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Murfreesboro
Tuesday, January 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ About 450 people in Murfreesboro, TN, participated in the annual MLK March to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy, despite cold weather, demonstrating the community's commitment to his ideals. WGNS
- ➤ Sgt. Dustin Cox was awarded the Jerry Anderson Hero Award by the NAACP-Murfreesboro Branch for his exceptional service and care for special needs and underserved children. Rutherford County Source
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An 87-year-old former assistant police chief was arrested in Murfreesboro, TN, charged with reckless homicide following the death of his wife. WGNS
- ➤ A Rutherford County resident received a scam email threatening to release footage of them watching adult content unless they paid $2,000, but the resident reported the scam to the Sheriff's Office. WGNS
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Murfreesboro City Schools is set to hold a job fair on February 8, 2025, offering teaching and support staff positions for the 2025-2026 school year. Murfreesboro.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Murfreesboro City Council approves a $4.865 million contract with Hawkins & Price, LLC for intersection improvements near a new elementary school to alleviate congestion. Murfreesboro.com
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Middle Tennessee defeated Western Kentucky 71-57, with a standout second-half performance and dominating defense, maintaining a top position in the Conference USA standings. Rutherford County Source
- ➤ Middle Tennessee State University's spring athletics spotlight includes men's tennis aiming for a sixth straight Conference USA title, women's basketball's recent conference win streak halt, and the baseball team's quest for improved pitching. MTSU Sidelines
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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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Free Basic Digital Literacy Class in Murfreesboro
Goodwill Career Solutions is offering a free class to enhance digital literacy skills at their Murfreesboro center.
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