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Rutherford County Virtual School will launch with up to 100 students during inaugural year

Jun 09, 2020 at 09:45 am by Voice Wire

Dr. Jessica Supakhan, a popular business instructor at Holloway High for the past 11 years, was humbled and grateful when told she was being named the first principal of the n.... Read More

United Way seeks books to help stop the 'summer slide'

Jun 09, 2020 at 08:00 am by United Way

The United Way of Rutherford and Cannon Counties is hosting a collection drive for its annual Literacy Day of Action aimed at helping stop the "summer slide." Donati.... Read More

Child Advocacy Center Receives National Recognition

Jun 09, 2020 at 07:00 am by Child Advocacy Center

The Child Advocacy Center received national recognition this month when Community Education Coordinator Brittnie Noble was spotlighted in the 2019 Darkness to Light .... Read More

Humphreys County escapee apprehended in La Vergne

Jun 08, 2020 at 02:00 pm by Voice Wire

An inmate who escaped custody from the Humphreys County Sheriff's Office was arrested in La Vergne on Monday after attempting to pawn a stolen item. .... Read More

Driver killed in his car Monday in Smyrna after reported shooting

Jun 08, 2020 at 01:30 pm by Lisa Marchesoni

One driver died inside his car after an apparent shooting about 10 a.m. Monday off Corner Drive near Smyrna, a Rutherford County Sheriff's supervisor said. The man has not be.... 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

Murfreesboro man indicted for reportedly fabricating evidence and electronic tracking of a vehicle

Jun 08, 2020 at 09:00 am by Voice Wire

A Murfreesboro man has been indicted on several charges, including fabricating evidence and electronic tracking of a vehicle following an investigation by the Tennessee Bureau.... Read More

The (fireworks) show will go on, but at a new location

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

The City of Murfreesboro will present its annual fireworks display from a new location this year to celebrate Independence Day July 4. Although there will be no official ven.... Read More

Step 4 to preventing child abuse: Recognize the Signs

Jun 04, 2020 at 02:08 pm by Child Advocacy Center

"The signs that a child is being sexually abused are not always obvious," explained Child Advocacy Center Community Education Coordinator Brittnie Noble. "It is important that.... 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

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

Murfreesboro Mama: 7 Ways to Celebrate the Discovery Center June 5

Jun 02, 2020 at 10:00 am by Laura Beth Payne

On a scale of 1-10, what local spots have your children missed most during quarantine? My kids (and I) have missed our favorite restaurants around 7, the parks for climbing a.... 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

Tim Rudd speaking at the Tennessee General Assembly

Why does Tim Rudd want to hide campaign disclosures?

Jun 02, 2020 at 08:00 am by Michelle Willard

According to the Tennessee Journal, a bill sponsored by Murfreesboro State Rep. Tim Rudd would reduce the transparency on candidates' fundraising activity in the run-up t.... Read More

Murfreesboro Saturday Market opens for the season with MTSU Milk

Jun 01, 2020 at 01:44 pm by Voice Wire

The MTSU Creamery already has a presence in downtown Murfreesboro. It soon will have an even "larger" one — at the Murfreesboro Saturday Market this summer. It will com.... Read More