(WTVF) — The Murfreesboro Police Department is investigating human remains found inside a vehicle at a tow yard on May 1 a man was found in the back of his locked 2007 Hummer HU3 on a sleeping mat The SUV had been towed from Walmart to the tow yard on April 5 after it was reportedly abandoned Officials say the Hummer's windows were covered with black-out material and the back seat was laid flat and could not be seen from looking through the front window employees approached the Hummer after completing a tow lien since no one claimed the vehicle and saw flies and smelled an odor coming from the vehicle They opened the door and proceeded to contact police An autopsy has been requested to determine the cause of death Towing is not suspected of any wrongdoings and both the towing company and Walmart are fully cooperating with the investigation Do you have more information about this story You can email me at kelly.broderick@newschannel5.com Rebecca: https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/a2/d9/fb69982545c59e9836fbe80fe431/rebecca-recommends.png Carrie: https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/2e/72/be0f23854c54a228c9d6138c9847/carrie-recommends-header.png Ben: https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/df/c4/19fa7c504480938f39a431e3b276/ben-recommends-header.png Rhori: https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/5b/25/a224d13d47739165c92b94e643db/rhori-recommends-header.png Lelan: https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/af/54/833bf879454097a398bd44f723de/lelan-recommends.png I'm not sure there is a story that's brought a bigger smile to our faces than this one celebrating Ms The story of her service during World War II is amazing in itself — she is a true Rosie the Riveter What was also amazing was to see was how an entire community turned out to celebrate her (WZTV) — An investigation is underway after a body was found inside a vehicle at a tow yard in Murfreesboro Murfreesboro Police Department reports the body was found Thursday at E.A The vehicle was towed from a Walmart to the tow yard back on April 5 after being reported abandoned was found in the back of a locked 2007 Hummer HU3 on a sleeping mat Two tow company employees found the body after noticing flies and a smell coming from the back of the SUV They called police after the grotesque discovery Authorities have called for an autopsy to find the cause of death and how long the man had been dead and we will report the findings once available Download the FREE FOX 17 News app to get push alerts sent to your iPhone, iPad or Android By Caleb WethingtonPublished: May 2025 at 12:58 PM CDTEmail This LinkShare on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInMURFREESBORO (WSMV) - The Murfreesboro Police Department has released more information after a body was found inside a vehicle at a tow yard on Thursday MPD reports that detectives are continuing to investigate the remains found inside a 2007 Hummer HU3 at E.A The victim was found on a sleeping mat in the back of his locked Hummer The SUV was towed from Walmart to the towing yard on Southpointe Court on April 5 Here are instructions on how to watch WSMV4 live on various platforms. “The Hummer’s windows were covered with black-out material making it difficult to see inside,” MPD explained was laid flat and could not be seen from looking through the front window.” employees of the tow company were preparing to put a mechanic’s lien on the Hummer since it was never claimed The employees observed flies and smelled an odor coming from the rear of the vehicle discovered the body and notified the authorities An autopsy is being performed to determine the cause of death and how long the man had been dead inside the vehicle Towing is not suspected of any wrongdoings Both the towing company and Walmart are fully cooperating with the investigation,” MPD said “VCU detectives continue to investigate the incident.” Who was the Murfreesboro area TSSAA boys athlete of the week for April 28-May 4 Nominees are Blackman's Jayden Guy and Jacob Adamson Siegel's Colton Baron and Stewarts Creek's Shawn Rhodes Tennessee (KVIA) -- UTEP Softball closed out its 2025 campaign on Sunday afternoon falling 9-1 in five innings to Middle Tennessee at Blue Raider Field.  The Miners were limited to four hits and were unable to overcome a powerful offensive surge from the Blue Raiders in the second inning.  The Miners opened the game with early base runners as Ashlynn Griffith led off with a single through the left side followed by Marissa Burchard reaching on an error Middle Tennessee responded in the bottom half of the first taking a 1-0 lead on an RBI double by Ansley Blevins that scored Jana Want The Blue Raiders then broke the game open in the second inning with a seven-run explosion highlighted by a two-run homer from Ava Brooks and a two-run shot from Blevins later in the frame UTEP turned to Taja Felder in the circle during the inning but MTSU continued to pour on the offense eventually leading 8-0 after two innings.  UTEP’s lone run of the game—and the series—came in the fourth inning followed by a single from Madi Mendoza to move her to third Rylan Dooner then delivered an RBI single through the left side to plate Lee and put the Miners on the board.  Anisa Reynolds entered in relief in the fourth and held MTSU scoreless that frame but the Blue Raiders added the final run in the fifth inning on Addy Edgmon’s RBI single to secure the run-rule victory.  and Dooner each recorded one hit for UTEP Lee’s double was the Miners' only extra-base hit of the contest.  