Three Rutherford County Elementary teachers explain why they ended their retirement and returned to classroom

Dec 08, 2022 at 02:54 pm by Voice Wire 4

By GRAYSON LEE MAXWELL   (Rutherford County, TN) Over at Wilson Elementary, three teachers have returned from retirement to take up positions again teaching. In som.... Read More

Choice Lanes to Allow for a Quicker Commute Between Murfreesboro and Nashville - at a Choice Price

Dec 02, 2022 at 06:00 pm by Voice Wire 1

(Rutherford County, TN) The Tennessee Department of Transportation suggests they have discussed an idea to increase travel reliability and travel speeds on area interstat.... Read More

Election Lessons - Submitted by Author Carol B. Ghattas in Murfreesboro, TN

Nov 15, 2022 at 12:39 pm by cghattas 40

Like many of you, I was happy when this most recent election season was over. All for doing my civic duty in this constitutional republic, living in the internet-social media.... Read More

Commentary: Looking at Attendance and Dropout Issues in Tennessee

Nov 03, 2022 at 07:46 pm by JC Bowman 9

We have seen the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) grab headlines in recent days. Pundits are quick to proclaim that the sky is falling, but the truth is the.... Read More

Democracy Hangs in the Balance - VOTE ACCORDINGLY

Oct 31, 2022 at 04:42 pm by Chloe Cerutti 83

COMMENTARY: Democracy Hangs in the Balance – VOTE ACCORDINGLY - Across this nation, Americans are witnessing a breakdown of democratic values sweeping the land.&nbs.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Colony House

Oct 24, 2022 at 10:52 am by Bethany Bowman 2

NASHVILLE, Tennessee When I got the press release that a Nashville-based rock band, Colony House, was releasing their fourth studio album on February 3rd, 2022, I was intrigu.... Read More

September Unemployment Rate for Tennessee is at 3.4%

Oct 20, 2022 at 09:45 pm by Voice Wire 12

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Unemployment across the state of Tennessee remained unchanged between August and September, according to data released Thursday by the Department of La.... Read More

MTSU among 19 institutions selected for national initiative to close equity gaps for students

Oct 10, 2022 at 11:00 pm by Voice Wire 1

(RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN) As a member of the American Association of State Colleges and Universities, Middle Tennessee State University is among 19 member institutions.... Read More

Mike Sparks earns endorsement from Tennessee Professional Fire Fighters Association

Oct 10, 2022 at 09:00 pm by Voice Wire 1

(Rutherford County, TN) State Rep. Mike Sparks, R-Smyrna, has officially received an endorsement for re-election in state House District 49 from the Tennessee Professional Fir.... Read More

Submitted: I'm a Lot Like You Were

Oct 10, 2022 at 06:59 pm by Waterman 4

Editorial Submitted: My father was a child of the Great Depression. He was raised in meager circumstances and under a hard work ethic. He served for 20 years in the Unites Sta.... Read More

ACLU-TN to Honor Hedy Weinberg with Lifetime Achievement Award

Oct 01, 2022 at 11:22 am by Voice Wire 3

The American Civil Liberties Union of Tennessee will honor Hedy Weinberg with its Lifetime Achievement Award at its Thursday, November 10 fundraiser. Weinberg&n.... Read More

Seniors Don’t Have to Manage Public Benefits Issues Alone

Sep 27, 2022 at 01:54 pm by Voice Wire 2

By Allison Jones, Legal Aid Society  Seniors are among the most vulnerable members of our communities. Particularly for those who have mobility limitations or don’.... Read More