Rutherford Co. Tornado Data Corrected
April 30, 2009
In addition to sending out tornado watch and storm notifications, the National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center keeps statistics on tornadoes across the country. They also compile information on deadly tornadoes year-by-year. The EF4 tornado that scarred the Rutherford County landscape Good Friday was originally categorized as deadly with victims outside of their homes. However, we now know Kori Bryant and her daughter, Olivia, were actually inside the home when the storm struck and took their lives. The family went as far as to release a statement saying so. Therefore, we felt it was important to notify the Storm Prediction Center and the local National Weather Service of the incorrect information. After WGNS brought it to their attention, with documentation from the family and area news coverage, the tornado data has since been corrected. It now reflects they were inside their home. We have a link to the Storm Prediction Center’s site on ours, wgnsradio.com, keyword tornado data.
7-AAA Softball on WGNS
April 30, 2009
The District 7-AAA Softball Tournament begins Friday at Riverdale High School. WGNS will broadcast the final two games, beginning around 5:50pm.
6pm: Siegel vs. Warren Co.
8pm: Blackman vs. Lebanon
Click here for the District 7-AAA Softball Tournament Bracket
NEW BUSINESS: Ryan’s Smokin Rotisserie
April 30, 2009
The Eckles family in Murfreesboro have opened a brand new restaurant in Lascassas. Ryan’s Rotisserie is where the famous Brown’s Store was once located (6505 Lascassas Pike). Today, it’s home to some of the best down home Texas style barbeque you’ll find in Tennessee.
When you visit there’s no telling who you’ll see in the kitchen. It could be Ryan Eckles, his father Dr. George Eckles or even Mary Ann Eckles, a former state representative for Tennessee.
On Friday and Saturday nights, the restaurant will provide you and your family with live BLUEGRASS music. For more information, visit www.RYANSbbq.com
CORRECTION: Patient ALLEGEDLY Struck by Caregiver
April 30, 2009
A 51-year old caregiver who is employed by the Stones River Center has been accused of patient abuse, that news according to an official Murfreesboro Police Report dated April 28th. The incident was reported earlier this week in the room of a mentally challenged female at a Middle Tennessee Medical Center facility in Murfreesboro on North Highland Avenue. The reported victim was a woman in her late 50’s who requires 24-hour care. The Department of Human Services was notified after a nurse told police that she heard what sounded like a smacking sound comming from a patient’s room. When the nurse entered, she said the patient’s face had a visable red mark on it. That was when caregiver Florence Martin from the Stones River Center was accused of striking the patient. Martin was asked to leave the patient’s room, and a report was filed. Again, Martin is not employed by Middle Tennessee Medical Center.
Tornado repairs re-open roads at Stones River Battlefield
April 30, 2009
Visitors to the Stones River National Battlefield are once again able to enjoy the motor tour. The battlefield’s Chief of Operations Gib Backlund told WGNS…
The visitor center, tour road and Stones River National Cemetery are now open from 8 AM to 5 PM daily. Some of the woodland trails remain closed to the public as crews cut down damaged tree limbs.
Since large sections of earth were exposed when huge trees were uprooted by the tornado, archeological specialists were brought to the local battlefield. Backlund noted…
A team skilled in historic masonry work was already in Murfreesboro when the storms struck doing repairs on other walls. That made for a speedy rebuilding of walls damaged in the tornado. Backlund stated, “They repaired a wall using the original stones from 1870.” This group is specially trained at the park’s complex in Frederick, Maryland. They learn construction practices and products with contents used in history.
SIGN OF TIMES: Supreme Court Barely Upheld Ban on BAD WORDS in Broadcasting
April 30, 2009
In a 5-4 decision released this week, the Supreme Court upheld the FCC’s so-called “fleeting expletives” policy which bans the radio and television broadcast of single so-called four-letter words that are considered indecent. However, the narrow ruling of the Court stopped short of deciding whether the FCC’s change in policy violates the First Amendment.Justice Scalia’s majority opinion emphasized that it was dealing only with the question of whether the FCC’s new fleeting expletives policy was “arbitrary and capricious” as a matter of law. The majority determined that the FCC’s change in policy was “entirely rational” under the Administrative Procedure Act. In doing so, the Court reversed the decision of the Second Circuit Court of Appeals that had found the FCC’s new policy to be arbitrary and capricious and remanded the case to the Second Circuit for further review.
The incidents under review by the Supreme Court occurred during the 2002 and 2003 “Billboard Music Awards” on Fox when Cher and Nicole Richie used the words the “F-word” and Richie also used the “Sword.”
