Life & Human Interest

Murfreesboro Mama: Where to Splash Around Town

May 31, 2021 at 10:03 am by Laura Beth Payne 1

It’s finally June and the heat is on. Now, where to cool off? Head to these local spots to splash! The David Price Miracle Field and Playground 120 Dejarne.... Read More

How to apply for Emergency Internet Relief

May 18, 2021 at 10:00 am by robmtchl 1

The FCC recently announced that on May 12, 2021, eligible households will be able to apply for the Emergency Broadband Benefit. In announcing the official laun.... Read More

Murfreesboro Mama: 6 Gardens to See This Summer

May 18, 2021 at 09:20 am by Laura Beth Payne 1

It's probably my age, and definitely Covid played a part, but over the last few years my interest in gardening has gone way up. The kid whose mother had to all but drag her in.... Read More

Slideshow

Secret Garden Party Preview

May 13, 2021 at 10:06 am by Laura Beth Payne 1

The committee for the Discovery Center’s 29th annual Secret Garden Party gathered at the downtown home of Ken and Judy Stone for a special photo shoot with Rachel T.... Read More

Murfreesboro Mama: Why Moms Need 'Mostly Moms'

May 11, 2021 at 10:00 am by Laura Beth Payne 1

Motherhood might be one of the greatest gifts life brings, but most of us would add that it's one of the greatest challenges. When I became a mom I remember feeling parenthoo.... Read More

Smyrna Masonic Lodge donates to Tennessee Fisher House Foundation

May 10, 2021 at 11:00 am by WrgfhtDon 1

Members of the Sam Davis Masonic Lodge # 661 located in Smyrna, TN donated $1500.00 from their recent pancake breakfast to The Tennessee Fisher House Foundation. Sam Davis Ma.... Read More

Maj. Gen. Tommie Baker, Tennessee’s Deputy Adjutant General, presents the Legion of Merit to Col. Leonard “Trey” Brannom.

Col. Trey Brannom retires from the Tenn. National Guard after 30 years

May 07, 2021 at 07:00 am by Voice Wire 1

After more than 30 years of service in the Tennessee National Guard, Col. Leonard “Trey” Brannom, a long-time Tullahoma and Murfreesboro resident, retired on May 6.... Read More

Murfreesboro Mama: 5 Things to Know about The Tennessee Renaissance Festival

May 04, 2021 at 10:30 am by Laura Beth Payne 1

While most Middle Tennesseans know "The Castle" in from their drives up and down I840 or Highway 96, the opportunity to visit it comes but once a year for most of us at the an.... Read More

Overall Creek student trumps competition in 2021 Read To Bee

Apr 22, 2021 at 09:32 am by literacymatters 1

Thirteen 6th graders from Murfreesboro City and Rutherford County Schools gathered Friday evening, April 16 at Murfreesboro City Hall in the City Council Chambers t.... Read More

"In the Studio" workshop at Discovery Center

Murfreesboro Mama: 6 Can't Miss Happenings at Discovery Center this Spring

Apr 20, 2021 at 09:45 am by Laura Beth Payne 1

You could say it's been a *little* busy at Discovery Center, lately. Why? Since reopening its doors after Covid-19, the center's leadership and staff has worked tirelessly to.... Read More

Seniors with SNAP might be entitled to extra benefits

Apr 20, 2021 at 07:00 am by Voice Wire 1

It’s been more than a year since the coronavirus pandemic took our world and turned it sideways. Now, cases are decreasing while vaccination rates are increasing, but it.... Read More

Murfreesboro Mama: The Scoop on Scoopy's Ice Cream

Apr 13, 2021 at 09:51 am by Laura Beth Payne 1

The older I get, the more I love ice cream. Especially locally-made ice cream. I mean, how can the same dessert turn magically different when made with different hands,.... Read More

Rutherford County EMS Director Carl Hudgens

RCEMS Hosts Special Awards Ceremony for Personnel

Mar 31, 2021 at 08:30 am by Voice Wire 1

Several Rutherford County Emergency Medical Services (RCEMS) personnel were recognized Tuesday at a special awards ceremony at Lane Agri-park. Director Carl Hudgens hosted th.... Read More

Rutherford County volunteers give 61K+ meals to food insecure

Mar 31, 2021 at 07:00 am by Voice Wire 1

Rutherford County employees and other local volunteers recently participated in a food-packaging event that provided over 61,000 meals for the food insecure in the community..... Read More

Murfreesboro Mama: 9 Spots for Easter Fun

Mar 17, 2021 at 09:33 am by Laura Beth Payne 1

This Easter looks a little different than last -- thank goodness! Easter egg hunts and visits with the Easter Bunny are a thing again, and local businesses and organizations a.... Read More