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4th Annual Chief Johnny Mosby Memorial Golf Tournament
Fri. (May 4, 2012) 8AM Shotgun start to the 4th Annual Chief Johnny Mosby Memorial Golf Tournament at the Old Fort Golf Course (108 Golf Lane). Proceeds help support the junior golf program named in honor of this diseased leader at the Murfreesboro Police Department. Fees for a team of 4 is $300. /ti register or for more information, contact Justin Lemanski at6 615-566-4686. NOTE: Registration fees must be submitted by April 27th. READ MORE »

Bald In The Boro (Children's Cancer Research)
Fri. (March 16, 2012) 4PM BALD IN THE BORO at Lane, Trains and Automobiles (450 Butler Drive; Murfreesboro 37127). Be a hero for kids with cancer! Join BALD IN THE BORO for Murfreesboro's second annual St. Baldrick's event, and whether you decide to shave your head, volunteer, or donate, we hope you'll be a part of the excitement. The St. Baldrick's Foundation is a volunteer-driven charity that funds more in childhood cancer research grants than any organization except the U.S. government. Contact Jeremy Harrison (615-542-6773) or visit website: http://www.stbaldricks.org/events/baldintheboro READ MORE »

City Hall Rotunda Art Show
Now through Feb. 10, 2012 (8:00AM-4:30PM M-F) Chamber of Commerce Art Competition with a showing of works submitted by local artists. This is sponsored by the City Hall Art Committee. READ MORE »

City Schools Foundation Gala
Fri. (Feb. 10, 2012) 7PM 5th Annual City Schools Foundation Gala at the Stones River Country Club. This year's Hollywood style celebrity roast focuses on former State Representative John Hood. Roasters include Ed Barlow, Dan Whittle, Lana Seivers and Bob Mifflin. Event chair and emcee is Andy Womack. Individual tickets are $250 and tables of 8 are $2,500. MTSU President Sidney McPhee and first lady Elizabeth host a Premiere pre-party at their home. This is an additional $50 for the Foundation. Phone Lisa Trail at 615-893-2313. READ MORE »

Free Income Tax Returns
Greenhouse Ministries is offering free income tax preparation for persons with a total household income of $50,000 or less. This is available now through April 17, 2012. READ MORE »

Garden Basic Class
Mondays (6-9PM) 5-week class on GARDEN BASICS taught by the Master Gardeners of Ru8therford County. The fee is $45, and space is limited. The program will be at the Lane Agri Park (315 John
R. Rice Blvd.). Classes begin Jan. 23, 2012. Phone 615-898-7710 or check website: www.mastergardeners-rc.org. READ MORE »

Lawn Care 101
Fri. 6-9PM/Sat. 8:30AM-2PM (March 2-3, 2012) LAWN CARE 101 in the Lane Agri Park (315 John R. Rice Blvd.). Teaches home owners how to manage and take care of their lawns. NOTE: This will be in the Community Center, the same building in which the farmer's market is located. Fee: $10 per person (includes refreshments and lunch on Saturday). Limited space, call 615-898-7710 quickly. (deadline Feb. 27) READ MORE »

Tai Chi
Wednesday mornings (9-10AM; Feb. 1 - March 28, 2012) Tai Chi classes at the Lane Agri-Park (315 John Rice Blvd.). This is SOLD OUT READ MORE »

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News

MPD Officer Decommissioned and Placed on Leave
After an internal investigation by the Murfreesboro Police Department, Officer Mike Fowler has been decommissioned and placed on indefinite leave. READ MORE »
Posted: Friday, January 27, 2012 11:10 am

State Representative Sparks Looking Into Big Trucks Throwing Rocks
State Representative Mike Sparks is working on legislation to make roadways safer from debris thrown by trucks. READ MORE »
Posted: Friday, January 27, 2012 10:59 am

