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Music Spotlight: Tyce Delk

Oct 20, 2026 at 10:17 am

In July, when I went to the Opry to see another artist, Tyce Delk made his Opry debut. I was so blown away by his performance of his original song, “Adaline,” th.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Alyssa and Wayne Brewer

Sep 15, 2023 at 06:15 am by Bethany Bowman

I get sent tracks from artists daily, so many that I can’t listen to everything that gets sent to me. But when I happened upon Alyssa and Wayne Brewer’s cover of G.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Leah Marie Mason

Oct 18, 2022 at 02:37 pm by Bethany Bowman 2

NASHVILLE, Tennessee - Leah Marie Mason is a Nashville-based singer/songwriter from North Carolina. She comes from a musical family where her dad was a drummer. “W.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Cooper Alan

Nov 07, 2025 at 09:55 am by Bethany Bowman

Ever since the viral TikTok star, Cooper Alan, came across my radar several years ago, I have wanted to interview him for my Music Spotlight column. The arrival of his 20-so.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Johnathon Heilbroun

Sep 01, 2023 at 10:39 am by Bethany Bowman

When I went to see Music Spotlight artist, 12-year-old Brooklyn Summer play at Opry Mills last year, her then 14-year-old friend, Johnathon Heilbroun, played too. I already kn.... Read More

Smyrna partners with Tennessee Army State Guard to host drive-thru Toys for Tots drive

Dec 14, 2021 at 10:00 am by Voice Wire

The Town of Smyrna is pleased to support the USMC Toys for Tots program by supporting a drive-thru toy drive at the Smyrna Event Center. The need from local.... Read More

Submitted Commentary - For the Love of Valentine’s Day: Not Just One Day … But For Life.

Feb 10, 2023 at 11:00 am by Paulette Jackson

LOVE - Submitted Commentary by Paulette Jackson: For those of us who may not be familiar with the beginnings of St. Valentine’s Day, it was a feast day in the Catholic r.... Read More

Rutherford County Library System's Technological Engagement Center

Murfreesboro FAQ: How to check out the Rutherford County Library System

Feb 13, 2020 at 12:00 pm by Michelle Willard

Rutherford County Library System is comprised of five branches – downtown Murfreesboro, Smyrna, Eagleville, Technological Engagement Center and Myrtle Lord Glanton Libra.... Read More

Clint Black Releases Memoir: ‘Killin’ Time: My Life and Music’

May 13, 2026 at 02:47 pm by Bethany Bowman

If you like biographies, especially autobiographies, about popular musical artists or bands, I recommend Clint Black’s memoir, Killin’ Time: My Life and Music..... Read More

Music Spotlight Artist Belles Collaborates with Dolly Parton for 'Son of Jolene' Release

Apr 17, 2026 at 07:32 am by Bethany Bowman

I have interviewed hundreds of singer-songwriters, including Kelli Belles, and if you ask them who the one person they would like to collaborate with is, nearly all will nam.... Read More

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3 Ways to Take-in the Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center

Nov 06, 2019 at 10:00 am by Laura Beth Payne

With dropping temperatures and the end of that darned Daylight Savings this month, I definitely felt the need to start laying out my indoor recreation options for the kids. T.... Read More

Halloween, Holy Days and Our Own Scary Stories

Oct 30, 2018 at 07:00 am by Paulette Jackson

“Man thinks they are each alone in this world. It is not true. You are all connected. One act can one day affect all.” ~Story Halloween is just around the corner,.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Grace Humphries

Oct 14, 2026 at 11:59 am

Many of the new artists I interview are current Belmont University students or alumni. However, very few can say that they were on John Legend's team on Season 29 of NBC's T.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Jessica Willis Fisher

May 16, 2025 at 08:22 am by Bethany Bowman

Several years ago, I heard Jessica Willis Fisher do a writer's round with the Song Suffragettes. I was mesmerized by her heartfelt lyrics and angelic voice. She mentioned he.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Laine Lonero

Aug 16, 2023 at 04:50 pm by Bethany Bowman

Laine Lonero is from Louisiana where she studied Opera and Musical Theater as a child. No one in her immediate family sings at all. The classically trained artist started.... Read More

Did Terry Sullivan's wife have him killed for life insurance?

Nov 05, 2018 at 11:00 am by Michelle Willard

After the shooting death of Terry Sullivan in 2009, the mystery surrounding it became one of White County's most high-profile investigations and notorious cold cases.... Read More

Make a Classic Carrot Cake the Easy Way!

Apr 04, 2019 at 08:00 am by Easywaygourmet 1

Spring is supposed to be here, but the weather keeps throwing us occasional frosty days. Everyone is getting ready for warm sunny days, and many are searching for just the r.... Read More

It is Time To Compensate Student Teachers!

Dec 05, 2025 at 10:54 am by JC Bowman

The ongoing debate over unpaid student teaching is more than just an education policy issue; it deeply reflects our societal values and priorities. This practice, firmly roote.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Britnee Kellogg

Jun 28, 2024 at 02:45 am by Bethany Bowman

Britnee Kellogg grew up listening to all the good stuff: Waylon, Willie, Dolly, and 90s country. But it was when she was just six years old that her life was profoundly impa.... Read More

Murfreesboro’s Walnut House to play host to first show in WMOT’s new pop-up live music series

Dec 06, 2018 at 07:00 am by Voice Wire

WMOT Roots Radio 89.5 will host their first Pop-Up Show at the Walnut House on Friday, Dec. 7. This show is open to WMOT members and their guests. In partnership with the Wal.... Read More

Everything you need to know about the 19 biggest lawsuits facing Rutherford County (2021 edition)

Oct 28, 2021 at 11:15 am by Michelle Willard 1

With all the bad press around the illegal jailing of children and the lawsuit about that, one Voice reader got to wondering and poking about trying to figure out what other le.... Read More

Kasey Tyndall Releases Self-Titled Album

Feb 28, 2025 at 07:39 am by Bethany Bowman

Since I first featured Kasey Tyndall in January 2020, a lot has happened since the rising artist got her start. She has been on tour with Drake White, Ella Langley, and Ian.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Lewis Brice

Aug 01, 2023 at 12:10 pm by Bethany Bowman

Lewis Brice is a singer/songwriter from Sumter, South Carolina who has been on my short list of artists that I wanted to interview for several years. He and his talented.... Read More

Rutherford County, Murfreesboro ready to fund schools, bike trails (respectively)

Jun 21, 2018 at 12:42 pm by Michelle Willard

The Rutherford County Board of Education took a guided tour (I don't know if it was three hours) of potential sites for new schools over the weekend. After the tour, the boar.... Read More

Try a Frittata for a Fast and Fab Supper

Mar 09, 2018 at 10:00 am by Easywaygourmet 1

It seems the most popular recipes I write are those that anchor the dinner table and take literally less than 10 minutes from start to finish. And I understand that. .... Read More