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Sunday, January 5th, 2025

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Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 5th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Murfreesboro Rotary Club commemorated its 105th anniversary with celebrations and achieving 100% Paul Harris Fellowship status, underlining a century-plus legacy of community service and impact in Rutherford County.  Rutherford County Source
  • Murfreesboro's Transportation Department provides detailed traffic flow predictions and road closure information due to construction and utility work through January 11, 2025.  WGNS
  • Rutherford County Fire-Rescue department tackled five fires in 48 hours, attributing the increase to winter heating system usage, with no injuries reported and all incidents deemed accidental.  WGNS

EDUCATION NEWS

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The daylighting of Town Creek, a key phase in the Historic Bottoms area development in Murfreesboro, is set to start in early 2025, aiming to improve water management and stimulate economic growth.  Rutherford County Source

SPORTS NEWS

  • Middle Tennessee's women's basketball team achieved a historic 31st consecutive conference win with a 69-41 victory over Liberty, showcasing standout performances from Ta’Mia Scott and Jalynn Gregory.  Murfreesboro Post
  • Middle Tennessee's men's basketball team faced their first conference loss of the season with a 73-63 defeat against Liberty Flames.  Murfreesboro Post

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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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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