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Murfreesboro
Saturday, January 18th, 2025
Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Ronnie Johnson was recognized as a STAR recipient by Mayor Shane McFarland for his exceptional work in maintaining the cleanliness of Murfreesboro's streets, as applauded by his fellow employees. City of Murfreesboro
- ➤ Murfreesboro announces construction projects for January 19-25 including utility, storm drain, Google Fiber installations, overhead electrical work, and various road improvements under various conditions including lane closures and flagging operations. Rutherford County Source
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ John Sorace, an 87-year-old former Nashville police officer, is charged with reckless homicide following the shooting death of his wife in Murfreesboro. Murfreesboro Post
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ MTSU's Department of Art and Design introduces 'Concerns, Delusions, and Conspiracies,' a sculpture exhibition by Bert Gilbert and Steve Ward, running from January 21 to February 15, 2025, at Todd Art Gallery, encapsulating contemporary themes. Rutherford County Source
- ➤ The MTSU Jazz Artist Series continues on Feb. 6, featuring vocalist Sandra Dudley and members of MTSU Combo 1 at Hinton Music Hall, showcasing Nashville's jazz talents and offering educational opportunities. Murfreesboro.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Rutherford County Commission debated donating taxpayer funds to a school program, ultimately withdrawing the resolution after a donation covered the school's needs. FOX 17
- ➤ Murfreesboro City Council approves a $4.87 million construction contract to improve traffic flow and capacity at a key intersection near a new elementary school. WGNS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Mikki Zip Live at Hank's Honky Tonk
Mikki Zip will perform live at Hank's Honky Tonk, offering an evening of entertainment in Murfreesboro.
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