Southern Exposure Magazine

Southern Exposure Magazine, established in 2002 and owned by CMD Publishing, is the oldest magazine in Williamson County. This publication releases issues every two months, highlighting the important stories of the community's residents and locations that hold significance in Williamson County.

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The Parks: Williamson County Parks

2 weeks ago | southernexposuremagazine.com | Michael Williams

Ask a native Williamson County resident about the old days, then settle in for what is sure to be a sustained soliloquy on country roads, farms, churches, and, of course, how the county has grown. “I don’t even recognize it anymore,” will in all likelihood be the final statement uttered from the local after recanting the nostalgia of times gone by.
The Restaurant: Slice House Moves Into Downtown Franklin

2 weeks ago | southernexposuremagazine.com | Kellie Walton

Downtown Franklin is about to get a little cheesier… in all the right ways. Slice House by Tony Gemignani, a fast-casual pizza concept from one of the world’s most decorated pizzaiolos, is making its Tennessee debut this April at 98 E Main Street, the former home of Americana Taphouse.
From the Publisher: In This Together

2 weeks ago | southernexposuremagazine.com | Cassie Williams Jones

Sometimes I have a moment where I am overcome with joy and pride for this community. In March I was lucky enough to attend the groundbreaking for the Pearline M. Bransford Complex and Ellie G’s Dream World – Franklin’s first inclusive playground. I knew, loved, and respected Pearl and it was wonderful to see her family at the event, having the opportunity to honor her in such an incredible way.
Travel: The Germantown Inn

2 weeks ago | southernexposuremagazine.com | Kellie Walton

Stay in the Company of Trailblazing Women at The Germantown InnNashville is known for its music, but if you know where to look, you’ll also find a melodious convergence of history, art, and charm playing in perfect harmony. Enter The Germantown Inn, a boutique hideaway nestled in the heart of the city’s historic Germantown neighborhood. It’s a historic property beautifully transformed into an intimate, stylish retreat.
Giving Back: Franklin Rodeo Planning

2 weeks ago | southernexposuremagazine.com | Ruth Nicolaus

A year-round endeavor for club members. Franklin Noon Rotarians and several hundred volunteer’s work to produce the Franklin Rodeo. When the 74th edition of the Franklin Rodeo kicks off May 15-17, several hundred people will be in the background, working to produce the event. And it takes an army to make it all happen. From ushers to concession stands to ticketing, parking, advertising, and so much more, it takes a lot of people to put on the three-day event.
In the Kitchen With: Karrington Rowe Restaurant

2 months ago | southernexposuremagazine.com | Cassie Williams Jones

Karrington Rowe restaurant is now open in BrentwoodUp Hospitality Partners (UHP), the team behind neighborhood spots Germantown Café in Germantown and Park Cafe in Sylvan Park, recently announced the opening of its newest concept, Karrington Rowe, located in the heart of Brentwood. Designed to foster connection and deliver an elevated yet approachable dining experience, Karrington Rowe marks Up Hospitality’s third community restaurant venture.
The Profile: ‘Dream Jobs’ Titans voice Mike Keith to return to roots as ‘Voice of the Vols’

2 months ago | southernexposuremagazine.com | Derby Jones |Charles Pulliam

While Mike Keith has lived in Franklin for the past 27 years, he has always called East Tennessee home. Home came calling last month when the University of Tennessee hired him as the next Voice of the Vols. Keith graduated from Tennessee in 1991. Keith, known as the Voice of the Tennessee Titans for the past 27 years, has called 535 games for the franchise, beginning with the first season at Vanderbilt Stadium as the Tennessee Oilers when the franchise relocated from Houston.
The Restaurant: A Food Writer’s Guide to Franklin Dining

2 months ago | southernexposuremagazine.com | Kellie Walton

When I tell people what I do, the response is usually, “How do I get in on that?!” I’m a food and travel writer, meaning I’m privileged to travel the world scoping out the best hotels, restaurants, and activities in any given destination. Tough work, I know. While I spend a lot of time taxiing on tarmacs and waiting in hotel check-out lines, one of my most consistent takeaways is that there’s no place like home. And for me, that’s Franklin.
From the Publisher: Shining Examples

2 months ago | southernexposuremagazine.com | Cassie Williams Jones

Our community has experienced great loss in the beginning of this year. Five of our community icons passed away. Ronald Ligon, Ernie Bacon, Louise Lynch, Billy Knight and Anne Rutherford. Our prayers go out to those families for their loss. As we start the year with a new set of goals and intentions for what we want to accomplish, I hope we can all learn from those that have gone before us and made it their life’s work to leave this community better than they found it.
Cause & Effect: Franklin Tomorrow Celebrates 25 Years of Shaping Franklin’s Future

2 months ago | southernexposuremagazine.com | Sarah White

25 years ago, Franklin stood at the crossroad of encouraging growth and development and maintaining the small-town charm that made the city desirable as a home. The city’s population had exploded over the two decades prior and showed no signs of slowing – how could the city accommodate this growth while holding onto the qualities that attracted so many new faces?