Death and taxes

Rutherford County is considering a wheel tax increase

Dec 04, 2019 at 01:26 pm by Michelle Willard

The Rutherford County Commission is looking at new ways to raise funds because, say it with me, growth doesn't pay for itself. To explore the different options, the commiss.... Read More
Wheel tax increase?

Is Rutherford County considering a wheel tax increase?

Dec 03, 2019 at 01:19 pm by Michelle Willard 3

Like most local governments in Middle Tennessee, it looks like Rutherford County is having a hard time paying for all the growth. And when that happens, politicians look to.... Read More
Rutherford County Mayor Bill Ketron

Week in Ketron: Commissioner calls for mayor to step down as daughter pleads 'not guilty'

Nov 26, 2019 at 08:00 am by Michelle Willard 1

Rutherford County Mayor Bill Ketron has had a week and it's only Tuesday. Not only did he appear in court with his daughter to lend her his fatherly support when she faced cr.... Read More
The count is mandated in the Constitution.

How to get paid up to $19/hour by working for the 2020 US Census

Nov 21, 2019 at 11:00 am by Michelle Willard

2020 is an important year for the U.S. government. Not because of any election or bills that probably won't get passed, but because of the Federal Census. "Every 10 ye.... Read More
Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance

3 Rutherford businesses cited by Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance in October

Nov 15, 2019 at 10:00 am by Michelle Willard

The Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance’s (TDCI) Division of Regulatory Boards has released its latest Disciplinary Action Report, which compiles the actions.... Read More

Week in Ketron: Brad Hornsby has 23 questions for the mayor

Nov 14, 2019 at 11:00 am by Michelle Willard

It's been another interesting week for Rutherford County Mayor Bill Ketron. And now the son of Property Assessor Rob Mitchell has been thrown into the mix. What's going on.... Read More
Rutherford Work Center Director Bill Cope donates historical document to Alcatraz East

Rutherford Work Center Director Bill Cope donates historical document to Alcatraz East

Nov 11, 2019 at 11:11 am by Michelle Willard

Rutherford County Correctional Work Center Director Bill Cope has an interesting hobby. He collects rare books, signed art, ephemera, coffee mugs and other unique artifacts..... Read More
Greenway Herbal Products lab

MTSU, Greenway Herbal Products launch Tanasi, the first university-patented CBD formula

Nov 07, 2019 at 01:58 pm by Michelle Willard

GreenWay Herbal Products, a botanical innovation company rooted in science, announced today the launch of Tanasi, a line of specially formulated cannabinoid products usin.... Read More
Week in Ketron

Week in Ketron: How many scandals are there again? Let's look.

Nov 07, 2019 at 11:33 am by Michelle Willard

It's been a very eventful week for Bill Ketron. In addition to his daughter being arrested for misdeeds she (allegedly) perpetrated while running his family insurance agency,.... Read More

Week in Ketron: Kelsey Ketron is in the clink

Nov 05, 2019 at 08:37 am by Michelle Willard 1

Last time we left off with our illustrious mayor, he was in the midst of a fraud investigation into his family-owned insurance agency, fielding questions about how he spent ca.... Read More

Smyrna dedicates bridge to Kent Coleman

Nov 01, 2019 at 03:33 pm by Michelle Willard

Drivers in Smyrna will see a new sign on their commutes. This one honors Kent Coleman, Smyrna native, distinguished attorney and former member of the Tennessee House of Repres.... Read More
John Cusack

John Cusack will 'Say Anything' on Saturday at War Memorial

Oct 28, 2019 at 02:40 pm by Michelle Willard

Hollywood icon John Cusack doesn't want to root for a winner. "What could be the worse thing in the world to be on the side of people who've got it all? I like the outcasts,".... Read More