Morning
Murfreesboro
Thursday, March 20th, 2025
Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Construction is in progress for Murfreesboro’s first In-N-Out Burger near Clari Park on Medical Center Parkway—expected to take eight to nine months to complete. The new restaurant will initially hire about 50 workers—applications will begin four to six weeks before it opens. The Daily News Journal
- ➤ Dollar General announced that nearly 100 stores and 45 Popshelf stores will close in the first quarter of 2025 — the company said six Popshelf locations will convert to Dollar General stores but did not specify which ones. Tennessee shoppers may see changes as the retailer has hundreds of Dollar General outlets and 11 Popshelf locations in the state. The Daily News Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On March 18, a road rage incident on Northwest Broad Street escalated when a silver Honda Odyssey driver smashed a white Dodge Ram’s windows and rammed it at a traffic light—he later disturbed TriStar Stone Crest Hospital while taking a passenger for treatment and was arrested by Smyrna police as the Dodge driver suffered a hand injury. Murfreesboro.com
- ➤ On March 19, Murfreesboro Police reported that a silver Honda Odyssey driver got into a road rage incident on Northwest Broad Street—he smashed a white Dodge Ram's window, taillight, and mirror then rammed the truck before fleeing—and he was later arrested outside TriStar Stone Crest Hospital and charged with aggravated assault and felony vandalism while further charges for the Dodge driver remain pending. Rutherford County Source
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Scholars Day was held at the MTSU Science Building on March 18 with a poster contest where students from the College of Basic and Applied Sciences showed their research (categories: undergraduate, master, doctoral) and networked with faculty mentors. Winners included a student studying early Alzheimer’s detection and another who developed a cheaper method to test cannabis-related compounds. MTSU Sidelines
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A potential measles case was reported at Currey Ingram Academy — officials said in a community letter that the case remains unconfirmed. NewsChannel 5
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today at MTSU’s Murphy Center the TSSAA boys basketball state tournament features Class 3A and 4A quarterfinal games after Class 1A and 2A rounds played March 19. Local stations are airing the games + fans can look forward to Friday semifinals and Saturday championships. The Daily News Journal
- ➤ The Middle Tennessee men's basketball season ended Tuesday night in the NIT first round as the team lost to Chattanooga 109-103 in triple overtime. The game marked the program's fifth triple overtime contest — Mostafa tied his career high with 30 points and Weston set a new record with 31. Rutherford County Source
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Krista Lynn Meadow Concert
Krista Lynn Meadow will perform live at MJ's Sports Bar and Grill in Murfreesboro.
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Krista Lynn Meadow Live Concert
Krista Lynn Meadow will perform live at MJ's Sports Bar and Grill in Murfreesboro.
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MicroMania Midget Wrestling in Murfreesboro, TN
MicroMania Midget Wrestling will take place at Seasons of Murfreesboro, featuring an array of wrestling entertainment.
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Modern Calligraphy Workshop at Tailgate Brewery
This workshop offers beginners the chance to learn modern calligraphy techniques using a pointed dip pen and ink, suitable for various creative enthusiasts.
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Nick Ray Concert
7-11 p.m. | Boro Bourbon & Brews | Ticket required | Enjoy an evening of live music with Nick Ray in Murfreesboro.
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Virtual Tour of Creekside Assisted Living
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. | Creekside at Three Rivers Assisted Living | Free entry | Explore our award-winning senior living community and enjoy guided tours highlighting exceptional care and dining.
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Brandt Carmichael Concert
5-11 p.m. — Bumpus Harley-Davidson of Murfreesboro — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening with live music from Brandt Carmichael at a local venue.
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AFL Grappling II
9 AM – 3 PM — Grand Station — Compete for AGOGE GRAPPLING SERIES medals in a showcase for grapplers of all skill levels and ages.
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Modern Calligraphy Workshop for Beginners
6:00 – 7:30 PM — RSRVD Event Studio — Ticket required — Explore the art of modern calligraphy and take home your own beginner's kit.
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Fifth Annual Heroes & Villains Crafts Show
10 AM – 5 PM — Grand Station — Free entry — Explore a variety of local handcrafted items and enjoy themed contests and games at this vibrant craft show.
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