Learn about four of my favorite family-friendly things to do in my hometown! Perfect for this warm spring weather. Read: 4 Nashville Activities That Belong on Your Spring To-Do List on BlueHealth Solutions
What Every Runner Needs to Know Before Starting on Trails
Trail running has grown in popularity in the recent years, and for good reason. Liven things up by trading the pavement for the trail. Learn how in this BlueHealth Solutions blog. Read: What Every Runner Needs to Know Before Starting on Trails at BlueHealth Solutions
Throwback Thursday: Lummox Humbles Book
I interviewed Mike Magnuson in 2002, and it's still one of the most memorable interviews I've ever conducted. Magnuson talks -- and writes -- in a way that is more true-to-life than most would dare. Seven years later, in fact, a friend was telling a rather embarrassing story about his drumming buddy "Mike from Eau Claire," and … Continue reading Throwback Thursday: Lummox Humbles Book
Throwback Thursday: Carrying On The Family Tradition
The holidays are a time when families carry on traditions that have lasted for generations. Most families, that is. Some families have other, more unique traditions to uphold. This week's throwback goes back to 2003, where I got to interview two different families who consider racing to be a family affair. Read: Carrying On The Family … Continue reading Throwback Thursday: Carrying On The Family Tradition
Throwback Thursday: Vickers Hoping to Celebrate More Than a Birthday at Atlanta
Once you've met Brian Vickers, it's hard not to cheer for the guy. While he didn't win this race, he did win the NASCAR Busch Series Championship later that season. Vickers is currently sidelined from racing by health issues, but continues to be a well-respected presence in the Sprint Cup garage. Read: Vickers Hoping to Celebrate More Than a Birthday at Atlanta at … Continue reading Throwback Thursday: Vickers Hoping to Celebrate More Than a Birthday at Atlanta
Throwback Thursday: So You Wanna Be A DJ?
This is where it all began. One of my first stories as a paid reporter, and they sent me to spend an afternoon at the campus radio station. Not a bad assignment. From early 2001. Read: So You Wanna Be A DJ? at The Red & Black
Throwback Thursday: Ravishing Randy Rose Making Himself At Home In A New Ring
I think I can honestly say this is the only time I've interviewed a wrestler-turned-racer in my 16 years in the business. From 2003. Read: Ravishing Randy Rose Making Himself At Home In A New Ring at Atlanta Motor Speedway
Throwback Thursday: Elizabeth Cook To Play Tonight
After spending a year covering judicial cases in Athens, I began to venture more and more into the Variety department to cover local shows, record releases and reviews. This interview is from February, 2002. Read: Elizabeth Cook to Play Tonight at The Red & Black
Throwback Thursday: A+ Education Reform Act In Effect
When the A+ Education Reform Act went into effect in July 2000, many felt it had the potential to damper the state of Georgia's ability to recruit high quality teachers. Here is an overview of its impact two years later. Read: A+ Education Reform Act In Effect at The Red & Black
Throwback Thursday: Michigan Court Battle Not Parallel to University Suit
In the spring of 2001, several universities across the country were facing lawsuits due to race-conscious admissions policies. The University of Georgia was among them. Read: Michigan Court Battle Not Parallel to University Suit at The Red & Black
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