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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

U.S. Marshal's and RCSO Capture Fugitives in Smyrna
The Rutherford County Sheriffs Office reports that three out-of-state fugitives were captured in Smyrna and La Vergne by the U.S. Marshal’s Middle Tennessee Fugitive Task. Sheriff's Task Force Member Chuck Thomas says the arrests were made January 6th. READ MORE »
Posted: Friday, January 27, 2012 3:38 pm

Deadline Extended for MTSU Science Symposium
Young forensic scientists can still apply for the first MTSU Forensic Science Symposium! Organizers have extended the application deadline to Wednesday, Feb. 15th, and students will be notified of their acceptance by Feb. 29th. READ MORE »
Posted: Friday, January 27, 2012 3:03 pm

Ford of Murfreesboro Helping FFA
David Lee, owner/manager of Ford of Murfreesboro, has announced that Ford of Murfreesboro will join Ford Motor Company in its ongoing commitment to the National FFA (formerly known as the Future Farmers of America). READ MORE »
Posted: Friday, January 27, 2012 3:00 pm

Murfreesboro's Martin O'Connell Died In Accident At Nissan

50-year old Martin O'Connell of Murfreesboro has been identified as the man killed in a tragic accident Friday morning at Nissan in Smyrna.

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Posted: Friday, January 27, 2012 2:33 pm

Presidential Preference and County Primary Early Voting Feb. 15-28
It's an election year, and there are four important ballots slated for 2012. The first is almost here, with Early Voting for the Presidential Preference Primary and the Rutherford County Primary set to begin on February 15th and continue through the 28th. READ MORE »
Posted: Friday, January 27, 2012 2:25 pm

Austin Maxwell Pulls Name From City Council Race
The head of Ruitherford County's Republican Party has decided to pull his name from the ballot of those seeking one of the three Murfreesboro City Council seats. READ MORE »
Posted: Friday, January 27, 2012 2:11 pm

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

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 3:08 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 3:08 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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