Good morning, Hendersonville.

Heritage Park — located at 119 East Drive on the Indian Lake peninsula — has entered a five- to six-month design phase following community meetings and surveys.

The park will include biking and hiking trails, an inclusive playground, and a welcome center but will not have sports fields as the city prepares to transfer the hillside portion from the Friends of Indian Lake Peninsula.

Barry Rice has helped Vietnam veterans in Sumner County for over 10 years and stepped down as head of the state council last year after his Stage 4 lung cancer diagnosis—today he is in full remission and still inspires neighbors with his book The Power and Blessings of a Sunrise and many food giveaway events.

Hallmark Hyundai of Hendersonville opened a new dealership today built to Hyundai’s Global Dealership Space Identity 2.0 standards — the $8 million project included a $6.5 million building and a $2.5 million parking expansion.

Hendersonville police arrested Daryl Henry Campbell Jr. on Friday, April 18 after a suspect fired multiple shots at the Breadbox gas station on the corner of Nokes Drive and Walton Ferry Road, and he fled on foot while no one was injured though a nearby residence later showed a bullet hole.

The National Merit Scholarship Corporation announced winners on April 22, including Liliana Daniel of Hendersonville High School and Alyssa Maddern of Merrol Hyde Magnet School.

About 830 high school seniors received corporate-sponsored awards from 124 companies.

Sumner County Schools unveiled its new Coordinated School Health Activity Bus at Vena Stuart Elementary on April 17 (part of a community event) sponsored by Highpoint Health with Ascension Saint Thomas, with educators, community members, and district leaders attending the ribbon-cutting ceremony. The mobile PE unit is stocked with equipment for classes, recess, and special events (like a gaga ball pit, disc golf, and oversized yard games) and can be reserved by schools as needed.

On Tuesday, April 22, firefighters and supporters filled the meeting room as city leaders, including Mayor Jamie Clary, addressed concerns about pay differences with the police and possible retaliation against fire chief Scotty Bush—firefighters urged that their hard work deserves fair treatment. City officials promised to review the pay structure—vowing to work for balance and better pay for first responders.

Sumner County completed a public survey for its 2050 Comprehensive Land Use Plan between January 17 and March 14, receiving 3,973 responses that showed residents ranked traffic and congestion as their top concern and favored zoning restrictions to limit new development.

County Director of Planning and Engineering Josh Suddath said the county will work with the planning commission for further outreach—keeping costs low by using an in-house ARG-GIS project.

Between Feb. 20th and 26th, 2025, multiple property transfers took place in Sumner County—recording deals in Bethpage, Castalian Springs, Gallatin and Hendersonville.

In Hendersonville, one sale exceeded $1.6 million, which shows an active real estate market in the area.

The 2025 Special Olympics spring games took place on April 17 at the White House football stadium where more than 380 athletes from Sumner and Macon counties competed for medals — marking the largest Area 21 spring games ever.

U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn and Gallatin Mayor Paige Brown attended the event that featured an opening parade and a first responder torch run.

Kylie Brown Live Performance

6-10 p.m. — Puckett's Restaurant — No cover, tips appreciated — Catch rising country star Kylie Brown showcasing her original music and captivating stage presence.

Trevor Finlay Duo Performance

6 PM – 12 AM — Puckett's Restaurant — No cover, tips appreciated — Experience a versatile musician blending blues, rock, and country in an engaging live performance.

Hendersonville Arts Festival 2025

10 AM – 5 PM — Sanders Ferry Parks — Free entry — Explore a vibrant celebration of American handcrafts and fine art featuring workshops and kid-friendly projects.

The Heels Live Performance

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Puckett's Restaurant — No cover, tips appreciated — Experience high-energy three-part harmonies and stories through modern-day country music.

Student Ministry Summer Kickoff

6:15-7:45 p.m. — Vanderpool Farm — $3 for a snowball — Enjoy mini golf, human foosball, and lawn games with friends.

Mountain Son Live Performance

6 PM – 12 AM — Puckett's Restaurant — No cover, tips appreciated — Experience the soulful sounds of country blues with international artist Mountain Son.