new to town and it’s about knowing who you are and standing your ground with your head held high.”

And few people who have traveled the road to Music City have emerged with their head held as high as Joanna Yaeger.

For more information, including tour dates and music clips, please visit JoannaYaeger.com.

Animal Kingdom

For more information on petsitting, call Mike Wooldridge at 615.330-6361. For information about boarding, contact Harpeth Valley Animal Hospital at 615.673.0100, or visit the kennel online at HVAnimalHospital.com.

Finding the

Right Vacation Care for your 4-Legged Friends BETWEEN KENNELS AND SITTERS, PET-OWNERS HAVE OPTIONS WHEN TRAVELING. ARTICLE MOLLY POWERS | PHOTOGRAPHY ED ATLAS

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ummertime means more time for picnics, outdoor concerts,

of kennels. “One of the benefits is that [the pets] are in their own

and of course, vacations. Whether you’re exploring the

environment,” Wooldridge said. “I establish a routine that makes them

mountains or lounging on the beach, June is the perfect time

comfortable and give them lots of personal attention.”

for a getaway. However, finding reliable pet care while you’re on

Wooldridge typically visits pets a minimum of two times per day,

vacation can be a stressful task, unless you know where to look.

and spends at least 20-30 minutes per visit. When he first meets with

And in the Brentwood area there are reliable sources for petsit-

an owner, he makes sure to listen and understand what schedule

ting and traditional boarding.

would be best for the pet, and then makes sure the pets don’t feel

Mike Wooldridge started his pet-sitting career over 18 years ago.

What began as a small side business has grown to a thriving full-time occupation that provides quality petsitting services for short vacations or long trips.

lonely or anxious. When he’s at a house, “specifically paying attention to your pet is my total focus,” he said.

Wooldridge uses his phone to stay in touch with owners, but recently has branched out into text messages. He enjoys being able

While any dog or cat may benefit from petsitting, Wooldridge’s

to provide personalized service to all his customers and has devel-

services are especially helpful to clients with older pets, pets with

oped relationships with many pet owners in the community. “I’m

high anxiety and rescue animals that may have negative memories

taking care of second- and third-generation pets now. "People like

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“I meet personally with each dog that checks in,” says Richard Ray, the kennel manager at HVAH. “I make owners feel comfortable so that you know I’m going to take care of your baby.” When their pet first arrives, owners are invited to bring their own beds or toys for the kennels, and Ray also provides covers, towels, and other pet accessories. The animals are provided with multiple daily walks, as well as opportunities to play outside in the mornings and evenings.

“I make owners feel comfortable so that you know I’m going to take care of your baby.”

If you feel anxious about leaving your pet, Ray also provides a tour of the kennels for prospective customers. “Those are actually my favorite type of people,” Ray said. “I like being able to show them around and make them feel comfortable.”

When making reservations at HVAH, Ray suggests that you book “as soon as you know.” Although holidays and summers are the busiest times, spots can fill up quickly at any time of year.

When making the decision about vacation pet care, it’s important to consider options that can provide your pet with companionship, entertainment, and reassurance. The key is to find the right fit for you and your four-legged friends. Whether that’s hiring a sitter or making reservations at a kennel, you can have a relaxing vacation either way, knowing your pet is in good hands.

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BURGERS, SPIRITS & BREWS Brentwood’s Best Burgers & Watering Holes ARTICLE JAY WILKE PHOTOGRAPHY BO BRADSHAW AND ED ATLAS

hat do guys really like? From daytime talk shows to magazine articles to advice columns, no one seems to have a definitive answer. Do they like football? Do they enjoy monster trucks? Power tools?

Golf? Fishing? We can argue endlessly about what should end up on the master list, but there are three things guys like that we can almost universally agree on: burgers, spirits and brews. Luckily for the “manly men” in Brentwood who love all three, this area has a wealth of options to explore and enjoy. For those on the hunt for something new and exciting, we’ve compiled a list of some local suggestions.

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FOR BURGERS: f you’re craving a manly burger for lunch in

BurgerFi 7010 Executive Center Dr., Suite 100 Brentwood, TN 37027

Brentwood and don’t feel like rolling through a drive-through window, head on over to BurgerFi. There you’ll find executives rolling up their sleeves and diving headfirst into some of the fattest and most sought-after burgers in town.

