News - Murfreesboro News & Opinions

Search

Pfc. Nolan McGril, a Murfreesboro firefighter

Tennessee guardsman answers the call to serve as firefighter

Oct 07, 2021 at 02:11 pm by Voice Wire

Pfc. Nolan McGril, a Murfreesboro native, is one of many service members serving a dual-role for his city as a Citizen-Soldier, and now as a firefighter, after being hired by.... Read More

Paramedic Alice Swinford accepts The Exchange Club of Murfreesboro “EMS of the Year Award”

Rutherford EMS of the Year honored by Exchange Club of Murfreesboro

Oct 07, 2021 at 09:18 am by WrgfhtDon

Rutherford County Emergency Medical Service paramedic Alice Swinford was recently honored by The Exchange Club of Murfreesboro on Wednesday, Oct. 6, as the Rutherford County E.... Read More

Murfreesboro Police Lt. Tom Sissom and Chief Michael Bowen (Submitted/MPD)

Long-time Murfreesboro Police Lieutenant retires after more than three decades

Oct 07, 2021 at 07:00 am by Voice Wire

Murfreesboro Police Lt. Tom Sissom has retired from the Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) after 34 years of dedicated service. Sissom began his career with MPD in Oct.... Read More

Scammers posing as sheriff's detective steal $750 from victim

Oct 06, 2021 at 01:15 pm by Lisa Marchesoni

A man posing as a Rutherford County Sheriff’s detective scammed a woman of $750 after telling her a warrant was issued against her for missing federal jury duty, a deput.... Read More

National summit recognizes United Communications’ accelerated efforts during pandemic

Oct 06, 2021 at 07:00 am by Voice Wire

United Communications is receiving national recognition for its efforts to connect every Middle Tennessee resident with internet service, winning the Cornerstone Award at the.... Read More

Cheekwood is accepting submissions for its four-week Martin Shallenberger Artist-in-Residence program

Oct 06, 2021 at 07:00 am by Voice Wire

For the first time, Cheekwood Estate & Gardens in Nashville will be selecting the Cheekwood Martin Shallenberger Artist-in-Residence (AIR) 2021 artist via an open applicat.... Read More

What are you doing for Halloween?

Oct 06, 2021 at 07:00 am by Cynthialynn Jones

What are you doing for Halloween? Here are some events to consider. Oct. 29 at 8:30 p.m. - Mayday Brewery is having two parties. Join the Mayday team for a fun.... Read More

This chart from the September Tennessee Consumer Outlook Index shows increases/decreases since June 2021. (Courtesy of the MTSU Office of Consumer Research)

Tennessee consumer outlook plunges with fears of higher taxes, inflation

Oct 05, 2021 at 02:49 pm by Voice Wire

Outlook among Tennessee consumers has plummeted to an all-time low, according to the latest statewide survey by Middle Tennessee State University. The Tennessee Consumer Outl.... Read More

When you find yourself in deep water: part 2

Oct 05, 2021 at 09:00 am by sonyamcclloughlockridge

What would you do today if, you found yourself in deep water on a fishing boat, with the one and only Jesus? This is part 2 of the story of one such fisherman: One day.... Read More

Murfreesboro Mama: 14 Spooky Spots in the City

Oct 05, 2021 at 08:55 am by Laura Beth Payne

‘Tis the season for spooks! Whether you’re looking for tricks, treats, or just some good chills, our city has Halloween celebrations for all ages! Check out these.... Read More

Rutherford Property Assessor’s Office recognized by Tennessee Association of Assessing Officers

Oct 05, 2021 at 07:00 am by Voice Wire

Rutherford County Assessor of Property Rob Mitchell was presented the 2021 Three Star Certification in spring 2021 before the Tennessee Association of Assessing Officers (TNAA.... Read More

'Clue the Party' returns with a night of mystery, laughs, and unforgettable fun

Oct 04, 2021 at 10:00 am by Voice Wire

Ready for the ultimate whodunit? “Clue the Party” returns from 6-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 16 to the Oaklands Mansion in Murfreesboro. This live-action ver.... Read More

Rutherford County Schools will pay substitute teachers more at hard-to-fill schools

Oct 04, 2021 at 08:00 am by Voice Wire

A contract addendum increasing the daily pay and bill rate for substitutes in six hard-to-fill schools — La Vergne high and middle, La Vergne Lake, Roy Waldon, Smyrna Mi.... Read More

Lascassas Elementary School conducts safety drill with SRO

Oct 04, 2021 at 07:00 am by Lisa Marchesoni

Teachers locked their children in classrooms when educational assistant Joanna Jones called a “Code Yellow” during a school safety drill Tuesday at Lascassas Eleme.... Read More

MTSU Homecoming set for Oct. 30

Oct 04, 2021 at 07:00 am by Cynthialynn Jones

MTSU's Alumni Association and the Blue Raider Athletic Association invite family, friends, and fans for lunch beside the stadium before kickoff, MTSU Blue Raiders vs. Sou.... Read More