The FCC found the incidents to be actionably indecent but decided not to impose fines because its decision marked a change from prior precedent that single, isolated use of these words were not actionable. The Second Circuit held that in finding the broadcasts to be actionable, the FCC had acted arbitrarily and capriciously in not adequately justifying its departure from decades of previous FCC
decisions. The Second Circuit remanded the case to the FCC to provide a rational explanation for its departure from precedent. The FCC appealed the Second Circuit’s decision to the Supreme Court which reversed the Second Circuit’s holding.
The Supreme Court decided not to address whether the FCC’s policy change violates the First Amendment and instead remanded the case to the Second Circuit to decide the constitutional issue. The decision by the Supreme Court to return that issue to the Second Circuit carries with it the likelihood that the Supreme Court will not be able to avoid the First Amendment issue the next time. The reason is the Second Circuit was highly skeptical that the FCC’s new fleeting expletives policy could pass constitutional muster. According to Justice Scalia, “whether it is unconstitutional, will be determined soon enough, perhaps in this very case” once the Second Circuit has had the opportunity to rule on whether the FCC’s policy shift violates free speech protections.
The dissenting Justices argued that the FCC’s change in policy was arbitrary and capricious because the
FCC failed to adequately explain why it changed its indecency policy. In her dissent, Justice Ginsburg also
stated that “there is no way to hide the long shadow the First Amendment casts over what the Commission
has done. Today’s decision does nothing to diminish that shadow.” Although Justice Thomas concurred
with the majority holding that the FCC’s actions were not arbitrary and capricious, he appeared to want to
help the Second Circuit on remand by spelling out his reasons why broadcasters should no longer be
treated as second-class citizens under the First Amendment. Citing the Court’s “scarcity rationale,”
Justice Thomas stated that the First Amendment arguments in favor of continued FCC regulation in this area “were unconvincing when they were issued, and the passage of time has only increased doubt regarding their continued validity.” In light of the Court’s narrow procedural ruling in the case, it remains unclear how the case will finally be decided either at the Second Circuit or when the First Amendment question is likely heard by the Supreme Court. We will keep you appraised of the further proceedings in the case as they occur. In the interim, broadcasters must keep in mind that even inadvertent expletives broadcast over the air can result in significant FCC fines, so broadcasters should remain diligent in their efforts to educate their programmers about the critical need to avoid the broadcast of obscene material at all times, and the broadcast of indecent and profane material outside the safe harbor times of 10:00 P.M. and 6:00 A.M., as well as to insure that the station has sufficient devices in place and personnel trained and ready to eliminate any such material before it goes out over the airwaves.
Red Cross Monitoring Swine Flu Closely
April 30, 2009
The American Red Cross is monitoring the developing situation with this swine flu (H1N1 flu) outbreak and is in close contact with federal and state officials, including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Department of Homeland Security.
The Heart of Tennessee Chapter’s CEO Greg King noted, “This is a serious situation that has the potential to spread, and it is a good time for families, businesses and organizations to follow good public health practices and to review and update their preparedness plans.”
Stocking extra food, water and supplies at home will reduce the need to go out should this swine flu strain become more widespread and schools or businesses temporarily close.
The Red Cross recommends storing a two-week supply of food, water and household necessities such as laundry detergent and toilet paper. A gallon of water per person per day should be stored in clean plastic containers. Family preparation steps should also include storing formula for infants, food for special nutritional needs, essential medicines and medical items, and extra food for pets.
Common sense basic public health practices should be followed. These include covering your cough/sneeze with a tissue, frequent hand-washing, visiting a doctor for flu-like symptoms and staying home when sick.
To learn how you can prepare your family please visit: www.redcross.org
To watch a brief video on preparing for a possible flu pandemic click link below:
US Senator from TN Comments on Obama’s First 100-Days
April 30, 2009
Sen. Lamar Alexander spoke from the floor of the U.S. Senate this morning (4/30/09) on President Obama’s first 100 days in office.
“This administration is a command-and-control type of administration with regulators and politicians running the banks, running the auto companies, nationalizing student loans and - a new blueprint of a kind that confers not opportunity, but a planned America with less freedom, fewer choices, fewer opportunities … a society planned and run by Washington regulators and politicians that our children and our grandchildren can’t afford, not a society that confers opportunities and choices for the people of America.” -Sen. Lamar Alexander
Vice President Biden Sugest Don’t Travel
April 30, 2009
Vice President Joe Bide recently suggested while on a morning talk show that he would not travel by plane or subway because of the nationwide Swine Flu scare. After he made te statement, a spokesperson at the White house sent out the following statement to media outlets…RELEASE: April 30th, 2009
Statement from Vice President Biden’s Spokesperson Elizabeth Alexander:
“On the Today Show this morning the Vice President was asked what he would tell a family member who was considering air travel to Mexico this week. The advice he is giving family members is the same advice the Administration is giving to all Americans: that they should avoid unnecessary air travel to and from Mexico. If they are sick, they should avoid airplanes and other confined public spaces, such as subways. This is the advice the Vice President has given family members who are traveling by commercial airline this week. As the President said just last night, every American should take the same steps you would take to prevent any other flu: keep your hands washed; cover your mouth when you cough; stay home from work if you’re sick; and keep your children home from school if they’re sick.”
