The turn of the century (the 20th century that is) brought forward the manufacturing might of the United States. Transportation in particular became blossoming industry. The days of horse and...

A common misconception in the car enthusiast world is that it’s all about the cars. For those in the hobby, we know better. Sure, cars are the spark, but it’s...

October is a month filled with spooky sights leading up to Halloween where the streets of Franklin will be filled with ghosts and goblins going door to door for candy....

What is a muscle car? The term has been hotly debated, and some have very specific definitions and beliefs about what was the first car to earn the title. Generally,...

Writer & Photographer / John Wales In small towns across the Midwest, traditions matter. Franklin is a prime example. It’s a working-class town steeped in history, built on the backs...

We’ve all heard the saying, “at the right place at the right time.” Usually, it’s associated with something positive that happened by chance — a great job offer, a good...

The Chevrolet Corvette has captured the hearts and imaginations of car enthusiasts since 1953, with its sleek body lines, high performance and the attitude of a supercar at a price...

Golf carts aren’t just for the greens anymore. Across the country, golf cart communities have grown increasingly popular, especially among retirees. They are convenient, economical to operate, environmentally friendly, and...

Hot rods come in all shapes and sizes. Virtually any vehicle can be made into the owner’s version of cool. They buy a car and start changing things up —...

Mayor Steve Barnett knows a thing or two about winning. He has been doing it his whole life - in love, in sport, and in politics. While his most celebrated...