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First case of coronavirus reported in Tennessee

Mar 05, 2020 at 11:10 am by Michelle Willard

Rutherford County Mayor Bill Ketron will be holding a meeting with department heads Thursday afternoon following the first reported case of coronavirus in Tennessee. The Tenn.... Read More

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Murfreesboro Mama: 10 great kids menus in Rutherford County

Mar 05, 2020 at 10:02 am by Laura Beth Payne

I'll admit it, February's warm-cold, "betwixt and between" weather had me eating my feelings a good bit, which inspired this next piece. Now creating a “where to eat&rd.... Read More

Murfreesboro preparing for emergency ahead of Covid-19

Mar 05, 2020 at 07:00 am by Voice Wire

The Tennessee Department of Health continues to closely monitor Coronavirus (COVID-19) worldwide and in Tennessee. The City of Murfreesboro, in partnership, with local, stat.... Read More

15 drivers stopped for running red lights

Mar 04, 2020 at 02:58 pm by Lisa Marchesoni

Fifteen drivers were cited for ignoring traffic lights Thursday, Feb. 27 during Operation Red Light Runners sponsored by the Rutherford County Traffic Safety Task Force. Offi.... Read More

Smyrna fire sends two residents and one firefighter to the hospital

Mar 04, 2020 at 01:58 pm by Voice Wire

An early morning fire sent three to the hospital, according to a press release from the Smyrna Fire Department. A-Shift Smyrna Fire Department personnel were dispatched.... Read More

State Farm offers tips to begin recovery after storm

Mar 04, 2020 at 11:00 am by Voice Wire

As damage assessment continues, our hearts go out to those affected by the recent devastating storm. State Farm has received approximately 1,470 claims from the tornado and re.... Read More

Murfreesboro firefighters help with tornado aftermath in Wilson County

Mar 04, 2020 at 09:04 am by Voice Wire

Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department (MFRD) responded for mutual aid in the aftermath of a devastating tornado that hit Wilson County and other parts of Middle Tennessee Tuesda.... Read More

Dads2Dads: Hooked on electronics

Mar 04, 2020 at 08:00 am by Dads2Dads

One of the challenges we hear from dads is "How do I get my teen to look up from her phone? She's always on it." Kids spend about seven hours a day on electronic device.... Read More

Middle Tennessee Super Tuesday Tornado 2020

United Way accepting donations for Middle Tennessee storm victims

Mar 03, 2020 at 02:29 pm by Voice Wire

As many Middle Tennessee communities are dealing with the devastation from storms during the early morning hours on March 3, United Way of Rutherford and Cannon Counties is of.... Read More

MTSU’s Roots Radio back on air after storm damages main tower

Mar 03, 2020 at 10:39 am by Voice Wire

WMOT Roots Radio 89.5, the Americana public station owned and operated by Middle Tennessee State University, was knocked off air for about six hours after the storms that swep.... Read More

Murfreesboro Triumph Awards 2020 winners

Murfreesboro announced Triumph Award winners on Saturday, February 29

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

The second annual Triumph Awards ceremony was held February 29, at Patterson Park Community Center. Patterson Park celebrated Black History Month by awarding local and nationa.... Read More

More charges filed against 'mule-kicker' burglary suspect

Mar 02, 2020 at 02:21 pm by Lisa Marchesoni

Sixteen additional charges were filed against the "mule-kicker" suspect after video showed him allegedly kicking in store doors with the back of his legs, a Rutherford County.... Read More

A hallway at Studio at Fountains co-working space

Fountains at Gateway fills part of third floor with co-working space

Mar 02, 2020 at 10:00 am by Voice Wire

Hearthstone Properties has launched Studio at Fountains, a new Class A workspace model of small, fully furnished, private offices and shared co-working amenities designed for.... Read More

Hardee's on Middle Tennessee Blvd. reopens with ribbon cutting

Mar 02, 2020 at 07:00 am by Voice Wire

Hardee's franchisee Franklin-based CKE Restaurants is celebrating the grand opening of its newly remodeled location in Murfreesboro from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday,.... Read More

A police car from the Smyrna Police Department

Suspicious deaths of 2 Smyrna residents launch homicide investigation

Mar 01, 2020 at 04:00 pm by Voice Wire

Smyrna Police Department is asking for assistance with a homicide investigation. On Feb. 29, SPD personnel were dispatched to 7021 Bridgewater Drive. Upon arrival, officers d.... Read More