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Past articles by Mealand:

Rutherford County Schools celebrates opening of Plainview Elementary

Rutherford County Schools celebrated the start of a new academic year Sunday with an open house for its 50th school. → Read More

In need of back-to-school supplies? Rutherford nonprofits, churches to host giveaways

Several Rutherford County-area churches, nonprofits hosting back-to-school giveaways → Read More

Celebrating Fourth of July at home? Here's a guide on local rules and places to buy fireworks in Rutherford County

Where fireworks are sold in Rutherford County can change from year to year, but rules vary by city. → Read More

En Route: Celebrating the legacy of the Freedom Riders

In May 1961, the first group of 13 Freedom Riders departed Washington, D.C. As awareness for the movement grew, more than 400 would participate in the rides throughout the South to defy Jim Crow. → Read More

Inside our county: R.County 2021 magazine now available

R.County is The Daily News Journal's annual guide for newcomers and long-timers about life in Murfreesboro and Rutherford County → Read More

One dead after Sevier Street shooting in Murfreesboro

Person of interest in Sevier Street shooting in custody; Murfreesboro police said a brief pursuit took place → Read More

Some Tennessee college students pay $1,500 for textbooks each year. How MTSU is working to cut costs

Middle Tennessee State University's effort to widen use of Open Education Resources could save students thousands of dollars on textbooks → Read More

Murfreesboro weather update: No new snow expected, temps will remain cold

Weekend weather to bring warmer temperatures, rain to help melt snow and ice in Murfreesboro → Read More

Murfreesboro City Schools teachers could receive first COVID-19 vaccinations next week

Murfreesboro City Schools is planning to set aside a Friday in February and March to administer doses to roughly 900 teachers and staff. → Read More

Murfreesboro psychologist faces 41 months in prison for TennCare scheme

Federal investigators said Donald McCoy billed TennCare for services performed on Christmas and Thanksgiving between 2014 and 2018 → Read More

Kroger on Middle Tennessee Blvd. closing in February; pharmacy, fuel center will remain open

The pharmacy and fuel center will remain open, but all other operations at the store will cease Feb. 28. → Read More

Graduation dates set for Rutherford County Schools' Class of 2021

Most Rutherford County public high schools will hold graduations on their own campuses → Read More

Murfreesboro City Schools to resume in-person learning Jan. 25

Murfreesboro City Schools has operated on a hybrid plan since returning from winter break → Read More

A day of service: Honoring Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy

Martin Luther King Jr. Day looks different in Rutherford County during a pandemic, but dedication to service remains → Read More

Murfreesboro attorney Jimmy Turner appointed to Circuit Court judgeship

Jimmy Turner, a partner at Oliver and Turner in Murfreesboro, replaces retired Circuit Court Judge David Bragg → Read More

DNJ print paper delivery delayed on Friday

The Daily News Journal's Friday newspaper may be delayed getting to customers today. A truck carrying the printed editions broke down during the delivery process. You can read the e-edition, a digital replica of today’s printed newspaper, as well as other news on dnj.com. → Read More

Murfreesboro City Schools adopts hybrid schedule to start second semester

Murfreesboro City Schools will operate on a hybrid learning model for in-person learners when classes resume in January; plan initially lasts 3 weeks → Read More

Buff City Soap Co. opening third Murfreesboro store in early 2021

Known for its plant-based body care products, Buff City Soap continues to grow in Murfreesboro, opening its third location in early 2021. → Read More

These Rutherford County schools are on distance learning

Rutherford County Schools has closed some campuses due to students, teachers needing to complete quarantine periods due to COVID-19 → Read More

Murfreesboro City Schools closed Monday due to COVID-19

Murfreesboro City Schools students, staff still need to complete quarantine → Read More