BurgerFi positions itself as a burger restaurant started in a gourmet kitchen by gourmet chefs.

With an emphasis on fresh ingredients, they don’t use freezers, heat lamps, microwaves or any other shortcuts for their food preparation. It’s this careful and deliberate approach to food that has won them fans across Brentwood and beyond.

Naturally, BurgerFi’s specialty is their burger. Featuring Angus beef with no hormones or antibiotics, BurgerFi offers several varieties of the American classic. Popular choices are the Twenty Eight with 28-day dry-aged ground brisket and the

called the “Cry + Fry." They also have veggie burgers, inventive

Breakfast All-Day Burger with bacon, maple syrup, hash browns, grilled

shakes, sundaes and a creative mix of hot dogs. And if it’s after work

onions, cheese and a fried egg to top it all off.

and you feel like having a brew, they even feature local beers on tap.

If a gigantic double burger isn’t enough for you, BurgerFi also offers several side items like hand-cut fries, onion rings or a massive combination of the two,

FOR SPIRITS: Wild Iris 127 Franklin Rd. Brentwood, TN 37027

For more information, check out their website at BurgerFi.com

ven the manliest men sometimes like to act like gentlemen for an evening. A great place in Brentwood to embrace your inner-upper-crust is the Wild Iris, tucked away is a small strip mall on the edge of Maryland Farms. The elegant and ornate bar area is the perfect setting to indulge in deep and classy selections of whiskey, bourbon, Scotch and hand-crafted cocktails.

Naturally, you’ll find all of the old favorites like Johnnie Walker Red Label, Maker’s Mark and Knob Creek, but you’ll also discover some high-end indulgences as well.

Wild Iris carries The Macallan 18-Year single malt, Johnnie Walker Green Label and James E. Pepper 1776 15-Year bourbon. For those wanting something from Tennessee, they’ve also got selections from Chattanooga 1816 and Jack Daniels.

If you’re more in the mood for a hand-crafted martini or cocktail, the Wild Iris has you covered. In addition to their own signature spin on traditional choices like the Manhattan, Old Fashioned and Mojito, they also have in-house creations like The Tennesseean, made with Jack Daniels, Tennessee honey and Benton’s bacon smoked honey.

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In addition to their popular bar program, the restaurant also features dishes that are the perfect accompaniment to a night of sampling whiskey and bourbon. The Braised Pork Belly and Prince Edward Island Mussels work well at the bar, while favorites like Blackened Shrimp and Grits, Spiced Cashew Crusted Lamb and Grilled Beef Tenderloin hit the spot for those wanting something a little more substantial.

Locals in the Brentwood area have embraced the Wild Iris over the years, making it one of the community’s true hidden treasures. It’s well-deserved reputation as the place to go for fine spirits has made it a favorite of gentlemen in the know and it’s easy to see why.

For more information, check out the website at WildIrisRestaurant.com

FOR BREWS: Corner Pub Brentwood 710 Old Hickory Blvd.

Brentwood, TN 37027

If you’re looking for a great place to grab a beer and watch the game with the guys, Corner Pub Brentwood is a solid bet. Featuring more than 30 TVs and NFL “Pick ‘Em” contests, the restaurant is wildly popular with both professionals and locals. And with a large variety of beers on tap, you’re practically guaranteed to find something that you like.

“We’ve got 32 craft brews on tap,” says Kyle Osmus, general manager and resident beer expert at Corner Pub Brentwood. “With eight rotating taps, we usually get something new to enjoy every week. There’s always a great variety.”

Osmus carefully cultivates the beer list with a true emphasis on local brews and hard-to-find beers like Founder’s Kentucky Breakfast Stout. He’s also instituted Thursdays as “Pint Night” and holds special beer dinners every month with local breweries like Yazoo Brewing Company.

If trying all those beers makes you hungry, Corner Pub offers burgers, chicken wings and their own take on Nashville’s popular “Meat ’N’ 3” dinners. They're also known for their unique “Cheese Beans," fried nuggets of cheddar and hot pepper cheese. With so many of the things guys like available at Corner Pub, it’s easy to see why they’re poised to be a Brentwood favorite for years to come.