KVIA ABC 7 is committed to providing a forum for civil and constructive conversation Please keep your comments respectful and relevant. You can review our Community Guidelines by clicking here If you would like to share a story idea, please submit it here Terms of Service | Privacy Policy | Community Guidelines | KVIA-TV FCC Public File | FCC Applications | Do Not Sell My Personal Information TN – What started as a casual credit check through Credit Karma quickly spiraled into a financial nightmare for one Murfreesboro resident after she discovered her identity had allegedly been used to fraudulently purchase over $1 million in real estate and vehicles—including a 2023 Nissan Rogue The case unfolded one weekend ago when Murfreesboro Police were dispatched to an apartment on Bradyville Pike reported that she had been the victim of identity theft after reviewing her credit report the unknown suspect or suspects allegedly purchased two homes under her name beginning in May 2023 with both properties totaling over $1 million the credit activity showed active residency in the homes as far back as last year—without the victim's knowledge or consent the credit report revealed two vehicle loans: one for a 2020 Nissan Sentra and the other for a 2023 Nissan Rogue the vehicles were valued at more than $25,000 The victim told police she had no connection to the locations listed on the report and did not even possess a driver’s license She also stated she had not shared her personal information with anyone and had no idea who could be behind the scheme Police informed the victim of the necessary steps to begin clearing her name starting with filing disputes with the credit bureaus and the lenders involved Officers also advised her to place a lock or freeze on her Social Security number to prevent further fraudulent activity and the investigation may span multiple jurisdictions depending on where the fraudulent purchases occurred Authorities are working to determine who currently occupies the homes and how the suspect managed to gain access to the victim’s personal information This incident highlights the growing threat of identity theft and the importance of regularly monitoring credit activity The Facebook group New Stores in Murfreesboro shared a photo of a note that was placed on the restaurant door alerting diners to the closure after careful and deliberate consideration Cajun Steamer Mufreesboro has permanently closed We are deeply grateful for the support and loyalty you have shown us over the years It has been an honor to serve the Murfreesboro community and we are proud of the memories and connections made along the way.” Google also confirms the restaurant’s closure and the website no longer allows orders to be placed for the Murfreesboro location Two other Cajun Steamer locations remain open in Franklin at  1175 Meridian Boulevard Suite 108 and Hendersonville at 185 Indian Lake Boulevard You Have Successfully Subscribed to the Newsletter Editorial Inquiries615-807-0805 Advertising Inquiries615-535-4554 All Other Inquiries615-899-2447 © document.write(new Date().getFullYear()); Copyright Rutherford Source Murfreesboro police continue to investigate what happened to a deceased man found in the back of his locked Hummer "An autopsy has been requested to determine the cause of death and how long the man had been deceased," said the press release from Murfreesboro police spokesman Larry Flowers Murfreesboro Police Department Criminal Investigations Division Violent Crimes Unit (VCU) detectives began the investigation May 1 after the man's remains were discovered in the 2007 Hummer HU3 on a sleeping mat at a local tow yard The SUV had been towed from a Walmart to E.A Towing on Southpointe Court on April 5 after it was reported abandoned "Tow company employees approached the Hummer after completing a tow lien since no one claimed the vehicle," the press release said "They saw flies and smelled an odor coming from the rear of the vehicle discovered the remains and notified the police." January 2025 homicide: Multiple gunshots kill baby and wound mother in Murfreesboro The Hummer's windows were covered with black-out material was laid flat and could not be seen from looking through the front window," the press release added Both the towing company and Walmart are fully cooperating with the investigation October 2023 homicide: Fatal shooting victim's family pushes for answers from public: 'You can’t just let it die' Reach reporter Scott Broden with news tips or questions by emailing him at sbroden@dnj.com. To support his work with The Daily News Journal, sign up for a digital subscription TN – In an appalling crime that’s sure to shake the very foundations of retail two daring masterminds—whom we’ll affectionately dub Suzy Cue and Jane Doe—attempted the boldest of all heists on April 28 at the Walmart on S that’s less than designer jeans cost but enough to warrant a full-blown investigation the criminal heist was halted in its tracks thanks to the eagle-eyed efforts of the legendary loss prevention guru at Wally World who managed to detain the suspects before they could make their dramatic getaway Barcode swapping—an age-old retail trick passed down through generations of budget-conscious schemers Why pay $15 when you can pay $3 and still walk out feeling semi-legit price tag swapping is still unequivocally considered retail theft One way to look at it: the thief is simply stealing 50 to 75% less than they would have if they hadn't swapped the price tag Officer Smith was dispatched to the scene where he was introduced to the suspects in the Walmart loss prevention lair Security footage apparently caught the women red-handed in their valiant attempt to cut costs without coupons Officer Smith reported smelling marijuana on the duo no weed was found—only the pungent scent of disappointment likely under the impression that her savvy couponing cover story would hold or at least nothing worthy of the ink it would’ve taken to mention it in the report the duo has been officially trespassed from the sacred halls of rollback pricing and all $120.86 of attempted contraband has been safely returned to its shelf—ready for the next aspiring fashion Robin Hood Stay tuned for more episodes of America’s Least Wanted: Bargain Bandits Edition 9/8:  Contractor for a private development will be making I-24 ramp improvements  EB traffic on Joe B Jackson will be reduced from two lanes to one lane  Appropriate traffic controls will be in place Joe B Jackson Pkwy Raised Median Installation Work (just east of New Butler Dr/Elam Rd)   5/7:  