Employee Allegedly Hits Customer in Face
April 30, 2009
A Radio Shack employee in Eau Claire, Wisconsin was arrested Sunday for responding to a customer’s request for a refund by punching the man in the face. Police tell WEAU-TV the customer was trying to return an item, but the 52-year-old male employee refused to do so. When the customer asked to speak to the store manager, the employee responded by punching the man. Another customer dialed 911. The employee is charged with battery and disorderly conduct. No word on if the customer ever got his refund. The employee, if he still has his job, will have to have someone cover his shift May 19th. That’s his court date.
Pontiac GTO, Couple in Georgia Buys One Back
April 30, 2009
Pontiac is going the way of pay phones and other things that we’ve been used to seeing forever.TERRY and SHERON JAMES of Athens, Georgia think they’ve recaptured the magic of a bygone era by recently buying a 1968 solar-red Pontiac GTO for $17,000. Or should we say, re-buying it.
It happens to be the same car they bought 40 years ago for the then-lofty price of $4,400 in Tucson, Arizona.
The couple owned the muscle car until 1985, when they traded it in at an Illinois dealership for around $1,200.
But Terry grew nostalgic for the GTO several years ago and decided to track it down. It wasn’t easy. The original dealerships didn’t keep records of the sale and even with photos of the license plates, the James’s learned that microfilm that the state kept of registered cars from 1968 was ruined.
However, Terry was able to track down his beloved old car’s VIN numbers through the Macomb, Illinois dealer who bought the GTO and learned who the private owner was in 2004.
Five years later, he was willing to sell the ‘68 GTO to the Terry and Sheron.
M’boro Man Accused of Leaving Scene of Accident, Charged w/DUI 2
April 30, 2009
A 53-year old Murfreesboro man was arrested after leaving the scene of an injury crash. William Joseph Kelly, Sr. allegedly struck an SUV being driven by a female on Tuesday night, shortly after 9:00. The accident occurred on Southeast Broad Street at Rutherford Blvd. After the wreck, Kelly evidently fled the scene. He was caught soon after by Murfreesboro Police and admitted to being involved in the accident. Kelly was arrested and charged with his second DUI, leaving the scene of an injury accident and having an open container of alcohol in his vehicle. As far as the female who was driving the SUV, she was not seriously injured. Kelly will be in court on May the 26th.
THEFT: Customer Steals CASE of Chicken at Local KFC
April 30, 2009
Here’s a strange theft that you don’t hear about on a regular basis… A customer in the drive through line of “KFC” on Memorial Blvd. couldn’t help to notice the boxes of chicken being unloaded from the manager’s truck and then taken inside the back door of the restaurant. While the manager was inside, the drive through customer apparently thought he was in STEALTH mode when he quietly got out of his vehicle, grabbed a case of chicken and then dumped it into his trunk.
There is a slight catch to the story - - the theft occurred in plain view of a surveillance video camera attached to the KFC building. Murfreesboro Police were called to the scene, but no arrest has been made. The good news: The thief’s mug was CAUGHT ON CAMERA.
State Workers Will Pay $50 Per Month IF THEY SMOKE
April 30, 2009
No doubt, there’s some gnashing of teeth in Nashville over Tennessee’s new surcharge that goes into effect next January 1st, 2010.
The extra 50 bucks per month applies to current and former state workers who benefit from the employee health system should they continue to smoke, or if they have a spouse can’t kick the habit over the next eight months.
Tennessee officials acknowledge that $600 annually is a steep price to pay but they also want to get as many smokers to quit because smoking-related health claims and lost productivity cost the state $3,400 a year per worker.
BRIAN HAILE, deputy director for Tennessee’s Division of Benefits Administration, says the surcharge will hopefully force some workers to make an important lifestyle change, for their own good and the good of the state’s employee health insurance program.
To make it as easy as possible, the state will offer deep discounts on smoking cessation aids such as nicotine gum and patches, beginning tomorrow.
What’s more, workers will be allowed to attend six-week seminars on how to quit smoking on the state’s time.