“It’s great to be in Brentwood,” says Yogi Davis, managing partner of Corner Pub Brentwood. “This community has really embraced us. We don’t call our customers ‘regulars.' We call them friends. It’s our culture.”

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an exceptional place to live. We caught up with them

BRENTWOOD’S BOYS OF SUMMER

recently in CityPark at The Boardroom Salon to learn more about Brentwood’s Boys of Summer.

Meet the men whose wide ranging talents help make Brentwood a great place to live.

ARTICLE LINDA DOHSE AND MOLLY POWERS | PHOTOGRAPHY JONATHAN HOWARD

DARREN CIOFFI

Founder and Owner, Principle Cigars

As a college student, Darren Cioffi spent time traveling abroad, building a network of friends in 50 countries which led to his obsession with cigars. “I searched far and wide to satisfy my demanding palette,” he says. “I spent two decades tasting bizarre, rare and outlandish cigars—and I’m fortunate to say that today my library of vintage cigars spans the world with examples dating back to the 1870s.” The Long Island native’s passion for tobacco extends to cigar label artwork, which forms the foundation of his antique paper archives, one of the largest such collections in the world.

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JOE DUBIN

Sportscaster, Channel 4 News, WSMV-TV

Joe

Dubin

became

fascinated

with

television during one of his early jobs as a bartender. “I used to see these guys come in and was interested in the stories they told," says the former college football player (Samford). Dubin eventually took a job as a cameraman, worked in sports talk radio, and then on air at WKRN-TV. Dubin believes deeply in the philosophy of “if you want something, go do it.” That approach has served him well on air and enabled him to persevere when things weren’t going well.

“I was told ‘no’ so many times,” he says, “You have to hold on and prove others wrong.”

BRYANT HALL

Physical Therapist, Entrepreneur, Youth Pastor

Since he was a teenage food runner for the Nashville Sounds, Bryant Hall has aspired to help others and to own his own business. He has seen both to fruition. He has worked for 10 years at Star Physical Therapy in Brentwood as a physical therapist, and serves as a youth pastor at Buena Vista Church of Christ in Nashville. Hall’s father serves as pastor of the church, which is in the process of building a Family Crisis Center for at-risk youth. In 2012, Hall and three partners started their own public speaking, coaching and training business, MTN Universal. Their motto is to “help others to dream big and pursue their greatness.” For leisure, Hall spends time with his wife, Chaitra, and their three sons – Bryant, Jr. (8), Bryce (6) and Braylon (2). He also enjoys traveling and has done missionary work in Honduras.

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DAN HAMMOND

Chairman and CEO, American Hometown Media You wouldn’t know by his unassuming nature that Dan Hammond launched the three largest publishing companies in U.S. history.

But that’s what the Brentwood entrepreneur was able to achieve by telling “the good news of people living in small towns.” Today his focus is on American Hometown Media, which is, in essence, a “Facebook for recipes.” It consists of the social, vertical website justapinch.com, which houses over 485,000 recipes to date and is the largest online repository of recipes in the U.S. Hammond is also a competitive athlete and will participate in the World Championship Duathlon in Aviles, Spain this month. Earlier this year he placed sixth in his age group in the U.S. National Duathlon. But when asked what inspires him most, he says, “Outside of my faith and spiritually, the truth is I’m a Boy Scout at heart. I like seeing people do good things for one another.”

BRANDON LIN

Chief Marketing Officer, Fulin’s Restaurant

Brandon Lin was a young boy living in China when his father came to the United States and was granted political asylum. Lin immigrated in 2004, and eventually settled in Brentwood with his family. He was born into the restaurant business and was helping to manage the Brentwood Fulin’s while he was still in high school. His proudest moment came when he was accepted to New York University, where he could study and see the part of the country where his father once lived. At age 26, Lin is the Chief Marketing Officer of the Fulin’s chain, which consists of 10 restaurants in Tennessee and two in Alabama. Says Lin, “I have seen my father succeed in this business for his family, and I want to do the same for this community.”

