You’re reading a story from Sidelines 100, a project showcasing a century of student storytelling at Middle Tennessee State University. Sidelines 100 plans to highlight 100 stories from the newspaper archives this fall and spring. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay on top of all things Sidelines 100. In an October court appearance, Madden plead not guilty to charges of first-degree murder and tampering with evidence. To contact the Sidelines 100 editor, email sidelines100@mtsusidelines.com.