Credit: Shanecollinswiki [CC BY-SA 3.0], via Wikimedia Commons Virginia Patterson Hensley was born on September 8, 1932, in Winchester, Virginia where she was nicknamed "Ginny." Her family moved around frequently for her father to find work, including Elkton, Staunton, and Norfolk. At age 13, she was hospitalized with rheumatic fever, which affected her singing voice but … [Read more...] about Patsy Cline Landmarks Fans Can’t Miss
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5 Must-Eat Dishes in Nashville
Nashville, Tennessee is known for its music history, especially its ties to country music, but the city also has a rich culinary history long before it became the popular getaway it is today. Everyone has recommendations for you, no matter who you ask. There are many must-eat dishes, but these are just a few that visitors can’t miss. What is your favorite dish in Nashville? … [Read more...] about 5 Must-Eat Dishes in Nashville
The South’s Best New Year’s Eve Celebrations
It's time to bid farewell to the year before but that doesn't mean you can't celebrate New Year's Eve in a unique fashion. The region is full of unique traditions that rival that ball drop in big cities. For example, did you know that in the South, eating hoppin john, a dish made up of black eyed peas, is said to give you prosperity in the New Year? Check out these other quirky … [Read more...] about The South’s Best New Year’s Eve Celebrations
Southern Landmarks Every Johnny Cash Fan Should Visit
Johnny Cash. J.R. The Man In Black. He’s sold more than 90 million records around the globe and remains an American icon, even all these years after his passing. His face and his voice are unmistakable. In 2017, Rolling Stone named him the #3 greatest country artist of all time, beat out only by Hank Williams and Merle Haggard. He can be found on record, in film and on the big … [Read more...] about Southern Landmarks Every Johnny Cash Fan Should Visit
Road Tripping from Chattanooga to Nashville
If you're traveling through the state of Tennessee, you'll likely pass through Chattanooga, on the border with Georgia to the south, on I-24 bound for Nashville. This road isn't exactly known for its travel destinations, but avid road trippers will enjoy getting off the beaten path for some offbeat attractions. This stretch of road crosses some of the state's bodies of … [Read more...] about Road Tripping from Chattanooga to Nashville
