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Lawsuit Against Group that Teaches Residents How to Ride a Motorcycle in Murfreesboro Continues in Court READ MORE »

Two Teens Arrested After Reported Car Jacking Incident Near Walmart on South Rutherford Blvd. READ MORE »

Driving on a Suspended License and Alleged Dope in the Car READ MORE »

Saddle Up for Project Help Will Be In July! GET YOUR BOOTS READY! READ MORE »

WHAT? Spine Surgery in Smyrna, Tennessee? READ MORE »

MTSU Athletic Trainer Bit by Dog on the Greenway READ MORE »

African Aggressive Type Bees in Tennessee? READ MORE »

Bonnaroo was The Easiest on Law Enforcement in the Past 12-Years - Only 42-Arrested!

Murfreesboro Resident and Nashville Resident (Both Products of MTSU) to Fly in 37th Annual Air Race Classic for Women READ MORE »

LaVergne SWAT Team Exercise Turns Into REAL EVENT Monday!

Man Charged for 6th Time with Driving on a Revoked License READ MORE »

Suspect in New Murfreesboro Child Pornography Case Arrested, Behind Bars Awaiting Court Date READ MORE »

Parking in Downtown Murfreesboro Around the Square: Problem for Some Local Shoppers READ MORE »

UPDATE: State Representative Joe Carr Announces Event in His Run for Congress READ MORE »

You've Heard About It, But What is the Community Assessment Project of Rutherford County? READ MORE »

News

Woman Runs Out of Kroger with Shopping Cart Full of Groceries! So, What Was in the Cart? Survival Items?
In these trying times, it is not unusual to hear about someone filling a shopping cart full of groceries and running out of the store pushing their stolen food to their car. READ MORE »
Posted: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 2:15 am

Monte Hale, Jr. - The Sports Editor of the DNJ is No Longer the Sports Editor of the DNJ
Monte Hale Jr. is no longer the sports editor with the local paper, according to a recent Twitter post. READ MORE »
Posted: Tuesday, June 18, 2013 11:10 pm

Police Incident Report Filed for Stolen Pain Medication in Murfreesboro - For a Third Time
The report shows that the alleged victim told officers the unknown masked man asked him if he had any pain medication at which time the victim replied that he did not. READ MORE »
Posted: Tuesday, June 18, 2013 5:00 pm

WIC Clinic in Smyrna to Hold Grand Opening on Wednesday Morning
The Rutherford County WIC clinic provided more than 24,000 client encounters in the past year, with more than 9,600 of those served at the Smyrna facility. READ MORE »
Posted: Tuesday, June 18, 2013 2:18 pm

UPDATE: WGNS Received Numerous Calls/Emails Asking What Took Place on Old Fort Parkway at I-24 Monday Evening
A police report filed after the incident took place shows that the man was believed to be highly intoxicated and very upset. READ MORE »
Posted: Tuesday, June 18, 2013 2:09 pm

Two Stores in the Avenue Shopping Center Fall Victim to Sizable Thefts over $1,200 EACH
One of the two women kept one of the workers at bay with conversation while the other walked out with $1,200 worth of shades. READ MORE »
Posted: Tuesday, June 18, 2013 10:53 am

Antioch Suspect Arrested for the Rape of a Child in Murfreesboro, More Charges Could be Filed
TN Code Annotated 39-13-522 describes the victim in the "Rape of a child" case as being more than three years of age but less than thirteen years of age. READ MORE »
Posted: Tuesday, June 18, 2013 10:02 am

Order of Easter Star's AWARDS LUNCHEON June 27th
Venus Chapter #61 of the Order of the Eastern Star invites the public to attend their HONORS AWARD LUNCHEON at the Bradley Academy Museum (415 S. Academy St.). It begins at 4:00 o'clock Thursday afternoon, June 27th. READ MORE »
Posted: Tuesday, June 18, 2013 9:26 am

