Columbia Daily Herald

The Daily Herald is a daily newspaper based in Columbia, Tennessee, published six days a week from Sunday to Friday, with no edition released on Saturday. While its main focus is on Maury County, Tennessee, the newspaper's reach extends into five counties in Southern Middle Tennessee. The distribution area includes Maury County, as well as Marshall County, Lewis County, and the northern sections of both Giles County and Lawrence County in Tennessee.

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Riverdale vs. Oakland baseball: Our best photographs

2 days ago | columbiadailyherald.com | Helen Comer

Helen ComerRiverdale's Noah George (3) slides safely into home during a baseball game against Oakland at Riverdale, on Tuesday, April 22, 2025. HELEN COMER/The Daily News JournalOakland's pitcher Patrick Freeman (18) pitches against Riverdale during a baseball game at Riverdale, on Tuesday, April 22, 2025.
Earth Day 2025: When did it start and who founded the day of celebration for environmental protection

3 days ago | columbiadailyherald.com | Jordan Green

Earth Day is an annual event celebrated globally on April 22nd to promote environmental protection and awareness. The 2025 theme, "Our Power, Our Planet," focuses on promoting renewable energy and clean electricity by 2030. First celebrated in 1970, Earth Day was founded by Senator Gaylord Nelson, Congressman Pete McCloskey, and activist Denis Hayes. Earth Day is an annual celebration to promote environmental protection and awareness.
Spring stars: Vote for the Nashville area TSSAA girls lacrosse player of the year at midseason

1 week ago | columbiadailyherald.com | George Robinson

After taking a look at the top TSSAA girls lacrosse players at midseason in the Nashville area, now you can vote to see who is the girls lacrosse player of the year in Middle Tennessee at midseason. Statistics are from games played through April 9. The poll will close at noon on April 21. Here are the candidates. Marlowe Convery, Franklin: The midfielder led Franklin with 38 goals, 12 assists and has 31 draw wins. Abigail Ellis, Father Ryan: Ellis had 22 goals, 12 assists and 37 draw controls.
Championship veterans: Vote for the TSSAA boys lacrosse player of the year at midseason in Nashville

1 week ago | columbiadailyherald.com | George Robinson

It's voting time in Middle Tennessee for TSSAA boys lacrosse as we've moved into the second half of the season. You can vote now for the player of the year in the Nashville area at midseason. Statistics are from games played through April 9. The poll closes at noon April 21. Here are the candidates. Jonathan Drobny, Centennial: Drobny was averaging 9.2 saves per game and had 193 saves total. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle.
Goal scorers and defenders: Vote for the TSSAA boys soccer player of the year at midseason in Nashville

1 week ago | columbiadailyherald.com | George Robinson

We're on the back side of the TSSAA boys soccer season but The Tennessean has identified some of the top Nashville area players at midseason. Now it's your turn to decide who you think should be the midseason player of the year. Vote now before the poll closes at noon on Sunday. Offensive statistics are from games played through April 8. Here are the candidates. Khalil Arman, Riverdale: Arman led the Warriors with 10 goals and three assists. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle.
Why TSSAA football coaches find navigating college recruiting tougher in transfer portal era

1 week ago | columbiadailyherald.com | Cecil Joyce

The transfer portal era in college football has altered the recruiting landscape, making it more challenging for high school players to secure spots on rosters. High school coaches have taken on advisory roles, helping players navigate the complexities of the transfer portal and manage expectations. The transfer portal, coupled with extra eligibility rules, has led to fewer roster spots for incoming freshmen at top programs.
Marina Mason strikes out 17 for Brentwood in Nashville girls' Week 7 top performers

1 week ago | columbiadailyherald.com | George Robinson |Harrison Campbell |Jonathan Cox

George Robinson Harrison Campbell Jonathan CoxNashville TennesseanAs Tennessee high school spring sports continue rolling toward the postseason, here are the top TSSAA girls performers from the Nashville area in Week 7. TuesdaySoftballChiari Batey, Antioch: Batey was 2-for-2 with a double and two RBIs in a 10-3 loss to McGavock. Lauren Atkins, BGA: Atkins was 2-for-3 with an RBI in a 9-2 win over Grace Christian. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle.
Vote for the Columbia area's top TSSAA softball player at midseason

1 week ago | columbiadailyherald.com | Harrison Campbell

As the Tennessee high school softball season entered its latter half, The Daily Herald featured the area's top players through five weeks of action. Now it's time to make your pick for the Columbia area's top TSSAA softball player at midseason. Nominees are listed below, with midseason statistics provided by coaches. Anna Brewer, Columbia Academy: The Stanford signee has 78 strikeouts in 46.1 innings with a 1.60 ERA. At the plate she's hitting .500 with nine RBIs, five doubles and a home run.
Tax Day 2025: Here are the restaurants offering meal deals for the tax holiday

1 week ago | columbiadailyherald.com | Jordan Green

Several restaurants are offering deals and discounts for Tax Day 2025. Krispy Kreme offers a second dozen original glazed doughnuts for the price of the sales tax with the purchase of a dozen. Smoothie King rewards members get $3 off $15 purchases and $4 off $20 purchases. Tax Day is nearly here and several restaurants in Tennessee have found a way to give tax payers a break. Wednesday, April 15, is Tax Day, which means tax returns should be completed by then unless an extension is requested.
The week in politics: Moral or fiscal debate? GOP lawmakers disagree over immigration law

2 weeks ago | columbiadailyherald.com | Melissa Brown |Vivian Jones

As lawmakers debate whether school districts should be able to bar attendance or charge tuition for undocumented students, a key element of the controversy is whether the bill would “hold hostage” or “punish” children who lack the capacity to intentionally break the law. Republican supporters of the bill have labeled that claim a “false narrative,” asserting the legislation punishes undocumented parents alone, by making them financially responsible for educating their child.