Sparks 15th Annual Chili Cook-Off was a huge success Smyrna, TN – The 15th annual Chili Cook-off held last Saturday brought together community members for a day of friendly competition, […]
The Founding Fathers took on the mighty British Empire because they were fed up with being taxed without having any say in the matter, not being able to govern themselves, […]
The Power of Direct Communication: Choosing Dialogue Over Ego As a state legislator, I was struck by Colombian President Petro’s surprise pivot from confrontation to conversation with President Trump. After […]
MTSU economics professor and state representative proposes retirement savings plan for workers without employer-sponsored options NASHVILLE, Tenn. – One in five Americans over 50 has no retirement savings, and more […]
By Mike Sparks As I write this article, I found myself considering which category this story belongs in. I realized it’s more than politics—it’s really about leaving a legacy, a […]
The Buckley Institute at Yale has just released its 2025 Faculty Political Diversity Report, finding a more than 36 to 1 ratio of Democrats to Republicans across all of Yale’s […]
Editor’s Note: In a world often filled with troubling news, it’s refreshing to celebrate something positive for a change. I was thrilled to see my former legislative assistant, Marvin Williamson, […]
Rhonda Lynn Petty Allen was welcomed into the loving arms of Jesus Christ on December 12, 2025. The beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend passed away at […]
South Korean manufacturer to construct aluminum plant in former Tupperware facility Expansion to create 285 new jobs and represents nearly $110 million in capital investment HALLS, Tenn. – Tennessee Gov. […]
A Statesman Remembered: The Life, Faith, and Legacy of Gerald D. McCormick II By those who knew him, Gerald McCormick was never just a politician. He was, in the truest […]