Stay Positive News

01/13/2026

We take partnerships seriously here at Stay Positive News. Who we align our brand and mission with is an important decision.

This week we continue to welcome local businesses. They are each passionate about positivity, rooted in the belief that connecting matters, and willing to serve others fervently.

Today, say hello to Madeline Caron! Madeline is a professional swim instructor who offers more than your typical swim lesson. She loves helping kids feel safe and confident in the water. Check out more of Madeline's story at: https://www.splashabilitiestn.com/ 🔗

Thank you, Madeline, for partnering with us, supporting our mission to share positive stories, and allowing us to spotlight your business.

01/12/2026

A quick Good News check-in from Middle Tennessee 💛
We see kindness everyday—even when it doesn’t make the headlines.
Thanks to Simmons Bank for fueling positive stories.

01/12/2026

Meet Tyler!!!
Be sure to check him out and give him a THANK YOU for fueling Stay Positive News 📰

We take partnerships seriously here at Stay Positive News. Who we align our brand and mission with is an important decision.

In the days to come, be ready to officially welcome several local businesses. They are each passionate about positivity, rooted in the belief that connecting matters, and willing to serve others fervently.

Today, say hello to Tyler Qualls!
Tyler is your local pest expert, passionate about partnering with you to protect your home. " From ants in the kitchen to mosquitoes in the backyard, (Tyler's) modern approach is built on simplicity, transparency, and results you can trust." Check out his website at: https://www.perimeterpest.co/ 🔗

Thank you, Tyler, for partnering with us, supporting our mission and tuning out the pests in Music City and beyond!

01/12/2026

Rooted in compassion and shaped by lived experience, Sara Rader has built a counseling practice that meets women in some of the most tender and transformative seasons of life—and walks with them toward healing.

Read more at https://tinyurl.com/4y67xbd9 😊

Thanks to Cumberland Connect for sponsoring this feature & to Sara for partnering with us, giving us the honor of sharing her story 📰

01/12/2026

We take partnerships seriously here at Stay Positive News. Who we align our brand and mission with is an important decision.

In the days to come, be ready to officially welcome several local businesses. They are each passionate about positivity, rooted in the belief that connecting matters, and willing to serve others fervently.

Today, say hello to Tyler Qualls!
Tyler is your local pest expert, passionate about partnering with you to protect your home. " From ants in the kitchen to mosquitoes in the backyard, (Tyler's) modern approach is built on simplicity, transparency, and results you can trust." Check out his website at: https://www.perimeterpest.co/ 🔗

Thank you, Tyler, for partnering with us, supporting our mission and tuning out the pests in Music City and beyond!

01/10/2026

From 500-acre homestead to a thriving community — the Smiley family’s legacy still lives strong in Ridgetop. 🌳🏡
Generations have called this ridge home. And today, their story reminds us: history isn’t just about land; it’s about love, roots, and belonging.
Read the full story on Stay Positive News. Or click ⬇️

https://tinyurl.com/y2eydzuu

Thanks to our partners at Mark Reid Insurance for fueling this highlight 🎞️
Mark Reid Insurance Agency

01/10/2026

Happy National Vision Board Day!

Have you created your vision board for 2026? Maybe you find that challenge fun? Maybe you think it's silly? What we focus on grows.

In a world that screams information constantly, let's determine to direct where our vision lands. Whether it's a digital board, a physical one, or a combination, embrace laying out a roadmap for the year.

And remember, the greatest adventures often happen when surprises dot the path, so embrace pivoting as needed. Your vision board can help keep you on track.

01/09/2026

We take partnerships seriously here at Stay Positive News. Who we align our brand and mission with is an important decision.

In the days to come, be ready to officially welcome several local businesses. They are each passionate about positivity, rooted in the belief that connecting matters, and willing to serve others fervently.

Today, say hello to Sara Rader! Sara is a counselor, specializing in Trauma Therapy and Therapy for Moms. With an office based in Goodlettsville, Sara offers in-person and virtual sessions. Check out her website at: https://www.sararadercounseling.com/ 🔗

Thank you, Sara, for partnering with us, supporting our mission to share positive stories, and allowing us to spotlight your business.

01/09/2026

Out of a thick cloud of smoke appears Northern Middle Tennessee’s foremost sports prognosticator, Chris-tradamus. The crowd – consisting of his wife and dog – is completely unimpressed. However, the fearless forecasting phenom is undeterred and ready to carry out his latest mission: giving Stay Positive News readers the ‘skinny’ on what our local sports landscape will look like in 2026.

Special thanks to Mark Reid Insurance Agency for sponsoring Local Sports 🏀

01/08/2026

We could ask AI, but we'd rather ask YOU 😉

What topics do YOU think Ms. Mabel should share her witty, Southern-Grandma wisdom regarding?

Maybe you wonder what to do when your neighbor's dog poops in your yard? Or how to handle a tough family conversation? Or what remedies for are there for all the sick bugs traveling around?

Comment here or send us a DM. Her reply will make you smile, laugh out loud, leak a tear in a good way, or all of the above.

01/08/2026

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by financial conversations, you’re not alone — and more importantly, you’re not behind.

Check out Eric’s article at https://tinyurl.com/yhtmtksv 💲

Eric Berner - Financial Advisor at Rock Castle Wealth Advisors

01/07/2026

January in Middle Tennessee is a season of cozy layers, quiet moments, and dreaming about what’s to come. While winter still has its grip, it’s also the perfect time to look ahead and start marking your calendar for the joyful, sun-soaked experiences waiting just around the corner.

Read more at https://tinyurl.com/57b9kb4m 🌻

Thanks to Valerie Webb & Associates for sponsoring this Local Fun feature 😊