John Gregory McIntyre, age 54 of Murfreesboro, died Thursday, July 20, 2023, at home following a brief illness with his father and sister by his side. He was born June 4, 1969, and was a native of Corry, Pennsylvania and was the son of the late Patricia Ann Szymanski McIntyre and John Morris McIntyre who…
Murfreesboro Police Chief Michael Bowen announces the promotion of two new captains and a lieutenant to fill existing vacancies. Samuel Smith is being promoted to captain in the Administrative Services Division, succeeding Don Fanning, who is transferring to Captain of the new School Safety Division. Smith is an 18-year veteran of the department. He rose…
City Auto presents Stuff the Bus. United Way of Rutherford and Cannon Counties’ Stuff the Bus initiative is a community-sponsored event that provides school supplies for students in need. This year’s Stuff the Bus Collection Party will take place on Thursday, August 3rd from 11 AM – 2 PM, in MTSU’s parking lot, off Greenland…
Beasie Rd Extension (River Rock Blvd just north of Racquet Club Dr) Expected Lane Closures: Monday Through Friday: City contractor has begun the Beasie Rd construction and bridge work over Stones River Greenway. The greenway trail will be closed around the existing Beasie Rd area until further notice due to bridge construction work over the…
This Sunday, July 23, 2023 at noon the Tennessee Association of Vintage Base Ball will play their only game of the season here at Oaklands Mansion and Oaklands Park. The games will be played at 12:00PM and 2:30PM. Please bring your own blanket or chairs. Pets are welcome, but must remain on a leash at…
The Murfreesboro City Council voted Thursday, July 20, 2023, to approve the Master Plan Task Order services for planning and designing Blackman Park. The City will develop the park on land along Veterans Parkway near I-840. “We are excited to begin planning and design work on recreational land on the City’s west side,” said Murfreesboro…
Under the leadership of Rob Mitchell, the Property Assessor of Rutherford County, and the unwavering dedication of his hardworking staff, the county has experienced a remarkable achievement in fiscal responsibility. The Property Assessors Office is proud to announce that they have successfully returned $499,679 this year to the county general fund, further solidifying their commitment…
Mrs. Janice Arnold died on July 19, 2023, age 90. She cherished God, Jesus, the church, the Word, her family, and her friends. Janice worked in public schools as a speech therapist for 32 years, retiring in 1997. Following nominations from Lascassas Elementary and Kittrell Elementary, Janice received the Rutherford County Teacher of the Year…
Florence Alma Brothers, age 90 of Murfreesboro, Tennessee died Wednesday, July 5, 2023, at the Smyrna Care Center. She was a native of Wilson County and was a daughter of the late Rusal Ward and Bessie McPeak Ward. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Granville Donald Brothers…
Elbert Eugene Scott, age 84 of Murfreesboro, Tennessee died Tuesday, July 18, 2023, following a brief illness. He was born in Ashland City on December 23,1938 and was a long-time resident of Nashville before moving to Murfreesboro. He was the son of the late Avery and Evy Lee Richardson and in addition to his parents,…