LaVergne is the First City to Officially Announce 4th of July Firework Plans and Events
La Vergne will be filled with the sound of fireworks and upbeat music this year during its third annual 4th of July celebration. The event will begin at 6:00 p.m. on July 4 and is open to the public. READ MORE »
Posted: Tuesday, June 18, 2013 8:57 am

Property That Was Zoned for a High Rise Condo in Downtown Murfreesboro UP FOR AUCTION
The developer, who was going to move forward with the condo and retail space, planned for 46 residential units in 2008, that plan was never executed and now the property will be sold during an absolute auction on June 29 (10:30 AM). READ MORE »
Posted: Tuesday, June 18, 2013 6:23 am

Prep Sports

What a Year for Local Sports

A remarkable prep sports year has drawn to a close. Last year's record number of games, coach’s shows and talk shows was shattered this year, with 178 events broadcast. 125 of those were game.

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Posted: Sunday, May 26, 2013 8:00 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 11:15 am

MTSU SPORTS ( Last updated Wednesday, June 19, 2013 4:50 am CDT)

Soccer signee Caballero named Female Athlete of the Year Incoming freshman was 4A Narrow Leagues MVP Posted Friday, June 14, 2013 2:38 pm CDT

Cunningham's road to recovery MT alum highlighted for a rookie to watch with the Rams Posted Thursday, June 13, 2013 5:29 pm CDT

ATLANTA BRAVES NEWS ( Last updated Wednesday, June 19, 2013 5:05 am CDT)

Braves can't solve Harvey, Wheeler in doubleheader After coming up short in their bid to rally late against Matt Harvey in the first game of Tuesday's doubleheader at Turner Field, the Braves were unable to solve Zack Wheeler as he enjoyed a successful Major League debut and helped the Mets complete a sweep with a 6-1 win in the nightcap. Posted Tuesday, June 18, 2013 11:34 pm CDT

Wood battles elements in first big league start This was not the ideal situation for Alex Wood to make his first Major League start. The highly regarded Braves pitching prospect had not thrown more than 35 pitches in any of the six relief appearances he had made since joining Atlanta's bullpen on May 30. The left-hander struggled with his command and lasted just three innings in a 4-3 loss to the Mets. Posted Tuesday, June 18, 2013 7:08 pm CDT

Swap and Shop

Tuesday Swap'n Shop READ MORE »
Tuesday, June 18, 2013 - Posted: Tuesday, June 18, 2013 8:12 am

"Between the Sun and the Soil" at Center for the Arts' gallery through June 30th
Tue-Sat (now-June 30, 2013) 10AM-5PM Tennessee artist Gary Sanson is exhibiting a collection of paintings, drawings and mixed media works at the Center for the Arts gallery (110 W. College St.). Called "Between the Sun and the Soil", the collection represents his output the past four years, coinciding with the birth of his daughter. The gallery is open to the public and admission is free. READ MORE »

ATTENTION PIT BULL OWNERS
Rutherford County PAWS (Pet Adoption Welfare Services) has received a grant to spay or neuter Pit Bulls and Pit Bull mixed dogs. This is totally free for the dog owner, and the procedure includes a rabies vaccination and microchip at no charge with each operation. For more information, phone 615-898-7740, extension 113. READ MORE »

Be a Part of the Taste of Stones River Aug. 24th
Calling all restaurants: applications are now being accepted to participate in the popular Taste of Stones River. On Saturday, August 24th, The Avenue - Murfreesboro will host the seventh annual Taste of Stones River in support of the Primary Care and Hope Clinic. The free culinary festival will feature signature menu items from the area’s finest restaurants, live entertainment from local bands and a variety of children’s activities in the Kids Fun Zone. Restaurants encouraged to sign-up by June 15th.
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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 »

MOVIES UNDER THE STARS

(June 3-July 27, 2013) 8:30PM 66th Year of MOVIES UNDER THE STARS presented as a free service of the Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Department. This event was created in 1947 by the parks and rec's first employee, Hollis Harris. Shows are Monday night: Cason Lane Trailhead; Tuesday at Cannonsburgh; Thursday at Richard Siegel Soccer Park; Friday at Mitchell-Neilson Primary School; and Saturday at Hobgood Elementary School. The concession trailer has snow cones, softdrinks and popcorn for sale. The movie is FREE and is suitable for all ages.

