Telling the stories of Columbia, TN
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It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Muletown, and Satterwhite Tree Farm has been making it look like Christmas for more than 30 years now.
We filmed their interview on a wintry, snowy day - rare in Middle Tennessee - which seemed to fit the Christmassy mood we were going for. The Satterwhites and their trees are traditions here in Columbia and it is a privilege to tell their story.
Satterwhite Christmas Trees and Trimmings
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas here in Muletown!
A brand new Muletown Revival (a Christmas special of sorts) will be on all of the platforms tomorrow at 5pm.
Check out this video from Muletown Revival creator Seth Scruggs pulling back the curtain a bit to show what it took to make this series:
https://youtu.be/2d9mMxVrhT8
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Seth Scruggs, the creator of Muletown Revival, talks about why this project was started and what he hopes you will take away from it. Thank you for your support for this project so far. There will be more to come.
"I knew that great things were happening here and I wanted to be a part of it."
Kellye Murphy and Jacey Bomar with Visit Columbia, TN and City of Columbia, TN - Government talk about what makes this town so great and what they hope to see in the future.
"I really want people to come here and feel united. I feel like in the last couple of months that's what's been missing."
Mila Martinico, owner of Mama Milas at The Parlour, talks about preparing to open her new business and what she hopes it can bring to Columbia.
"Columbia is a big enough city that they are a lot of cool things happening but it's small enough that it was really easy to get to know everybody. It's really cool to be plugged in to the community."
Pete Prevost, president of BriarWorks, talks about choosing to open their factory and lounge in Columbia and how the community has supported them.
"We've existed here for so long because the people support it. There are a lot of people in this town who are big supporters of the arts."
Denisa Jones, president of the Maury County Arts Guild, talks about the difficulties of a running a theater in the midst of a global pandemic and how the town has been supportive of the arts.
"Columbia just wasn't on my radar. But I just fell in love with the town. For more than ten years I've been reading through newspapers and books to learn anything I could about Columbia's history. So when this came along, it felt like I had been prepped for this."
Joel Friddell, co-owner of the West Seventh Company, talks about the importance of preserving the history of Columbia.
"Coming into Columbia, I wasn't sure what to expect. The community has been really great. It's been fun to watch other small businesses come into this area and small businesses that had been here growing."
Diane Sheets, founder of Nashville Tea Company, talks about transitioning her business to a brick and mortar store in Columbia and the growth she has seen.
"I don't want to leave. Especially seeing how much Columbia is changing from when I was a child. I really didn't like it, but the more I get involved with my community...I don't want to leave."
Whitney Herrington, owner of Bristles & Thistles Art Studio, talks about growing up as an artist in Columbia and what she hopes to see in the future.
"One of our missions is to preserve these things and continue to share them. On the other hand, it's also our job to expand the mission and to dig into these stories and find the ways in which we can reach the broader community."
Candice Candeto (Curator and Interim Executive Director) and Thomas Samuel (Education and Program Coordinator) from the President James K. Polk Home & Museum talk about the complicated legacy of James K. Polk and his continued relevance for Columbia and America as a whole.
"It's wonderful to see the square coming back now; it's getting vibrant again. You see the community growing. You still have that small town feel. I still know a lot of people when I go somewhere. If I don't know them, they knew my parents."
Rob Burcham, owner of The B's Tees, talks about building his business in Columbia and the changes he has seen in his lifetime.
"A lot of people think they want that 'in and out' service. We're all used to fast food where as quick as possible is better, but what I have found that people enjoy more is the ability to actually be able to talk."
Jonathan Bain, owner and head pharmacist at Rx Compound Centre, talks about what services he and his business can provide in the midst of crisis.
"We've gotten a lot of love from the community during COVID especially. We've had a lot of regulars who were every other day coming in."
Rachelle and T.J., owners of Little Juice Company, talk about moving from a juice truck to a brick and mortar store and how the community has supported them during this season of change.
"I think Columbia wants to see local businesses succeed. They are voting with their dollar. They are voting for the businesses they want to see here in the future."
Michelle Hughes, owner of Bloomstall, talks about opening a new store in the midst of a global pandemic and what brought her and her family to Columbia.
"I hope that as Columbia grows - and I believe in Columbia and I believe this is true of our DNA - that we still get to hold on to what makes Columbia so special. It's relationships."
Shell Snyder of Sweet Bakes Donuts & Cakes talks about the growth of her donut shop and of Columbia as a whole and what makes it so special to her.
