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19-Year Old Holding Cancer Research Fundraising Dinner in Honor of Deceased Father READ MORE »

Woman Allegedly Throws Cologne Bottle at Boyfriend and Missed, Hit Small Child Instead READ MORE »

NHK Seating in Murfreesboro in the Process of Hiring READ MORE »

The American Diabetes Association to Benefit from Local Golf Tournament READ MORE »

Former DNJ Reporter Takes on New Challenge at Stones River Mall in Murfreesboro READ MORE »

UPDATE: Situation at Christiana Middle School on Thursday, Odd Unrelated Situation at a Smithville School as Well READ MORE »

City Conducts Preliminary Review of Budget, City Employees to Receive Pay Increase READ MORE »

Spring Fling Re-Cap: Smyrna in Softball Title Game READ MORE »

Congressman DesJarlais Fined by Board of Medical Examiners for Sex with Patients... $500?

MPD Releases New Update on Demos' Robbery - 17 Year Old Arrested

Sobriety Checkpoints in Both LaVergne AND Murfreesboro This Weekend READ MORE »

Four Local Residents Receive 7th Degree Blackbelt READ MORE »

Murfreesboro is All About Kid Safety and Car Seat Installation READ MORE »

Suspect Accused of Hit and Run Pulled Out of His Car by Murfreesboro Police READ MORE »

Traffic Signal On Thompson Ln. @ Sulphur Springs Closer! READ MORE »

News

Providence Christian Academy’s 7th Annual Golf Tournament
Twenty teams participated in Providence Christian Academy’s 7th Annual Golf Tournament held on May 16th at Champions Run Golf Course. READ MORE »
Posted: Saturday, May 25, 2013 2:00 pm

5 Murfreesboro Police Officers Graduate from the TN Law Enforcement Training Academy
Chief of Police Glenn Chrisman stated: “I am proud of these officers and of their accomplishments. READ MORE »
Posted: Saturday, May 25, 2013 11:30 am

"Flags of Remembrance...Healing Field" is Now "OPEN" For You to Visit for Free!
The flags are set up next to the Avenue shopping center on Medical Center Parkway in Murfreesboro. READ MORE »
Posted: Saturday, May 25, 2013 10:54 am

Smyrna Softball Claims First State Championship & Spring Fling Wrapup

Many of the 33-years in between the Smyrna softball state championship game appearances were very lean. It was just a few years ago wins were very hard to come by for the program. This year, they're the best in the state.

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Posted: Saturday, May 25, 2013 9:15 am

MTSU and Shanghai Jiao Tong University Sign Deal that will Allow For Exchange of Faculty
Middle Tennessee State University established formal ties Friday with a university that has been crowned “China’s MIT” for its strong science, engineering and bio-medical programs. READ MORE »
Posted: Saturday, May 25, 2013 8:00 am

UPDATE: Murfreesboro Man Charged with Sexual Exploitation of a Minor
A Murfreesboro man has been arrested on a felony charge of sexual exploitation of a minor, TWICE. READ MORE »
Posted: Saturday, May 25, 2013 6:30 am

What is Local Radio?
The simple question was asked to Scott Walker this week by an out of town potential advertiser with a corporate store in Rutherford County… “I hear some stations highlight the fact that they are locally owned and not part of a corporate conglomerate, so what exactly is local radio?” READ MORE »
Posted: Friday, May 24, 2013 9:58 pm

Tennessee Pharmacy Working With State Health Department on Injections That Made Some Ill
Patients ill from injections produced at a Tennessee Pharmacy... READ MORE »
Posted: Friday, May 24, 2013 4:33 pm

One Killed on I-24 in Murfreesboro on Friday
One person was killed in a single vehicle accident on I-24 near the Joe B. Jackson Parkway exit in Murfreesboro on Friday. READ MORE »
Posted: Friday, May 24, 2013 1:06 pm

Man Found "Passed Out" With Vehicle Still Running
After the man stood up, the report says he resisted arrest. Quoting Officer Alden, “He pushed me back and then leaned forward and grabbed my utility belt." READ MORE »
Posted: Friday, May 24, 2013 1:06 pm

Prep Sports

Smyrna Softball Claims First State Championship & Spring Fling Wrapup

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Posted: Saturday, May 25, 2013 11:15 am

Spring Fling Re-Cap: Smyrna in Softball Title Game

It's been 33-years since Smyrna has played for a state softball championship. Behind strong pitching from junior MaKenzie Prince, the Lady Bulldogs take down Dickson County 1-nothing.

