Life + Culture

OHS Students, Teachers Assist

Pet Support Group Unveils 24/7 Microchip Station and Outreach Pet Food Box Article by Julie Brown Patton After years of vision and months of community collaboration, Beesley Animal Foundation representatives unveiled the group’s new 24/7 Microchip Station and Outreach Box, now located in Murfreesboro on the foundation's front porch at 2215 Keeneland Commercial Blvd. After BAF supporters issued a communitywide call for a used newspaper stand to serve as the station, and received one, Oakland...

Entertainment

Go’fer Fun In Murfreesboro

What's New At GO USA Fun Park For Kids Of All Ages? Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Provided by GO USA Fun Park Under the banner of "Gopher Vision 2030," recent projects underway at GO USA Fun Park include an improved driving range with automatic tees; dual-pit go karts; a new event pavilion in the future; and more seasonal events to build on the success of their Halloween miniature golf.  Overall, the GO USA team offers batting cages, go karts, a MaxFlight simulator, mini...

Life + Culture

Pet Kindness, Respect, Responsibility

Beesley Animal Foundation Group Makes Positive Differences In Local Pets' Lives Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Provided by BAF Pets and their peeps are especially fortified through year-round efforts of a resourceful, dedicated nonprofit: Beesley Animal Foundation. Murfreesboro native Jesse C. Beesley Jr., (1901-1980) a noted sculptor, was instrumental in forming the first humane society in Rutherford County with grassroots volunteers in 1976. He inspired the formation of a...

Auto + Marine

Revving Up

Borchetta Bourbon Music City Grand Prix Returns To Nashville Article by Lindsey Hickman | Photography by Music City Grand Prix Start your engines—Nashville’s boldest weekend is back! The Borchetta Bourbon Music City Grand Prix presented by WillScot roars into town Aug. 30-31, fusing thrills of INDYCAR racing with the soul of Music City’s legendary entertainment scene. What began as a motorsport event quickly has evolved into one of the city’s most electrifying events, where horsepower meets...

Arts + Culture

Parks & Recreation For Kids And Pets

Try Out Varied, Unique Programming And Community Seasonal Events  Article by Lynn Caldwell | Photography by Provided by Murfreesboro Parks And Recreation Great things are happening, especially for community kids and pets. In fact, “To provide vibrant public spaces and inclusive programs, delivered with visionary leadership and caring staff that engage the individual and strengthen the quality of life of our community” is the mission statement of Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation, an objective...

Local Services

Sanitary Pet Waste Removal

Doo Doo Blues Provides Affordable, Safe, Professional Pooper-Scooper Service Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Angela Lynn Duggar Doo Doo Blues was launched for the sole purpose of cleaning up dog waste from local neighborhoods, one yard at a time. Now, pet owners who are clients never sing the blues.  Kellie Maxcy, Doo Doo Blues of Murfreesboro/Pro Waste LLC vice president, says she and her husband, Robert Maxcy, love pets but were tired of worrying about their dog’s waste when...

Fitness

Exploring Local History

Experience Hidden Gems Right Here In Murfreesboro Article by Lynn Caldwell | Photography by Provided by Murfreesboro Parks And Recreation Truly authentic and historical experiences exist right here in Murfreesboro. “There are still a lot of people that we meet who aren't aware of the story of Cannonsburgh or the significance of the Bradley Academy Museum and Cultural Center. We really encourage people to take a tour or attend an event,” shares Rachel Singer, Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation...

Professional Services

Scouting Real Estate Options

The Aziz Team Helps Home Buyers And Sellers Explore New Chapters, Quality Of Life Article by Julie Brown Patton Murfreesboro-based Realtor Isam Aziz is so committed to stewarding helpful client support and communications, he makes himself available from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily — yes, that's accessibility within every 24-hour period.  "My goal is to make the home buying and selling process easier for everyone. I enjoy learning the stories of why people are moving, from the family who just added...

Fitness

Expanding Local Health Care Access

Murfreesboro Medical Clinic Officials Break Ground On New Lascassas Pike Facility Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Provided by MMC As Murfreesboro Medical Clinic & SurgiCenter (MMC) representatives observe the operation's 75th year of providing community health services, they're also celebrating continued expansion in providing comprehensive patient care.  MMC professionals recently broke ground for the group's newest medical facility, conveniently located in Murfreesboro on...

Finance + Legal Services

20th Year Milestone

Tri Star Title/Escrow, LLC Experts Guide Real Estate Buying/Selling Process Article by Julie Brown Patton Happy 20th Business Anniversary to owner Sheri Morgan and the team at Tri Star Title & Escrow, LLC. Since 2005, they've delivered what's known as The Tri Star Advantage for comprehensive escrow services, settlements and title insurance.  "When we opened, we made it our mission to provide the most thorough real estate closing services with a quick response time, and we still do," she...