Voices

Opinion: Why does Bill Ketron want to treat the Square like my granny's living room?

Feb 04, 2019 at 11:00 am by Michelle Willard

My grandmother had a beautifully decorated living room. It had a definite Asian feel with gifts from my uncles who served in Vietnam festooning the walls. The white carpet st.... Read More

Resilience or How to help your child overcome adversity

Feb 04, 2019 at 10:00 am by aGentleDrLaura

Resilience is a fancy word for how well you bounce back, rejoin your life, and overcome whatever hardship you face. People often think of resilience as something innate that y.... Read More

Opinion: Why is AOC protected territory in the media?

Feb 04, 2019 at 09:02 am by clervin

Why Aren't Any Comedians Making Fun Of Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez? My readers know I don't miss a good opportunity to point out media hypocrisy. Ocasio-Cortez or AOC is the dar.... Read More

A call from grace: Guides of Humanity

Jan 24, 2019 at 07:00 am by Paulette Jackson

The call to care for life has been heard, across the ages, from many voices. Some speak for themselves, some draw from a different self. Others stand on history, prescribing i.... Read More

Dads2Dads: Resolve to take care of yourself

Jan 22, 2019 at 11:00 am by Dads2Dads 1

Hey, dad, for our third resolution, we suggest that you focus on yourself. You might say, "Wait a minute … that sounds a little selfish. You guys are always sayin.... Read More

Dads2Dads: Good parenting requires good partnering

Jan 15, 2019 at 10:00 am by Dads2Dads

Last week we dealt with the importance of stepping up to the plate and being a good dad—showing up, listening, paying attention—those things that are sometimes cha.... Read More

Opinion: Border walls work, but Dems won't admit it

Jan 15, 2019 at 07:00 am by clervin 3

The controversy over the border wall is all about optics, charges of racism, immorality, etc., but it really comes down to President Trump: He can't be allowed to have a victo.... Read More

Opinion: Democrats get impeachment bug, Trump gets another SCOTUS pick, and other 2019 Political Predictions

Jan 14, 2019 at 07:00 am by clervin

While my year-end wrap-up think piece was a total bust, I’m doubling down by announcing daring predictions for 2019. The bottom line is: As crazy and unpredictable 2018.... Read More

Dads2Dads: If you keep resolutions, make sure they are these 3

Jan 10, 2019 at 08:00 am by Dads2Dads

As we said, last time, the New Year arrives, and we resolve to make many improvements in our lives. The beginning of the year is a good time to reflect on how last year went,.... Read More

Slideshow

Lunch & Local: From the Greek Cafe to Murfree Spring Wetlands

Jan 08, 2019 at 10:00 am by tchoate

On a rainy Friday in Murfreesboro we visit the Greek Cafe and enjoy the sights at the Murfree Springs wetlands. Click "Slideshow" icon on the image above to view photos.... Read More