Tennessee lawmakers are taking another step toward addressing a problem that’s been quietly building for years — not enough doctors to meet growing demand. A proposal advancing through the General Assembly aims to ease that strain by opening a new pathway for internationally trained physicians to practice in the state.

Buds and Blooms has opened for the 2026 season, bringing locally grown plants, a new perennial hall, and a familiar stop for Sparta gardeners.

Frankie’s Pizzeria is now open in downtown Sparta, offering New York-style pizza and adding another locally owned option on the square.

New studio could change the game for Sparta photographers