Life & Human Interest

Murfreesboro FireFighter, Advanced EMT of the Year

Exchange Club of Murfreesboro honors FireFighter, Advanced EMT of the Year

Oct 20, 2021 at 08:59 am by WrgfhtDon 1

At the Oct. 13 meeting of The Exchange Club of Murfreesboro, Andrew Carter was honored as the Firefighter/Advanced EMT of the Year. On May 4, Carter returned to his station a.... Read More

Notes of Faith In the Garden: Seed Planting

Oct 19, 2021 at 08:30 am by sonyamcclloughlockridge 1

On a little spot of fertile land in Somewhere, Tennessee, where the ground is nothing but fair, I learned to dig my family as they were. And what they were is large, very larg.... Read More

Notes of faith in the garden: A tree with more than one name

Oct 12, 2021 at 09:30 am by sonyamcclloughlockridge 1

When a tree or bush does not respond to continual pruning, it simply must be cut down and dug out of the garden. This is the ultimate responsibility of the gardener; observing.... Read More

Murfreesboro Mama: What You Need to Know about the TN STEAM Fest

Oct 12, 2021 at 09:25 am by Laura Beth Payne 1

If you had asked me what I thought of science careers when I was a young girl, I would have barely been able to put down my novel to answer. As a bookish kid who didn't like t.... Read More

What are you doing for Halloween?

Oct 06, 2021 at 07:00 am by Cynthialynn Jones 2

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

When you find yourself in deep water: part 2

Oct 05, 2021 at 09:00 am by sonyamcclloughlockridge 1

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 1

‘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

MTSU Homecoming set for Oct. 30

Oct 04, 2021 at 07:00 am by Cynthialynn Jones 1

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

Beau Smith, left to right, Bobby Leathers & Matthew Miles

Murfreesboro Parks & Rec employees aid biker after crash

Oct 01, 2021 at 07:00 am by Voice Wire 1

Murfreesboro IT Network Administrator Bobby Leathers and Parks and Recreation Groundskeepers Beau Smith and Matthew Miles were honored Sept. 30, as the latest STARS award reci.... Read More

When you find yourself in deep water: Part 1

Sep 28, 2021 at 09:00 am by sonyamcclloughlockridge 1

Michael Hyatt often shares a Donald Miller quote, in which Donald says: When we dive into the unknown, there are very real dangers, but mostly rewards. And, th.... Read More

First United Methodist Church celebrates 200 years

Sep 23, 2021 at 07:00 am by Cynthialynn Jones 1

First United Methodist Church (FUMC) of Murfreesboro was founded in 1821, meeting first in private homes. FUMC has grown through the many years and has seen many locations, t.... Read More

When in need, pray like Hezekiah

Sep 22, 2021 at 07:00 am by sonyamcclloughlockridge 1

Are you struggling with how to pray for all the many sick and suffering people in this your one life? Are you wondering if you should stop everything and pray for the sick tig.... Read More

7 ways to pray during hard times

Sep 16, 2021 at 07:00 am by sonyamcclloughlockridge 1

We Christian Americans have adopted 2 Chronicles 7:14 as a default prayer for hard times. But what we greatly fail to note and notice is 2 Chronicles 7:14 is a direct reply fr.... Read More

Murfreesboro Mama: 14 Can't-Miss Fall Festivals

Sep 14, 2021 at 10:00 am by Laura Beth Payne 1

Current pandemic stressors aside, who’s just happier this time of year? Autumn’s welcome temperatures and pretty colors mean wearing favorite jackets and boots, a.... Read More

Murfreesboro Mama: Why Moms Need MOMCon 2021

Aug 31, 2021 at 10:31 am by Laura Beth Payne 1

Raise your hand if being a mama is harder than you ever though it could be. And that was BEFORE a global pandemic. *Raises hand* People have told me (and I agree) that paren.... Read More