Tressa Bush
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Founder of the Smith County Historical Tourism Society. Award-winning journalist, writer, and editor.
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When Carthage Was a Capital: A Civil War Tale of Two Armies
Carthage does not always make the headlines in Civil War history. Yet its story is one of movement, strategy, and resilience. Tucked along the Cumberland River, the town was more than a dot on the map. It was a gateway. Whoever held Carthage held influence over trade, supply lines, and travel in Middle Tennessee.
By Tressa Bush5 months ago in History
How Continuous Education and Skill Acquisition Define Midlife Entrepreneurial Success
Starting over in midlife isn’t a sign of failure. It’s proof of wisdom. And more importantly, it’s a choice. I didn’t plan to become an entrepreneur. But I’m grateful I did. When I launched SCHTS, I wasn’t just building a business. I was rebuilding myself.
By Tressa Bush8 months ago in Confessions
Smith County's Quiet Stand: A Different Take on Tobacco and Agricultural Struggles
When people talk about the “Tobacco Wars,” they usually paint a dramatic picture. They talk about protests, strikes, and bitter battles between farmers and corporations. That’s not the full story—at least not in Smith County, Tennessee.
By Tressa Bush9 months ago in Confessions
