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Health Inspections: Rutherford County July 2, 2024
These are the health scores for June 25 to July 2, 2024, in Rutherford County with their most recent inspection scores. Some locations may be in multiple counties. Read more local health inspections here!. EstablishmentScoreAddressInspection TypeDate. Abbington At Stones River Pool1001335 Bradyville Pike Murfreesboro, TN 37130Public Swimming Pools Follow-Up7/1/2024. Arbor...
MTSU empowers Rutherford County youth through digital media camp
MURFREESBORO, Tenn., — Middle Tennessee State University’s College of Media and Entertainment recently boosted the media literacy of area youth by hosting the “Come to Voice” summer camp program for seventh to ninth graders from the Boys and Girls Clubs of Rutherford County. Since 2022, professors...
Murfreesboro Police Department Elevates Officers to Sergeants in Recognition of Service
The Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) recently recognized the advancement of two of its own, according to an announcement on their official website. Officer Charles Ryan Speed and Detective Steven Vajcner have been promoted to the rank of Sergeant following their progression within the department and service to the community. The department held a ceremony to honor the officers on June 28.
United Dental Corp. adds private equity co-founder to board of directors
Murfreesboro, Tenn.-based United Dental Corp. appointed Allan Weinstein to its board of directors. Mr. Weinstein is the co-founder and managing partner of Gainline Capital Partners, a middle market private equity firm based in Stamford, Conn., according to a July 1 news release. In addition, Mr. Weinstein has served as managing...
MTSU’s Jones College of Business offers new cybersecurity management program
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — With electronic data being so foundational to modern commerce and industry, Middle Tennessee State University’s Jennings A. Jones College of Business is now offering a new bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity management — a profession that is expected to grow exponentially over the next decade and beyond.
TSWA releases Tennessee high school softball all-state teams for 2024 TSSAA season
The Tennessee Sports Writers Association has released its 2024 all-state softball teams for all six TSSAA classifications. Here is the complete list of selections. Catchers: Layla Alcorn, Oliver Springs, Fr., Jade Brooks, Wartburg Central, Sr. Infielders: Kelcie Watts, Gordonsville, Sr., Bella Thornton, Oliver Springs, Sr., Hannah Brooks, North Greene, Fr.,...
Investigation launched after claims of MNPD involvement in undermining police oversight
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — An independent investigation is underway into allegations that Metro Nashville Police Department command staffers helped pass a bill, behind closed doors, that stripped police oversight agencies of much of their power to investigate across the state. The 61-page complaint was filed with MNPD and Mayor...
Woman caught on camera stealing credit card from purse at downtown Nashville restaurant
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Surveillance video obtained by WSMV4 shows a bold Sunday evening crime at a downtown Nashville restaurant. A woman is accused of sitting down at a table, reaching behind her and stealing a credit card from a patron’s purse, which was hanging on the back of her chair.
More than $400K approved for repairs, replacements to facilities damaged during 2010 Nashville flood
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - During Tuesday night’s meeting, the Metro Council approved more than $400,000 from the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency to the Metropolitan Government to complete repairs and/or replacement to facilities that were damaged during the April and May 2010 flood. Resolution 41 was passed on the council’s...
East Nashville rocked by string of car break-ins
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — Smashed windows and stolen property are what several people in East Nashville are dealing with after waking up to a string of car break-ins. This took place on Gwynn Drive and Maplewood Lane in East Nashville, which left neighbors shaken up. A person who lives...
Otsego alum, pitcher Joseph Dzierwa details his decision to transfer to Vanderbilt University
TONTOGANY, Ohio — There comes a time in everyone's journey to take the next step. In some instances it's planned, while fate decides others. For Otsego High School alum Joseph Dzierwa, he experienced a little bit of both over the past month. On June 3, the southpaw made the difficult decision of leaving the program that provided him with a Division I baseball opportunity.
Nashvillian creates makeshift park out of vacant, undevelopable 2010 flood lots
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Richland Creek never ran as high as it did on May 2, 2010, according to West Nashville resident Stephen Selby. A slow-moving low-pressure system unloaded an unforeseen amount of rain on Nashville neighborhoods, bringing some areas as much as nine inches of rain in 24 hours.
Fireworks can spook pets, here’s how to protect them from holiday dangers
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Like most pet owners, Megan Firth’s dog isn’t just her pet. ”I consider her a part of my family like I consider her my child... I want to make sure that she is safe and I know that her ears are really sensitive.”. Metro...
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