The LOCAL Place

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Press coverage, media features, and community highlights from The LOCAL Place.

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Centerville, TN

About an hour from Nashville

Press & Media

From PBS Tennessee Crossroads to state tourism features, The LOCAL Place has been recognized for bringing specialty coffee, homemade ice cream, and creative experiences to small-town Tennessee.

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Watch: PBS Tennessee Crossroads Feature

Host Joe Elmore visits The LOCAL Place and MADE @ The Local in Centerville, TN — exploring the story behind the coffee, the homemade ice cream, and the pottery studio upstairs.

Originally aired on PBS Tennessee Crossroads

PBS Tennessee Crossroads

Featured on PBS Tennessee Crossroads: The LOCAL Place Cafe & Ceramics Studio

Host Joe Elmore visits The LOCAL Place in Centerville, where gourmet coffee, creative waffle sandwiches, and homemade ice cream come together in a beloved community gathering spot. The segment highlights how the team transformed an 80-year-old downtown location into a thriving multi-business destination, adding MADE @ The Local ceramics studio upstairs where guests can paint pottery and make candles.

TV segment

TN.Gov Tourism

Feb 21, 2025

Celebrating TN Female Makers & Shakers

Tennessee Tourism spotlights The LOCAL Place and MADE @ The Local as part of their celebration of female makers and shakers across the state.

Web article

Tennessee Highlighter

June 11, 2024

Artisan Ice Cream Makers, Dreamers, Community Builders

A feature on how The LOCAL Place is bringing specialty coffee, homemade ice cream, and creative experiences to rural Tennessee.

Web article

Preserving Centerville

Mar 14, 2023

Restoring an 80-Year-Old Building on the Square

The story of transforming a historic downtown building into a thriving multi-business destination on Centerville’s Public Square.

News feature & web article

West Family Homestead

The Family Behind The LOCAL Place

A look at the West family and the mission behind The LOCAL Place — building community through coffee, creativity, and connection in Centerville, TN.

News feature & web article

Media & Press Inquiries

For media requests, interviews, high-resolution photos, or press materials, reach out via the form below or email us directly at info@thelocalplacetn.com

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I request press coverage or schedule an interview?

Email us at info@thelocalplacetn.com with your outlet name, story angle, and timeline. We’re happy to accommodate media visits and interviews.

Can I use photos from The LOCAL Place in my article?

Yes — reach out via email and we can provide high-resolution images and brand assets for your story.

Where is The LOCAL Place located?

The cafe and MADE studio are at 111 S Public Square in downtown Centerville, TN. The LOCAL Drive-Thru is at 1171 TN-100. We’re about an hour from Nashville.

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