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Last week, my wife and I took our two kids down to the Sevierville/Pigeon Forge area for a few days. It was our last little family getaway before back-to-school season really goes into full gear, and I am happy to say that, overall, everyone enjoyed the trip.

A singer/songwriter contest will be among the many offerings at this year’s NIBROC Festival in downtown Corbin. A $1,000 cash prize will be awarded at the conclusion of the contest, which is scheduled to be held at the Tomahawks Axe Club on Aug. 10-12. Second and third place...