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Murfreesboro
Saturday, March 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today at 10:00 a.m., the Horizon Group is hosting a free Community Engagement Collaborative at the Patterson Community Center—located at 521 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd—to discuss housing, economic development and voting rights. The event will feature local leaders, including former City Councilman Ron Washington and a panel moderated by Dr. Gloria Bonner, and will include a Q&A session for public input. WGNS
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Forever 21 in Murfreesboro posted a sign that it will close soon with only 10 days left to shop at The Avenue Murfreesboro on Medical Center Parkway—local fans like Charlene Da Silva worry about finding similar fashionable clothes. The closure is part of a national bankruptcy filing that will see all U.S. stores shut down due to growing competition and economic challenges. The Daily News Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ MTSU’s Indian and Nepali Associations hosted a colorful Holi celebration at the Student Union Commons on March 19 where students tossed gulal and played with water hoses. The event celebrated spring’s arrival and the idea of good over evil — uniting the campus community. MTSU Sidelines
- ➤ Marie Dingle, a 101-year-old local who worked on B-17 bombers during World War II, now lives in Tennessee and recently flew in one of the planes she helped build. She said her secret to a long life is to never hold a grudge - a message that honors the legacy of women workers. FOX 17
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Murfreesboro City Schools honored the district’s 2024-2025 Teachers of the Year on March 18—recognizing Dr. Ashley Mushamba from Mitchell-Neilson Elementary and Hannah Bowe from Black Fox Elementary as well as awarding novice teacher Helen Belcher from Cason Lane Academy. Family, staff and principals attended the ceremony and the honorees will prepare for regional and state competitions for Tennessee Teacher of the Year. Murfreesboro Post
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Riverdale High School hosted the St. Baldrick's Brave the Shave event on March 21 at 2:00 p.m. to raise $20,000 for childhood cancer research as over 95 participants ranging in age from 6 to 70 shaved their heads or cut their hair in support of better treatments for young patients. WGNS
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The MTSU baseball team—known as the Blue Raiders—began conference play against Dallas Baptist on March 21 in Dallas. Coach Jerry Meyers said the team—boosted by returning key players—hopes to build on its 12-8 nonconference record as it faces a challenging schedule ahead. MTSU Sidelines
- ➤ On Friday, March 21, TSSAA boys basketball semifinal games were held at MTSU's Murphy Center — teams across Tennessee competed and advanced toward Saturday's championships scheduled for 4 p.m. in Class 3A and 6:30 p.m. in Class 4A. The Daily News Journal
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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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April Monthly Mixer
5:30-6:30 p.m. — Dapper Owl — Free entry — Connect with local creatives over coffee and conversations at this relaxed mixer.
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