Murfreesboro realtor faces child exploitation, unlawful photography charges
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WZTV) — A Murfreesboro real estate agent has been indicted on multiple charges following an investigation by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. On May 1, 2025, TBI agents began an investigation into Justin Holder, 45. After conducting interviews and gathering evidence that was presented to a...
2 seriously injured after crashing into sheriff’s office SUV, pushing it into fire truck...
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WSMV) - Two people were seriously injured after reportedly crashing into a parked Rutherford County Sheriff’s SUV and pushing it into a fire truck on Interstate 24 early Monday. The sheriff’s office reports that the emergency vehicles were parked at the scene of a crash where a...
Leader of violent jewelry theft ring pleads guilty mid-trial
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — The leader of an organized and violent theft ring that carried out armed robberies of jewelry stores in multiple states has pleaded guilty mid-trial. The federal trial of Deuntria Lamar Lyons, 45, of Valdosta, Georgia, began March 2. After two days of testimony,...
Two Tennessee universities rank among top 15 Christian colleges in US
Two Tennessee universities ranked among the Top 15 best Christian colleges in the United States. Some of the top colleges in the state include Union University, Lipscomb University, Johnson University, the University of the South, and Lee University. Tennessee had nine universities ranked in the top 150 schools of...
Tennessee Weather Alert: Knoxville, Nashville Residents Urged to Prepare for Tornado Risk During Active...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Nashville, Tennessee – As spring storm systems intensify across the United States, emergency officials are urging Tennessee residents to review tornado safety plans now as severe weather threats increase...
Rutherford County Gas Prices Climb Above $3 as Crude Oil Surge
RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. — Gas prices are climbing again across Tennessee, with the average price for a gallon of regular unleaded now sitting at $3.09 in Rutherford County. While prices have risen sharply over the past week, Tennessee motorists are still paying some of the lowest fuel prices in the country.
‘Substantial amount of evidence.’ Man accused of murdering his father in Rutherford County
SMRYNA, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest of a man accused of murdering his father. RCSO reports that 36-year-old Thaddeus Lee is charged with first-degree murder in the January 12 killing of his father, 55-year-old Ben J. Lee. Lee was also indicted on charges...
This Simple Tennessee Restaurant Is Famous for Its Incredible Chicken Tenders
Tucked along NW Broad Street in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Champy’s is the kind of place that keeps locals coming back week after week. Known for its Southern-style fried chicken, laid-back vibe, and blues juke joint atmosphere, this spot has built a loyal fanbase with good reason. Whether you are stopping...
Local heath department issues raw milk warning
Public health officials are urging consumers to carefully consider the risks of drinking raw milk following a recent outbreak of illnesses in southeastern Tennessee linked to its consumption. Health officials encourage consumers to understand the potential health risks and to make informed choices before drinking raw...
66-year-old man found dead on Normandy Lake in Coffee County on Sunday
According to the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, the man identified as Marvin Parker went out on the lake to fish on Friday, March 6. Family and friends had not heard from him since that day.

