Contractor for a private development will be installing a raised median on Joe B Jackson Pkwy  Traffic will be reduced on Joe B Jackson Pkwy from two lanes to one lane Hwy 99 Turn Lane Improvement Project (just south of Rockvale Elementary School)   Expected Lane Closure:  Monday through Friday:  Contractor for private development will be installing turn lanes on Hwy 99 just south of Rockvale Elementary School  There will be lane shifts and traffic interruptions  Two lanes of traffic will be maintained on Hwy 99  Appropriate traffic controls and will be in place Expected Lane Closure:  Monday through Friday:  City Contractor will be performing roadway widening work at the intersection 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm:  Contractor for private development will be making road repairs at the intersection Expected Lane Closure:  Monday & Tuesday 8:00 am -3:00 pm:  Contractor for a private development will be making pavement repairs on Bradyville Pike between Manor Dr and Lakeshore Dr  Traffic will be reduced to one-lane flagging operation Expected Lane Closure:  Monday through Thursday 8:30 am -3:30 pm:  Contractor for a private development will be performing utility installation work on Rutherford Blvd just north of Rutherford Blvd  Southbound traffic will be reduced from two lanes to one lane 8:30 am -3:30 pm:  Contractor for a private development will installation new driveway on Gateway Blvd near Kennedy Dr Expected Lane Closure:  Monday through Saturday 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM:  Contractor for Google Fiber will be installing fiber optic lines  There will be lane closures and lane shifts   Joe B Jackson Pkwy between Old Butler Dr and Bridge at CSX (working off the roadway – minimal traffic interruptions) Expected Lane Closure:  Monday through Friday 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM:  Contractor for Middle Tennessee Electric will be installing overhead electrical lines  There will be periodic lane closures and lane shifts Expected Lane Closures:  Monday through Friday 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM:  City contractor will be performing construction work at the following streets:   Medical Center Pkwy between I-24 and Thompson Ln 8 pm – 6 am (milling and temporary striping work) I-840 and NW Broad St and I-840 and I-24 (traffic count data collection) There will be alternating lane closures in both directions on I-840 for paving operations from Jefferson Pike to the Wilson County line (MM 61 – 66) There will be alternating lane closures on SR 1 (S Lowry Street) in both directions and partial ramp closures from SR 102 to SR 1 for bridge repair work (MM 7 – 7.5) One lane will remain open in each direction There will be temporary lane closures for grading drainage and paving from near Jefferson Pike to Sam Ridley Parkway (MM 3.8 – 4.1) there will be an extended closure on SR 102 for expansion joint repairs There will be one lane open in each direction for the duration of the closure When working on the outside lanes of SR 102 the northbound SR 102 exit ramp to US-70 and the southbound entrance ramps to SR 102 will be closed There will be temporary alternating lane closures in both directions for approach slab jacking near Warrior Drive on US 231 (MM 10.9) There will temporarily alternating lane closures on SR 2 (US-41) from Kensington Square Court to south of Cedar Grove Road Flagging operations will be in place and one lane will remain open at all times and paving on SR 99 from Veterans Parkway to Cason Lane There will be temporary alternating lane closures using flagging operations One lane will remain open at all times (mm 13.8 – 15.97) and paving on SR 99 (New Salem Highway) from near I-24 to SR 96 (Old Fort Parkway) and construction of two concrete bulb tee beam bridges and paving on SR 266 (Jefferson Pike) from SR 102 to east of I-840 There will be periodic flagging operations for construction activities (MM 5 – 9) There will be alternating lane closures on SR-99 from Veterans Parkway to Carson Lane for grading There will be alternating lane closures on SR-99 from near I-24 to SR 96 for grading 2025) — In a shocking turn of events that has left plastic brick enthusiasts and big box retailers equally stunned Murfreesboro Police are on the hunt for a Lego-loving larcenist who executed what can only be described as the Great Walmart Block Heist It all went down at the Walmart on South Rutherford Boulevard where an enterprising thief decided to skip the checkout line and go straight to free play mode An alert loss prevention employee noticed the man piling Lego sets into his cart with the kind of enthusiasm typically reserved for a 9-year-old on their birthday — except this adult-sized enthusiast had no intention of paying for his miniature castles and Star Wars ships the suspect rolled his cart full of overpriced Danish joy-bricks right past the registers and into the parking lot with all the subtlety of a cartoon villain Store cameras caught the moment he loaded the loot into a getaway car — a Mitsubishi hatchback complete with a cherry blossom decal and (because why not) an Uber sign A cool $200 — though it could be more but since the suspect didn’t bother scanning his purchases we’ll never know exactly what magical worlds he’s constructing at home Police reports confirm the exact inventory was “unidentifiable,” because as it turns out described as a man in a white t-shirt and khaki shorts (because originality isn’t his strong suit) Police are working hard to track him down — ideally before he turns his stolen Millennium Falcon into a Death Star they’ll be keeping an extra sharp eye on anyone who looks like they might be trying to recreate a scene from The Lego Movie in real life — especially if their cart looks suspiciously more like a toy aisle sweepstakes than a casual Saturday run DISCLAIMER: All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law The arrest records or information about an arrest that are published or reported on NewsRadio WGNS and www.WGNSradio.com are not an indication of guilt or evidence