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97th Academy Awards promotional image. Photo courtesy of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

MTSU alum gets another ‘Wild’ chance at Oscar greatness

Emma Burden, Lead features reporter January 24, 2025

There might be an Oscar added to the College of Media and Entertainment trophy case this spring. Brian Chumney, who graduated from MTSU in 1998, received a nomination for the Academy Award for best sound...

Sidelines year-end survey reveals best and worst of 2024

Sidelines year-end survey reveals best and worst of 2024

Shauna Reynolds, Features editor December 14, 2024
Sidelines staff opinions on the best, worst and most surprising moments of 2024.
(From left to right) Taylor Swift, Lana Del Rey, Hozier, U2 and Azealia Banks. (Graphic by Bailey Brantingham)

10 years later: 2014 albums that stood the test of time

Bailey Brantingham, Managing editor December 13, 2024
A list of the most unforgettable albums released in 2014 that remain impactful over a decade later.
Jason Dietz on stage at Red Rocks Amphitheater with Amigo the Devil. (Photo courtesy of Jason Dietz)

Murfreesboro Music Makers: Jason Dietz navigates the stage and the studio

Matthew Olson, Reporter December 9, 2024

Feature photo courtesy of Jason Dietz Story by Matthew Olson Jason Dietz has established a distinctive presence in the music industry, showcasing his talents on stage and behind...

Ana Grosh entertains at Diana Street on Dec. 7, 2024. (Photo by Sam McIntyre)

Diana Street heats up December with Fa-La-La-Li Daze festival

Kerstie Wolaver December 9, 2024

Feature photo by Sam McIntyre Story by Kerstie Wolaver Sid's Lucky Number 7 vends vintage wares at Diana Street on Dec. 7, 2024. (Photo by Sam McIntyre) With finals season approaching...

Mayday Brewery in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, on Nov. 8, 2024. (Photo by Megan Goble)

Last call: regulars pour one out for Murfreesboro’s Mayday Brewery

Megan Goble, Reporter December 5, 2024
Mayday Brewery holds years of memories for the craft beer community near downtown Murfreesboro.
Students fling axes at MTSU's Rage and Relax on Dec. 2, 2024. (Photo by Victoria Stone)

MTSU students destress and decompress at Rage and Relax

Victoria Stone December 4, 2024

Featured photo by Victoria Stone Story by Victoria Stone Things get hectic during finals season. On Monday, Dec. 2, students headed to the Student Union ballroom for Rage and Relax, hosted...

Indievelopment: Live Concert Planning class books MTSU alum Daniel Nunnelee for end-of-semester show

Indievelopment: Live Concert Planning class books MTSU alum Daniel Nunnelee for end-of-semester show

Kerstie Wolaver December 2, 2024

Feature photo courtesy of Daniel Nunnelee Story by Kerstie Wolaver Indievelopment takes place Dec. 3, 2024, at MTSU's Tucker theatre. Each semester, MTSU Music Business Professor...

Murfreesboro metalcore band Bloodveil. (Photo by Cadee Havard)

Murfreesboro music makers: Make way for metalcore with Bloodveil

Bailey Brantingham December 2, 2024

Many bands in Murfreesboro are adept at playing little laid-back venues, performing acoustic sets at MTSU’s Student Union or a small corner stage in a coffee shop. Others, however, are better accommodated...

"Arcane" season two promotional photo introduces the main characters of season two (Photos courtesy of Netflix)

‘Arcane’ season 2 delivers an explosive masterpiece

Alyssa Williams, Editor-in-chief November 26, 2024

Feature photo courtesy of Netflix Story by Alyssa Williams There’s really only one way to react to “Arcane” season two, and that is to sit in bed and stare at the ceiling while contemplating...

Carter Elliott plays the piano in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.

Murfreesboro music makers: ‘At the Piano’ with Carter Elliott

Josie James, Contributing writer November 25, 2024

  Carter Elliott on the guitar. (Photo by Keena Kabir) For his new release “At Long Last … At the Piano,” Carter Elliott followed his instincts to create something entirely...

Aly Ruscianno (Elphaba) and Skye Neal (Galinda) pose together at Premiere 6 Theatre. (Photo by Emma Burden)

‘Wicked’ proves to be ‘Popular’ at Murfreesboro’s Premiere 6 Theatre

Emma Burden November 24, 2024

Photos by Emma Burden Story by Emma Burden The scent of buttered popcorn and candy filled the air. Movie goers purchased tickets to the weekend’s newest films. Ushers guided patrons into their...

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