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Discover the Blues Backroads! 🎵 Explore Fayette, Lauderdale, and Tipton (TN), DeSoto (MS), and Crittenden (AR).

Scenic roads lead to adventure—hear the blues, follow your tune!

08/26/2026

Two local spots in Stanton, TN:

The Cannery Café is a local favorite, serving hearty Southern breakfast and lunch in the Stanton Cannery.

The Stanton Welcome Center supports the community through educational resources, Haywood County GED classes, and online learning opportunities.

You just might discover your new favorite small-town stop.

08/24/2026

Some places aren't known for crowds or bucket lists, they're known for the stories they hold.

Stanton is one of those places.

Tucked away in the quieter side of Haywood County, it's a reminder that the Backroads aren't about checking off famous destinations. They're about discovering the places where life moves a little slower, neighbors know each other by name, and every road has a story to tell.

Follow along as we share some special gems.

08/14/2026

Looking for a meaningful weekend drive? Head to Henning, Tennessee, where history and storytelling come together.

Visit the Alex Haley Museum & Interpretive Center, tour the home where Haley spent much of his childhood, and learn how the family stories he heard there inspired Roots. It's a small town with a lasting impact on American history, and a reminder that some of the most powerful stories begin close to home.

This Friday, take the scenic route and experience a piece of Tennessee's rich heritage on the Blues Backroads.

📸: Jeffrey Stoner

08/12/2026

If you're exploring Tennessee's literary and cultural history, a stop at the Alex Haley Museum & Interpretive Center in Henning is well worth the drive.

The Alex Haley Museum is more than a historic home, it's a place that explores the power of storytelling, genealogy, and preserving family history. Haley's work helped spark a nationwide interest in tracing ancestry and documenting oral histories, reminding visitors that every family has stories worth remembering.

08/10/2026

Henning and Alex Haley. The man who wrote Roots grew up on these roads. A substantive heritage post about the birthplace of one of the most important American writers of the twentieth century. This story belongs on the Blues Backroads.

📍: Henning, TN

08/05/2026

Looking for a slower pace? Spend the day exploring Somerville's courthouse square, browsing local boutiques, and discovering the simple charm that makes Fayette County so special.

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Main Street Eatery
Ruth & RIce
White House & Coffee Co
De Terra Vineyard & Wines of Somerville

08/03/2026

Somerville town intro: the Fayette County seat asks you to slow down. An old courthouse, a quiet downtown, and the kind of character that rewards slow travel.

07/31/2026

Good food. Great shopping. A weekend well spent in Germantown, TN.

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Jospehine's
Rosie's Tavern
Monkees of Germantown
Sweet Musings Bakery & Cafe
Local Lime Tacos

07/29/2026

Looking for free family fun? We've rounded up a few events happening in Germantown this weekend.

07/27/2026

When people think of Shelby County, Memphis often gets the spotlight. But just a short drive away, Germantown offers a character all its own. Known for its beautiful parks, thriving local businesses, popular farmers market, and packed calendar of community events, Germantown blends small-town charm with modern amenities.

Whether you're shopping local, enjoying a seasonal festival, exploring the Greenway, or spending a Saturday at the farmers market, there's always something happening. It's a community that values connection, quality of life, and supporting local businesses, making it well worth a visit.

A favorite Germantown destination, Bobby Lanier Farm Park is a 10-acre working farm featuring farm animals, community gardens, walking paths, and seasonal events that connect visitors to agriculture and the outdoors.

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