Wednesday’s Presidential Address Costly
April 30, 2009
Marking his first 100 days in office, President Obama held a prime-time televised news conference last night from the White House. Mr. Obama reassured the American people that the challenges the nation faces, though numerous, will be met:
Reporters were on hand to ask plenty of questions Wednesday night, one asked the president if it were time to close the Mexican border because of the swine flu outbreak? Obama said that’s not a viable option because the virus has already infected people in the U.S.
ABC, NBC, CBS lost over $20-million dollars in ad revenue as a result of the presidential address. This loss was reported at a time when local and national networks are reporting a decrease in advertising accounts.
Swap and Shop for Thursday
April 30, 2009
For Sale: 3-wheel rascal scooter (battery), elec. Hospital bed and a ail gun 556-0173For Sale: Bedroom Suite 893-7630
YARD SALE on Fri. 3414 East Main - near Buds Tire
WANTED: Guitars - 896-1840
For Sale: 1997 Monte Carlo and an 84- Box Truck 563-9844
For Sale: 2-LARGE Decretive Flower Pots and small
electrical appliances for $10 ea. And a 16″ pedestal Fan
890-0707
For Sale: TV Converter box 217-4938 and mowers
NEEDED: Part Time Farm Hand and EXTRA ANIMALS, FOR WORK
CALL 615-593-2798
WILL MOW YARDS IN BORO - And Selling Virgin Brand Mobile
Phones (pay as u go) 995-2374
For Sale: 1-year old BULL DOG - FREE - GOOD DOG! 355-8746
For Sale: Water Fountain for $50 - 893-4393
WANTED: Turntable that can play 33’s, 45’s and 78’s and
want record albums 957-0200
For Sale: Riding Mower and two TV’s 568-2477
WANTED: Truck Load Manure 895-8489
For Sale: Two TV’s, 2-bunk beds and a glass table 668-0647
For Sale: Jazzy Wheelchair - Oak Kitchen Table for $150
962-7120
For Sale: Cub Cadet for $1500 - 361-3129
For Sale: Electronic Language Translator for $100, 1988
Mustang Hatchback Project Car $500, Antique Dr. Pepper
Machine for $400 - 809-5359
Investment Property for Sale: Triplex that takes in $1,725
per month, asking $168,000, call 615-618-1717
WANTED: Verizon Phone 584-7127
For Sale: Twin Size Mattress 972-4932
Taping TV Show Sunday Night At Maple Street Grill
April 30, 2009
Local video production company New Direction Productions is producing a new television series Music in the Boro. The pilot episode is scheduled for taping before an invitation only audience at 7:30 this Sunday night at the Maple Street Grill. The show is an acoustically based, live musical broadcast will be hosted by local husband-wife team Jack and Diane Untz, who are professional performing songwriters.
Jack a composer/guitarist is known for playing on tour for Frankie Valli and The 4 Seasons, George Thorogood, and Brian Setzer. Diane is a songwriter/vocalist and host to many local independent songwriter festivals and showcases. Playing in the band with Jack and Diane are Dave Bauder on harmonica and background vocals and bassist Greg Giovanetti 20 year veteran of the Grand Ole Opry.
Musical guests included in the pilot taping are: Shannon Cain, Prime Cut Records flagship artist, known for his “earthy, southern rock” sound and Suzanne Karr who brings her “country evolution” the blending of contemporary and classic country into the round.
New Direction Productions is a video production company based here in Murfreesboro. The company recently transplanted from Portland, Oregon. It is delving deep into the Nashville music scene producing music videos and promotional materials for many of the area’s local artists. A pilot taping creates a sample that is then used to present the idea to television networks. The concept has already received the interest of GAC’s Senior VP of Programming Sarah Trahern.
Speed Demon Taken to JAIL
April 30, 2009
Michael DiBernardino was in a rush. Police in Pawling, New York arrested the 23-year-old man Tuesday afternoon after catching him driving 69 miles per hour over the speed limit. DiBernardino was busted for allegedly doing 134 miles per hour in a 55-mile-per-hour zone. Troopers followed him in his 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer before he veered off onto a side road. Officers later found and arrested him in his driveway.
SWINE FLU REPORTED IN WILLIAMSON CO., MORE CASES POSSIBLE
April 29, 2009
The Tennessee Department of Health lab has identified the first probable case of the novel H1N1 virus in the state. The specimen will be sent to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to confirm preliminary results.
“The Tennessee Department of Health is taking all necessary precautions in responding to this public health emergency,” said Governor Phil Bredesen. “As diagnosis of the illness continues, we must following the guidance of the state and federal health officials by staying home when we are sick and practicing good hygiene by washing our hands frequently. These small steps will help slow the spread of this illness.”
