Rocking with Rankin: Murfreesboro business owner shares models, music and musingsThor Rankin, owner of Thor’s furniture on Medical Center parkway talks about his past and his experiences as a staple in the Murfreesboro business community for nearly 40 years. May 25 25May 25, 2025Article at MTSU Sidelines
On a ‘roll’ at Wako Japanese CuisineLearn the rules to make the most of this Murfreesboro restaurant’s all-you-can-eat lunch experience Feb 02 25February 02, 2025Article at MTSU Sidelines
Rutherford County Blacksmiths Association stokes new interest in timeless craftToday’s blacksmiths practice yesterday’s artistry less than a mile from downtown Murfreesboro. Jan 19 25January 19, 2025Article at MTSU Sidelines
DesJarlais defeats Broderick, retains 4th Congressional DistrictU.S. Rep. Scott DesJarlais defeated Democratic challenger Victoria Broderick in the race for Tennessee’s 4th Congressional District, resecuring the office he has held since 2011. Small flags sit on the welcome table of the Rutherford County GOP headquarters in Murfreesboro, Tennessee on Nov. 5, 2024 (Photo by Vanessa Hamel) The Associated Press called the race... Nov 05 24November 05, 2024Article at MTSU Sidelines
‘One door at a time’: Luis Mata’s young staffers push to flip a Tennessee House seatOn a hot Sunday morning, 44 days before the November election, Tennessee State House candidate Luis Mata gathered with volunteers and staff at a local park. Again. Oct 28 24October 28, 2024Article at MTSU Sidelines
7 sweet or scary Halloweek options in and around MurfreesboroFeature photo by Shauna Reynolds Story by Sidelines staff When it comes to Halloween, one day is no longer enough. People have stretched the fun into Halloweekend or a whole Halloweek. Oct 23 24October 23, 2024Article at MTSU Sidelines
Business rooted in passion: Dainty Dani’s brings the outside inIt’s the time of year when the days grow longer and the Murfreesboro landscape returns to its natural green. But in a little shop on Front Street, the shelves are green year-round. Apr 05 24April 05, 2024Article at MTSU Sidelines
Coffee around campus: 4 local spots for a caffeine fixImagine a beverage that can help a student stay awake all night to finish a presentation or make an 8 a.m. class more tolerable after a long night of *not* studying. Truly, coffee is a student’s best friend. Feb 21 24February 21, 2024Article at MTSU Sidelines
Murfreesboro restaurants cook up something special this Valentine’s DayWhen it comes to impressing a date on Valentine’s Day, the chocolate, flowers and meal swipe combo is not the answer. Here are four Murfreesboro restaurants where students can make Feb. 14 a memorable night. Feb 11 24February 11, 2024Article at MTSU Sidelines