MTSU Sidelines

MTSU alumni help bolster Rutherford County and Murfreesboro economy

Maia O'Brien, Contributing writer • October 16, 2024

MTSU is a staple part of the community and economy in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, producing over $15 billion in revenue for Rutherford County.

Charlie Baum vs. Cheri Brown: MTSU’s State House district candidates discuss charter schools, cost of living and more

Siri Reynolds, Staff reporter • October 15, 2024

Many MTSU students will soon choose between Charlie Baum and Cheri Brown on the ballot to represent Tennessee State House District 37.

Who is on the Rutherford County ballot?

Maia O'Brien, Contributing writer • October 14, 2024

Early voting in Tennessee begins Wednesday and goes until Oct. 31, and it is important to be informed on the candidates on the ballot, all the way from president to your state and local level.

MTSU campus was legally cut in half by Tennessee’s latest round of political gerrymandering

Noah McLane, Lead news reporter • September 10, 2024

Political gerrymandering once again ensnared Tennessee with the state's newest House of Representatives maps, but this time, it is legal. And not even MTSU’s campus has been spared.

Bill to establish polling places on college campuses in Tennessee; MTSU representatives play key role in proposal

Angele Latham | Editor In Chief • March 19, 2019

Photo by Andrew Wigdor / MTSU Sidelines A bill that would establish polling places on institutions of higher education in Tennessee has been introduced in the General Assembly, with multiple MTSU representatives...