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STEPHEN PELUSO

Senior Vice President and Trust Advisor, Regions Bank

Stephen Peluso is just like any other ex-cop bank-executive with a law degree that moonlights as a musician. The Connecticut native left the streets as a New York City police officer to study law, only to move to the Nashville area where he settled in Brentwood and now serves as a wealth manager for Regions bank. But it’s music that is his true passion.

He plays piano, saxophone and clarinet but his specialty is guitar. He loves hard rock and has a soft spot for Memphis soul. He is also a dedicated supporter of the performing arts, and sits on the board of the Nashville Ballet and the Nashville Children’s Theater. “I love the variety and diversity of the performing arts in Nashville,” he says.

STEVEN ROGERS Electrical Contractor

Steven Rogers has been fascinated by electricity for as long as he can remember and since 1998 has been working as an electrical

contractor

throughout

Middle

Tennessee. He received his M.A. license in 2003, and currently owns his own company that takes pride in creating close professional relationships with clients. He enjoys the hands-on aspect of his job and is inspired by the team he’s put together. In his free time, he can be found on local waterways. While he still enjoys waterskiing and wakeboarding, he admits that he spends more time just hanging out than making waves. Rogers has worked on projects ranging from dental offices to restaurants and retail spaces.

“There’s always something exciting around the corner,” he says.

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BOYS OF SUMMER (CON TI N U ED)

ERIC STEWART

Owner/Founder, Eric Stewart Insurance Agency

Eric Stewart moved to Franklin three years ago following a faith-driven, life-changing event. He opened the Eric Stewart Insurance Agency in the Westhaven community of Franklin. “The fun part about this business is that I am building it from the ground up.

It is challenging and fun,” Stewart says.

“It is important to me that everything we do is done for the right reasons. I strive to provide better coverage and better prices.

I don’t care what we do, as long as we do it right.” The youngest of nine children, the Pittsburgh native grew up in a low-income neighborhood where he worked odd jobs before paying his way through college as a coal industry laborer.

MICHAEL WENNERLUND Attorney, Bankruptcy Department at Wilson and Associates

As an actual Brentwood native, Michael Wennerlund is a bit of a rarity in these parts.

He only left to attend college but returned to attend the Nashville School of Law. In his current role at Brentwood’s Wilson and Associates he enjoys the challenge of being in court. “My role has really changed a lot over time, but it’s been a good, ongoing process,” he says. Wennerlund is an avid sportsman and golfer. He’s played in adult hockey leagues and lacrosse leagues. He currently lives in Crieve Hall.

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Nashville Sports with Joe Dubin

What to expect next season from Nashville's favorite teams.

ARTICLE ED ATLAS PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

Shea Weber, photo Don McPeak - USA Today Sports

Rick Stockstill Photo Brett Beerends

J

oe Dubin has been a fixture in Nashville sports media for the better part of two

decades. And as a Nashville native, he’s been dialed-in to the Middle Tennessee sports scene for his entire life.

Prior to graduating from Middle Tennessee State, Dubin played football at Samford University. He has won numerous awards for his journalistic endeavors and currently is a sports anchor and reporter at WSMV-TV. Recently he sat down with Brentwood Lifestyle

to offer his views of the local sports landscape.

BL

The Titans made big news before the draft by trading away the number one pick, and

Kermit Davis Photo Brett Beerends

Photo Brett Beerends

big news after the draft by coming away with 10 new players. How did they do?

JD

Conklin being the first pick, they certainly did

need three. I think Jon Robinson should get

that. The pick I really love though is Derrick

a solid A for his first draft.

I love this draft. Jon Robinson, the Titans

Henry, the running back out of Alabama. I

BL

general manager, has been telling me for

couldn't care less that he won the Heisman

What do you think of the Predators’ first

months, “we have to protect the franchise,”

trophy; he is a football player. Tough, mean,

round Stanley Cup playoff series win and

that being one Marcus Mariota and with Jack

gritty and will get you four yards when you

what tone does it set for next season?

