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New book ‘Backyard Stew’ Turns Playtime Into a Learning Adventure

A new interactive picture book, Backyard Stew, offers a playful way to bring those goals together.

By Demetria GreenOctober 12, 2026 at 5:51 pm EDT

Lifestyle

Singer Bay Simpson brings the ‘New Normal’ to TVL

Bay Simpson performed a new song from his EP, The New Normal, blending country, Southern rock, blues and Americana.

Lifestyle

The Scout Guide releases its newest volume

Dawn Pumpelly, Owner of the Scout Guide, and Amanda Elliot, Editor, stopped by TVL to share what they are working on and to deliver some big news.

Entertainment

Joshua Perr lists ways for women to keep themselves safe

The founder of Hedge of Protection Security Services, Joshua Perr, just joined Tennessee Valley Living.

Food & Drinks

Chef Allen Noble talks ‘Fall Brunch: Homecoming Edition’

Chef Allen Noble with 116 Noble just brought all kinds of goodies to the TVL Kitchen!

October 08, 2026 at 8:07 pm EDT

Charlotte Cosby talks ‘Bloom: The Military Child’s Journey’

Are you a military spouse and parent?

By Cailyn Holloway

Demetre White talks Colossal’s Super Dad competition

Make way for Super Dad!

By Cailyn Holloway

Local author Kaitlin Chappell Rogers talks new book

One local author just released a book that aims to help you persevere faithfully in your daily battles, keep going when quitting feels easier, and recognizing God at work in every obstacle.

By Cailyn Holloway

Things to Do

Food & Drinks

Chef Allen Noble talks ‘Fall Brunch: Homecoming Edition’

Chef Allen Noble with 116 Noble just brought all kinds of goodies to the TVL Kitchen!

Events

SueAnne Griffith talks Five Points Historic Walking Tour

History buffs, this one is for you!

Events

Kaleigh Tingelstad talks what to expect for Alabama and Auburn weekend matches

48 News’ own Kaleigh Tingelstad joined Tennessee Valley Living to give us an outlook on this weekend’s matches for Alabama and Auburn!

Events

Dollywood’s Harvest Festival underway

We’re still waiting for those cool temperatures to roll in, but Fall is underway!

Events

Liz Hurley Ribbon Run set for October 17th

Get ready for the 23rd annual Liz Hurley Ribbon Run!

Health & Wellness

The PJR Collective talks signs of domestic abuse

Signs of domestic violence can be subtle.

Food & Drinks

Chef Allen Noble talks ‘Fall Brunch: Homecoming Edition’

Chef Allen Noble with 116 Noble just brought all kinds of goodies to the TVL Kitchen!

Food & Drinks

Renegade Lemonade shares recipe for Cinnamon Brown Sugar Hot Toddy

Renegade Lemonade just made an appearance on Tennessee Valley Living to talk about their Cinnamon Brown Sugar Hot Toddy – just in time for Fall!

Food & Drinks

Nick’s Ristorante previews Taste of Huntsville lineup

The executive chef of Nick’s Ristorante just joined Tennessee Valley Living for a preview of this week’s Taste of Huntsville.

Food & Drinks

Flippin’ Filipino shares Lumpia Shanghai recipe ahead of iFest appearance

Mary Chappell with Flippin’ Filipino just joined Tennessee Valley Living to walk us through the process of making Lumpia Shanghai.

Food & Drinks

Kakes by Kee shows off Biscoff Spice Cake

Kiera Boyd with Kakes by Kee joined us to walk us through her Biscoff Spice Cake.

Food & Drinks

Fire and Spice shares recipe for ‘North of the Border’ tacos

Thomas Poux with ‘Fire and Spice’ joined Tennessee Valley Living to give us a step-by-step guide on their ‘North of the Border’ tacos!

Latest Articles

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New book ‘Backyard Stew’ Turns Playtime Into a Learning Adventure

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Singer Bay Simpson brings the ‘New Normal’ to TVL

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The Scout Guide releases its newest volume

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Joshua Perr lists ways for women to keep themselves safe

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Chef Allen Noble talks ‘Fall Brunch: Homecoming Edition’

Lifestyle

New book ‘Backyard Stew’ Turns Playtime Into a Learning Adventure

A new interactive picture book, Backyard Stew, offers a playful way to bring those goals together.

Lifestyle

Singer Bay Simpson brings the ‘New Normal’ to TVL

Bay Simpson performed a new song from his EP, The New Normal, blending country, Southern rock, blues and Americana.

Lifestyle

The Scout Guide releases its newest volume

Dawn Pumpelly, Owner of the Scout Guide, and Amanda Elliot, Editor, stopped by TVL to share what they are working on and to deliver some big news.

Entertainment

Joshua Perr lists ways for women to keep themselves safe

The founder of Hedge of Protection Security Services, Joshua Perr, just joined Tennessee Valley Living.

Food & Drinks

Chef Allen Noble talks ‘Fall Brunch: Homecoming Edition’

Chef Allen Noble with 116 Noble just brought all kinds of goodies to the TVL Kitchen!

Entertainment

Charlotte Cosby talks ‘Bloom: The Military Child’s Journey’

Are you a military spouse and parent?

Food & Drinks

Renegade Lemonade shares recipe for Cinnamon Brown Sugar Hot Toddy

Renegade Lemonade just made an appearance on Tennessee Valley Living to talk about their Cinnamon Brown Sugar Hot Toddy – just in time for Fall!

Entertainment

Jamie Roney talks teaching your kids independence

Do you want to teach your child to be more independent? Well, Jamie Roney, founder of Time Rich Mom, wants to help!

Home & Decor

Valeria and Kim with Porch and Pine play ‘Name that Pumpkin’

Are you looking for some inspo to decorate your porch for the Fall? Well, Porch and Pine has your back!

Entertainment

Kristen Shores performs upcoming single ‘Why Don’t We Just Fall in Love’

A local singer-songwriter and pianist just joined Tennessee Valley Living to preview her new project!

Entertainment

Blushing Books talks rom-com book recommendations

It’s that time of year where you might just want to curl up with a good book!

Entertainment

Fred Astaire Dance Studios breaks down benefits of dance

Do you consider yourself a dancer? Well, Aaron Greer with Fred Astaire Dance Studios joined Tennessee Valley Living to break down some of the benefits you may be seeing.

Featured

Katie Ortiz talks new book ‘The Southern Sorority of Superstitious Witches’

A Southern Gothic historical fantasy set in post-Civil War Alabama – that’s how the author of ‘The Southern Sorority of Superstitious Witches’ describes her book.