"Living on a farm is interesting. A lot of our clients, we'll be on a phone call or a Zoom and there will be a horse whinnying outside and they can hear it and they're like 'What was that?'"
Adam Silverman of Muletown Digital talks about running a digital agency out of his family's farm and the importance of Columbia as a community.
"The key for us is that independence doesn't mean alone. We are not expecting these women to walk away from us with nothing. We want them to walk away with a relationship with Jesus. We want them to walk away with a relationship with us."
Justin and Rachel Peck, founders of 431 Ministries discuss their mission and the impact they hope to have on the community of Columbia and Middle Tennessee.
Learn more at 431house.org
Additional footage provided by Alex Lyons
"It's really hard because you can't have that personal one on one connection anymore. There's a barrier in between you and your patient."
Megan Stanfill, owner of Agape Family Health talks about the challenges of running a family clinic in the midst of a global pandemic.
"This has been a blessing to our farm in the aspect that we could evolve the changes that had to be made. And it was a positive one."
Heather Silverman, owner and operator of Innisfree Farm, talks about the changes her farm has gone through in the last few months and the importance of community.
"We provide a space, a focused space where people can come connect - not just to do work, but also, possibly, to have a conversation."
Aaron Rudd, owner of Muletown Collective discusses the importance of community and how the community of Columbia is growing.
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Telling the stories of Columbia, TN
"Right now it's just finding the new norm - and we don't really know what that new norm is yet. We're trying to be cautious and safe but at the same time offering the best service we can to everyone who walks through the door."
Phil Baxter, owner of Baxter’s Mercantile talks about moving to Columbia and the importance of the community during difficult times.
"I've never felt more successful in my job than I have doing the Small Business Series. It is the most wonderful project I've ever done."
Sarah B. Gilliam, a local photographer, discusses rediscovering the community of Columbia and why that community is so important.
Susan and Bryson are fun to be around. Unfortunately, some of their stuff had to be cut for time. Here are a few fun clips from their interview that didn't make the final cut.
"From my wife Chrissy and I and the rest of the team at the Dotted Lime, we have nothing but love for Columbia and the way the people of Columbia and the surrounding cities and towns have supported us through all of this."
Paul Jensen, owner of The Dotted Lime, talks about his restaurant and how they have found their place in the community of Columbia, TN.
"People keep asking us 'How?' and I just keep saying the word 'Prudence.' Today I'm going to think about tomorrow. It really has not been about what we are doing next month. Just how are things today?"
Bryson and Susan Leach are the owners of Needle and Grain and Little Neighbors. They talk about the difficulty of planning to open a new store, delivery and, of course, puzzles.
This video is a little different. It isn't an interview. It isn't a small business.
This was taken from a wonderful speech by Christa S. Martin-VICE MAYOR, City of Columbia, TN at the Unity Rally held on June 6, 2020. This project is meant to tell the stories of Columbia, TN. To not tell this one would be wrong. This is a moment in history that should be and will be remembered for a long time.
Black lives matter.
I thought it would be fun to share a little behind the scenes look of what a Muletown Revival shoot looks like (thanks to some footage from John over at Cowork Columbia). . .
If you want to get involved or be featured, email [email protected] to get more information.
"As a people person, that six foot rule can be hard to remember sometimes. But we are trying to be more cognizant of that."
Ronnie Ezell, owner of Alexanders Mattress World, talks about staying open through COVID-19, the small business community, and what the future looks like.
"It began to weigh on me: what does the community think about the church and our role in the community? It really started to burden me that the community is watching."
Pastor Steve Livengood of The First Family talks about feeling the need to close the church and making hard decisions around COVID-19.
"Definitely the most challenging part of this whole ordeal involving COVID-19 was not seeing our staff on a day to day basis. They're the personality and why we love doing the business."
Claire Crowell, owner of Hattie Jane's Creamery, talks about how they have grown and adapted during the COVID-19 pandemic and what she is looking forward to moving out of it.
"We went back to our mission statement. We literally - my wife and I - late at night got in front of a white board and said 'Why did we create this business? Is that still relevant?' And the answer is very much: Yes."
John Meese, owner of Cowork Columbia, talks about opening just a few months before the COVID-19 pandemic and how that has caused his company to reshape its identity.
Muletown Revival wants to tell your story. . .
While the focus so far has been on small businesses (and those are always welcome to contact us to be featured), there are many more people who have been affected by COVID-19. We want to shine a light on those who missed out on their big moments and those who stepped up to help. . .
If you or someone you know want to be included, email [email protected].
