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Thursday, January 2nd, 2025

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Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Murfreesboro, TN, celebrates its first baby of 2025, Lennox Jeremiah Harris, marking a joyous start to the new year at Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital, renowned for its exceptional maternity care.  WGNS

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Niche's 2025 rankings highlight Hume Fogg Academic Magnet School in Nashville as the top public high school in Tennessee, followed by Central Magnet School and Ravenwood High School.  Rutherford County Source

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • A Tennessee law requiring age verification on social media sites was halted by a judge, citing First Amendment rights concerns.  FOX 17

HEALTH NEWS

  • The Tennessee Department of Health is offering free flu vaccines at county health departments statewide to encourage prevention during the flu season.  Rutherford County Source

SPORTS NEWS

  • Oakland's football team, led by Coach Kevin Creasy, clinched their fourth Class 6A title in five years, highlighting a successful 2024 sports year for Rutherford County.  Murfreesboro Post
  • Will Levis and Mason Rudolph will alternate as quarterbacks for the Tennessee Titans' final game of the season, presenting Levis with an opportunity to demonstrate his capabilities and potential future with the team.  The Daily News Journal

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Tribute Quartet Live Concert

    The Tribute Quartet will be performing live at the Murfreesboro Missionary Baptist church.

    Fri, 1/10/25

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  • Mikki Zip Live Performance

    Mikki Zip is set to perform live at Hank's Honky Tonk in Murfreesboro, providing an engaging musical experience for attendees.

    Sat, 1/11/25

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  • Mastering Social Media for Real Estate Professionals

    This event focuses on enhancing social media strategies specifically for realtors and small business owners to effectively reach their target audience.

    Wed, 1/15/25

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  • Olympus Classic Powerlifting Championship

    The Olympus Classic is a full powerlifting, push/pull, bench press, and deadlift championship taking place at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Murfreesboro, with all profits benefiting Shriners Children's.

    Sat, 1/18/25

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  • Middle Tennessee State Blue Raiders Women's Basketball vs. Sam Houston Bearkats

    The Middle Tennessee State Blue Raiders women's basketball team will compete against the Sam Houston Bearkats at the Murphy Athletic Center.

    Thu, 1/23/25

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  • Eastern Dreamers Concert

    Max Pachter and Evan deNicola, two Nashville musicians, perform 70s Folk and Americana with unique harmonies and storytelling.

    Fri, 1/24/25

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  • Pokémon League Gathering at Grand Adventures

    A Pokémon League event where fans can gather to play, trade, and earn prizes using their Pokémon cards and video games.

    Sat, 1/25/25

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  • Rhonda Funk Duo Live Performance

    Rhonda Funk, a celebrated singer-songwriter and 2022 USA Entertainer of the Year, will perform live at Puckett's in Murfreesboro, showcasing her acclaimed music.

    Fri, 1/31/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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