Voices

Opinion: Border walls work, but Dems won't admit it

Jan 15, 2019 at 07:00 am by clervin 3

The controversy over the border wall is all about optics, charges of racism, immorality, etc., but it really comes down to President Trump: He can't be allowed to have a victo.... Read More

Opinion: Democrats get impeachment bug, Trump gets another SCOTUS pick, and other 2019 Political Predictions

Jan 14, 2019 at 07:00 am by clervin

While my year-end wrap-up think piece was a total bust, I’m doubling down by announcing daring predictions for 2019. The bottom line is: As crazy and unpredictable 2018.... Read More

Dads2Dads: If you keep resolutions, make sure they are these 3

Jan 10, 2019 at 08:00 am by Dads2Dads

As we said, last time, the New Year arrives, and we resolve to make many improvements in our lives. The beginning of the year is a good time to reflect on how last year went,.... Read More

Slideshow

Lunch & Local: From the Greek Cafe to Murfree Spring Wetlands

Jan 08, 2019 at 10:00 am by tchoate

On a rainy Friday in Murfreesboro we visit the Greek Cafe and enjoy the sights at the Murfree Springs wetlands. Click "Slideshow" icon on the image above to view photos.... Read More

Slideshow

Lunch & Local: From Taco Garage to Middle Point Landfill

Jan 04, 2019 at 11:00 am by tchoate

This is the first of a new series that involves grabbing lunch at a local eatery, heading to an interesting local destination and capturing photos along the way. Click "Slide.... Read More

What are the true meaning of words of grief and consolation

Jan 04, 2019 at 09:36 am by Paulette Jackson

Alone Alone is a word that stands by itself, carrying the austere, solitary beauty of its own meaning even as it is spoken to another. It is a word that can be felt at t.... Read More

Everyone can be a hero if you learn to thrive

Jan 03, 2019 at 07:00 am by aGentleDrLaura

When I first learned to read, my Dad turned me loose in the children’s section of our public library. I was free to choose any book I wanted. I chose biographies, autobi.... Read More

Dads2Dads: Resolve to conduct a personal review and start improving in 2019

Jan 02, 2019 at 10:30 am by Dads2Dads

The new year arrives and we make resolutions. We resolve to be better dads, to get healthier, to finish projects, etc. The years of fatherhood are littered with resolutions..... Read More

Opinion: We are Living in Orwellian Times

Dec 31, 2018 at 07:00 am by clervin

I'm penning a year-end think piece to both challenge my readers to fight back against political correctness and hopefully offer a ray of hope in dark times. Also, I want to e.... Read More

Opinion: Rutherford County Commission represents 'good ole boy' at its worst

Dec 27, 2018 at 02:00 pm by SusanVera 1

Whether you voted or not, you should be asking yourself if you are getting the representation you want from your county commissioner. The Rutherford Neighborhood Alliance has.... Read More

New Year's Resolutions for Perfectly Imperfect People.

Dec 27, 2018 at 01:30 pm by aGentleDrLaura

Last night my husband and I watched a movie starring one of my favorite movie and television heroes. Handsome, brave and headstrong, sometimes rude, and yes, afraid of heights.... Read More

Dads2Dads: Take A Moment To Make A Moment

Dec 27, 2018 at 12:27 pm by Dads2Dads

It only takes a moment to have a meaningful interaction with your child. That is the focus of the campaign for good parenting from the National Responsible Fatherhood Clearing.... Read More