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Murfreesboro FAQ: What you should know about the Tennessee Sunshine Law

Mar 12, 2020 at 11:00 am by Michelle Willard

March 15-21 is celebrated as National Sunshine Week. The celebration was launched by the American Society of News Editors in 2005 to draw attention to the need to push back ag.... Read More

Artist Spotlight: Devin Wright

Jun 30, 2026 at 11:49 am by Bethany Bowman

One thing that Nashville is known for is its hundreds of magnificent murals inside and outside of buildings all over town. For those of us who appreciate art but can't reall.... Read More

Emily Hackett Releases New Album 'Must Be Present to Win'

Jun 26, 2026 at 08:09 am by Bethany Bowman

I always appreciate those artists who gave me a chance way back when I had little experience or reputation to rely on. Emily Hackett is one of the artists I featured back in.... Read More

Teacher Attrition Remains a Significant Challenge

Jun 09, 2026 at 02:02 pm by JC Bowman

Recently, I joined WKRN News anchor Tori Gessner on a story about teacher attrition. Tennessee saw the largest percentage decline in its teacher workforce between the 2023-24.... Read More

Wisdom: When the Story I Learn the Most From Is My Own

Oct 24, 2019 at 02:30 pm by Paulette Jackson

Since I was a young child, I have always loved stories with moral. From Uncle Wiggly to Aesop's Fables, I enjoyed the influence of the metaphorical muse. One of the most infl.... 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

Warm Up Your Whole Day with Easy Way Pot Roast

Jan 18, 2018 at 01:37 pm by Easywaygourmet 1

What if I told you that you could prepare a great meal in less than ten minutes, pop it into the slow cooker and be a hero tonight without worry or extra work? Everyone is.... 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

Education will be a Top Priority for Senator Marsha Blackburn as Governor

May 15, 2026 at 10:11 am by JC Bowman

During my interview with Senator Marsha Blackburn, it was clear she is passionate about education, and if she becomes Tennessee’s governor, education will be central to.... 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

Dennis Quaid Releases "On My Way to Heaven" Featuring Tanya Tucker and Kris Kristofferson

Jun 22, 2026 at 02:39 pm by Bethany Bowman

Multi-talented artist Dennis Quaid, Tanya Tucker, and the late legendary Songwriter Kris Kristofferson recently released a new single, “On My Way to Heaven,” ava.... Read More
Valentine's Day

This Valentine's Day eat a few pieces of that Chocolate Sampler and enjoy every luscious bite! Written by Yvonne Moore Moon

Feb 13, 2019 at 10:00 am by wildyamqueen

Isn’t it funny how something of seemingly little significance can suddenly become precious – all because of a special memory? Recently, I have found this to be tr.... Read More
Lauren Agee

What happened to Lauren Agee?

Apr 16, 2018 at 12:00 pm by Michelle Willard

Lauren Agee thought her weekend would be filled with wakeboarding, cliff diving and partying. But it ended with her floating facedown in Center Hill Lake. Agee was camping wi.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Anne Wilson

Jun 11, 2023 at 05:38 pm by Bethany Bowman

As I continued writing my Music Spotlight column, a new name kept popping up; Anne Wilson. In 2022, Wilson won a Dove Award for Pop/Contemporary Song of the Year, “My Je.... Read More
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I Love You, Chocolate Truffles

Feb 08, 2022 at 06:31 am by RachelS 1

A wise man (or woman) once said,“There are four basic food groups: milk chocolate, dark chocolate, white chocolate, and chocolate truffles.”   I don't k.... Read More

How to make perfect deviled eggs for Easter

Mar 28, 2018 at 11:00 am by Easywaygourmet 1

Easter is almost here, and deviled eggs are on many menus, but some of us put them on there reluctantly. Do you hate making deviled eggs because you have to make hard boiled.... Read More

The Swamp Thrives in Tennessee!

Jun 02, 2025 at 12:21 pm by JC Bowman

“Drain the swamp” is a phrase coined by President Trump, signifying the removal of corruption and special interests from government. Many conservatives oppose Penn.... Read More

Seven suspects charged in national domestic violence sweep

Oct 24, 2019 at 02:00 pm by Lisa Marchesoni

Seven suspects wanted for domestic assault and related crimes in Rutherford County were arrested Wednesday during a nationwide sweep, a Rutherford County Sheriff's captain sai.... Read More
25th annual Regional Science Olympiad at MTSU

Central Magnet, St. Rose win at Regional Science Olympiad

Feb 26, 2020 at 08:00 am by Voice Wire

Murfreesboro’s Central Magnet School and St. Rose of Lima Catholic School captured first place in their respective high school and middle school divisions to wrap up the.... Read More
Red Bull

Red Bull Announces 2025 Jukebox Songwriting Competition

May 22, 2025 at 12:05 pm by Bethany Bowman

Red Bull is turning up the volume for the second year with the return of its electrifying Red Bull Jukebox Songwriting Competition— open for submissions now through Ju.... Read More

5 reason to love rental properties (& why rentals make sense)

Feb 07, 2018 at 08:00 am by John Jones

  I have never had much luck with the stock market, although my stockbroker always makes me feel like my retirement plan is doing well. I have averaged 6% to 7% over the.... Read More
Nissan Pathfinder

All-new 2022 Nissan Pathfinder rolls off Smyrna assembly line

May 17, 2021 at 07:00 am by Voice Wire

The first all-new 2022 Nissan Pathfinder rolled off the assembly line last week at the award-winning Nissan Smyrna Vehicle Assembly Plant in Tennessee. "Start.... 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

What's that smell? Murfreesboro launches website to report landfill odors

Sep 21, 2021 at 08:00 am by Voice Wire 5

The City of Murfreesboro launched a website for the public to report odors or gas believed to be coming from the Middle Point Landfill, according to a press release.  BF.... Read More

5 Rutherford elementary schools receive state grant for summer reading program

Jan 12, 2018 at 08:00 am by Voice Wire

Five Rutherford County elementary schools have been awarded grants for a 2018 summer reading program, the Tennessee Department of Education announced this week.  Christi.... Read More