that an actual crime has been committed By Jordan JamesPublished: May 2025 at 9:28 PM CDTEmail This LinkShare on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInMurfreesboro (WSMV) - A suspicious death investigation is underway in Murfreesboro after human remains were found at a tow yard on Thursday Authorities claim the vehicle was left unattended for several days at the Walmart on Old Fort Parkway The 2007 Hummer was taken to their facility they reportedly were in the process of placing a lien on the vehicle when an employee discovered the body “The case is currently under investigation by our criminal investigation division violent crime unit,” Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) spokesperson Larry Flowers told WSMV4 Police said they’re trying to find out how long the man has been dead Here are instructions on how to watch WSMV4 live on various platforms. The body wasn’t found until four weeks later Investigators said the view into the vehicle was obstructed “The person that owns the vehicle actually had blackout material covering the windows you would assume it was an empty vehicle,” Flowers explained Walmart prohibits overnight parking on its property The discovery of human remains was top of mind for many shoppers They’re probably out looking for him and they’re just out in an abandoned car,” A shopper told WSMV4 An autopsy has been ordered to determine the cause of death Murfreesboro police say that the tow company is not suspected of wrongdoing and is cooperating Who was the Murfreesboro area TSSAA girls athlete of the week for April 28-May 4 Smyrna's Kylah Lowe and Stewarts Creek's Jaelyn Stembridge Murfreesboro Police Department Criminal Investigations Division Violent Crimes Unit detectives are investigating a suspicious death where a man was found deceased inside a vehicle at a tow lot on Thursday Towing on Southpointe Court around 2:30 p.m Tow company employees found the body after preparing to place a mechanic lien on the vehicle since no one claimed it was towed from the Walmart on Old Fort Parkway on April 5 Detectives have requested the medical examiner to perform an autopsy to determine the cause of death and how long the man may have been deceased MORE CRIME NEWS 2025) – Murfreesboro Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division Violent Crimes Unit (VCU) is continuing its investigation into the discovery of a deceased man inside a vehicle at a local tow yard last week The SUV had been towed on April 5 from the Walmart on Old Fort Parkway after it was reported abandoned The vehicle’s windows were covered with blackout material obscuring visibility from outside the vehicle Tow yard employees approached the vehicle after completing a tow lien process which allows a towing company to take possession of unclaimed vehicles they noticed a strong odor and a presence of flies they discovered the man’s body on a sleeping mat in the back of the SUV and immediately contacted police An autopsy has been requested to determine the cause and manner of death as well as to estimate how long the individual had been deceased The identity of the deceased has not yet been publicly released The investigation remains active as police work to gather more details about the circumstances leading up to the man’s death Bryan Barrett is joined by Nate Williams with Murfreesboro Parks & Recreation who is live from the Area 16 Special Olympic Games He updates everyone on what will go on today and tomorrow at the Dean Hayes Track & Soccer Complex on the MTSU campus The Tennessee Department of Health recently released its monthly disciplinary action report detailing violations by healthcare professionals across the state Several Middle Tennessee practitioners faced penalties ranging from civil fines to license revocations This report highlights cases from Nashville and surrounding Middle Tennessee communities Nashville acupuncturist Ning Wang voluntarily surrendered his license following serious violations Wang failed to comply with a previous disciplinary order from 2022 and was cited for making inappropriate contact with a female patient Following a diagnosis of an undisclosed disorder that required appointment of a conservator Wang surrendered his practice certificate and was assessed additional costs Murfreesboro acupuncturist Shirin Sohrabi received a citation for failing to complete required continuing education Sohrabi must submit proof of completed education and pay a $240 civil penalty received a reprimand from the Board of Osteopathic Examination for providing medical treatment and writing prescriptions to her husband without maintaining proper medical records and pay $585 in civil penalties plus case costs up to $6,000 Several medical X-ray professionals from the region faced penalties for practicing without proper licensure: Knoxville-based advanced practice registered nurse Kathleen Langstone had her RN license and APRN certificate suspended for practicing without a required collaborating physician received a substantial $23,000 civil penalty for operating with an expired license The clinic’s new license will be issued on probation with eligibility to petition for removal of probation status once penalties and investigative costs are paid Franklin-based physician assistant Jason William was cited for failure to complete continuing education requirements and assessed a $1,785 civil penalty Multiple respiratory care professionals from Middle Tennessee received $300 civil penalties for failing to complete continuing education: The Tennessee Department of Health publishes these monthly reports as part of its commitment to public safety and professional accountability Detailed information about disciplinary actions is available on the department’s website where consumers can search by practitioner name to access complete disciplinary records Healthcare professionals and consumers alike are encouraged to stay informed about licensing requirements and professional standards to maintain Tennessee’s quality of care Note: This article is based solely on public records from the Tennessee