The United Way of Rutherford and Cannon Counties recently announced its plans for investing $2,891,033 in the community for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2017, in the areas of education, health and financial stability. In alignment with United Way’s community impact model, the organization’s investment strategy focuses on systematically addressing community needs. The United…
A historic church that played a role in the Battle of Murfreesboro and served as a safe haven for soldiers has been vandalized. Someone took several fire extinguishers and sprayed the inside of Ebenezer Primitive Baptist Church, covering floors, pews, organ, drums, and the reception hall in a powder of dust. (Photo: WKRN) The church…
The first day of summer is quickly approaching and for many that means it’s the literal “longest day ever.” For Ross Lester, however, it’s a day to invite the entire Rutherford County community to join forces and make music together. Wednesday, June 21, is Make Music Day, a worldwide celebration of music that started in…
Murfreesboro will host the 78th Annual TML Conference “Explore, Discover, Soar” at the Murfreesboro Conference Center at the Embassy Suites, June 10-13. The conference includes a Mayor’s Forum on Sunday, June 11. Who: Shane McFarland, Murfreesboro Mayor; John Clark, Kingsport Mayor; Jill Holland, McKenzie Mayor; Curtis Hayes, Livingston Mayor. What: The opening general session of the TML…
MTSU’s solar boat team is ready to shine again at this year’s Solar Splash World Championship in Ohio. Solar Splash, the world championship for intercollegiate solar/electric boating, hosts a five-day competition that seeks to show the feasibility of solar energy and promote interest in science and technology. This year’s showdown runs from Wednesday to…
Convincing a suicidal man to not take his life earned a Sheriff’s Deputy honors as Officer of the Month for May from Ford of Murfreesboro. Patrol Deputy Jason Brown received an engraved watch from Assistant General Manager Art Hill of Ford of Murfreesboro. General Manager Andy Obeissy of Ford of Murfreesboro said they appreciate Deputy…
One person is in custody and two juveniles are wanted for attempted first degree homicide after a recent shooting at a Murfreesboro apartment complex. It happened at College Grove Apartments on New Lascassas Highway, located not too far from Middle Tennessee State University, on Sunday. Police said Devonta Cason, 22, has since been arrested in…
Murfreesboro police are asking for help locating a man who walked away from his home early Sunday morning. Police said Justin Bulle left his Saint Andrews residence around 5:30 a.m. His girlfriend reported he suffers from multiple mental disorders and may have intentions of harming himself. Anyone with information on Bulle’s whereabouts is urged to…
A Murfreesboro man is enjoying a new home Wednesday evening, thanks to Habitat for Humanity. Charles received the keys from someone you might recognize—Darius Rucker, who was part of the dedication ceremony. The new homeowner just earned a degree from Middle Tennessee State University and is now completing his required “sweat equity” hours with Habitat….
Tennessee Corrections Institute recertified the Rutherford County Adult Detention CenterWednesday, a goal Sheriff Mike Fitzhugh pledged to fulfill when he was voted sheriff Jan. 12 by the Rutherford County Commission. “Since taking office, we have worked very diligently in achieving that goal,” Fitzhugh said. TCI decertified the Detention Center last year after finding deficiencies in…