Morning
Murfreesboro
Thursday, March 27th, 2025
Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Foundation will host its 18th Annual Rutherford Society Gala at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 29 at the Stones River Country Club, featuring keynote speaker Inky Johnson and honoring donors who contributed $1,000 or more—Susan and Lee Moss will receive the Dr. Liz Rhea Philanthropist Award while the Murfreesboro Anesthesia Group will be honored with the Physician Champion Award. WGNS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Veterans Park will have its official groundbreaking tomorrow at 10 a.m.—the 150-acre park off Interstate 840 and Veterans Parkway will include walking trails, a playground, pavilions, pickleball courts, and an outdoor event area. City officials including Mayor Shane McFarland, the City Council, and the Parks and Recreation Commission will be on site to mark the start of the project. Rutherford County Source
- ➤ For the first time, Tennessee's state budget includes $20 million over the next two years for victim services — a change that advocates say will help support all crime survivors. Jennifer Escue of the Tennessee Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence said the funding will cover services like therapy and shelter without depending on federal money — a necessary shift after recent national cuts. NewsChannel 5
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Tennessee Department of Health reported the state’s fifth pediatric flu death during a season that began Oct 1 — CDC data from the week ending March 15 showed 151 pediatric deaths nationwide and high flu activity in the Memphis/Shelby metro area. FOX 17
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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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You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown
7-9 p.m. — Walnut House Event Venue & Recording Studios — Admission with a minimal service fee — Experience the heartwarming musical that brings Charlie Brown and friends to life on stage.
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Euchre Tournament at McAlister's
11:45 a.m. — McAlister's Deli — No entry fee — Gather for a friendly euchre tournament with a chance to make lifelong friends.
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