Department of Health’s March 2025 Disciplinary Action Report All individuals mentioned have already received formal notice of their violations and penalties Source: TN Dept. of Health Here's the latest news from Middle Tennessee State University: Middle Tennessee State University Public Health faculty in the Department of Health and Human Performance showed over 300 students “a day in the life” of health professionals during a recent program at Siegel High School — one of four outreach activities planned at various Rutherford County high schools throughout the spring semester Spearheaded by lecturer Chipper Smith in partnership with associate professor Kahler Stone the broader goal of the high school presentations aimed at health science students is to raise awareness about the field of public health “Public Health is a discipline that often operates behind the scenes to prevent illness and create healthier communities,” Smith said “This was part of a larger effort we’ve been making to engage local students in health science tracks or HOSA Future Health Professionals chapters to consider public health.” the presentation focused on explaining the diversity of careers in public health and how students might find their passion working in areas that improve health at a community or population level “Public health can sometimes be an ‘invisible’ profession because when it's working well problems are prevented before they arise,” Stone said “We want students to know that public health careers touch so many areas — from disease prevention vaccine access and safe drinking water to disaster response environmental health and health education.” health science career and technical education teacher at Siegel said her students were excited to learn about pathways they hadn’t even considered before the MTSU presentation “While our health science curriculum includes career exploration across various medical- and health-related fields public health is a topic we rarely delve into,” Sherrell said “Many were surprised by the diverse career paths within this field Several students have since expressed a newfound interest in exploring public health as a potential career highlighting the impact and importance of this exposure.” Stone and Smith introduced students to the careers of epidemiologists environmental health specialists and health educators and provided examples of MTSU alumni working in these fields MTSU prepares to celebrate over 2,375 spring grads May 9-10More than 2,375 new graduates are expected to soon cross the stage of Murphy Center May 9-10 to celebrate spring commencement at Middle Tennessee State University Graduate and undergraduate students in the Jennings A College of Education and College of Media and Entertainment will receive their degrees beginning at 3 p.m the first of three public ceremonies in Hale/Earle Arena inside Murphy Center at 2650 Middle Tennessee Blvd Central and includes students in the College of Basic and Applied Sciences and University College students in the College of Behavioral and Health Sciences and College of Liberal Arts will receive their degrees Of the 2,377 students set to graduate in the spring Class of 2025 1,974 are undergraduates and 403 are graduate students 21 education specialist recipients and 23 doctoral candidates 18 graduate students and one undergraduate student will receive certificates All ceremonies will be open to the public. For those unable to attend in person, the ceremonies will all be airing live both days on the university’s livestream channel, on True Blue TV and on the university’s Facebook page and YouTube channel. Alumnus Rob Payne, owner of Payne Analytics, will share words of wisdom as speaker for the Friday, May 9, ceremony, followed by Tennessee House of Representatives Speaker Cameron Sexton for the Saturday, May 10, morning ceremony and wrapping up with the Saturday afternoon ceremony featuring alumna and accomplished media executive Tracey Rogers, vice president with Nexstar Media Group Inc. MTSU President Sidney A. McPhee will briefly address each group of graduates after welcoming them and their guests. For those attending commencement ceremonies in person, please note that a clear bag policy is in effect at Murphy Center as follows: Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC may not exceed 12-by-6-by-12 inches. Gallon Ziploc bags are allowed. Small clutch purses no larger than 4.5-by-6.5 inches will also be allowed in addition to a clear bag. MTSU’s spring semester ends Thursday, May 8. The summer semester begins May 19. 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After a competitive start with promising base runners the Miners were overwhelmed by a second inning where Middle Tennessee scored seven runs but it was not enough to counter the Blue Raiders' offensive strength While UTEP showed early promise with runners on base they struggled to convert those opportunities into runs throughout the game The disparity in offensive execution was evident UTEP will need to assess their performance this season and strategize improvements for the next campaign Focus on player development and addressing competitive gaps will be crucial The Miners’ season ended on a disappointing note but it serves as a crucial learning experience Future preparation and enhanced offensive strategies will be essential for recovery and success in upcoming seasons The summary of the linked article was generated with the assistance of artificial intelligence technology from OpenAI We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it OK Privacy policy Game Recap: Softball | 5/4/2025 2:51:00 PM | Jake Freelund Thanks for visiting ! 