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Jeannie Seely’s Beloved ‘Pennsyltucky’ Home Becomes Haven for Songwriters

Sep 11, 2026 at 09:13 am

One year after the passing of Grand Ole Opry icon Jeannie Seely, her beloved Cumberland River home continues her legacy in a deeply personal way—by opening its.... Read More

The ABC's of Home Selling

May 17, 2018 at 10:00 am by John Jones

Rutherford County E911 Center gets broadband access

United Communications partners with the Rutherford County E911 Center

Nov 08, 2019 at 08:00 am by Voice Wire

United Communications and Middle Tennessee Electric, the state's largest electric cooperative, announced Thursday, Nov. 7 that it has partnered to deliver a dar.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Bronwyn

Aug 27, 2026 at 11:38 am

Bronwyn Keith-Hynes, who goes by the stage name "Bronwyn," is a Grammy-winning Americana/bluegrass artist and two-time IBMA “Fiddle Player of the Year.” Her name.... Read More
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Hummingbirds pass through Middle Tennessee on annual migration

Sep 05, 2018 at 08:00 am by Michelle Willard

Barfield Crescent Park is home to hundreds of hummingbirds. Many people come to the Wilderness Station to enjoy the chatter and beauty of these tiny birds throughout the seaso.... Read More

A Profession at the Breaking Point: Why Tennessee Is Right to Rethink Teacher Licensure

May 20, 2026 at 03:29 pm by JC Bowman

Public policy debates sometimes reveal something deeper than regulatory language or bureaucratic procedure. The proposed revisions to teacher licensure policy in Tennessee are.... Read More
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3 juveniles, 1 adult arrested in death of Smyrna couple

Mar 09, 2020 at 09:21 am by Voice Wire

Four individuals are behind bars after being charged in the deaths of a Smyrna couple, according to a press release from the Smyrna Police Department. On Feb. 29, 2020,.... Read More

Marine Veteran Leaves ‘Comfort Zone’ for Perfect Landing of MTSU Degree

Jun 10, 2022 at 11:21 am by Voice Wire 1

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Mark Musselman graduated from Middle Tennessee State University in May with a 4.0 GPA to earn his bachelor’s degree in professional stud.... Read More

Opinion: First Amendment, Two Interpretations favor white supremacists

Jan 18, 2021 at 09:17 am by Waterman 9

In May 2019, a group of white supremacists and neo-fascists under the umbrella of American Renaissance (AmRen) held its annual conference at the lodge at Montgomery Bell State.... 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

MTSU Football announces 2021 schedule in a unique way

Jan 29, 2021 at 12:13 pm by joelabarker

This week, MTSU Football's Twitter account has created a bit of a buzz in the college football world. Making the announcement via the popular social media app, MTSU released.... Read More

The Cycle of Violence and the Call for Compassion

Sep 11, 2025 at 10:17 am by JC Bowman

As a former history teacher, we know that humans have failed to learn from the past, leading to the recurrence of similar mistakes and challenges across different eras. We fin.... Read More

James Robert Webb Releases 'Weekend Outlaw'

Jun 06, 2025 at 07:33 am by Bethany Bowman

As reported in my Music Spotlight column in 2020, James Robert Webb was a gifted musician before he became an acclaimed radiologist. However, like many of us with dual caree.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Braden Hull

Jul 24, 2026 at 07:13 am

Braden Hull is a rising singer/songwriter in Nashville, Tennessee, who hails from Lexington, North Carolina. I first met him at CRS 2026, where he immediately impressed me w.... Read More
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Images from the Stones River Craft Association Art Studio Tour

Nov 20, 2017 at 09:08 am by tbeckwith

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Murfreesboro Mama: 7 Awesome Playgrounds in Rutherford County

Mar 02, 2021 at 10:00 am by Laura Beth Payne 1

During our last family vacation (before Covid), I found myself Googling two words. Not "best restaurants" (though we ate out plenty.) Not "family attractions" (though we hit.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Ian Munsick

Oct 14, 2022 at 07:57 pm by Bethany Bowman 2

An authentic singing cowboy, Ian Munsick comes from a musical ranching family. They were and are real-life singing cowboys. Under the tutelage of their fiddle-playing fat.... 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
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9/11 Heroes Run in Murfreesboro

Photos: 9/11 Heroes Run in Murfreesboro

Sep 13, 2021 at 08:45 am by tbeckwith

The 9/11 Heroes Run 5K welcomed runners, ruckers and walkers of all levels, ages and fitness experience to honor the heroes of 9/11 and those who've served our nation since.&n.... Read More
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Police on scene of shooting at Broad Street barbershop

Nov 02, 2018 at 02:43 pm by Michelle Willard

The Murfreesboro Police Department is currently working a shooting situation at 810 N. W. Broad St at Eclipse Barbershop.  "There is one male adult victim who is current.... 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

MTSU’s Dr. Ryan Otter Discusses Data Science Institute

May 18, 2022 at 02:53 pm by Justin Stokes 4

Data is becoming an area of interest for businesses and universities alike. Educating students about the growing field of data science, MTSU’s Data Science Institute (DS.... Read More

Downtown on The Farm returns to Oaklands Mansion

Sep 06, 2022 at 04:30 pm by Voice Wire 1

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — The 5th annual Downtown on the Farm, presented by Locally Owned Murfreesboro, is set for Sunday, Sept. 18 at Oaklands Mansion. This farm-to-table.... 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

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