Love, World War II, and Arnold Air Force Base. Wayne and Marcene Amelang’s love story withstands the test of time.
Marcene Eaton met her future husband, Wayne Amelang, on January 31st, 1945. Marcene was living with her brother, Max, and then pregnant wife Donna in Ottumwa, Iowa. Marcene had gone out for the evening to a USO Dance at the Naval Air Station. When she returned home, Wayne was... Read more
Kick off the Christmas season with magical family trip to Rock City’s Enchanted Garden of Lights.
Whether you are taking the entire family, or just a date, Rock City’s Enchanted Garden of Lights is the perfect spot for some Christmas magic this season. Located on top of Lookout Mountain in Chattanooga, this glittery display of lights is only about an hour’s drive away, leaving plenty... Read more
Google Releases Map with “Most Searched Thanksgiving Sides.”
Thanksgiving: its a time to express gratitude and spend time with loved ones consuming dishes you’ve thought about all year! Via Google Trends, Google released a map showing the most-searched side dishes for Thanksgiving in each state. Creamed Corn is the most popular here in Tennessee, while the rest... Read more
Homemade Holiday Potpourri
It’s beginning to smell a lot like Christmas.. The holidays are nearing, and that surely means you are sprucing up your home, and decking your halls to prepare for the many visitors that may grace your home throughout the season. Whether it’s Thanksgiving, parties, or Christmas day you are... Read more
Sweet Tea; A Southern Staple
Sweet tea; the oldest most exceptional southern tradition. It’s refreshing, sweet, cold, and you probably have a pitcher of it in your refrigerator right now. It’s easy to take this southern staple for granted when you’ve had it with almost every meal growing up, but there is actually quite... Read more
5 Tips to Get Your Home Winter-Ready
(Family Features) As the days get shorter and the weather turns chilly, it’s time to prepare your home for the winter months ahead. Because your home will likely require extra maintenance to keep it in shape throughout the winter, beginning preparations early can help lower energy bills, increase the... Read more
5 Fall Tips for a Healthy Yard
(eLivingtoday.com) While many homeowners think lawns need less care during the fall months, it’s actually the perfect time to give your yard the extra boost in needs to make it through a dormant winter. Giving your lawn a little autumn attention as it works to absorb energy, moisture and... Read more
5 Tips for Tackling Leftover Halloween Treats
(Culinary.net) Going door to door for candy and treats is part of many families’ Halloween traditions, and the routine almost always ends with a kitchen loaded with treats. When the spooky season comes to a close, consider these ways to use up those delectable goodies. Take Some to Work... Read more
Local Spirits

Local Spirits

Lifestyle October 16, 2019

Do you enjoy cracking open a cold beer for the game on Sunday, having a glass of sweet red wine with an excellent meal, or slowly sipping on a smooth glass of whiskey? You may have wondered at some point where that beverage came from, or how it was... Read more