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Posted: Thursday, May 23, 2013 10:08 pm

MTSU SPORTS ( Last updated Saturday, May 25, 2013 4:54 pm CDT)

Three qualify for NCAA Championships Golden and men's 4x400 meter relay squad compete Saturday Posted Friday, May 24, 2013 8:12 pm CDT

Alysha Clark and Seattle Storm open season on Sunday Former Blue Raider set for her second WNBA campaign Posted Friday, May 24, 2013 2:05 pm CDT

ATLANTA BRAVES NEWS ( Last updated Saturday, May 25, 2013 4:54 pm CDT)

Braves lose lead in eighth before rain suspends game After the Mets produced two runs off Anthony Varvaro during a game-tying eighth inning, a 76-minute rain delay preceded the decision to suspend the game with the Braves and Mets tied, 5-5. The two teams will be entering the ninth inning when play resumes Saturday at 6:10 p.m. ET. Posted Saturday, May 25, 2013 12:35 am CDT

Walden throws, could return to 'pen next week Jordan Walden completed a pain-free bullpen session at Citi Field on Friday afternoon. This marked the first time the Braves reliever threw off a mound since being placed on the disabled list with right shoulder inflammation last week. Posted Friday, May 24, 2013 6:28 pm CDT

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Swap and Shop for Friday READ MORE »
Posted: Friday, May 24, 2013 8:11 am

36th Annual Bill Carey Golf Scramble
Wed. (June 5, 2013) 11:30AM 36th ANNUAL BILL CAREY GOLF SCRAMBLE at Indian Hills Golf Club (405 Calumet Trace). It begins with lunch in the clubhouse. Play golf and help the American Diabetes Association as well as student scholarships. To register to play, call the Middle Tennessee Association of REALTORS and talk with Susan Woolsey...615-893-2242 or email Susan@mtar.org. READ MORE »

BULLETIN: New Hours at Social Security Office
The Murfreesboro Social Security Office has reduced public office hours 30-minutes each weekday. It is now open Monday through Friday from 9:00AM to 3:00PM. PLUS: the office now closes at NOON every Wednesday. Social Security employees will continue to work their regular shifts, but this change allows time for face-to-face consultations as well as processing more claims. For more information, phone 1-800-772-1213. If you are hearing impaired, use the TTY number 1-800-325-0778. Their website is www.socialsecurity.gov. READ MORE »

Discovery Center's Annual SECRET GARDEN PARTY
Fri. (June 7, 2013) ANNUAL SECRET GARDEN PARTY to benefit the Discovery Center. The party is at the home of Elizabeth and Brad Allen (2261 Oakleigh Dr.). Ladies: be sure to wear your summer hats to the party! Also, the GARDEN TOUR is 10AM-4PM the next day. Contact the Discovery Center for details: 615-890-2300. This year's gardens include: Danielle Holmes (4336 Pretoria Run, 37128), Ellie Leese (1539 Charleston Court, 37130); Dr. Randall Rickard & Dr. Susan Andrews, 910 Hazelwood Street, 37128); Dr. & Mrs. Jim Boerner (2239 Shannon Drive, 37129); and Sinking Creek Farms (2473 Battleground Drive, 37129). READ MORE »

Murfreesboro Art League Show In City Hall Rotunda

Mon-Fri (May 21-June 21, 2013) 8:00AM-4:30PM The City Hall Art Committee features the seventh annual fine arts exhibit of works by members of the Murfreesboro Art League. This is in the Rotunda of the Murfreesboro City Hall (111 W. Vine St.). An artists’ reception is scheduled Tuesday, May 21st from 4:30-6:00PM in the Rotunda. READ MORE »

Volunteer Van Drivers Needed To Carry Vets To Doctor
Volunteers are needed to drive vans that take veterans to medical appointments. Volunteers will need to go through a training and orientation program so that your volunteering experience will be more enjoyable. For more information, contact Darlene Haynes on the Murfreesboro campus: 615-225-6517. READ MORE »

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