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Music Spotlight/Opry Debut: Clare Cunningham

Mar 19, 2023 at 01:06 pm by Bethany Bowman

When my friend and Music Spotlight artist, Lynn Marie (Rodick) sent me a message that Clare Cunningham would soon be making her Opry debut, I immediately was drawn to this Iri.... Read More

Husband Arrested for Allegedly Killing His Wife

Mar 18, 2023 at 03:38 pm by Voice Wire

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – The Murfreesboro Police Department Criminal Investigations Division responded to an unknown problem at a home in West Murfreesboro that ended.... Read More

St. Patrick's Day Reflections

Mar 17, 2023 at 11:36 am by JC Bowman

I have long been proud of my Irish lineage. So much in fact, I even married an O’Bannon, just to make sure my children knew of their heritage and could proudly continue.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Aliyah Good

Mar 10, 2023 at 12:11 pm by Bethany Bowman

I remember Jamie O’Neal telling me that her 17-year-old daughter accompanied her when she re-released her mega-hit “Somebody’s Hero.” Now Aliyah.... Read More

RuCo Property Assessor Rob Mitchell Discusses Potential Youth Chess Program

Mar 09, 2023 at 02:08 pm by Justin Stokes

Can the game of chess help prepare students for a bright and successful future? Some community leaders believe so. “Chess is a game that requires integrity,” says.... Read More

Race to the Top Revisited

Mar 08, 2023 at 01:05 pm by JC Bowman

In 2010, Tennessee was one of the first states in the country to be awarded the Race to the Top (RTTT) grants. The $501 million grant award created a real shift in Ten.... Read More

The Message of Spring

Mar 07, 2023 at 06:28 am by cghattas

No one can deny that spring in Tennessee wears many faces. From unexpected snow to eighty-degree days, to thunderstorms and tornadoes, no one ever knows what any one day might.... Read More

Why Memphis Matters

Mar 06, 2023 at 11:36 am by JC Bowman

In Rutherford County the conversation is naturally about Murfreesboro and Rutherford County. However, as Rutherford County continues to grow at record paces, it is impor.... Read More

Experience Matters in Education

Mar 06, 2023 at 11:36 am by JC Bowman

We must keep our most effective educators in the classroom and public education. We are losing too many good educators due to frustration, increased job demands, workload, and.... Read More

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Music Spotlight: Molly Lovette

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

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

Music Spotlight: SACHA

Mar 03, 2023 at 12:28 pm by Bethany Bowman

One thing I have learned while writing my blog is that there is a lot more to Canadian Country Music than Shania Twain. The Canadians love their country music and have given u.... Read More

#RutherfordFaces: Meet Shanna Groom, new Health Services supervisor for RCS

Mar 03, 2023 at 09:16 am by Voice Wire

By GRAYSON LEE MAXWELLQ: Tell me about your position, what does the health services supervisor do? A: So, the health services supervisor and homebound supervisor is over.... Read More

MTSU’s Bill Ketron Discusses ‘MTSU/Meharry Medical School Program’

Mar 03, 2023 at 08:39 am by Justin Stokes

Just like the rest of the country, Tennessee is facing a projected shortage of physicians in the coming years. Scheduled to impact everyone, this critical issue will largely i.... Read More

United Way of Rutherford and Cannon Counties Announces Red, White, and Bayou Co-Chairs for the Traditionally Cajun-Inspired Signature Event

Feb 28, 2023 at 08:45 pm by Voice Wire

Rutherford County, TN - The United Way of Rutherford and Cannon Counties is gearing up for its annual signature fundraising event, Red, White, and Bayou. This ye.... Read More

Mayor McFarland recognizes MFRD firefighters Daniel Carter and Josh Walker with STARS Award

Feb 28, 2023 at 08:00 pm by Voice Wire

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Mayor Shane McFarland recognized Murfreesboro Fire Rescue firefighters Daniel Carter and Josh Walker with STARS Awards Thurs. Feb. 16, 2023, f.... Read More