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DNA from Rutherford County case identifies man whose remains were found in Florida 40 years ago

Aug 31, 2021 at 04:18 pm by Lisa Marchesoni

Relatives of missing man James Sanders waited 43 years before learning last week their brother’s remains were found in 1981 in Immokalee, Fla., based on DNA samples subm.... Read More

Light Up the Night Party to celebrate the end of summer

Light Up the Night Party celebrates the end of summer

Aug 31, 2021 at 08:00 am by Voice Wire

The Child Advocacy Center is hosting the 4th annual Light Up the Night Party to celebrate the end of summer from 6-9 p.m. Friday, Sept. 10. “Light Up the Night is.... Read More

MFRD prepares for potential flood as Tropical Storm Ida approaches

Aug 30, 2021 at 05:00 pm by Voice Wire

Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department (MFRD) is asking residents to do their part to help prevent flooding and keep safety in mind as the aftermath of Tropical Storm Ida (Tropic.... Read More

2021's last 'Friday Night Live' features Good Rockin’ Tonight, teases to Blue Raider football

Aug 30, 2021 at 08:00 am by Voice Wire

The final 2021 “Friday Night Live” concert series in downtown Murfreesboro will include some True Blue flavor and participation. Middle Tennessee State Univer.... Read More

Get your 'Dose of Hope' ... Get Vaccinated

Rutherford County launches COVID-19 vaccine-awareness campaign

Aug 30, 2021 at 07:00 am by Michelle Willard

Rutherford County, in collaboration with other local municipalities, healthcare providers, and community partners is launching a campaign this week called, “Get Your Dos.... Read More

2 Rutherford County students honored at 4-H Roundup

Aug 26, 2021 at 11:17 am by Cynthialynn Jones

4-H Roundup Two delegates represented Rutherford County at 4-H Roundup held at UT Martin. Kyle Benson was named the Level II winner in Forestry, Wildlife and Fisheries. Saman.... Read More

COVID cancels 2021 Duck Ball

Aug 26, 2021 at 09:02 am by Voice Wire

The Charity Circle of Murfreesboro's Duck Ball, originally scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 28, has been canceled due to the current COVID conditions, according to a press st.... Read More

How to help Child Advocacy Center keep the State Farm Funds in Middle Tennessee

Aug 25, 2021 at 10:00 am by Child Advocacy Center

“You have two opportunities to help keep the State Farm Neighborhood Assist funds in Middle Tennessee”, said Child Advocacy Center Director Sharon De Boer. “.... Read More

PAWS, Sheriff's Office searches for owner of lost dog found on East Fork of Stones River

Aug 24, 2021 at 11:30 am by Cynthialynn Jones

Rutherford County, TN—Rutherford County Fire Rescue (RCFR) and Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office (RCSO) responded to the Mona Boat Ramp located on the East Fork o.... Read More

Speeding may have played a factor in fatal motorcycle crash

Aug 24, 2021 at 11:14 am by Voice Wire

Murfreesboro Police Department Fatal Accident Crash Team (FACT) investigators urge motorcyclists to ride with care after a fatal crash on Monday, Aug. 23. Excessive speed may.... Read More

Rutherford County Sheriff's K9 deputy Balu

Retired Rutherford Sheriff's K9 deputy Balu remembered

Aug 24, 2021 at 09:30 am by Lisa Marchesoni

K9 Balu will be remembered as a faithful protector and partner to Detective Mark Gregory, as well as a dear pet to his family. “He was a great partner,” Greg.... Read More

Murfreesboro Police Department steps up impaired-driving enforcement during Labor Day

Aug 24, 2021 at 07:00 am by Voice Wire

The Murfreesboro Police Department will join other agencies across Tennessee with increased impaired-driving enforcement in hopes of saving lives surrounding the Labor Day hol.... Read More

RCFR crews respond to Sunday afternoon boat fire on Percy Priest

Aug 23, 2021 at 05:00 pm by Voice Wire

Rutherford County Fire Rescue (RCFR), Almaville Volunteer Fire Department, Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office, Rutherford County Emergency Medical Services, and the Tenn.... Read More

This architectural drawing of new on-campus tennis facility

MTSU announces plans to build $4.8M on-campus tennis facility

Aug 23, 2021 at 10:00 am by Michelle Willard

Middle Tennessee State University will build a $4.8 million tennis outdoor campus complex to replace the 40-year-old courts that were greatly impacted by improvements to Middl.... Read More

Correctional professionals tour Rutherford County Correctional Work Center

Aug 23, 2021 at 09:08 am by Cynthialynn Jones

Correctional professionals nationwide and from around the world were given the opportunity to tour the Rutherford County Correctional Work Center last week as part of the Amer.... Read More