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Murfreesboro School's Chumney named Tennessee Teacher of the Year finalist

Jun 18, 2019 at 04:02 pm by Murfreesboro City Schools

The Tennessee Department of Education is pleased to announce the nine finalists for the 2019-20 Tennessee Teacher of the Year award. The finalists represent each of the six Ce.... Read More

Murfreesboro's tax debate spawns first City Council candidate

Jun 18, 2019 at 02:30 pm by Voice Wire

At 17 years old, Central Magnet High School student Zach Ouellette announced his candidacy for Murfreesboro City Council. "It is time for a new perspective on old issues. We.... Read More

Bricks on sale to fund 9/11 Memorial improvements

Jun 18, 2019 at 01:51 pm by Lisa Marchesoni

Personalized bricks are being sold to pay for updates to the 9/11 Memorial at the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office on 940 New Salem Highway in Murfreesboro. The memor.... Read More

MTSU Survey: Tennessee consumer outlook is 'good news for local businesses and retailers'

Jun 18, 2019 at 11:00 am by Voice Wire

Results from the most recent Tennessee Consumer Outlook Survey indicate consumers continue to be optimistic about the overall U.S. economy, reports the Office of Consu.... Read More

Main Street Murfreesboro names Sarah Callender as new director

Jun 18, 2019 at 10:00 am by Voice Wire

Sarah Callender has been hired by the Main Street Board of Directors as the organization's new executive director. Long-time director Kathleen Herzog is retiring. "I am thril.... Read More

Letter to the Editor: Tennessee's Dirty Little Secret is the State Property Tax

Jun 18, 2019 at 09:00 am by Voice Wire

To the Editor: Since 1949 the State of Tennessee relied on the sales tax as her primary source of funding. Prior to 1949 the State also had a property tax. The rate was five.... Read More

Stonecrest adds 'laughing gas' option for laboring mothers

Jun 18, 2019 at 08:00 am by Voice Wire

TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center's labor and delivery program now offer nitrous oxide as an alternative to pain medication during delivery. Some women choose nitrous o.... Read More

Mixed signals as single-family permits trend downward even as housing prices rise

Jun 18, 2019 at 07:00 am by Voice Wire

Tennessee's housing report for the first quarter of 2019 shows mixed signals, with single-family permits trending downward even as the economy and job market continue on solid.... Read More

Woman's Club sets date for 2nd annual Legacy Gathering Fundraiser

Jun 17, 2019 at 08:00 am by Woman's Club Murfreesboro

The Woman's Club of Murfreesboro is hosting its second annual Legacy Gathering fundraiser to preserve their historic house located at 221 E. College Street in Murfre.... Read More

MTSU’s Jones College names Walker as new accounting chairholder of excellence

Jun 17, 2019 at 07:00 am by Voice Wire

MTSU's Jennings A. Jones College of Business has tapped the expertise of a longtime Midstate financial services executive and alumnus to fill its new accounting chairholder of.... Read More

Central Magnet School competes again in Great Race

Jun 15, 2019 at 09:00 am by Lisa Marchesoni

MTSU junior Jacob Hendrixson wanted to be around cars and work on cars when he started Central Magnet School's Car Club four years ago. "Now we want to race cars," said Hendr.... Read More

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Who won Cannon Runs for Children 5K?

Jun 15, 2019 at 08:00 am by Child Advocacy Center

"The streets of Woodbury were filled with runners and walkers of all ages last Saturday for the third annual Cannon Runs for Children 5K Run/Walk," announced Cannon county Chi.... Read More

Murfreesboro investigation into fentanyl-laced heroin results in 5 arrests

Jun 14, 2019 at 03:29 pm by Voice Wire

A joint investigation by Special Agents with the Drug Investigation Division of the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, Agents with the Drug Enforcement Administration Tactical.... Read More

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Photos: 2019 International Folkfest at Cannonsburgh

Jun 14, 2019 at 03:00 pm by Voice Wire

With dance groups from around the world, the International Folkfest in Murfreesboro, Tennessee is a week of excitement and education. Throughout the week, internati.... Read More

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United Way’s Champions of Childhood Literacy Award Winners Announced

Jun 14, 2019 at 02:17 pm by United Way

Children deserve a strong start and equal opportunity for success in life and school. It's practically universally agreed upon. But how do you ensure that children in Rutherfo.... Read More

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Murfreesboro School's Chumney named Tennessee Teacher of the Year finalist

Murfreesboro's tax debate spawns first City Council candidate

Bricks on sale to fund 9/11 Memorial improvements

MTSU Survey: Tennessee consumer outlook is 'good news for local businesses and retailers'

Main Street Murfreesboro names Sarah Callender as new director

Letter to the Editor: Tennessee's Dirty Little Secret is the State Property Tax

Stonecrest adds 'laughing gas' option for laboring mothers

Mixed signals as single-family permits trend downward even as housing prices rise

Woman's Club sets date for 2nd annual Legacy Gathering Fundraiser

MTSU’s Jones College names Walker as new accounting chairholder of excellence

Central Magnet School competes again in Great Race

Who won Cannon Runs for Children 5K?

Murfreesboro investigation into fentanyl-laced heroin results in 5 arrests

Photos: 2019 International Folkfest at Cannonsburgh

United Way’s Champions of Childhood Literacy Award Winners Announced

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