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Celebrating Computer Science Education Week

Dec 10, 2025 at 02:56 pm by JC Bowman

Computer Science Education Week (CSEdWeek) takes place every year during the second full week of December, from December 8 to 14 in 2025, aligned with the birthday of computin.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Marcus Hummon

Dec 13, 2025 at 12:53 pm by Bethany Bowman

Marcus Hummon is a renowned, respected, and much-loved songwriter from Nashville, Tennessee. When I learned that he composed an entire album dedicated to the famous American.... Read More

Tennessee Department of Education Releases 2025 ACT Results

Dec 10, 2025 at 02:11 pm by JC Bowman

The Tennessee Department of Education has unveiled the ACT results and participation rates for the graduating class of 2025, showcasing an impressive 99% participation rate ac.... 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

Heart To Play The Pinnacle On December 21

Dec 17, 2025 at 10:39 am by Bethany Bowman

The famed rock band, Heart, is playing the beautiful Pinnacle Venue in Nashville on December 21. After seeing them play Ascend in 2019, I was already aware that their show i.... Read More

The Need for Mental Health Awareness in Education

Dec 16, 2025 at 10:37 am by JC Bowman

In K-12 education, the need for mental health awareness has never been greater. Mental health issues, often ignored, impact a large portion of the population—1 in 5 Amer.... Read More

Time to Recalibrate Our Educational Compass

Dec 09, 2025 at 11:53 am by JC Bowman

Imagine a universe where parents and educators lead the debate on education. In the current paradigm, we are playing a high-stakes game of educational chess. The result could.... Read More

2025 (Mostly) Country Christmas Roundup

Dec 05, 2025 at 09:37 am by Bethany Bowman

This year's roundup is bigger than ever, with so many artists putting out new Christmas music. I compiled a list of 25 original songs, 15 beloved covers, and 22 full albums.... Read More

Murfreesboro will raze historic building, former home of Murfreesboro Little Theatre

Sep 09, 2019 at 04:22 pm by Voice Wire

Based on the recommendation of an independent engineer, the City of Murfreesboro will proceed with demolition of the structure previously utilized by Murfreesboro Little Theat.... Read More
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Murfreesboro Mama: Celebrate a Quarantine Easter with Amy Parker

Apr 07, 2020 at 08:40 am by Laura Beth Payne

I met Murfreesboro author Amy Parker when I was pregnant with my daughter. Friends gave me her books as shower gifts, and the pages quickly earned worn edges as I read and re-.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Noah Thompson

Jan 11, 2025 at 01:56 pm by Bethany Bowman

The one word that came to mind when I heard Noah Thompson for the first time was “unexpected.” And I believe that is part of why Thompson won American Idol in 20.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Jake & Shelby

Jan 28, 2024 at 06:48 pm by Bethany Bowman

A duo that kept showing up in my Instagram feed was a couple of kids, known as Jake & Shelby. Jake Lawson and Shelby Haim are teenagers from Hendersonville, Tennessee. K.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Annie Bosko

Oct 10, 2023 at 01:59 pm by Bethany Bowman

A California farmer’s daughter, Annie Bosko’s soulful, honey-soaked vocals and neo-traditional country sound has been perfected throughout her 10,000 + hours in.... Read More
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Music Spotlight: Molly Lovette

Mar 06, 2023 at 11:20 am by Bethany Bowman 4

Molly Lovette is from a tight-knit Irish family who grew up in St. Louis, Missouri. Deep-rooted in tradition and faith, Molly attended Catholic grade school and then an.... Read More
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Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center

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

Marsha Blackburn - Living the Life on her donor's dime

Feb 22, 2021 at 11:00 am by Waterman 4

On February 13, the day the Senate GOP caucus predictably acquitted Donald Trump in his second impeachment trial, Sen. Marsha Blackburn tweeted twice that the proceeding was &.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Presley Tennant

Apr 19, 2024 at 04:30 am by Bethany Bowman

One thing I have learned about TV singing shows is that the finalists are nearly always as good (if not better) as the actual winner. So, I try to interview as many country.... Read More
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Chad Miller, CEO of Legacy Sports, makes announcement for $350 million, 260-plus acre, multi-use family sports, and entertainment complex in Murfreesboro’s City Hall Rotunda.

Could Legacy Sports Tennessee be the next Bible Park USA?

Dec 10, 2021 at 09:45 am by Michelle Willard 5

Legacy Sports Tennessee announced Thursday, Dec. 10 it plans to build a "sports and entertainment destination for not only those in Middle Tennessee; it will attract visitors.... Read More

Bring a board game to life by donating to a Clue character

Aug 08, 2018 at 01:30 pm by WildGooseChase

Two mortgage officers, an independent business owner and an insurance agent are just a few people from the community who will don costumes for charity at Clue the Party. Clue.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Kelli Belles

Oct 18, 2024 at 10:04 am by Bethany Bowman

Rising country artist Kelli Belles, known by her stage moniker Belles, is hitting the road this fall on her highly anticipated Trust Issues Tour. The tour kicked off on Octo.... Read More

Respect Is Essential for Fixing the Teacher Shortage

Nov 14, 2025 at 11:51 am by JC Bowman

In a world where we often hear about the "teacher shortage," it’s time to ask ourselves: What exactly does that mean? Are we short on teachers, or are we short on respec.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Darci Lynne

Mar 11, 2024 at 10:20 am by Bethany Bowman

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 p.... 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

Inactive military training grenade found in yard of Murfreesboro home

Mar 28, 2020 at 01:07 pm by Voice Wire

Members of the Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) Bomb Squad removed what turned out to be an inactive military training hand grenade found in the front yard of a Murfreesboro hom.... Read More

George Jones Honored With Bronze Statue at the Ryman Auditorium

Jun 03, 2025 at 01:58 pm by Bethany Bowman

On June 3rd, 2025, one of the most influential and revered voices in country music history, George Jones, was honored with a bronze statue alongside other country icons, inc.... Read More