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Saturday's Jax State baseball contest has been postponed The two clubs will wrap up the Conference USA weekend series on Sunday with a doubleheader beginning at 1 p.m The final game of the weekend will follow the conclusion of the first game Both games will be streamed on ESPN+ and carried on the Gamecock Sports Network Thanks for visiting The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here By Danica SauterPublished: Apr 2025 at 8:37 PM CDTEmail This LinkShare on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInNASHVILLE (WSMV) - The Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department (MFRD) is investigating after a restaurant caught fire TRAFFIC ALERT Smoke is currently coming from Farmers Restaurant on Old Fort Pkwy, & the situation is under investigation. Multiple fire & police units are on scene, causing significant traffic congestion in the area. If possible, please use an alternate route to avoid delays. pic.twitter.com/ZjYp57Wn90 crews with MFRD responded to Farmers Restaurant on Old Fort Parkway MFRD said there will be significant congestion in the area TRAFFIC ALERT Smoke is currently coming from Farmers Restaurant on Old Fort Pkwy, & the situation is under investigation. Multiple fire & police units are on scene, causing significant traffic congestion in the area. If possible, please use an alternate route to avoid delays. pic.twitter.com/ZjYp57Wn90 (WGNS) — After years of serving up Southern coastal cuisine Cajun Steamer Bar & Grill has permanently closed its Murfreesboro location A sign posted on the restaurant’s front door confirmed the decision citing “careful and deliberate consideration” behind the closure The announcement expressed deep gratitude to the community for its support and loyalty over the years “It has been an honor to serve the Murfreesboro community,” the statement read “We are proud of the memories and connections made along the way.” Local residents weren't entirely surprised One customer shared on social media that the restaurant appeared understaffed in recent weeks with only one server managing the entire dining area during a visit While the Murfreesboro location is now closed fans of the Cajun Steamer experience can still visit their other locations in Franklin and Hendersonville No official reason was given for the closure but signs point to staffing and operational challenges as contributing factors Some residents are now looking forward to what’s next for the space with one commenter hoping the new seafood restaurant opening on Church Street will live up to expectations By Caleb WethingtonPublished: Apr 2025 at 4:17 PM CDTEmail This LinkShare on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInMURFREESBORO (WSMV) - First responders are on the scene of a crash involving a school bus in Murfreesboro on Tuesday afternoon The Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department reports the crash occurred at Calumet Trace and South Church Street at some time before 4 p.m and students are being safely released to their parents or guardians,” MFRD said MFRD is on the scene of a vehicle accident involving a school bus at Calumet Trace and South Church Street The department is urging motorists to be mindful that traffic on South Church Street is heavily impacted please use an alternate route to avoid delays.” — A morning jog took a terrifying turn for an 18-year-old woman after she was attacked on a walking trail behind Oaklands Park on Maney Avenue early Monday Murfreesboro Police say the attack occurred around 8:30 a.m. prompting an immediate search for the suspect officers responded to a theft reported at the Murphy Express gas station on Memorial Boulevard where they encountered and identified 23-year-old Xavier Carter as the suspect wanted in the earlier assault and theft in connection to the gas station shoplifting incident He is currently being held at the Rutherford County Adult Detention Center on a $30,000 bond A hearing in General Sessions Court has been scheduled for June 3 and police are urging anyone with information related to the case to come forward Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInMURFREESBORO (WSMV) - Update: The motorcyclist killed in a crash Thursday April 24 has been identified as Dax Van Ekelenburg The crash happened near the intersection of South Church Street and South Rutherford Boulevard “The preliminary investigation indicates the driver of a Ford Taurus was traveling southbound on S failing to yield and colliding with the motorcyclist,” said investigators with the Murfreesboro Police Department’s fatal accident team MPD said the driver of the car was not hurt Another motorcyclist was following Ekelenburg but was able to brake in time to avoid a crash A motorcyclist died after a crash in Murfreesboro and investigators with the Murfreesboro Police Department are working to determine if speed was a contributing factor at the intersection of South Church Street and South Rutherford Boulevard and involved a car and a motorcycle A Murfreesboro Police officer immediately began CPR before crews with the Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department and Rutherford County Emergency Medical Services took over The motorcyclist was taken to a nearby hospital the investigation indicated the driver of the Ford Taurus was driving south on South Church Street in the continuous left turn lane Investigators are working to determine if the speed of the motorcycle was a contributing factor in the crash WKRN News 2 Firefighters responded to a crash involving a school bus in Murfreesboro though authorities said no students were injured A new police department is officially opening its doors in Spring Hill Some Cottontown residents have complained of frequent flooding along Highway 25 for years and Sumner County commissioners will discuss plans to fix the problem One county trying to keep up with growth is searching for ways to cash in on new development Nashville Mayor Freddie O'Connell announced a fund to help migrants affected by ICE actions Governor Bill Lee promised state support for President Donald Trump's immigration roundup and he delivered Wilson County Schools are once again in the middle of a culture war as an insurance policy chance on gender reassignment for employees is up for discussion Immigrant rights groups are reporting ICE activity in South Nashville Rapper Kevin Gates is bringing his new tour to Music City Williamson County saw 8.5 million visitors in 2023 