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Episode #1814
Air Dates: October 3, 2004

The Rose Center

Rob Wilds discovers a place in Morristown that serves as the focal point for the region's historical and cultural pursuits.

CONTACT: Zack Allen
PHONE: (423) 581-4330
LOCATION: 442 W Second North Street, Morristown, Tenn. 37816
WEBSITE: www.rosecenter.org
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Dr. Enuf
Joe Elmore finds an energy drink, made in Tennessee, that's been "good for what ails you" since the late 1940's.

CONTACT: Patrick Sturgill
PHONE: (423) 928-2541
LOCATION: 714 Rolling Hills Drive
Johnson City, Tenn. 37604-7264
WEBSITE: www.drenuf.com
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Arvel Bird
Cassandra Finch introduces us to a successful Native American musician who's using his talent and his studio to offer other artists a chance to be heard.

CONTACT: Arvel Bird
PHONE: (615) 870-1221
LOCATION: Nashville, Tenn.
WEBSITE: www.singingwolfrecords.com
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Lairdland Farm B&B
Al Voecks found a cozy retreat in the woods of Giles County that offers the comforts of home without all the distractions.

EVENT: Jim Blackburn
PHONE: (931) 363-9080 or 1-888-231-8631
LOCATION: 3174 Blackburn Hollow
Cornersville, Tenn. 37047
WEBSITE: www.bbonline.com/tn/lairdland
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Episode # 1815
Air Dates: October 7 and 10, 2004

Soap Box Derby

Susan Watson found that the all-American soap box derby is on a roll in Mt. Pleasant.

CONTACT: Bill Hileman
PHONE: (931) 381-4901
LOCATION: Mt. Pleasant, Tenn.
E-MAIL: hileman60@msn.com
SEARCH:Mapquest: Where is Mt. Pleasant?

Old School Cafe

Sharon Puckett discovered an old school in Spring Hill that's graduated into an eatery.

CONTACT: Maude Corbett
PHONE: (931) 486-2745
LOCATION: 1220 School Street, Spring Hill, Tenn. 37174
SEARCH:Mapquest: Where is Spring Hill?

Carol Harris

Rob Wilds met a talented seamstress who finds joy in passing on a vanishing skill.

CONTACT: Carol Harris
PHONE: (731) 225-1947
LOCATION: 1265 South Main, Dyersburg, Tenn. 38024
WEBSITE: www.carolharrisco.com
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Antique Furniture Painter

Al Voecks takes us to the workshop of a Nashville craftsman who uses an 18th century style of restoration.

EVENT: Herb Rader
PHONE: (615) 834-3573
LOCATION: Nashville, Tenn.
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Episode # 1816
Air Dates: October 14 & 17, 2004

Judge Bean's

Rob Wilds found a restaurant in Nashville where they serve authentic BBQ of the Lone Star state.

CONTACT: Aubrey Bean
PHONE: (615) 244-8884
LOCATION: 611 Wedgewood Ave., Nashville, Tenn. 37202
WEBSITE: www.judgebeans.com
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Gentry's Farm

Susan Watson discovers how agri-tourism is helping one Williamson County family farm to prosper.

CONTACT: Cindy and Allen Gentry
PHONE: (615) 794-4368
LOCATION: 1974 Highway 96 West, Franklin, Tenn. 37064
WEBSITE: www.gentryfarm.com
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Belmont Mansion

Cassandra Finch takes us on a tour of the incredible summer home of an incredible Southern lady.

CONTACT: n/a
PHONE: (615) 460-5459
LOCATION: 1900 Belmont Blvd., Nashville, Tenn. 37212
WEBSITE: www.belmontmansion.com
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Fish Carver

Al Voecks takes us to West Tennessee where a veteran barber is hooked on carving award-winning fish.

EVENT: Dayle Willard
PHONE: (731) 285-7192
LOCATION: Dyersburg, Tenn.
SEARCH:Mapquest: Where is Dyersburg?

Episode #1817
Air Dates: October 21 & 24, 2004

Stardust Drive-In

Sharon Puckett shares the comeback story of the hometown drive-in.

CONTACT: Barry & Dawn Floyd
PHONE: (615) 237-0077
LOCATION: 310 Purple Tiger Dr., Watertown, Tenn.
WEBSITE: www.stardustdrivein.com
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B. McNeel's

Susan Watson meets a Murfreesboro lady who literally built the restaurant of her dreams.

CONTACT: Barbara Thomas
PHONE: (615) 896-1002
LOCATION: 215 North Church Street, Murfreesboro, Tenn. 37130
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McEwen Irish Picnic

Joe Elmore takes us to an annual school fundraiser that's become a popular attraction.

CONTACT: St. Patrick's School
PHONE: (931)- 582- 3493
LOCATION: McEwen, Tenn..
WEB: http://www.nashvilledominican.org
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Brach's Candy Corn

Rob Wilds visits the candy company that makes a favorite Halloween treat.

CONTACT: n/a
PHONE: 1-800-283-6659
LOCATION: Chattanooga, Tenn.
WEBSITE: www.brachs.com
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Episode #1818
Air Dates: October 28 & 31, 2004

Par Fishing

Rob Wilds introduces us to an inventive entrepreneur who created a new game by combining two popular outdoor sports.

CONTACT: Andy Afflick
PHONE: (931) 980-0083
LOCATION: Dickson, Tenn.
WEBSITE: www.outdoortrailmagazine.com/
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Ed Rice Country Hams

Al Voecks discovers that there's a lot of behind-the-scenes work that goes into putting a championship ham on the dinner table.

CONTACT: Ed Rice
PHONE: (615) 758-2362
LOCATION: 12217 Lebanon Rd.
Mt. Juliet, Tenn. 37122
WEBSITE: www.ricecountryhams.com
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Carousel Horses

Susan Watson brings us the inspiring story of Jo Ann Judd, a woman who reaches out to grab the brass ring of life everyday.

CONTACT: Jo Ann Judd
PHONE: (615) 650-0843
LOCATION: Nashville, Tenn.
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Wood and Strings Puppet Theatre

Kip Kirby visits a Tennessee troupe of puppeteers that have been carrying on an age-old craft.

CONTACT: Clarissa Lega or Leon Fuller
PHONE: (931) 729-9911
LOCATION: Woods and Strings Theatre
907 Shady Circle, Centerville, Tenn. 37033
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