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Marcus Mariota, Photo Tennessee Titans

players drafted for the second year in a row, for the first time in school history. But, the Vols have to beat Florida this year or else. If they don't, they will have a long way to go to make it to the SEC championship game

JD

Mike Mularkey

SEC so we shall see. I have to be careful

is the Nashville Predators. Something about

though, because my best friend is a coach

going to the hockey games, the environment,

on the team so I want them to win, more for

the setting that I absolutely love. My kids love

his sake, than any other reason.

MTSU often gets overlooked but after the

good mix of vets and young guys and even-

kind of season they had in football and bas-

tually, they will go all the way. Might not win

ketball, how much of a force have the Blue

the Stanley Cup but will get to a final in the

Raiders become?

next five years.

JD

Full disclosure on this, I am a MTSU grad-

What do you look for from Vanderbilt

uate so I hold their athletic programs dear

football in Year III for Derek Mason and

to my heart. You would be hard pressed to

how big of an impact will Bryce Drew make

find four better people than Rick Stockstill,

in his first year as the Commodores new

Kermit Davis, Rick Insell & Jim McGuire. In

basketball coach?

football, Stockstill is winning games, going

JD

Giddy Potts, Photo Brett Beerends

BL

more fun. This team is set for a while with a

BL

Photo Tennessee Titans

team is built to win it all, yes, I think even the

I only really root for one pro team and that

going to the games and that makes it even

Photo Tennessee Titans

and the heat will be on Jones. This football

to bowls and sending players to the NFL.

I am a huge Derek Mason fan at

Kermit Davis' squad just pulled off the great-

Vanderbilt. He is such a 180 from what we

est upset in NCAA tournament history and

saw with James Franklin and it took Vandy

has a loaded team returning and Rick Insell,

fans awhile to get over that, whether they

is one of the best X's and O's coaches in the

want to admit or not. Mason is a hard-nosed

game of basketball. They are all very under-

football player who just happens to be the

rated and I am not sure the MTSU fan base

head coach. If they can get any type of

knows how great these guys are and I hope

offense going in 2016, this team might sur-

they don't take them for granted.

prise a few people. But, that offense has to

BL

be loads better than they were last year.

What are some lesser-known sports,

I think Bryce Drew was a slam-dunk for

athletes or activities that you are pas-

Vandy and yes, pun intended. He is an out-

sionate about, or you think people should

standing coach and look at his track record;

know more about?

he has won ever since he became a head

JD

coach. The program had become stale and

I am a big local sports guy. I care more

Drew was brought in to bring excitement

about the kid at Brentwood Academy who

to the fan base and win games, and he is

is going to play football at Tennessee then

already doing one of those.

what is going on in a lot of pro sports, that

BL

don't involve our teams. I love a story like

In Knoxville, it’s Year IV for Butch Jones.

Ron Crawford at Brentwood high, com-

Things are improving, expectations are high,

ing back and bringing pride back to the

but are they realistic?

program. I love seeing the boys and girls

JD

from our area that are standouts in sports,

I like what Butch Jones has done going

get to the next level and succeed. This is

into year four. Derek Dooley left that program

an amazing time to be living in the Middle

with zero talent, as evidenced by the last

Tennessee area and I thank the Lord that I

two NFL drafts, where the Vols have had no

have a front seat to all of it.

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Road Trip

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f you’ve never visited New Orleans, or you’ve only been there for an event or convention, a weekend getaway to the French Quarter is a great way to discover why the Big Easy captures so many hearts and never lets go. There's so much to see and do that we won't even mention hurricanes, beignets, voodoo or music. You will encounter all of those without the help of a tour guide.

The best way to begin a day in the Quarter is with – surprise! – coffee and brunch. And there are plenty of great and affordable options like Jager Haus on Conti Street or Stanley in Jackson Square.

After breakfast is a great time for a leisurely stroll to Decatur Street where you can spend several hours browsing through the shops and galleries on your way to the French Market. Across Decatur, and atop the levy is the Moon Walk, a promenade along the banks of the Mississippi River. From here you’ll get a great view of downtown and the French Quarter, and you’ll see why New Orleans is often referred to as The Crescent City.

Lunch could be a grab-and-go muffuletta from Central Grocery or a sandwich from Johnny’s Po-Boys. If you’d rather have a drink with your meal, try a Pimm’s Cup at historic Napoleon House or settle into a booth at Yo-Mama’s Bar & Grill for one of the best burgers ever.

