The city is conveniently located in southern Tennessee. Three major metropolitan areas (Huntsville, Chattanooga, and Nashville) are within convenient driving distance, each offering a host of cultural, recreational, and entertainment activities. The community features top-rated schools, both public and private. The economy is strong and growing steadily, thanks to major employers such as Nissan, Shaw Carpets, and Arnold Engineering. Within a short distance is The University of the South, located on a beautiful 10,000-acre campus atop the Cumberland Plateau in Sewanee, Tennessee.

The town surrounds beautiful Tims Ford Lake, which attracts visitors from miles around for its wonderful fishing, boating, and water-skiing. The 10,700-acre lake is one of the most picturesque in Tennessee and is regarded as one of the top bass fishing and recreational lakes in the Southeast. Year-round fishing also provides a substantial yield of bluegill, catfish, and crappie. The park has almost five miles of paved trails that allow the hiker and cyclist to explore its natural surroundings.

Nashville International Airport = 90 miles; Chattanooga = 65 miles; Huntsville = 54 miles