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Dads2Dads: If I Said You Were Good, Would You Stop Trying?

Dec 17, 2019 at 11:00 am by Dads2Dads

Our kids got frustrated, sometimes. We all do. This happened most often with schoolwork or with athletic or music activities. We recall hearing those familiar words, "I can't.... Read More

I thought it was a good idea in 2015 and I think it's a good idea now.

Opinion: Murfreesboro should sell MED and invest the money in the future

Dec 12, 2019 at 08:00 am by Michelle Willard 4

Back in 2015, Middle Tennessee Electric approached Murfreesboro about buying the Murfreesboro Electric Department. I thought it was a good idea then and I think it's a good i.... Read More

Women Going Home: The Lydia Living Room Strategy of Power

Dec 11, 2019 at 07:00 am by sonyamcclloughlockridge

We've talked about the basics and logic of The Lydia Living Room Strategy, now let's talk about power! The power of The Lydia Living Room Strategy is in doing good for the sa.... Read More

Is 'The Night Before Christmas' a business referral?

Dec 09, 2019 at 08:43 am by sonyamcclloughlockridge

As a little girl I would cling to my Mother's side as she constructed garments for my sister and me, while everyone else was outside playing. After a few years of intentional.... Read More

Dads2Dads: Waiting for Delivery

Dec 03, 2019 at 09:00 am by Dads2Dads

We became grandparents a while ago and it's one of the best things that have happened to us. The excitement of the announcement and the anticipation at the birth all made for.... Read More

An open letter to DA Jennings Jones about judicial abuse in Rutherford County

Dec 02, 2019 at 11:00 am by Tess2019 3

Stand outside the courthouse, on any day, examine the lines of people waiting for their opportunity to have their case heard. Does everyone look like a criminal? If you answe.... Read More

12 FREE reads to prepare your heart for Christmas with Advent

Dec 02, 2019 at 09:00 am by sonyamcclloughlockridge

Advent begins today, the first Sunday of December. The word Advent comes from the Latin word adventus meaning "coming or arrival." Churches around the world have cel.... Read More

Dr. Sidney A. McPhee is president of Middle Tennessee State University.

McPhee: MTSU gives thanks to be able to help those in need

Nov 28, 2019 at 10:00 am by Voice Wire

All of the usual sights and sounds of the season signal the Thanksgiving weekend. Autumn's palette cast a warm glow across campus. As we at MTSU winded down for the holiday, s.... Read More

Dads2Dads: You Should Be Thankful That You Can Give

Nov 27, 2019 at 10:00 am by Dads2Dads

We were in Hobby Lobby before Halloween and stumbled into ... The Christmas Zone! Yep, it's coming earlier every year. Halloween is over, Thanksgiving is fast approaching and.... Read More

Women Going Home: The Lydia Living Room Strategy

Nov 26, 2019 at 09:47 am by sonyamcclloughlockridge

Last week I wrote about women preaching in the assembly. I did not come to my conclusions by chance. The Good News is we still have time to address, acknowledge, align, adher.... Read More

Is Pastor John MacArthur is right? Do women need to go home?

Nov 20, 2019 at 11:00 am by sonyamcclloughlockridge

We, women desire to be pretty. We like pretty things, we want our homes to be pretty, and we want to be seen as attractive and or pretty. This is how we are hardwired. God des.... Read More

Dads2Dads: Your Kids Are You

Nov 20, 2019 at 09:46 am by Dads2Dads

Dad, make no mistake … you are a model for your children as they grow from childhood to teenagers. Take it from us—even when you think your kids aren't paying att.... Read More

Dads2Dads: Encourage a Life Steeped in Creativity

Nov 12, 2019 at 01:06 pm by Dads2Dads

"I don't have a creative bone in my body!" Dad, have you ever heard that? Have you ever said it? Our bet is that if you believe that about yourself, you have simply squelched.... Read More

In Honor of Veteran's Day: They are the Sort of People...

Nov 11, 2019 at 07:00 am by Paulette Jackson

No one but a rebel can get their mitts on GodAt some point you will have to wean yourself from the pack.Wish the cares of others well. If you really want to do something for.... Read More

Dads2Dads: 'Monsters' in Your House

Oct 29, 2019 at 09:32 am by Dads2Dads

This is the season when ghosts, goblins and ghouls will ring your doorbell and beg for contributions of candy, gum and all other sorts of confectionery delights that will hast.... Read More