The rest of the afternoon could be spent shopping the galleries and antique stores on Royal Street. But take some time to explore the side streets, particularly on the blocks between Royal and Bourbon.

You are guaranteed to find a store, bar or café that is perfect for you.

For dinner, treat yourself to one of the Quarter's elite dining establishments. A partial list of qualifying options would include

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eclectic fare at Bayona, Mr. B’s Bistro, Irene’s Café and NOLA .

Then there are old-school New Orleans haunts like Brennan’s, Ant oine’s and Galatoire’s. But if you can't decide, go to Arnaud’s. The adjacent French 75 bar puts it over the top.

The French Quarter is packed with great hotels in historic buildings. For upscale opulence, consider the Royal Sonesta New Orleans or Hotel Monteleone. For something quiet, slightly funky, yet steps away from the action, it’s hard to beat Hotel St. Marie. It has a small, tropical courtyard with a swimming pool and one of the best bars in the Quarter.

If you’re flying, one of the great things about a weekend trip to New Orleans is that it’s possible to leave your home in Brentwood at 6:30 a.m. and post beverage-sipping selfies from Rue Bourbon well before noon. Southwest offers daily nonstop flights from BNA. (If you're driving, it will take approximately 7 1/2 hours to cover the 522 miles. Take I-65 South to Birmingham and merge onto I-20 West/I-59 South toward Tuscaloosa. Near Meridian, Miss., take I-59 South toward Laurel/New Orleans. In Louisiana, follow the signs for I-10 toward New Orleans.)

Make no mistake, Bourbon Street is a tourist trap. But it’s one worth seeing. During daylight hours and through the early evening, it’s actually quite tame. It isn’t until about 10 p.m. or so that the fratparty crowd takes over. By then you will have completed a long day of discovering the Quarter’s true charm, enjoyed some unforgettable meals and be ready to retire to your cozy hotel room. Won’t you?

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City Scene

Williamson county Trending in the Right Direction NEW REPORT REVEALS WILLIAMSON COUNTY REMAINS TENNESSEE'S FASTEST GROWING COUNTY. ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

All information included in this story were provided

by Williamson, Inc in an effort to provide in depth economic information to the residents of Williamson County. To read the report in it's entirety, please visit WilliamsonChamber.com.

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trend report released by Williamson, Inc., the Chamber of Commerce, showed that Williamson County continues to be the fastest-growing county in Tennessee. There are many reasons businesses, and families want to call this their home. The report focused on three primary areas: Demographics; Economy and Business; Community and Culture.

Excellent public schools, quality of life and low property tax rates, make Williamson County attractive to families. In looking at the demographics that make up the county the prediction is for a large increase in the number of seniors and families with young children.

The overall population of the county shows that 49 percent of residents were born in a different state. Another statistic that stands out, 54 percent of residents hold a bachelor's degree, or higher. A large number of residents that now call Williamson County home moved into the area from larger metropolitan areas out of state.

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in business, like Nissan North America, Mars and Verizon are located within the county. Of the 25 largest publically traded companies in the Nashville region, 12 of these call Williamson County home.

Looking ahead, predictors indicate that professional, scientific and technical services will be the three areas that grow their number of jobs by 2025. The top three employers in the county are: Community Health Systems; Nissan North America and Williamson Medical Center.

United Health Care boasts numbers just behind the county hospital.

With a growing work force and population increasing, a major topic within the county is about transportation. Currently, over 28,000 residents commute to Davidson County for work, and nearly 27,000 Davidson County residents drive into Williamson County for their jobs.

Commercial and residential real estate have both posted record breaking numbers with increases in office space and home sales.

Brentwood and Cool Springs have a combined total of 11,394,441 square feet of commercial real estate.

The average home size in Williamson County is 3,139 square feet; median price $138/sq ft and the estimated number of housing units is 70,861. It is worth noting that Brentwood has the largest median home sales price with the average being $624,000.

“Community” in Williamson County means “excellence” and a county commitment to education. The report showed 56 percent of every tax dollar goes to schools. The total tax rate in the county is $2.31 per $100 of assessed property values.

