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Murfreesboro Mama: 12 things to keep after quarantine

May 05, 2020 at 11:00 am by Laura Beth Payne 2

One of my favorite social media memes to come out of quarantine features Dave Hollis' quote, "In the rush to return to normal, let's use this time to consider which parts are.... Read More

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Dads2Dads: Why you should say 'Thank you' to your mom

May 05, 2020 at 10:00 am by Dads2Dads

In this column, we usually deal with dads – the issues we face, the struggles we encounter, and the challenges we deal with. But today we want to talk about moms. Mothe.... Read More

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New fire station opens in one of Murfreesboro's fastest growing areas

May 05, 2020 at 08:00 am by Voice Wire

Murfreesboro residents in the Blackman and Gateway areas should receive quicker response times after Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department (MFRD) opened Fire Station 11 Sunday,.... Read More

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Murfreesboro to use phased re-opening at city facilities

May 05, 2020 at 07:00 am by Voice Wire 1

Murfreesboro City Hill will reopen to the public Wednesday, May 6 as the City continues a measured, phased "reopening" under Gov. Lee's Tennessee Pledge guidelines and expired.... Read More

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Storm damages property, blocks roads, threatens boaters

May 04, 2020 at 02:04 pm by Lisa Marchesoni

No one suffered injuries when strong storms caused trees to topple over on houses, cars and roads and threatened boaters Sunday afternoon throughout Rutherford County, a sheri.... Read More

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Day in Corona: Rutherford County Schools makes plans for graduation and next year

May 04, 2020 at 11:30 am by Michelle Willard

Rutherford County Schools sees a light at the end of the tunnel. Hopefully, it's not THAT light, but instead a hope for a future where things can be planned in advance. .... Read More

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What rights do renters have during the Coronavirus pandemic

May 04, 2020 at 10:30 am by Voice Wire

We are all navigating uncertain times. We don't know when life is going to resume as normal. For most of us, that leaves unanswered questions and worries about the present and.... Read More

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Smyrna and Kroger Health set COVID-19 drive-thru testing at Motlow

May 04, 2020 at 09:30 am by Voice Wire

The Town of Smyrna is pleased to partner with Kroger Health to facilitate a free drive-through COVID-19 testing opportunity for qualifying individuals. The three-day event wi.... Read More

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Where's all the toilet paper? And other lessons from MTSU's Supply Chain Management program

May 04, 2020 at 08:00 am by Voice Wire

For MTSU supply chain management professor Cliff Welborn, the ongoing coronavirus pandemic — and the resulting concerns about testing capacity, food supply and the scarc.... Read More

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Hear from Rutherford Health Department on latest Murfreesboro podcast

May 01, 2020 at 02:00 pm by Voice Wire

If you want to be tested for Covid-19, “The Insider” podcast has details on when and where to easily and quickly get tested. The Rutherford County Health Departmen.... Read More

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First Horizon Bank offers online free financial wellness classes for local businesses

May 01, 2020 at 12:33 pm by bmdalton

First Horizon Bank is now offering an online version of its free Financial Wellness programs that are typically held onsite to support businesses and their employees duri.... Read More

Frontline employees at Middle Point Landfill and Republic Services get gift cards

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Middle Point gives employees gift cards in thanks

May 01, 2020 at 11:00 am by Voice Wire

Frontline employees at Middle Point Landfill and Republic Services' hauling divisions in Rutherford County will soon receive biweekly $100 gift cards, to be used at local busi.... Read More

I am True Blue - MTSU's Kirskey Old Main

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MTSU makes plans for fall semester

May 01, 2020 at 10:00 am by Voice Wire

Middle Tennessee State University will move forward with its COVID-19 preparations with a goal of resuming on-campus, in-person classes and operations in August for the Fall 2.... Read More

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Opinion: After this is over, let's grow the economy we deserve

Apr 30, 2020 at 10:00 am by Michelle Willard 4

So a few years ago, I bought a yellow rose bush from Gardens of Babylon. I was bummed because I wanted a red one. But they had a yellow one, it was on sale and I had the money.... Read More

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MTSU honors graduating veterans with virtual Stole Ceremony

Apr 30, 2020 at 09:26 am by Voice Wire

Vanessa VanCleve took a roundabout way to discover Murfreesboro and graduate soon from Middle Tennessee State University. After high school, the former Vanessa True from Monr.... Read More

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