Murfreesboro Voicehttps://www.murfreesborovoice.com/feeds2024-03-15T06:00:00-05:00Bethany Bowmanhttps://www.murfreesborovoice.com/article/6650/movie-review-the-neon-highway
More than 30 years in the making, the movie The Neon Highway had its debut on the silver screen this past Wednesday in Nashville. Originally written by Phillip Bellury and the director, William Wage...]]>2024-03-15T06:00:00-05:00JC Bowmanhttps://www.murfreesborovoice.com/article/6646/looking-at-universal-vouchersStakeholders in Tennessee largely support school choice, but public opinion on universal vouchers is mixed. According to polling data, it depends on state policies and program design, indicating no cl...]]>2024-03-12T06:00:00-05:00JC Bowmanhttps://www.murfreesborovoice.com/article/6645/school-choice-definedMaking the correct choice regarding your child's education is essential, as it can significantly impact their future. Families often prioritize education by opting for their neighborhood public school...]]>2024-03-11T16:03:43-05:00Bethany Bowmanhttps://www.murfreesborovoice.com/article/6644/music-spotlight-darci-lynne
It’s hard to believe that I interviewed 13-year-old Darci Lynne Farmer six years ago. In 2018, she was the reigning winner of season 12 of America’s Got Talent proving her skills as an e...]]>2024-03-11T10:20:00-05:00Bethany Bowmanhttps://www.murfreesborovoice.com/article/6638/music-spotlight-flat-river-bandFlat River Band consists of three brothers Andy, Chad, and Dennijo Sitze, who grew up in a multi-generational family band. Performing alongside their parents and grandparents, they held residencies at...]]>2024-03-07T14:32:54-06:00JC Bowmanhttps://www.murfreesborovoice.com/article/6627/raise-the-bar-lead-the-worldSchools are often political battlegrounds, reflecting the values and ideologies of different groups. Politicians and interest groups engage in contentious issues such as education policies, funding, a...]]>2024-03-05T06:46:23-06:00Bethany Bowmanhttps://www.murfreesborovoice.com/article/6633/country-radio-seminar-2024-wrap-up
After a packed three days of musical performances, informative panels, and engaging sessions, Country Radio Seminar (CRS) has concluded.
This year’s event was a success, with attendees enj...]]>2024-03-04T20:59:00-06:00Bethany Bowmanhttps://www.murfreesborovoice.com/article/6622/music-spotlight-bettin-on-the-muleAnyone who follows my blog knows I like a good hometown rockin’ country band. When I first heard Bettin’ On the Mule, (BOTM) from Rockmart, Georgia, I instantly loved their energy.
The &l...]]>2024-02-26T12:26:46-06:00JC Bowmanhttps://www.murfreesborovoice.com/article/6618/local-control-empowers-parents-and-taxpayersLocal control has always been a vital part of the American education system. Until Race to the Top came along in 2009, conservatives defended the importance of local autonomy as a cornerstone of democ...]]>2024-02-26T12:21:40-06:00Bethany Bowmanhttps://www.murfreesborovoice.com/article/6617/music-spotlight-due-west
Due West is a trio of country musicians who met at a house party in 2004. Tim Gates, Matt Lopez, and Brad Hull are from the western U.S., but like many aspiring artists, they found themselves in Mus...]]>2024-02-23T07:00:00-06:00JC Bowmanhttps://www.murfreesborovoice.com/article/6613/universal-vouchers-need-more-debate
Political discussions need more critical thinking in the current climate, negatively impacting discourse. It takes work to engage in thoughtful debates. Lawmakers rush political discussions wi...]]>2024-02-21T10:33:13-06:00Bethany Bowmanhttps://www.murfreesborovoice.com/article/6612/clint-black-announces-2024-world-tour-celebrating-35-years-of-killin-timeFollowing three sold-out shows at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium, Clint Black is going on tour to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the award-winning album, Killin’ Time. He and his electrif...]]>2024-02-19T16:02:00-06:00JC Bowmanhttps://www.murfreesborovoice.com/article/6602/celebrate-presidents-dayPresidents' Day is a US national holiday that honors the first president, George Washington. The role of the President of the United States is unlike any other and requires unique on-the-job training....]]>2024-02-19T13:54:38-06:00JC Bowmanhttps://www.murfreesborovoice.com/article/6600/help-wanted-seeking-qualified-teachersThe truth is that teaching is a challenging profession that requires a unique set of skills and abilities, and not everyone is cut out for it. The pandemic worsened the problem of recruiting and retai...]]>2024-02-14T15:18:01-06:00Beesley Animal Foundationhttps://www.murfreesborovoice.com/article/6601/purple-paws-mixer-for-the-beesley-animal-foundationPurple Paws is a non-profit organization dedicated to raising funds to assist domestic, non-domestic, and service animal charities along with spay/neuter programs throughout Middle Tennessee. The...]]>2024-02-14T15:17:30-06:00Bethany Bowmanhttps://www.murfreesborovoice.com/article/6598/tg-sheppard-and-kelly-lang-release-youre-still-the-one-just-in-time-for-valentines-day
One of my favorite country music couples is T.G. Sheppard and Kelly Lang. I learned last year that the pair were planning a new duets album for 2024. They decided that the first song they would rele...]]>2024-02-12T09:43:30-06:00JC Bowmanhttps://www.murfreesborovoice.com/article/6597/the-achievement-school-district-is-a-failed-approach-to-school-reform"What did Ronald Reagan comprehend that many current conservatives fail to see? This quote encapsulates it perfectly: "The most frightening words in the English language are, 'I'm from the government...]]>2024-02-11T20:04:57-06:00Bethany Bowmanhttps://www.murfreesborovoice.com/article/6595/music-spotlight-scotty-hasting
I often run across veterans while writing about country music. And while only a few veterans also become performing musicians, there is something about having served that makes their music ring true...]]>2024-02-09T06:00:00-06:00Bethany Bowmanhttps://www.murfreesborovoice.com/article/6590/music-spotlight-josh-abbott-band
One of the bands I have been wanting to feature for a while is the Josh Abbott Band. With multiple hit songs having multi-million streams, they are hugely popular in their home state of Texas a...]]>2024-02-05T11:10:57-06:00Bethany Bowmanhttps://www.murfreesborovoice.com/article/6589/music-spotlight-josh-abbott-band
One of the bands I have been wanting to feature for a while is the Josh Abbott Band. With multiple hit songs having multi-million streams, they are hugely popular in their home state of Texas a...]]>2024-02-05T11:10:54-06:00