More On Resignation of LaVergne Fire Marshal
More on those serious allegations that led to the resignation of a fire marshal in La Vergne. READ MORE »
Posted: Friday, January 27, 2012 10:49 am

Man Dies In Early Friday Morning Accident At Nissan
An early Friday morning accident at Nissan in Smyrna has left one man dead. Nissan officials have not released the name of the contract driver who was crushed when the truck in which he was driving, started to roll and pinned him outside a parts warehouse. READ MORE »
Posted: Friday, January 27, 2012 9:57 am

Murfreesboro City Council, 1-26-12
Police Chief Glenn Chrisman visited the city council at their January 26th meeting, to recap the city's crime trends in the last year, down overall. READ MORE »
Posted: Thursday, January 26, 2012 9:09 pm

Collections for Tornado Victims Expanded Locations Saturday

Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office’s Explorer Post 106 will collect non perishable food and canned goods, batteries, diapers, water and toiletries for residents of Center Point, Ala., and Jefferson County, Ala.

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Posted: Thursday, January 26, 2012 4:23 pm

Unemployment Numbers for Rutherford County Released

County non-seasonally adjusted unemployment rates for December 2011, released Thursday, show that the rate decreased in 56 counties, increased in 27 counties, and remained the same in 12 counties. READ MORE »
Posted: Thursday, January 26, 2012 2:02 pm

Bank Robbery on Northfield Blvd.

Cornerstone Financial Credit Union on Northfield Boulevard was robbed at gunpoint on Thursday afternoon, just before 1. The culprit was armed with a small handgun. READ MORE »
Posted: Thursday, January 26, 2012 1:08 pm

Coffee Co. Woman Accused of Embezzling $240,000

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has arrested a Coffee County woman for embezzling thousands of dollars from her employer... READ MORE »
Posted: Thursday, January 26, 2012 11:32 am

Smyrna Middle Principal Dies

Dr. Linda Kennedy, the principal for the Smyrna Middle School has died. Kennedy had primary peritoneal cancer. READ MORE »
Posted: Thursday, January 26, 2012 11:01 am

Prep Sports

Middle School All Sports Trophy Points Updated
WGNS Primetime Sports along with Little Caesars Pizza are again awarding all sports trophies to Rutherford County Middle Schools. READ MORE »
Posted: Thursday, January 26, 2012 5:40 pm

Rutherford Co. Middle School Tournament
The Rutherford County Middle School Basketball Tournament runs Saturday, January 28th through Friday, February 3rd. It will be held at La Vergne Middle School. Click read more for the matchups. READ MORE »
Posted: Thursday, January 26, 2012 5:12 pm

MTSU SPORTS ( Last updated Friday, January 27, 2012 12:05 pm CST)

Recruiting Roundup set for Feb. 1 MURFREESBORO - Middle Tennessee and the Blue Raider Athletic Association will host its fifth annual Football Recruiting Roundup on Wednesday, February 1. The event will take place at 5:30 PM in the Kennon Sports Hall of Fame building on campus. Posted Friday, January 27, 2012 10:18 am CST

Blue Raiders head to Auburn, prep for home-opener MURFREESBORO, Tenn. - The Middle Tennessee men’s tennis team continues its season-opening road swing when it faces No. 20 Auburn Friday at 11 a.m. CT at the Auburn Yarbrough Tennis Center. The Blue Raiders then return home for the first time this season on Sunday, hosting Chattanooga and Morehead State at Nashboro Village. Posted Friday, January 27, 2012 10:00 am CST

ATLANTA BRAVES NEWS ( Last updated Friday, January 27, 2012 12:05 pm CST)

Braves land five prospects on Top 100 list Braves land five prospects on Top 100 list Posted Wednesday, January 25, 2012 9:00 pm CST

Lehman puts knowledge to test on 'Baseball IQ' Lehman puts knowledge to test on 'Baseball IQ' Posted Monday, January 23, 2012 10:37 pm CST

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