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La Vergne set to reopen public building lobbies on Sept. 1

Sep 01, 2020 at 08:00 am by Voice Wire

The City of La Vergne will be reopening its building lobbies beginning Sept. 1. "The numbers have shown a steady decline," Mayor Jason Cole said. "Because of that, we feel no.... Read More

Brandon Thomas: Why our healthcare workers deserve better than Mike Sparks

Sep 01, 2020 at 07:00 am by Voice Wire

Recently, State Rep. Mike Sparks, R-Smyrna, presented HR 8001 to the General Assembly, "A Resolution to commend local governments, healthcare workers, long-term care facilit.... Read More

Middle Tennessee Electric elects Board of Director at virtual meeting

Aug 31, 2020 at 10:30 am by Voice Wire

In one of the most eventful years of Middle Tennessee Electric's 84-year history, even the COVID-19 pandemic played a part in the cooperative's Annual Meeting on Saturday, Aug.... Read More

Stephanie Brackman named president of the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce Executives

Aug 31, 2020 at 10:14 am by Voice Wire

Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce Chief Operating Officer Stephanie Brackman has been named President of Tennessee Chamber of Commerce Executives (TCCE) for a one-year ter.... Read More

Rutherford County extends mask mandate through the end of September

Aug 31, 2020 at 09:20 am by Michelle Willard

With improvement in active COVID-19 infections, Rutherford County extends its mask mandate, according to the mayor's office. On Friday, Aug. 28, Gov. Bill Lee issued.... Read More

La Vergne Police Chief announces retirement

Aug 28, 2020 at 01:30 pm by Voice Wire

La Vergne Police Chief Mike Walker announced his upcoming retirement at the Thursday night Board of Mayor and Aldermen workshop. His last day will be Sept. 7. Walker was.... Read More

Updated: Man killed in armed robbery at Murfreesboro apartment complex

Aug 28, 2020 at 01:12 pm by Voice Wire

A 24-year-old man was shot and killed while inside his Murfreesboro apartment Thursday, Aug. 28, the apparent victim of an attempted armed robbery. Police are searching for th.... Read More

Murfreesboro has one of best real-estate markets in the nation

Aug 28, 2020 at 10:22 am by Michelle Willard

Personal finance website WalletHub.com recently ranked Murfreesboro the 6th Best 2020's Real-Estate Market in the U.S. and No. 1 for small cities. To determine the best loc.... Read More

Deputies working overtime to enforce DUI laws, save lives

Aug 28, 2020 at 10:00 am by Lisa Marchesoni

Twenty-three people died in traffic crashes this year in Rutherford County, five more than last year at this time, a sheriff’s sergeant said. That’s why additiona.... Read More

Murfreesboro firefighters called home from Hurricane Laura deployment

Aug 28, 2020 at 09:18 am by Voice Wire

A group of Murfreesboro Fire & Rescue Department firefighters, deployed to assist with the aftermath of Hurricane Laura, is returning home after being told the task force.... Read More

Second murder suspect booked into Adult Detention Center

Aug 27, 2020 at 08:07 pm by Lisa Marchesoni

A second man accused of killing a Rutherford County man was booked into the Rutherford County Adult Detention Center Aug. 27, according to the Rutherford County Sheriff's Offi.... Read More

Are you ready for Tropical Depression Laura?

Aug 27, 2020 at 10:00 am by Voice Wire

With Hurricane Laura forecast in the area for tonight and tomorrow, it is a good time for homeowners to make sure they are ready to weather the storm. Homeowners can protect.... Read More

Serial rapist sentenced to 25 years for assaulting elderly Murfreesboro woman

Aug 27, 2020 at 07:00 am by Voice Wire

A serial rapist who carried out multiple sexual attacks in Tennessee was sentenced to 25 years in prison for the rape of an elderly Murfreesboro woman, according to a press re.... Read More

Murfreesboro Couple Writes New Book on Marriage, Parenting Children

Aug 26, 2020 at 09:00 am by LHPRTN

Progress Not Perfection – Building a Powerful Marriage While Raising Challenging Children Murfreesboro couple, Roy Thompson, DDS, MAGD, and Margrey Thompson, PT, M.Ed..... Read More

Rutherford County Sheriff's Office K-9 Officers

Sheriff's K9s celebrate National Dog Day

Aug 26, 2020 at 08:41 am by Lisa Marchesoni

National Dog Day helps rescue dogs and honors dogs who put their lives on the line. The Sheriff's Office celebrates the day by honoring the K9 Unit of eight deputies and thei.... Read More