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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: Carl Wayne Meekins

Nov 04, 2025 at 04:36 pm by Bethany Bowman

brother found their father's drums in the attic. He and his brother were always hamming it up from a young age and have never been afraid of a stage. "We've got somethin.... Read More

Diving into the Wild World of Tennessee Education

Nov 04, 2025 at 03:26 pm by JC Bowman

Tennessee’s education scene is built on a shaky foundation of laws and policies, including those enacted during the 2025 legislative session. Imagine policymakers debat.... Read More

OPINION: A Wolf In Sheep’s Clothing

Jul 02, 2025 at 07:31 pm by Jason Bennett

  OPINION: On May 20th of this year, I was contacted by a friend inquiring about a comment that I had made in July or August of 2024 on a local realtors facebook post. T.... Read More

United States Marine Corps Celebrates 250th Birthday

Nov 10, 2025 at 10:26 am by JC Bowman

"We are few, a joyful few, a brotherhood forged in the crucible of war. He who spills his blood alongside me becomes my brother." In this stirring address, King Henry rouses.... Read More

Empowering Futures: Tennessee’s Commitment to Career Development

Nov 04, 2025 at 03:27 pm by JC Bowman

November arrives. The air is crisp with the promise of change. In Tennessee, the Department of Education marks Career Development Month, a time to honor the quiet strength of.... Read More

A Tribute to Our Veterans

Nov 10, 2025 at 10:26 am by JC Bowman

  “Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn't pass it to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and hand.... 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
La Vergne John Doe

Do you know La Vergne's John Doe?

Jan 22, 2018 at 10:50 am by Michelle Willard

In 1978, a man was found, shot and burned, in La Vergne, Tennessee. Nearly 40 years later, he is still unidentified. "I look at this guy and think, when he was 5 years old, h.... 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
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Murfreesboro Mama: 14 Summer camps kids will love

May 19, 2020 at 09:35 am by Laura Beth Payne

This summer will certainly look different for most of us, thanks to Covid-19, but that doesn't mean all fun is canceled. CDC guidelines still permit small social gatherings,.... Read More

Smyrna United Way Charity Golf Scramble

Jul 29, 2022 at 02:07 pm by Voice Wire 1

When:  Friday August 19, 2022 Where: Smyrna Municipal Golf Course Times:  There will be an 8:00 a.m.  shotgun start and a 1:00 p.m. shotgun start. Choose whic.... Read More

ASK ELLIE: I am 14 and asked to the Homecoming Dance

Nov 04, 2021 at 11:00 am by Ask Ellie

Dear Miss Ellie: I am 14 years old and have been invited to my first school dance. The dance is my school's homecoming dance here in Murfreesboro. A boy asked me and I said&n.... Read More
Day in Corona, April 21

Day in Corona: Rutherford County School Board member seen flying around Nashville in eagle cosplay

Apr 21, 2020 at 11:01 am by Michelle Willard

During the three-hour testing window on Saturday, April 18, 354 COVID-19 tests were performed at the Rutherford County Health Department. Lines of cars wrapped around downtow.... Read More

The 2025 Josie Awards

Nov 10, 2025 at 03:01 pm by Bethany Bowman

The 11th Annual Josie Awards were held on November 1, 2025, at the Grand Ole Opry house in Nashville, Tennessee. The Josie Music Awards, a powerhouse celebration for indepe.... Read More

Connor Zilisch Once Again Drives from Last to First to Win on Street Course, Earns Victory in Big Machine Music City Grand Prix

Aug 06, 2023 at 12:36 am by Voice Wire 50

NASHVILLE  ― Connor Zilisch once again drove his No. 7 Silver Hare Racing Chevrolet Camaro from last to first, rebounding from a technical infraction to win in the Trans.... 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: 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

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
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Faust: Hubris of Humanity in the Face of God's Grace

Jan 24, 2022 at 06:22 am by Paulette Jackson 1

In light of our world’s current bio-psycho-social-spiritual conflict, I wanted to bring a reminder, to help us understand, that such tension and dissension has been arou.... Read More

Cousins Maine Lobster restaurant set for Smyrna

Feb 06, 2018 at 02:20 pm by Michelle Willard

  Cousins Maine Lobster Food Truck is going to be a restaurant soon if a billboard near Sam Ridley Parkway on Interstate 24 is to be believed. Murfreesboro residents an.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Ashley Wineland

Oct 26, 2024 at 09:00 am by Bethany Bowman

When Ashley Wineland’s song, “Tumbleweed,” came across my email, I knew from the heartfelt song that I wanted to feature the artist. The more I dug into he.... 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

Music Spotlight: Rebecca Lynn Howard

May 02, 2025 at 08:35 am by Bethany Bowman

Country music singer and songwriter Rebecca Lynn Howard grew up in Salyersville, Kentucky, a stone's throw from Loretta Lynn's beloved Butcher Holler. Like so many I've inte.... Read More

The Gallup Poll on the Urgent Challenges in Public Schools

Oct 22, 2025 at 11:54 am by JC Bowman

The recent report from the Gallup-Walton Family Foundation sheds light on the alarming state of U.S. public education, revealing a landscape fraught with challenges that threa.... Read More