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Millie Rodriguez’s quick actions saved Geneva McKnight’s life, who was having a heart attack.

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WSMV) - Sept. 1 was a normal day for Murfreesboro City Schools bus driver Millie Rodriguez.

Rodriguez, who’s been driving a bus since 2019 for the school system, says she went to lunch with her husband during her morning and afternoon routes. She decided that day she would go back to work early, a life-saving decision.

When she got to Hobgood Elementary, she saw her friend Geneva McKnight, who’s the school crossing guard. But McKnight was not in her usual parking spot — which alerted Millie to her car.

“I said Miss Geneva, how are you doing today,” Rodriguez recalled.

McKnight then got out of her car and headed for the school, with Rodriguez following close behind.

“She says, ‘Millie, I think I’m having a heart attack,’” Rodriguez said.

McKnight, who’s been a crossing guard at Hobgood since 1997, found herself in the hands of Rodriguez and the staff at the school.

“Millie had my right hand, and someone had my left hand, and I asked Millie to pray for me,” McKnight said.

McKnight was taken to the hospital, where doctors confirmed that she was having a heart attack. While she was kept in the hospital for a week, no more than three weeks later she was back on Baird Lane, making sure students crossed the street safely, all thanks to a now lifelong friend.

“I just thank God that he put her here,” McKnight said.

Rodriguez was recognized at the most recent Murfreesboro City School Board Meeting, which you can view here.

“[I’m] Proud of the work I do, proud of the person I am, but most importantly, you got to be proud of the difference you and I can make,” Rodriguez said.

McKnight, who’s 85 years old, has no plans to turn in her patrol uniform just yet. She says she has the most coveted crossing guard position in the system, and Rodriguez joked that she may want that job when she decides to retire from driving the bus.

“God put us together,” Rodriguez said. ‘Yes he did,” McKnight answered.

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CoAdvantage, a leader in human resource outsourcing, announces the opening of its new office in Murfreesboro, TN. With this new location, CoAdvantage continues to widen access to its SMB-focused HR services and create new employment opportunities in Tennessee.

MURFREESBORO, Tenn., Dec. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- CoAdvantage, a leading provider of strategic human resource solutions for small to mid-sized companies and one of the nation's largest privately held Professional Employer Organizations (PEOs), is pleased to announce the opening of its new office, located in Murfreesboro. This expansion is part of CoAdvantage's commitment to create jobs in the markets it serves and enhance the customer experience for businesses across the United States.

Wendell O. Davis, Regional Sales Manager at CoAdvantage, says, "The CoAdvantage Tennessee Team is dedicated to empowering businesses in our community, simplifying the complexities of HR one conversation at a time. Our tailored solutions allow companies to focus on their growth, while we handle the critical details behind the scenes."

Beyond creating new job opportunities, CoAdvantage's new Murfreesboro office will play a pivotal role in supporting the region's small business community. By offering localized expertise and professional human resource services, CoAdvantage empowers small- to mid-sized companies to streamline their HR processes and focus on growth. This can be a game-changer for businesses that are otherwise burdened by the complexities of payroll, benefits management, and regulatory compliance, helping them remain competitive in any economic environment.

With more efficient HR operations, local businesses will be better positioned to expand their workforce, offer attractive employee benefits, and foster a healthier work environment — all of which contribute to stronger business growth in Murfreesboro and the surrounding areas.

"Our clients count on us to deliver expertise and efficiency, and we're proud to be their trusted partner for success," says Davis.

The new offices will be home to growing teams who are well-versed in the unique challenges faced by small to mid-sized businesses in today's competitive market and deep HCM and HR tech experience. To learn more about career opportunities with CoAdvantage, in Murfreesboro and across the United States, visit Careers - CoAdvantage.

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Murfreesboro City Schools administrator Cathy Pressnell won 2024-25 Tennessee Supervisor of the Year recognition from the state.

Pressnell serves as coordinator of reading for grades 3-6 for the Murfreesboro district, according to a press release announcing her recognition from the Tennessee Department of Education.

"Cathy has created literacy plans that have directly improved classroom work and positively impacted student learning," the press release said. "She is a dedicated leader who encourages teacher development to ensure every student can successfully read and flourish in and outside of the classroom.

The Murfreesboro district that serves over 9,200 children from pre-K through sixth grade at 13 schools provided the following comment from Pressnell to The Daily News Journal in response to earning statewide recognition.

"It's an incredible honor to receive the Tennessee Supervisor of the Year award," Pressnell said.

"This recognition is a reflection of the incredible folks in Murfreesboro City Schools I have the privilege of working with every day. Their dedication, hard work, and passion inspire me to be better, and I'm grateful for all they do."

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Pressnell's comment further said leadership isn't about individual achievement.

"It's about fostering an environment where everyone ― leaders, teachers, and students ― can thrive and reach their full potential. Together, we've achieved so much, and I'm excited about the opportunity to spotlight the remarkable work happening in our district and state this year."

In addition to state recognition as a schools supervisor, Pressnell recently won a 2024 Celebrity Spelling Bee in November in Murfreesboro, district spokeswoman Lisa Trail confirmed.

The Murfreesboro district provided the following comment about Pressnell winning the state award from Sheri Arnette, assistant superintendent of curriculum and instruction

"Dr. Cathy Pressnell is so well-deserving of this award," Arnett said.

"She is a champion for student and teacher excellence. Not a week goes by that I have not received a shoutout from teachers and administrators around the importance and value of Cathy's Professional Learning sessions. She definitely pushes us all to be better leaders."

The district also offered the following comment about Pressnell from Murfreesboro Schools Director Trey Duke:

"Dr. Pressnell is a fierce advocate for public education, teacher development and giving every child the right to literacy," Duke said.

"She is an exemplary district-level leader whose work results it true academic outcomes from students. There is no doubt that her leadership has greatly contributed to the consistent year-over-year increases in literacy scores we have seen in MCS that has raised our proficiency to previously unreached levels."

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The press release from the Tennessee Department of Education included a comment praising Pressnell from the previous school year's Tennessee Supervisor of the Year winner, Arlette Robinson.

"Your dedication, leadership, and unwavering educational commitment have set you apart," Robinson said. "This recognition is a testament to your hard work and your positive impact on education. We are proud to celebrate your achievements.”

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Tennessee educator of the year winners

Source: Tennessee Department of Education