Severe Weather Outlook for Saturday, March 27, 2021

Storm update: Smyrna mostly spared, but more to come this weekend

Mar 26, 2021 at 10:06 am by Michelle Willard

Despite the dire warnings on Nashville TV news last night, Rutherford County was largely spared during severe weather.   "We are grateful our community is safe, and.... Read More
Brrrr! It was cold last week.

Local agencies can help with high electric bills fueled by cold weather

Feb 26, 2021 at 10:00 am by Voice Wire

The effects of last week’s frigid temperatures can linger longer than expected. As electric bills reflecting higher energy use from the recent cold weather begin to arri.... Read More
Murfreesboro Street Department crew

Cities scramble to fill potholes

Feb 25, 2021 at 09:51 am by Michelle Willard

After a week of ice and snow that blanketed Middle Tennessee, requiring the application of approximately 2,000 tons of salt on Murfreesboro streets and 500 tons of&n.... Read More

Murfreesboro Mama: 18 Spots for Rainy Day Play

Feb 22, 2021 at 10:16 am by Laura Beth Payne

Image: Fire truck exhibit at Discovery Center. Murfreesboro Mama  Whether it’s a heavy spring rain or a bout of Ice-mageddon, Tennessee weather is known for being.... Read More
Icicles

Ice and frozen temps head to Middle Tennessee this week

Feb 09, 2021 at 10:30 am by Michelle Willard

Old man winter is ready to rear his head in Middle Tennessee. According to forecasts from the National Weather Service, colder temperatures are predicted through the middle o.... Read More

Opinion: Failure in leadership led to Nashville's Great Flood and continued flooding after

Dec 17, 2020 at 11:40 am by robmtchl

The record rainfall before 2010 was way back in 1979 when the remnants of Hurricane Frederick on May 5th dropped 6.68 inches on Nashville. The Mill Creek area in Antioch and S.... Read More

Murfreesboro firefighters deploy to to Louisiana for Hurricane Delta

Oct 09, 2020 at 11:00 am by Voice Wire

The Murfreesboro Fire and Rescue Department will join The Nashville Fire Department and other agencies from Middle Tennessee and deploy to Louisiana to aid in search and rescu.... Read More

United Way used $500K to help local partners with tornado and COVID-19 relief

Sep 16, 2020 at 07:00 am by United Way 1

In the last six months, the United Way of Rutherford and Cannon Counties has administered a total of $546,796 in special grants through the Tornado Relief Fund, COVID-19.... Read More

Murfreesboro sends 3 firefighters to help with Tropical Storm Sally

Sep 15, 2020 at 11:00 am by Voice Wire

The Murfreesboro Fire & Rescue Department will join with other agencies from Middle Tennessee and deploy to Louisiana to aid in search and rescue efforts followi.... Read More

Rising waters trap 2 men in Snail Shell Cave

Sep 14, 2020 at 09:35 am by Lisa Marchesoni

Two men trapped inside Snail Shell Cave with rising waters from heavy rains were rescued Sunday afternoon, Sept. 13 by teams of Rutherford County emergency responders.&nb.... Read More
Murfreesboro Fire & Rescue Department

Murfreesboro firefighters called home from Hurricane Laura deployment

Aug 28, 2020 at 09:18 am by Voice Wire 1

A group of Murfreesboro Fire & Rescue Department firefighters, deployed to assist with the aftermath of Hurricane Laura, is returning home after being told the task force.... Read More
Hurricane Laura

Are you ready for Tropical Depression Laura?

Aug 27, 2020 at 10:00 am by Voice Wire

With Hurricane Laura forecast in the area for tonight and tomorrow, it is a good time for homeowners to make sure they are ready to weather the storm. Homeowners can protect.... Read More