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FAFSA Clinics Next Week Supporting UC Families
The Tennessee Higher Education Commission is offering free FAFSA clinics to give Upper Cumberland families hands-on support while applying for federal student aid. Senior Outreach Director Jason Seay said they have always had FAFSA workshops at high schools and colleges throughout the state but families need more support this year. Seay said last year’s revamping of the system has led to technical issues and some parental concerns.
Early Voting for Aug. 1 State and Federal Primaries and County General Elections Continues Through July 27
Tennessee Secretary of State Tre Hargett encourages all registered Tennessee voters to utilize the early voting period for the Aug. 1 State and Federal Primaries and the County General Elections as a safe and secure way to cast their ballots. “We want all registered Tennessee voters to make their voices...
Tennessee announces hiring of Kristen Golightly
Tennessee announced the hiring of assistant women’s golf coach Kristen Golightly. “I am thrilled to add Kristen to our staff this season,” Tennessee head coach Diana Cantu said. “Her personality, work ethic, and determination are going to be huge for our program. “She has excelled in working...
Nazi hate group accused of yelling 'racial slurs' at Black children in Nashville
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — A troubling trend continues in Middle Tennessee as a Nazi group was seen yelling racial slurs at young Black kids in downtown Nashville this past weekend. The Nazi hate group, made up of adult white men, allegedly used racist language against the children, a statement...
Annual Stuff the Bus Event to Benefit 15,000 Students
United Way of Greater Nashville announced that thanks to generous community donations to its 16th annual Stuff the Bus school supply collection drive, over 15,000 elementary students would receive backpacks full of school supplies to start the year off ready to learn. More than 469 individuals representing 63 teams purchased...
Early Intervention Key for Dyslexic Students in Rutherford County
RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Dyslexia is a common learning disorder affecting many students in both Rutherford County Schools and the Murfreesboro City School System. According to the Center for Dyslexia at MTSU, at least 100,000 students in grades K-12 statewide have dyslexia. Nationally, the National Institutes of Health estimate that 15% of the population may be dyslexic. Characteristics of dyslexia include confusion of visually or phonetically similar letters, and difficulties with sequencing and monitoring sounds in reading and spelling. Stewart commented on dyslexia myths that many people think are common indicators of the learning disability…
Who MTCS football will lean on in 2024 after TSSAA state championship season
There are big shoes to fill for the Middle Tennessee Christian football team coming off last season's Division II-A state championship. Senior quarterback Briggs Boyd and sophomore wide receiver/defensive back Shy Murphy will lead a host of Cougars who will have to step up to the tall task. ...
Ribbon Cutting: X-Golf Murfreesboro
X-Golf Murfreesboro held its ribbon cutting on May 29, 2024, for its location at 1720 Old Fort Parkway, L-220 in Murfreesboro. X-Golf’s state of the art indoor golf simulators offers players unparalleled accuracy and realism through a combination of camera systems, infrared lasers, impact sensors and advanced gaming software.
Most Southern Baptist Churches Use Background Checks
New Vision Baptist Church in Murfreesboro has used background checks in its ministry for more than 10 years. “It gives us peace of mind,” said Kellie Clem, financial assistant at New Vision. “Also, there are occasions where it becomes a chance to talk with volunteers about their faith walk due to results that have come back.”
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