"Really the lowest part of all of this was calling the associates and letting them know that, temporarily, we were going to have to lay them off. And when they wanted to know how long that would be, we couldn't give them an answer at that time."
Andy Marshall, owner of A. Marshall Hospitality which owns and operates Puckett's Downtown Columbia, talks about the difficulty of running a business and having to lay of staff during the COVID-19 pandemic.
"It's about connection. I felt like half my business was gone. And I don't mean making money - I mean half my purpose was just gone."
Brett Glover, owner of Glover’s Second Hand, and vendors Ellie McCarthy and Stephanie Henley talk about their vintage - not thrift - store and what it was like trying to run a business during the COVID-19 pandemic.
"Really what we're doing is building better adults for the future. It may not be the dancing they take with them, but they have a lot of other skills they learn from us. Quite honestly, we learn from them too."
Millie Landers, owner of Columbia Dance Academy, talks about shifting her studio's classes to an online format and the loss of their yearly recital.
"People want leadership, and they want clarity. They want people who are not scared to speak up and speak out even when it might not be the most popular thing."
Mayor Chaz Molder is the mayor of the City of Columbia, TN - Government. He talks about navigating the COVID-19 pandemic as both a mayor and a father.
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It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Muletown, and Satterwhite Tree Farm has been making it look like Christmas for more than 30 years now. We filmed their interview on a wintry, snowy day - rare in Middle Tennessee - which seemed to fit the Christmassy mood we were going for. The Satterwhites and their trees are traditions here in Columbia and it is a privilege to tell their story. Satterwhite Christmas Trees and Trimmings
"Coming into Columbia, I wasn't sure what to expect. The community has been really great. It's been fun to watch other small businesses come into this area and small businesses that had been here growing." Diane Sheets, founder of Nashville Tea Company, talks about transitioning her business to a brick and mortar store in Columbia and the growth she has seen.
"One of our missions is to preserve these things and continue to share them. On the other hand, it's also our job to expand the mission and to dig into these stories and find the ways in which we can reach the broader community." Candice Candeto (Curator and Interim Executive Director) and Thomas Samuel (Education and Program Coordinator) from the President James K. Polk Home & Museum talk about the complicated legacy of James K. Polk and his continued relevance for Columbia and America as a whole.
"Living on a farm is interesting. A lot of our clients, we'll be on a phone call or a Zoom and there will be a horse whinnying outside and they can hear it and they're like 'What was that?'" Adam Silverman of Muletown Digital talks about running a digital agency out of his family's farm and the importance of Columbia as a community.
"The key for us is that independence doesn't mean alone. We are not expecting these women to walk away from us with nothing. We want them to walk away with a relationship with Jesus. We want them to walk away with a relationship with us." Justin and Rachel Peck, founders of 431 Ministries discuss their mission and the impact they hope to have on the community of Columbia and Middle Tennessee. Learn more at 431house.org Additional footage provided by Alex Lyons
"It's really hard because you can't have that personal one on one connection anymore. There's a barrier in between you and your patient." Megan Stanfill, owner of Agape Family Health talks about the challenges of running a family clinic in the midst of a global pandemic.
"We provide a space, a focused space where people can come connect - not just to do work, but also, possibly, to have a conversation." Aaron Rudd, owner of Muletown Collective discusses the importance of community and how the community of Columbia is growing.
"I've never felt more successful in my job than I have doing the Small Business Series. It is the most wonderful project I've ever done." Sarah B. Gilliam, a local photographer, discusses rediscovering the community of Columbia and why that community is so important.
"From my wife Chrissy and I and the rest of the team at the Dotted Lime, we have nothing but love for Columbia and the way the people of Columbia and the surrounding cities and towns have supported us through all of this." Paul Jensen, owner of The Dotted Lime, talks about his restaurant and how they have found their place in the community of Columbia, TN.
"People keep asking us 'How?' and I just keep saying the word 'Prudence.' Today I'm going to think about tomorrow. It really has not been about what we are doing next month. Just how are things today?" Bryson and Susan Leach are the owners of Needle and Grain and Little Neighbors. They talk about the difficulty of planning to open a new store, delivery and, of course, puzzles.
"As a people person, that six foot rule can be hard to remember sometimes. But we are trying to be more cognizant of that." Ronnie Ezell, owner of Alexanders Mattress World, talks about staying open through COVID-19, the small business community, and what the future looks like.
"It began to weigh on me: what does the community think about the church and our role in the community? It really started to burden me that the community is watching." Pastor Steve Livengood of The First Family talks about feeling the need to close the church and making hard decisions around COVID-19.
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