Nashville, TN
When the Predators first hit the ice in Music City, many had their doubts about whether or not hockey would find a fan base in Nashville, TN. It didn't take long to determine that Tennesseans love the sport just as much as folks up north. Not long after the NHL came to town, a group of local ladies erased another doubt, whether or not hockey was just a men's game. The answer was a resounding "no," as Gretchen Bates recently learned when she suited up with the Nashville Women's Ice Hockey League. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more.
Gatlinburg, TN
Nashville Public Television learns that the whole town of Gatlinburg, TN was hurt by the devastating fires of 2016. While recovery has been steady, a big boost came along earlier this year with completion of the Gatlinburg Skybridge. You've probably heard about it, but Tennessee Crossroads lets you experience it thanks to our guide Marcus Watson. His job is spreading the word about this Smoky MT marvel.
Springfield, TN
There was a time when passenger trains tied the towns of Tennessee together. The days, of course, passenger train service has all but disappeared. But for some, the fascination with those big, powerful engines remains. Tennessee Crossroads were delighted to find a place where he could do two of our favorite things: watch trains pass by and eat good food. You can do those things too, at the depot bar and grill in Springfield, TN. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Bell Buckle, TN
It's heartening to learn about the restoration of some old historic mansion in Tennessee. Even more so to discover it's being shared with the visitors. The Walker Inn B&B is such a place. It's a Victorian treasure, right in the heart of Bell Buckle, TN, where the whole town's a trip back in time. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Manchester, TN
Renee Holt came from a family of good cooks, and shared a dream along with her mother of opening a cafe some day. It was a long time coming, but Renee has made that dream a reality. The Mercantile Cafe and Sweet Simplicity Bakery is a popular spot on the town square in Manchester, TN. With lunch offerings that change daily, and baked good enough to satisfy any one's sweet tooth, you'll feel right at home. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more.
Kingston Springs, TN
Tucked away all over the state are charming small towns just waiting for you to discover them. Tennessee Crossroads recently visited one right outside of Nashville, TN, it's Kingston Springs. As you travel the interstate, many of the exits along the way are just signs passing in the landscape, and possible future places to fill up the tank. But if you slow down and take a closer look, you might find something special. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Lynnville, TN
In this age of chain restaurants, it's getting hard to find a good old-fashioned soda parlor these days. Well, Tennessee Crossroads found one in the tiny town of Lynnville, TN. It boasts having some of the best hamburgers and shakes in the whole state. Here's Cindy at the junction, Soda Pop Junction. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Linden, TN
We owe a great debt to the men and women of America's greatest generation. Growing up during the Great Depression, they were thrust into the worst conflict in history, as young adults. Each year the town of Linden, TN puts together an event remembering WWII that has to be seen to be believed. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
McMinnville, TN
Back in the day, if you lived in the country or a small town, the nearest place to get just about anything you needed was the general, or "country" store. The folks who ran them knew everybody in the community by name. It's good to know that there are still country stores to be found across Tennessee, and Tennessee Crossroads dropped by one in McMinnville, TN recently, where they serve up delicious food, and a heaping helping of memories. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.