Proposed bill aims to help law enforcement agencies with officer shortage
A new bill could help police departments across Tennessee fill critical staffing gaps. The proposal would create a special fund to help agencies recruit officers if they have 10% or more vacancies.
Robertson County firefighter diagnosed with serious, rare blood disorder
GREENBRIER, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Wilson County Firefighters Association is rallying behind a Tennessee firefighter after he was diagnosed with a rare and serious blood disorder. Wilson County Firefighters Association Local 4238 said Ethan Stinson, a firefighter with the Greenbrier Fire Department, was recently...
Tennessee Promise Applications Hold Strong with More Than 67,000 High School Seniors Applying for...
The Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC) announced that more than 67,000 high school seniors applied for Tennessee Promise ahead of the November deadline, maintaining strong statewide momentum for one of the nation’s most successful college access programs. Tennessee Promise, a program administered by THEC,...
Routine Traffic Stop Leads to Arrest of Wanted Smyrna Man
MT. JULIET, TN - What started as a routine traffic stop for failing to halt at a stop sign quickly escalated into a significant arrest this week. Officers pulled over a vehicle on Pleasant Grove Road and discovered that the passenger, a 33-year-old man from Smyrna, was wanted out of Rutherford County on charges that...
Tennessee’s Best Fried Chicken Can Be Found At This Local Favorite Nashville Hotspot
Nashville is all about bachelorette parties, country music, and celebrity-owned bars — like Miranda Lambert's four-level Tex-Mex escape, Casa Rosa. But Tennessee's capital is more than just music and stardom. It's also known for a certain culinary staple: Southern fried chicken. This chicken, deep-fried in perfectly...
From the Square to Northfield: Domenico’s Expands West with Parking-Friendly Second Deli
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — A beloved downtown staple is expanding west: Domenico’s Italian Deli is opening a second shop, doubling down on Murfreesboro with the same old‑school counter service, hearty sandwiches, and community‑first approach that made its Square location a go‑to.
Illinois Traffic Stop Arrest: Large Drug Seizure Reported Nov. 24; Loaded Gun Recovered
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Herrin, IL – A traffic stop in Williamson County led to the arrest of a convicted felon and the seizure of methamphetamine, cocaine, a loaded firearm, and drug paraphernalia. According to the Williamson...
Franklin Police Department Seeks New Recruits with Competitive Salaries and Community Support
The Franklin Police Department is opening its doors to recruits, armed with attractive salaries and a supportive community ethos. Entry-level officers are being offered a starting annual salary of $65,000, with those possessing P.O.S.T. certification set to earn $68,000 from day one. The City of Franklin has...
Solid Waste Board Meets 6PM Monday at Murfreesboro Airport
MURFREESBORO, TN - The Central Tennessee Regional Solid Waste Planning Board will hold its next meeting this Monday evening, December 1, 2025, at 6:00 PM in the conference room of the Murfreesboro Municipal Airport's Business Center. The gathering is open to the public, and community members are encouraged to attend.
Fifth-generation farmer supports Wilson County’s agricultural protection law
Wilson County farmer Perry Neal supports new 2-acre minimum zoning law, saying it protects agricultural land from urban sprawl and development pressure