Williamson County high school graduation rates were at 96 percent in 2015. This is a much higher rate than the state average. In addition in Williamson County the ACT score average was 23.8 percent. To compare, the state average is 19.4 percent and nationally, 21 percent.

Higher education is a priority in the county. Over 130,400 students are enrolled at the 22 colleges and universities, four community colleges and 26 career colleges in the region.

Scholarship dollars awarded totaled $136 million in 2015 to recent graduates.

Information regarding charitable giving, access to healthcare and community options are also included in the report.

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ENTERTAINMENT & RECREATION Premier W.E.D. Wedding & Event Design (615) 332-0592 premierwed.com

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Lifestyle Calendar

June

JUNE 1-3, 13-20, 25-28, 30 NASHVILLE SOUNDS BASEBALL FIRST TENNESSEE PARK

JUNE 3 BREW AT THE ZOO NASHVILLE ZOO AT GRASSMERE The Nashville Zoo welcomes all species of beer lovers to the fifth annual Brew at the Zoo. Animals, live music, local food trucks and 100 craft beers are on tap at this unique after-hours event. Please note: The Zoo will close at 5 p.m. to prepare for Brew at the Zoo. 615.833.1534. NashvilleZoo.org.

The Nashville Sounds, AAA Pacific Coast League affiliate of the Oak-

EVERY SATURDAY IN JUNE

land Athletics, will be home for 16 games in June. Round Rock (1-3, 17-

FRANKLIN FARMERS MARKET

20), Memphis (13-16), Omaha (14-17), Oklahoma City (30). Game times:

THE FACTORY AT FRANKLIN

June 1 and 15, 12:05 p.m.; June 19, 2:05 p.m.; June 26, 6:35 p.m.; all others

Shop for delicious, farm-fresh food at the Franklin Farmers Market.

7:05 p.m. First Tennessee Park. 615.690.4487. NashvilleSounds.com.

And because it’s all from local farms, the variety of goods increas-

JUNE 1-5

es and changes each week through the seasons. A select number of local crafts persons are on hand with unique good for sale. Ev-

DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST

ery Saturday from 9 a.m. to Noon behind The Factory at Franklin.

TPAC-ANDREW JACKSON HALL

615.916.1274. FranklinFarmersMarket.com.

The most beautiful love story ever told comes to life! Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature film, this eye-popping

JUNE 4

spectacle has played to more than 35 million people worldwide. The

MUSIC COUNTRY GRAND PRIX

production is filled with unforgettable characters, lavish sets and cos-

BROWNLAND FARM

tumes, and dazzling production numbers including “Be Our Guest”

The Music Country Grand Prix at Brownland Farm is a premier

and the beloved title song. TPAC.org.

equestrian jumping competition featuring top riders and horses

JUNE 3

from across the nation. Sponsored by Tractor Supply Company, the event benefits Saddle Up!, Middle Tennessee's oldest and largest

FRANKLIN ARTSCENE

organization offering equine assisted activities and therapies, and

DOWNTOWN FRANKLIN

the only one exclusively serving children and youth with disabilities.

This free, monthly art tour is a celebration of Williamson County’s

615.794.1150. MusicCountryGrandPrix.com.

unique artistic talent. The tour includes dozens of sites that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The socially-engaging

JUNE 9

event provides an opportunity to see a sweeping variety of magnifi-

CURATOR'S TOUR: BELLISSIMA! THE ITALIAN AUTOMOTIVE

cent work that connoisseurs and novices will enjoy. Free trolley trans-

RENAISSANCE, 1945–1975

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FRIST CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS Bellissima! celebrates the visual dynamism and spirit of innovation that characterizes Italian coachbuilt cars, concept cars, and motorcycles produced during the post–World War II economic revival known as The Italian Economic Miracle. Join chief curator Mark Scala for a guided tour of this exciting exhibition. Vehicles by Alfa Romeo, Ducati, Ferrari, Lamborghini and Maserati will be on display. 615.244.3340. FristCenter.org.