The patient is a Williamson County resident, who is receiving treatment for symptoms at home, is recovering from the illness, and has a good prognosis. The Tennessee Department of Health is working with local officials to identify and provide antiviral medication to the patient’s family and close contacts. Anyone identified as a close contact of the patient will be notified by the Department.
“It’s important to note that more human cases of swine flu will be detected in Tennessee because of expanded testing and surveillance,” said State Health Commissioner Susan R. Cooper, MSN, RN. “People should be alert to developing news and information about this virus, but should not panic based on this probable case. The more you know, the more you can do to ensure your family’s health.”
Human cases of the H1N1 virus infection have been identified both in the U.S. and internationally. While this is the first probable case in Tennessee, new cases are being identified daily in other states and counties.
The Tennessee Department of Health is conducting active surveillance to determine if any individuals in Tennessee have this strain of the influenza virus. The Department is also collaborating with U.S. Health and Human Services to ensure the state has adequate medical supplies and necessary medications on hand should they be needed.
As of today, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed 91 human cases of this strain of flu infection in the U.S. The most current information, as well as a state-by-state breakdown, can be found on the CDC Web site at http://www.cdc.gov/swineflu/.
Tennessee residents who think they may be ill with the flu or flu-like illness should contact their health care provider. Symptoms of the illness are as follows: fever, body aches, runny nose, sore throat, nausea, or vomiting or diarrhea. Your health care provider will determine whether influenza testing or treatment is needed. If you become ill and experience any warning signs, seek emergency medical care.
In children, emergency warning signs that need urgent medical attention include:
Fast breathing or trouble breathing
Bluish skin color
Not drinking enough fluids
Not waking up or not interacting
Being so irritable that the child does not want to be held
Flu-like symptoms improve but then return with fever and worse cough
Fever with a rash
In adults, emergency warning signs that need urgent medical attention include:
Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
Pain or pressure in the chest or abdomen
Sudden dizziness
Confusion
Severe or persistent vomiting
The Department of Health recommends frequent hand washing with warm soapy water, keeping hands away from your face, eyes and mouth, and covering coughs and sneezes with a sleeve or tissue. These precautions can also help prevent the spread of other illnesses including the common cold.
Bart Gordon Still A Speedster
April 29, 2009
U-S Congressman Bart Gordon of Murfreesboro won the “Fastest Member of Congress” award in the Capitol Challenge Charity race, running the 3-mile course in under 19 minutes despite high winds and rain. Gordon’s victory marks the 20th consecutive year he has outpaced his congressional colleagues in the charity event. All money raised from entry fees for the 28th Annual Capital Challenge race will be donated to the District of Columbia’s Special Olympics. With more than 700 runners participating in the race, an estimated $17,000 will be donated this year. Gordon retained the “Fastest Member of Congress” title by finishing the race in 18 minutes and 49 seconds, off from his record-setting best of 16:59 in 1995.
(Photo ID: Congressman Gordon is the heat of battle, defending his “Fastest Member of Congress” title.)
District 7-AAA Baseball & Softball Tournament Brackets
April 29, 2009
Click here for the District 7-AAA Softball Tournament Bracket (games to be played at Riverdale)
City School Budget: $65,100,000
April 29, 2009
The Murfreesboro City School Board met Tuesday night and hammered out a final budget for the next fiscal year of 2010. The total amount is point 5% higher when compared to the ‘09 budget. The number rang in at $65.1-million. School Board Member Ray Butrum encouraged other city school board members to look into hiring more assistant principals. Despite his efforts, adding assistant principals to the city school budget was not approved. The approval of $625-thousand to be used for the purchase of land for a future school was also nixed.
The budget will be reviewed by the Murfreesboro City Council in May.
Man driving on wrong side of the road, NO LICENSE
April 29, 2009
A man from Mexico was arrested after Murfreesboro Police Officers spotted him driving down the wrong side of the road on Eagle Street. Ambrocio Aguilar actually struck another vehicle in front of Officer Gunn. The man was driving without a license and had no social security number to verify his identity when arrested. It was later discovered that the suspect was also driving without insurance. The culprit is expected to be in court on June 9th.
PREGNANT WOMAN TAKES CALL INSTEAD OF ROBBING BANK
April 29, 2009
A pregnant woman in Fayetteville, North Carolina was talked out of robbing a bank. The woman tried to rob a bank Tuesday morning, but left with no money after she got a cell phone call. Authorities say the woman, who was carrying a gun, walked into Carter Bank and Trust and demanded cash. Her cell phone rang, though, so she picked it up, started having a conversation and left the bank empty-handed. She has yet to be found.
