Sunday, January 19th, 2025

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Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 19th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Murfreesboro Mayor Shane McFarland recognized Ronnie Johnson with the STAR award for his exemplary service in maintaining the city's cleanliness and strong work ethic. WGNS
- ➤ The Annual NAACP Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast in Murfreesboro, TN, sold out, highlighting community support and openness to all. WGNS
- ➤ Sgt. Dustin Cox was honored with the Jerry Anderson Hero Award by the NAACP-Murfreesboro Branch for his exceptional commitment to serving special needs and underserved children in Rutherford County Schools. WGNS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Stewarts Creek boys and girls basketball teams both secured victories against Smyrna in their first district meeting of the season, with the boys overturning a double-digit deficit to win 69-57 and the girls triumphing 50-27. Murfreesboro Post
- ➤ Middle Tennessee's men's basketball team faces off against Western Kentucky, aiming to extend their two-game win streak in a CUSA conference game. MTSU Sidelines
- ➤ Siegel's boys basketball team secured a significant district victory against Oakland with a 59-51 win, thanks to a strong rebounding performance and efficient shooting. Murfreesboro Post
- ➤ The Blackman Blaze dominated both the girls' and boys' district games against the Riverdale Warriors, with the girls winning 74-36 and the boys 54-26, showcasing strong performances and ending Riverdale's win streak. Murfreesboro Post
- ➤ MTSU defeated Western Kentucky 71-57 in a Conference USA basketball game, improving their record to 13-5. Murfreesboro Post
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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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