JUNE 12 & 13 HARRY CONNICK, JR. RYMAN AUDITORIUM Recognized for his live and recorded musical performances and for his achievements on film, television and the Broadway stage, Harry Connick, Jr. has exemplified excellence in every aspect of the entertainment world. But it's his signature blend of jazz-infused pop that made the New Orleans native an international star. June 12-13. 7:30 p.m. 615.889.3060. Ryman.com.

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JUNE 18 THE SECOND CITY IMPROV ALL-STARS THE FRANKLIN THEATRE An hour of improvised comedy from the master of the form, Second City’s Improv All-Stars will astound you with their talent, skill and witwithout the aid of scripts or sets. 615.538.2076. FranklinTheatre.com.

JUNE 21 SELENA GOMEZ BRIDGESTONE ARENA Multi-platinum singer and actress Selena Gomez comes to Bridgetstone Arena for "The Revival Tour." The lead single, “Good For You,” recently spent three weeks atop Top 40 radio charts. This is the first tour for Gomez, who has sold over 22 million singles worldwide, since 2013. Tuesday, June 21. 7:30 p.m. BridgestoneArena.com.

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Pam Tillis' mantel is lined with three CMA awards, two Grammy

The Nashville Golf & Athletic Club will host the PGA's Web.com Tour.

awards, and a shiny new IBMA award. She can tell you what it

The event will feature a purse of $550,000. Net proceeds from the

is like to sing on Broadway and sell platinum records, but she'd

Nashville Golf Open will benefit The First Tee of Middle Tennessee,

much rather look to the future. "I've traveled a million miles

a regional youth life skills program operated by the Franklin-based

in my career," says Tillis. "The next million don't scare me a

Tennessee Golf Foundation. 615.370.3346. PGATour.com.

bit." 615.538.2076. FranklinTheatre.com.

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Parting Thoughts

Playing Catch

HOW A SIMPLE GAME OF CATCH BETWEEN FATHER AND SON BECAME MORE MEANINGFUL LATER IN LIFE. WORDS BRIAN LORD

I

t was a cool and windy fall day in late October. We were dedicating our two-month-old daughter, Brooklyn, at church, and several family members had come down from Indiana to celebrate with us.

We had all come back to our house from church, and Dad and Kathy were getting ready to leave. It was at that point that I remembered something else I’d planned.

Growing up, Dad and I didn’t play catch too much, so I decided to get him a glove so we could throw the ball around at family gatherings. Frank, Eddy and I were there, and we had gloves for all. I grabbed Dad as he was heading out to the car, and we all went out to the back yard. Kelly, who’d played softball in high school, came out to throw as well.

It was pretty much a Norman Rockwell painting all around, with Dad standing about even with the Bradford pear tree, and the kids about even with the garage side of the house. And then for reasons unknown, Dad decided to attempt what might justifiably be called assisted suicide.

“Hey, Eddy!” he called out. “Why don’t you throw it to me as hard as you can!”

Not even a question, really, it was more of an order.

Eddy had been brought up to obey his parents, but in this case, he should have just forgotten the fifth commandment and said no.

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and threw the ball on a line to home plate. The ball came in so hard that even though it hit the catcher in the glove, it still knocked the guy over on his back. That was from about 200 feet throwing to a 220 pound college kid. This was from about 30 feet throwing to a 185-pound grandfather of four who probably hadn’t played ball since high school.

And he was hurling a baseball.

“Are you sure?” Eddy asked.

“Yeah, throw it on in here.” the old man replied.

As Eddy reared back and let the ball f ly, I began a mental review of my EMT training for handling blunt head-trauma.

Time slowed down. The ball seemed the color of a bright blue flame. Dad seemed to slowly raise his glove to shoulder level.

Would the glove get up to ball level in time? Would it matter?

Could the ball actually break through the glove’s webbing and embed itself in our father’s chest cavity? Or would he amazingly lean back, Matrix-style, while the ball rippled through space and time as it passed over him, creating its own sound wave tunnel?

Then…SMACK! The ball collided with leather. Dad rocked back, ever so slightly.

He was still alive, but I’m guessing a little bit shaken. Maybe next time he’ll try something a little safer and let Frank throw knives at him instead.

Read more from Brian Lord online at BrianLord.org.

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