Wilson Bank Donates To Tornado Relief
April 29, 2009
Wilson Bank helps with tornado relief. Wilson Bank Southern Regional President, Barry Buckley, met with Red Cross officials this week as well as a representative from Green House Ministries in Murfreesboro, to present a check to the Red Cross for $2,000 and a check to Green House Ministries for $1,000 to help with tornado relief efforts. Wilson Bank & Trust is offering low-rate construction loans with no origination fees for those who suffered damage to their homes. (Pictured: L-R Cliff Sharp with Greenhouse Ministries, Greg King-Red Cross CEO, Beth Ferguson- Red Cross Development Director and Barry Buckley – Wilson County Bank Southern Regional President)
Attacked by Butter Knife
April 29, 2009
An Indiana man is under arrest for attacking another man with a butter knife and then a barbecue fork during a fight at a home in the town of South Haven Sunday night.The Chicago Sun-Times reports police were called to the residence by the victim, who said 48-year-old Scott Hoskins was drunk and slamming kitchen drawers. According to the newspaper, when the victim asked Hoskins what was wrong, the suspect attacked him. The victim was treated for a minor cut on his abdomen from the butter knife and two puncture wounds on his shoulder from the barbecue fork.
Have a Business? Don’t Do This to Your Email Signature!
April 29, 2009
If you send out email, you may be aware of the power of your email signature. A lot of business owners, (even if it’s just a side-job) use their email signature (a feature in most email applications) to show their contact information, which can save them the effort of having to type it manually into every single email.
Some business owners also use their email signature to post information about their offerings, or to advertise big discounts or sales that their customers might want to hear about or be updated on.
An email signature acts as an identifier, and if used well, it can be a great way for you to post information about yourself and get a lot of people to visit your website. However, you can also overestimate the power of this email signature, and if you do not make your email signature carefully and with your audience in mind, then no one will visit your website. If you are interested in promoting your website through a great email signature, then here are a few tips that you may want to take into account when knowing what not to do.
- Be considerate of people who have to work with slow Internet connections: avoid placing multimedia files in your email signature.
Some email software will allow you to place photos and videos in your email signature. If you are working with people who have fast Internet connections, these files can load properly and quickly. But if you are working with people who are still using dial-up Internet, then you put off email recipients, making them endure a long wait - or worse - your information is blocked altogether. Save them this trouble by keeping your email signature to a text-only format.
- Don’t overload on the text, either. You may be tempted to put in paragraphs and paragraphs of text, with smilies and other emoticons that you think will make your signature look ‘cute.’
- Don’t just hyperlink: type your website address. Some website owners will often put the words ‘click here’ and hyperlink it to the website. This may not show up when email readers select a ‘text only’ option when reading their emails. Keep your website address readable.
- You don’t have to overload on text formatting in order to make your email signature nice to look at and appealing. Stay simple, and avoid colors. Again, if you have email readers who have the ‘text only’ option on, all your colors and formats will be gone.
- Stay with three lines of text, and avoid going for more than this. Think of the compactness of a dog tag: dog’s name on one line, owner’s name on the next, and then contact information on the last line.
About the Author:
Ken Ivey, aka “the Web Czar” - is a veteran technology addict, consultant, and President of MidTN Technology, a Murfreesboro web design and marketing firm. His website is www.kenivey.com
Swap and Shop for Wednesday
April 29, 2009
For Sale: Rascal Scooter and a lift, electric Bed, nail gun 556-0173For Sale: 1966 El Camino, 1975 Vette 893-1114
For Sale: Cub Cadet like new for $1400 - Craftsman
Riding Mower for $100 - 361-3129
FOUND a LOST PINK SLIPPER in front of Tip Top Barber
Shop - 893-4393
For Sale: Antique Dr. Pepper Machine and a MUSTANG 809-
5359
MOW YARDS 427-8474
WANT A PAIR OF CICKENS and selling fishing reels - 274-
3255
For Sale: Leaf Blower for $20 -424-1354
For Sale: 3-Items - Pearl Drums for $300 to $400, and 2-
dirt bike’s 491-5372
YARD SALE: Salem United Methodist Church - SAT. 7am to
11:30am - 478-4118 “Sylvia”
For Sale: 1988 Silverado Truck for $2100, 3-pc. Living
room suite for $450 - 355-6278
For Sale: 3-FOUR WHEELERS - 569-0947
WANTED: House Cleaning Jobs 474-0592
For Sale: LADDER RACK 896-7763
For Sale: 1948 Plymouth Coupe - 243-7736
For Sale: Antique Clocks and Shelf Clocks - Pocket
Watches - Wrist Watches - 459-8739
WILL MOW YARDS - (Fishman) 995-2374
For Sale: Peace Lilly’s for $10 each 890-3301
WILL REPAIR COMPUTERS 865-360-2740
Roommate takes out arrest warrant on MTSU football player
April 28, 2009
The roommate of an MTSU football player took out an arrest warrant against a team member. Offensive lineman Travis Lilienthal was charged with two counts of aggravated burglary and two counts of theft. According to reports from the MTSU Police Department, witnesses reportedly saw Lillienthal breaking into the apartment of freshman quarterback Brent Burnette and his roommate Thomas McLeroy. The suspect turned himself into the Rutherford County Sheriffs Office on Monday (4/27/09). Travis Lillienthal was released on bond, but he is scheduled for his first hearing in General Sessions Court on May 5th.
