PAWS 30/30

The holidays are over and that feeling of seasonal charity slowly fades, but the Rutherford County Pet Adoption and Welfare Services is giving you a chance to help yourself and another by adopting a hard to adopt animal. In many cases these are older abandoned animals or ones with special needs. Keep that warm feeling going by helping a furry friend find a safe and loving home.

The four legged friends at Rutherford County Pet Adoption and Welfare Services are excited to announce a new 30/30 program for adoptable pets. Any dog or cat that has been in the shelter for 30 or more days will have their adoption fee reduced by $30. “Just because I have been in the shelter for a longer period of time, does not mean that I am any less deserving of a loving, forever home,” states Chance, a four year old Walker Coonhound located in Kennel D21. Chance entered the shelter as a stray and has been searching for his new home. Chance goes on to say, “While I have enjoyed my time here at PAWS and appreciate the care I have received, I am ready to meet my new family and open up kennel space for another deserving animal. The staff at PAWS is excited that some of my kennel mates have been recently adopted and would love to see more animals adopted through this exciting new program.” 

Rutherford County Pet Adoption and Welfare Services is located at 285 John R. Rice Blvd, Murfreesboro. Their hours for adoption are 12-5:30 Monday-Friday and 11-1:30. On Saturdays. They can be reached at 615-898-7740.

Music on the Hill this Friday

Are they crazy? Maybe it should be called "possible frostbite on the hill"....or "watch the polar bears consume the kids..on the hill"...but I figure if they want to put on a music production for you, then I should let you know about it.

Music on the Hill 

presented by Smyrna Parks and Recreation 

Friday, January 25th 6:30pm - 9:00pm 

Hilltop-Rosenwald Community Building
565 Mason Tucker Drive 

Admission $3.00  

Music on the Hill will feature Carpe Artista Artists Geoff Butterworth, Ron Alley, and Brian Nelson of BAN'd performing soft rock hits of the 70"s Enjoy pizza, snacks, soft drinks and live music.  

Contact Monty Perkins, 615-459-9742 ext. 2612
sponosored by US Bank

The SPD needs your help

The Smyrna Police Department is requesting the public’s help in locating a suspect on counterfeit money.  On January 11th  at approximately 2:50 PM an Asian or light skinned black male entered the GNC store located at 801 Industrial Blvd in Smyrna. He made an eight dollar purchase and paid with a counterfeit $50.00 bill. He left the store and returned within a couple of minutes and got change for another $50.00 bill which was also counterfeit. The same male also went into the Game stop and Dress Barn in the same shopping center and attempted to get change, he was unsuccessful at those locations. This male is said to be in his 20’s, 5’10/180. If anyone knows the identity of this individual please contact Detective Allan Nabours with the Smyrna Police Department at phone number (615) 459-6644.

Sadly most 'smart' criminals do not do crimes near where they live, so I suspect in the future an Antioch or M'boro resident might be arrested for this crime. Even with that in mind, you might know them somehow and with that knowledge you could help a local store find justice.

Sheriff's Citizen Academy

Some of our readers might be interested in this.

Rutherford County Sheriff's Office
We still have a few more positions open for the Sheriff's Citizens Academy that begins Tuesday, Jan. 29 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. for 15 consecutive weeks at the sheriff's office at 940 New Salem Highway in Murfreesboro. Citizens who are interested may contact the Community Services Unit at 904-3019 for an application. Topics include legal issues, gangs, patrol functions, narcotics and more. The class is free. The class is designed to better educate citizens about the roles and responsibilities of the sheriff's office.

Local Job Fair

A local job fair is planned for Murfreesboro. While it is not Smyrna, it is close enough that you might be interested. Share this if you have friends that might need this opportunity.

Hiring Event with Automation Personnel Services  

Date: 1/10/2013 TO 1/10/3013 

Time: 9:00 AM TO 2:00 PM  

710 Memorial Blvd Murfreesboro, TN 37129  

Phone: 615-898-1887  

Event Description: Goodwill Career Solutions is hosting a Hiring Event for Automation Personnel Services Thursday, January 10, 2013 9am-2pm 710 Memorial Blvd., Suite 210 Murfreesboro, TN 37129 Start immediately! Automation Personnel Services is seeking light industrial workers to fill various needs in warehousing, quality inspection and forklift operation. Bring your resume, photo ID, and Social Security Card or birth certificate. Dress for Success! Be prepared to complete job applications and to interview. Drug screen and background check are required. For more information, please call 615-898-1887. Directions: Goodwill Career Solutions 710 Memorial Blvd, Suite 210 Murfreesboro, TN 37129

Mobile Health Unit for January

The Mobile Health Unit Collaborative is a reflection of MTMC's Mission which calls us to "improve the health of individuals and communities" and to have "special attention to the poor and the vulnerable." This Collaborative effort helps achieve access to health care, helping overcome barriers and obstacles. MTMC, as a faith-based institution, is motivated by the principles of Human Dignity and the Common Good. These same principles are shared by our collaborative partners: The Guidance Center, Primary Care & Hope Clinic, Saint Thomas Corporate and Community Medicine, and Saint Thomas Emergency Services and Event Medicine. The Mobile Health Unit is in service four days per week. We are available to serve during these hours of operation, and we are happy to answer questions at any time.

Primary Care & Hope Clinic 

Tuesday, 8th: Smyrna Middle, 8 - 3 

Tuesday, 15th: Smyrna Middle, 8 - 3

Tuesday, 22nd: Smyrna Middle, 8 - 3

Tuesday, 29th: LaVergne Middle, 8 - 3

The Guidance Center

Thursday, 10th: Wherry Housing, 8 - 12

Thursday, 31st: Smyrna Middle, 8 - 12