MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (April 25, 2022) – Murfreesboro Chief of Police Michael Bowen announces the promotion of seven members of the department. Three lieutenants were promoted to captain, two sergeants to lieutenant and two officers to the rank of sergeant.Captain Bryan Anderson started his career with MPD in 2002. Anderson has served as a member of the Special Operation Unit, Field Training Officer, Uniformed Division sergeant, and lieutenant. He is a 2016 g .
RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN – On May 14th, the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office SRO Division aims to raise enough funds to purchase clothing for students that can’t afford new clothes. School Resource Officer Sam Truebee told WGNS about the upcoming event…Again, funds raised at the event will help fund a special back to school shopping trip for students of low-income families in Rutherford County.Truebee talked about how students are chosen to receive the special shopping ex .
RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN – Newly released unemployment data from the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD) showed jobless numbers dropped in nearly every county in the state during March. Ninety-two of 95 counties had lower rates for the month, while the rates increased for two counties, and remained the same in one county.Specifically in Rutherford CountyIn Rutherford County, the jobless rate came in it at 2.4% - landing the county at number 5 on the list of countie .
MURFREESBORO, TN - After the school administration self-reported a violation, the Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association has found Blackman High School football team to be in violation of TSSAA by-laws. “As Athletic Director for Rutherford County Schools, I expect all our coaches to adhere to all TSSAA guidelines,” RCS Athletic Director Chris Harris said. “Today, the TSSAA issued sanctions against Blackman High School for violating the off-season practice policy. .
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Captain David Bricker and MPD Officer Jaydin Davis were honored April 21, 2022, with STARS awards. Bricker and Davis demonstrated exemplary service by going above and beyond to assist an elderly lady in need.Mayor Shane McFarland recognized the two City employees before the regular City Council meeting. The following description by City employees Shandreah Womack and Clay Malone nominated the employees for the STARS .