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COVID closure forces Old Time Pottery into bankruptcy

Jun 30, 2020 at 09:38 am by Michelle Willard

Old Time Pottery announced via press release that it has filed for bankruptcy protection and will be closing some stores because of the global pandemic. "Pri.... Read More

Tennessee Small Business Development Center at MTSU

How TSBDC can help small business owners tap into COVID-19 emergency funds

Jun 30, 2020 at 07:00 am by Voice Wire

Small business owners across the state unclear about the process for applying for emergency assistance from the federal government are encouraged to seek free counseling assis.... Read More

Tennessee Consumer Outlook Index takes a nose dive

Jun 16, 2020 at 11:35 am by Voice Wire

The Tennessee Consumer Outlook Index has plummeted to an all-time low as the effects of the coronavirus pandemic ripple throughout the state’s economy, according to a su.... Read More

Housing Market Report: 'Strong' first quarter, but future economic impact of COVID-19 unclear

Jun 16, 2020 at 08:00 am by Voice Wire

Tennessee's housing report showed the state "did experience a strong first quarter of 2020," but the report's author cautions that the impact of the COVID-19 pandemi.... Read More

La Vergne, Kroger partner for free COVID-19 testing

Jun 13, 2020 at 08:00 am by Voice Wire

In an effort to stop the spread of COVID-19, La Vergne has partnered with Kroger Health to provide free drive-thru tests for anyone interested in being tested. The free clini.... Read More

Murfreesboro wants to improve its 'brand' and other things from the city budget

Jun 12, 2020 at 09:00 am by Michelle Willard 2

One of the most interesting points in the budget is the city's willingness to use taxpayer money to "Establish a Brand." Just like a vaping high school student who wants to be.... Read More

Corona quarantine drains nearly $200M from state's coffers

Jun 09, 2020 at 09:57 am by Michelle Willard

Prepare for some belt tightening, Tennesseans. The good news is the state's revenue only dropped about 16 percent in April, the first full month that was Corona-canceled.... Read More

Gatsby Party goes virtual with a murder mystery

Jun 08, 2020 at 01:21 pm by Michelle Willard

Every year, hundreds gather in their best Roaring 1920s attire for the annual Gatsby Party of Rutherford County. But like many events this year, the Gatsby was canceled..... Read More

Bill Lee submits budget with $681M in cuts, dip into $1.5B rainy day fund

Jun 04, 2020 at 01:52 pm by Voice Wire 1

Gov. Bill Lee's administration today outlined new spending plans for state government that reflect significant revenue reductions due to the economic impact of COVID-19. Depa.... Read More

Tennessee Business Relief Program benefits nonessential businesses impacted by COVID-19

Jun 03, 2020 at 08:00 am by Voice Wire

From the governor's office: NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Tennessee Business Relief Program will direct approximately $200 million in federal Coronavirus Relief Funds thr.... Read More

Dads2Dads: A Precautionary Tale for those weary of COVID-19

Jun 02, 2020 at 08:59 am by Dads2Dads

It makes no difference if we're talking to our children, our peers or our own parents—chances are that none of us has ever experienced a pandemic. To a certain extent,.... Read More

Murfreesboro mayor to address pandemic (but not anything else) in live briefing June 1

Jun 01, 2020 at 09:31 am by Michelle Willard 2

The city of Murfreesboro announced Mayor Shane McFarland will hold a live televised briefing at 6 p.m. Monday, June 1 to update citizens on Covid-19. "This Facebook Live.... Read More

Smyrna Town Hall reopens to the public June 1

May 30, 2020 at 09:00 am by Voice Wire

The Town of Smyrna is reopening its Town Hall to the public, effective Monday, June 1. Modifications have been made to ensure the safety of citizens and personnel. Citiz.... Read More

MTSU COVID-19 Task Force recommends shorter semester, more online classes, face masks for fall

May 29, 2020 at 10:30 am by Voice Wire

A Middle Tennessee State University COVID-19 task force recommends ending classes for the Fall 2020 semester at Thanksgiving, stringent social distancing protocols and reduced.... Read More

Day in Corona: Nissan expects 20% decline in revenue in 2020, prepares to reopen Smyrna plant

May 29, 2020 at 09:13 am by Michelle Willard

Local carmaker Nissan Motor Co. has been hard hit by the COVID-19 pandemic. Production has been halted for a couple of months now at the Smyrna vehicle assembly plant and no o.... Read More