Williamson County deputies chased an 18-year-old teen from Georgia wanted for stalking a woman Fairview is keeping the small town feel while adding extra amenities for the community By Kassidy BrownPublished: Apr 2025 at 8:18 AM CDTEmail This LinkShare on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInMURFREESBORO (WSMV) - A man is facing charges after he was accused of attacking a woman on a hiking trail Monday morning according to the Murfreesboro Police Department the 18-year-old victim was on a run on the walking trail behind Oaklands Park on Maney Avenue when she was allegedly attacked by Xavier Carter MPD said Carter was arrested later that day following the report of a theft at Murphy Express on Memorial Boulevard sexual battery stemming from the alleged attack behind Oaklands Park He is also charged with theft in relation to the gas station incident “Carter is being held on a $30,000 bond at Rutherford County Adult Detention Center A hearing is set for June 3 in General Sessions Court,” MPD Note: This story has been updated with new information about funeral arrangements Murfreesboro police identified the motorcyclist who died from a Thursday crash as 21-year-old Dax Van Ekelenburg of Murfreesboro Visitation for the family and friends of Dax Mathew Van Ekelenburg was held from 10 a.m April 29 funeral service at Murfreesboro Funeral Home & Cremation Services according to Ekelenburg's obituary posted on the funeral home website Graveside service and interment immediately followed the funeral service at the Christiana Miller Cemetery with a motorcycle ride to the graveside for members of his motorcycle community and any others that would like to do so UPDATE from April 10 fatality: Murfreesboro police identify fatal victim in motorcycle crash April 24 to the motorcycle crash that also involved a Ford Taurus at South Church Street and South Rutherford Boulevard according to a press release from Murfreesboro Police Department spokesman Larry Flowers "An MPD officer immediately began CPR before crews with Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department and Rutherford County Emergency Medical Services took over medical care," Flowers said in the press release The EMS ambulance crew took the motorcycle rider to the hospital where Ekelenburg died "The preliminary investigation indicates the driver of a Ford Taurus was traveling southbound on South Church in the continuous left turn lane failing to yield and colliding with the motorcyclist," the press release said The driver of the Ford Taurus was not hurt Nov. 8 traffic fatality: Murfreesboro police identify victim in fatal wreck on S. Church St. The motorcyclist was traveling northbound on South Church in the right lane "Another motorcyclist was following the first bike and was able to brake in time to avoid a collision," Flowers said in the press release The policy department's Fatal Accident Crash Team investigators are also trying to determine if the speed of the motorcycle was a contributing factor in the crash The motorcycle fatality is the second one in April in Murfreesboro. Motorcyclist Blake Raucci, 24, died after a late evening crash April 10 at North Rutherford Boulevard and Greenland Avenue Nashville Funeral and Cremation handled the arrangements for Raucci Law enforcement officers with Murfreesboro police Traffic Unit and Rutherford County Traffic Safety Task Force will be offering motorcycle safety training from 10 a.m to noon May 17 at Bumpus Harley-Davidson of Murfreesboro on Northwest Broad Street Reach reporter Scott Broden with news tips or questions by emailing him at sbroden@dnj.com To support his work with The Daily News Journal Note: This story has been updated with an added comment from a state lawmaker Murfreesboro City School Board vice chairwoman Amenda Moore called for the elected school officials to vote on the resolution Tuesday against the Tennessee House Bill 793 and Senate Bill 836 after refusing to enroll them with other children for a free education "Our school board is focused on doing what is best for children," Moore told The Daily News Journal after the meeting "Nobody can look at these bills in good faith and say that they are good for children We have to draw the line when kids are being used as leverage in the national immigration policy debate." Murfreesboro City School Board chairman Butch Campbell said public schools "need to educate all the children." Tuition for public schools could be expensive the state this school year through Tennessee Investment in Student Achievement funding has provided public schools with a base amount of $7,075 per student The average payment per student that is subject to the state and local share of funding is $8,959 First Amendment issue for schools: Speaker complaint on transgender book disrupts Murfreesboro City School Board meeting The Tennessee General Assembly legislation in question includes co-sponsorship from state Sen. Dawn White a Murfreesboro Republican who serves as chairwoman of the Senate Education Committee “I have always been opposed to illegal immigration and I was proud to support this legislation as another step we can take as a state to fight back," said White a former kindergarten teacher for the Murfreesboro school district's Black Fox Elementary "This bill gives local schools an additional tool they can use to combat the increasing cost of education and eliminate the negative burden of illegal immigration on Tennessee taxpayers." State Rep. Tim Rudd, a Murfreesboro Republican The Daily News Journal awaits a response from Rudd after leaving a message with him Thursday morning State Rep. Charlie Baum opposed the bill recommended by majority vote in the House Education Committee Baum said Tennessee and the national government already have the right mix of disincentives for undocumented immigrants by withholding TNCare "I think that's sufficient without us having to penalize the children who may be here without any choice," said Baum who's also a economics professor at Middle Tennessee State University Baum mentioned crime being a concern if undocumented