By the way, this is the football players second arrest in 5-months. Last December the Murfreesboro City Police arrested Lillienthal and charged him with public intoxication, consumption of alcohol by someone under age 21, as well as auto burglary. The Riverdale High School grad is a red shirt member of the Blue Raider football team.
UPDATE: Suspect “Soumpholphakdy” found in trashcan
April 28, 2009
At 3:45 this past Sunday morning (4/26/09), officers found a Smyrna man breaking into a car. According to the police report, Officer Cameron Adam spotted Bounthavy G. Soumpholphakdy inside a vehicle at the Vintage Park Apartments on Barfield Crescent Road. When ordered to surrender, the 25-year old sped away at a high rate of speed. Murfreesboro Police pursued in a chase that went through Savannah Ridge subdivision. The Rutherford County Sheriffs Office joined-in on the chase and at one point the suspect allegedly drove toward officers. All of the sirens and blue lights woke residents in this wild race around 4:00 o’clock early Sunday. In fact, one of those citizens spotted Soumpholphakdy hiding in a trash can and told police. He was apprehended, and according to records–burglary tools and other items that tied him to the crimes were found in the getaway vehicle. Bounthavy G. Soumpholphakdy was booked at the Rutherford County Adult Detention Center on two counts of theft, three counts of auto burglary, three counts of vandalism and for evading arrest. His hearing in General Sessions Court is set for June 30th.
Thompson Lane Trailhead May Open Saturday
April 28, 2009
Within seconds a section of the Stones River Greenway became a pile of rubble. Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Director Lanny Goodwin said, “Hopefully, the Thompson Lane Trailhead will be ready to re-open this Saturday (5/2/09).” The Good Friday tornado went across that area around 12:40 on Friday afternoon, April 10th. Goodwin told WGNS News, “More than a hundred large trees were piled in this small section of the Stones River. Wall studs, a complete large metal roof, a large part of a big rig’s trailer and more came down on the Greenway and river in a matter of seconds. Cranes were brought-in to remove the debris. The heavy machinery created wheel tracks on the paved walkway. Goodwin commented, “Our goal is to have it ready to open this Saturday. Just watch for the barrel blocking the entrance to be removed. That’s how you’ll know if it’s open.”
BUSINESSES STILL HELPING: Sudsy’s Car Wash Helping Red Cross Raise Money
April 28, 2009
Since opening its tunnel doors in Murfreesboro, TN on February 1, 2009, Sudsy’s Car Wash has promoted themselves as “…proud to call middle Tennessee home.” They are a family owned and operated business and consider it their responsibility and privilege to give back to the community. Little did they know that an unfortunate opportunity to practice “giving back” was just around the corner.
On April 10, 2009, a tornado swept through Rutherford County leaving devastation, injury and even death in its path. When all was said and done, the EF-4 tornado with 166 to 200 miles per hour winds was 23.5 miles long and a half-mile wide at its widest point. It destroyed 81 houses and damaged over 800. Damage is estimated at more than $41 million. Over 80 people were injured and two were killed.
To assist the Rutherford County Community, Sudsy’s is giving $2 of every premium car wash through the end of April to the American Red Cross to aid in the relief efforts. Sudsy’s Car Wash… Helping Rutherford County One Car Wash at a Time!
Best Buy Partners with Read to Succeed
April 28, 2009
The local Best Buy, in the Avenue on Medical Center Parkway, is partnering with Read to Succeed. Operations Manager Jennifer Wallace tells WGNS News…
In the fall, Best Buy will also be donating approximately one-thousand dollars to Read to Succeed.
radKids class coming to La Vergne
April 28, 2009
The Police Athletic League will hold a radKids self empowerment class June 4 - 6 at the Multi-Purpose building by the ballfields behind City Hall, 5093 Murfreesboro Road in La Vergne.This is for kids 7 - 12.
For more information about this self defense class call and leave a message at 287-8730.
