As Laila Howard was preparing to enter middle school, she stepped out of her comfort zone. Howard, who at that time was a talented basketball player, took a huge leap and decided to pick up the game ...

There’s something magical about a place where the Appalachian Mountains cradle a vibrant city like a precious gem in a velvet box—Johnson City, Tennessee is that rare jewel that somehow manages to be ...

The answer, by the way, is absolutely yes when you’re in Tennessee. Mid City Grill serves up comfort food that lives up to its name, with dishes that somehow manage to feel both indulgent and like a ...