adolescents are not in school "There’s an old saying in the South that idle hands are the devil's tools," Baum said joined the majority in the Tennessee House Education Committee in supporting the legislation "Illegal immigration has brought so many costs that are crushing taxpayers and our local governments," said Stevens "We have to take steps to mitigate this problem and this bill will allow the school systems to address the issue." Legislation: See how your TN House lawmakers' bills could impact budget and schools in Rutherford County School board resolution challenges legality of billsThe Murfreesboro school board's resolution questions if the bills are using "vulnerable children" to challenge a U.S Doe 1982 that “affirmed that all children have a constitutional right to a public education absent a compelling governmental interest.” The resolution also mentions the 14th Amendment of the U.S Constitution that stipulates that no state shall "deny to any person within its jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws." Board agrees state decision inequitableAll seven elected Murfreesboro City School Board members and their appointed Schools Director Bobby "Trey" N Duke III signed the resolution that included the following statement: “Allowing discriminatory practices against students solely based on their immigration status creates inequitable educational systems potentially promotes division within our communities places school staff in the untenable position of making enrollment inquiries based on immigration status and conflicts with the mission of Murfreesboro City Schools to assure the academic and personal success for each child." 'It was a hard decision': Murfreesboro school board bans transgender book after December meeting disruption In addition to the Murfreesboro City School Board position on the legislation, two advocates, including Judy Whitehill, spoke against the bills in question before the Rutherford County Board of Education during the public comment portion of the meeting Wednesday "This has to be the most heartless and punitive legislation that has ever been promoted in our state," Whitehill told the Rutherford school officials Whitehill is a retired teacher for over 30 years, former librarian at Murfreesboro's Northfield Elementary School and a past four-year president of the Tennessee Teachers Association. She also serves as one of two appointed Democrats on the five-member Rutherford County Election Commission "If this horrible bill does happen to pass I hope and pray that the Rutherford County School Board will continue to enroll all students and refuse to consider any fee or tuition cost," Whitehill said "All students have a right to a free and appropriate public-school education." Whitehill urged the Rutherford school board to draft a resolution to show continued support to educate all students "How can we teach our children the importance of kindness acceptance and inclusion when we allow adults in leadership positions to promote hate and divisiveness?" Whitehill said 'Stop the Coup March for Democracy': Protesters of Trump plan April 5 event in Murfreesboro The Rutherford school officials also heard the Rev "We must accept the fact that all people residing in Tennessee pay taxes, regardless of their status," said Warren, who's also an advocate with Public Schools Strong "The American Immigration Council estimates the amount undocumented immigrants pay in taxes in Tennessee is $915.6 million." As faith leader with Cumberland Presbyterian Church Warren said she was in shock to witness a bill sponsor tout that a school district could reject a student keep state funding to educate the child and charge the family $7,000 to readmit her "Over 200 pastors across the state have signed a letter to our legislators declaring our opposition," Warren told the Rutherford school officials "We hope you will join Murfreesboro City Schools and adopt a resolution or otherwise proclaim you will not eject students from our schools or charge them tuition if this bill becomes law." Another First Amendment issue: Rutherford library officials draw national opposition for removing books on transgender issues The Rutherford schools board members offered no comments during the meeting in response to what the two public comment speakers said did briefly talk to Warren after the meeting and offered a comment to The Daily News Journal 'We are banished': Rutherford County Board of Education book banning upsets free speech advocates Reach reporter Scott Broden with news tips or questions by emailing him at sbroden@dnj.com. To support his work with The Daily News Journal, sign up for a digital subscription. The former chairman and CEO of a company behind the proposed development of a 260-acre sports and entertainment complex in Murfreesboro and Rutherford County were recently indicted the United States Attorney’s Office said 70-year-old Randy Miller the former Chairman and President of Legacy Sports were accused of engaging in a scheme to defraud investors of more than $280 million in bond funding Randy and Chad allegedly defrauded investors to fund the development of a major sports complex in Mesa Instead of investing money into the park, according to the indictment, the Millers spent the bond proceeds on personal expenses and luxuries such as cars and a home the CFO of Legacy Sports confronted the Millers about the transactions the Millers proposed the $350 million development known as Legacy Sports TN multi-use family sports and entertainment complex with indoor and outdoor athletic facilities an outdoor amphitheater to host special events an e-sports gaming center and multiple entertainment and retail options the revenues and visitors promised by the Millers failed to make a profit the Millers filed for bankruptcy and sold Legacy Park in Arizona for less than approximately $26 million only $2.5 million went to repaying the approximately $284 million owed to the Legacy Park bondholders the Millers were charged with securities fraud Here are instructions on how to watch WSMV4 live on various platforms