Support Local Businesses…Especially Tornado Victims
April 28, 2009
Premiere Six Cinema in Jackson Heights is back open! Rutherford County’s only locally owned theatre had been closed for almost a month to make repairs after an EF-1 tornado hit the area around 7:00 o’clock Saturday night, March 28th. Damaged stores on either side of the theatre are still being repaired, but the family owned movie house has made the needed repairs to five of its six theatres. One movie goer told WGNS, “I really enjoy Premiere Six. The food is much less expensive and the atmosphere is always relaxing.” They mentioned that their family was the only one watching the flick they went to see. Another patron said a family asked if this theatre was damaged by the bad storm on Good Friday? He told them, “No this was the tornado that came through about 2-weeks earlier.” The obvious out-of-town guest looked puzzled and quizzed, “Wow, I didn’t realize the area had that many twisters.” As you can see, the Premiere Six is creating an all new theatre look to the front of the structure. Check www.Premiere6.com
Harley show motorcycle burns…no problems with nitrous.
April 28, 2009
The Rutherford County Sheriffs Office received a 911 call from Gordon’s Market at 10:48 Tuesday morning (4/28/09). A customer’s truck set a grassy area on fire. As dispatch talked more with the truck owner, it was learned that he was transporting a valuable Harley Davidson show motorcycle. The main concern is that it had a nitrous oxide tank on the bike. This is a popular gas that when mixed with fuel, creates a more powerful combustion. Couple that with the fact the flaming vehicle was near gas pumps and it also had a tank of diesel fuel, emergency responders were very concerned. By 11:02 volunteer firefighters at the scene had the flames knocked-down. This was about the time the Special Operations Unit arrived. Gordon’s Market was completely shut-down and everyone was evacuated. Emergency responders reported there was diesel fuel on the parking area around the truck. Manchester Highway was closed at Gum Road from about a half-hour to allow the fire hose to cross the roadway and connect to a fire plug. There were no injuries, but the truck and the Harley show bike were a total loss.
E-Waste Recycling At LP Field May 14 and 15
April 28, 2009
Middle Tennessee State University has joined a Tennessee Board of Regents partnership with Tennessee State University, Austin Peay State University, Volunteer State Community College and the Tennessee Technology Center at Nashville in co-sponsoring an E-Waste Recycling Event Thursday, May 14, and Friday, May 15, at LP Field in Nashville. The service and trucks are being provided by Apple, Inc.
MTSU urges its friends and neighbors to use this is an opportunity to rescue an environment that is becoming more cluttered with the byproducts of progress and technology. Please visit http://www.mtsu.edu/ewaste to learn more about MTSU’s involvement in “green” issues.
On those designated days, trucks will be in Parking Lot D at LP Field for people to drop off their used and broken electronic equipment to be recycled. Thursday and Friday’s collection will be particularly earmarked for colleges, schools, government agencies, local businesses and non-profit organizations. Saturday, May 16, will be open to the general public.
Organizers want to make it clear that while these days are designated for particular groups, materials will be accepted from anyone at anytime throughout those three days.
LP Field is located at 1 Titans Way between exits 48 and 49 off of I-24. The stadium is easily accessible from either exit. To reiterate, the recycling drop-off area is in Parking Lot D.
Groups planning to drop off e-waste should register in advance for a drop-off date at the MTSU Web site above or at http://tennessee.poweron.com/p/register. The site also includes comprehensive details on the event.
Supreme Court denies former Barfield teacher’s appeal
April 28, 2009
Steven Fults appeal to Supreme Court is denied.
Here’s WGNS’ Julie Cobb with more.
Former Barfield teacher Steven Fults was sentenced to 45 years in prison for the rape of a former student. He was convicted of five counts of rape, sexual battery by an authority figure and seven counts of statutory rape. Fults appealed his case to the Supreme Court, claiming that he was not represented properly by his attorney and that female teachers who commit the same crime received a lesser sentence The Supreme Court announced Monday that they would not hear Fults’ appeal.
STOP THE TEXT
April 28, 2009
A ban on texting while driving a motor vehicle has passed the Tennessee House and moves to the Governor’s desk. A companion bill - sponsored by Senator Jim Tracy - passed the senate last week…
If the text ban is signed by Governor Bredesen, it will impose a $50-fine on those caught breaking the law.
Man Robbed on Vine Street
April 28, 2009
A man taking an early morning stroll down Vine Street at 4th Avenue was robbed. The 35-year old victim told police a white male grabbed him from behind while a black male rummaged through his pockets. The duo never showed the victim a weapon, but they did steal the victim’s wallet. The man told police the two men left the scene in a car being driven by a female. So far, no arrests have been made.
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