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Murfreesboro Mayor declares state of emergency

CIM Digital March 21, 2020

Story by Kristi Jones / Contributing writer As COVID-19 continues to spread in the state of Tennessee as well as Rutherford County, Murfreesboro Mayor declared a local State of Emergency Saturday that...

'Skateboarding means everything': Skaters explain why Murfreesboro needs skate parks, organize events to raise awareness

‘Skateboarding means everything’: Skaters explain why Murfreesboro needs skate parks, organize events to raise awareness

Sidelines February 14, 2018

Photo and story by Tiffany Brady / Contributing Writer Skateboarding has been on the rise in the last several years, spreading through cultural groups and cities all around the world. In addition, skateboarding...

City Council votes on separation agreement, severance pay for resigning city manager

City Council votes on separation agreement, severance pay for resigning city manager

CIM Digital December 20, 2017

Photo courtesy of the City of Murfreesboro Murfreesboro’s City Council unanimously settled on a separation agreement on Monday from resigning City Manager Rob Lyons, paying a total of $95,810 in severance...

City of Murfreesboro, Rutherford County release total cost of expenses for 'White Lives Matter' rally preparation, security

City of Murfreesboro, Rutherford County release total cost of expenses for ‘White Lives Matter’ rally preparation, security

Angele Latham | Editor In Chief November 26, 2017

Photo by Anthony Bukengolts / MTSU Sidelines The City of Murfreesboro and Rutherford County released the total cost incurred in providing security for residents during the "White Lives Matter" rally that...

'We're gonna have a really good time Saturday': Murfreesboro prepares for, rebukes 'White Lives Matter' rally

‘We’re gonna have a really good time Saturday’: Murfreesboro prepares for, rebukes ‘White Lives Matter’ rally

Angele Latham | Editor In Chief October 27, 2017

Updated at 4:51 p.m. on Oct. 27 : Sidelines incorrectly reported that Murfreesboro Loves plans to attend the rally on the Murfreesboro Square on Saturday. Sidelines regrets the error.  Photo by Andrew...

Murfreesboro Water & Sewer Department name change reflects new resources, 'One Water' mindset

Murfreesboro Water & Sewer Department name change reflects new resources, ‘One Water’ mindset

Angele Latham | Editor In Chief August 30, 2017

Photo courtesy of Murfreesboro Water Resources Department The City of Murfreesboro Water & Sewer Department recently changed its name in an effort to better reflect the new resources the department utilizes...

Guests watch live performances of old-time music at Uncle Dave Macon Days in Murfreesboro, Tenn. on July 8, 2017. (Tayhlor Stephenson / MTSU Sidelines)

Report: Nonprofit arts and culture in Rutherford County generates $31.2 million annually

CIM Digital August 17, 2017

Photo by Tayhlor Stephenson / Lifestyles Editor  The City of Murfreesboro announced Wednesday that Rutherford County’s nonprofit arts and culture sector generates $31.2 million annually, according...

Leroy Troy from the Tennessee Mafia Jug Band delivers a high-energy performance at Uncle Dave Macon Days in Murfreesboro, Tenn. on July 8, 2017. (Tayhlor Stephenson / MTSU Sidelines)

Uncle Days Macon Days celebrates 40th anniversary with knee-slapping tunes

CIM Digital July 9, 2017

Photos by Tayhlor Stephenson / Lifestyles Editor Just like fine wine, the Uncle Dave Macon Days Old-Time Music Festival only gets sweeter with time. With the help of a record-breaking fanbase, Uncle...

'The mind is powerful': MTSU alumna writes book on 'black experience'

‘The mind is powerful’: MTSU alumna writes book on ‘black experience’

Sidelines June 22, 2017

Photo courtesy of Raymond White Photography Story by Rachael Anne Keisling / Contributing Writer Although Chanekka Pullens currently works as an assistant manager in the retail industry, it’s her talent...

Murfreesboro recognized for excellence in financial reporting for 19th consecutive year

Murfreesboro recognized for excellence in financial reporting for 19th consecutive year

CIM Digital June 22, 2017

Photo courtesy of the City of Murfreesboro The City of Murfreesboro received the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the 19th year in a row, which is the "highest form...

Murfreesboro ranked 10th fastest-growing city in U.S.

Murfreesboro ranked 10th fastest-growing city in U.S.

CIM Digital June 2, 2017

Photo by Andrew Wigdor / News Editor A report by the U.S. Census Bureau last Thursday ranked Murfreesboro as the 10th fastest-growing city in the United States. The data projected a 4.7 percent population...

City of Murfreesboro, MTSU develop new strategies to combat crime with help of MTSU Police, apartment complexes

City of Murfreesboro, MTSU develop new strategies to combat crime with help of MTSU Police, apartment complexes

Photo by Eric Goodwin / Assistant News Editor Officials from the City of Murfreesboro, officials from MTSU and owners and managers of private apartment complexes met on Thursday after the City and MTSU...

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