Week of June 3: "How To Train Your Dragon"
Week of June 10: "Back to the Future"
Week of June 17: "Mirror, Mirror"
Week of June 24: "The Adventures of Milo and Otis"
Week of July 1: "Dennis the Menace"
NOTICE: no movie July 4th (meet at McKnight Park 5PM for free Celebration Under The Stars)
Week of July 8: "Lorax"
Week of July 15: "Ella Enchanted"
Week of July 22: "Princess and the Frog" (2009)

MTSU Fundraiser for Indoor Tennis Arena

MTSU will host a special event for their future Murfreesboro and MTSU Indoor Tennis Center on Monday evening, June 17th. The event will feature cocktails and live music with singer, songwriter Time James & Friends.

Alan Farley with MTSU tells us the event will be in the Jeff Hendrix Stadium Club at the MTSU Floyd Stadium on the 17th at 5:30 in the evening. Tickets are $75 per couple if purchased before June 12th and $100 per couple after the 12th. You can reserve your tickets by calling the Blue Raider Athletic Association at 898-2210.

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.). READ MORE »

Oaklands' Historic House Museum: Whispers of the Past
(July 12-Aug. 11, 2013) Hours: M-Sat 10AM-4PM, Sun 1-4PM Oaklands' Historic House Museum (900 N. Maney Ave.) presents "Whispers of the Past: A Museum's Secrets Explored". Admission is only $5. Oaklands staff is brimming with excitement over the donation of a magnificent dress and pair of ladies drawers belonging to Mrs. Mattie Ready Morgan Williamson. The brown silk brocade dress is entirely hand sewn and has been in family storage for over a hundred years. Mattie Ready was the daughter of Congressman Charles and Mrs. Martha Ready. She married General John Hunt Morgan in December of 1862, in a lavish ceremony at the Ready mansion, which was located on the public square in Murfreesboro. General Morgan was shot and died in a raid by Union soldiers in 1864. Mattie married Judge William Henry Williamson of Lebanon, a few years later. For more information, phone Oaklands' at 615-893-0022. READ MORE »

Register for MURFREESBORO HALF MARTHON
Sat. (June 1, 2013) 8AM-until race is full Register on-line for the 6th Annual Murfreesboro Half Marathon ("The Middle Half" and Murph's Fun Run, presented by Middle Tennessee Medical Center. It will begin on Greenland Drive at 7:00AM on Saturday morning, October 12, 2013. Entries have been increased to 3,000 this year. Their website is www.TheMiddleHalf.com. NOTICE: race is full...it CAPPED OUT in a record 2 hours and 11 minutes this year. READ MORE »

Saddle Up for Project Help July 25, 2013 - Thursday

One of Rutherford County’s favorite summer events is ready to ride; “Saddle Up for Project Help” is slated for Thursday, July 25th at 6:30 p.m., at MTSU’s Foundation Reception House, located at 324 West Thompson Lane in Murfreesboro. Proceeds from the event will benefit Project Help, a center-based early intervention program located on the campus of Middle Tennessee State University. For only $50 per ticket, guests can show off their favorite jeans, boots and cowboy hats while they enjoy a Western-themed evening filled with barbecue and live music.

Saddle Up for Project Help sponsorships are still available, and are open to individuals as well as businesses. For information on sponsoring the event, contact Project Help Advisory Board Co-Chair Sandy Mitchell at: sandym1626@hotmail.com.

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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