Morning
Murfreesboro
Monday, March 30th, 2026
Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 30th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, a local broadcast offers behind-the-scenes updates — including a shout out to Middle Tennessee Electric and news on a development project off Sam Ridley Parkway — and previews upcoming events like a downtown sip, shop and stroll plus an Easter egg hunt at Blackman High. Murfreesboro.com
- ➤ Downtown churches unite for Holy Week with shared noon services all week. Today, First Baptist Church at 200 East Main St. begins the tradition, and First Presbyterian, Central Christian, First Cumberland Presbyterian and St. Paul’s Episcopal follow—some hosting evening services at 6:30 p.m. WGNS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ TDOT has scheduled lane closures for ramp improvements, paving, and bridge repairs across Middle Tennessee starting March 29 but will suspend activity on interstates and state highways over the holiday weekend from 6:00 a.m. Apr. 2 to 6:00 p.m. Apr. 6 + local drivers should plan ahead. Rutherford County Source
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Vanderbilt swept Tennessee in the series finale on March 29 at Hawkins Field, winning 16-15 on a walk off grand slam by Tommy Goodin amid several late lead changes. The Daily News Journal
- ➤ MTSU men’s tennis team swept its doubleheader on Sunday by beating Tulane University and Tennessee State University at the Outdoor Tennis Complex, and the Blue Raiders will host Memphis on April 10 at 1 p.m. MTSU Sidelines
- ➤ Joakim Kemell scored his first NHL goal for the Predators on a unique play after being tripped on his way to the Tampa net. The 21-year-old rookie, who debuted last season and was recalled on March 6, has played in eight games this season. The Daily News Journal
- ➤ Residents can vote to honor a standout TSSAA girls athlete for March 23-29, with nominees including Kloe Kolb, Madison Davenport, Amare Moore, Camryn Brewer, Abby Dennis, Layla Mallory, Elizabeth Librero and Samya Sandifer — voting ends at 2 p.m. on April 2. The Daily News Journal
- ➤ Middle Tennessee's baseball team swept New Mexico State 9-6 on Sunday. The Blue Raiders recorded one extra-base hit to boost their record to 16-12 (CUSA play). WGNS
- ➤ Local sports fans can vote for the TSSAA boys athlete of the week for March 23-29 in Murfreesboro; the online poll closes at 2 p.m. on April 2 (nominees include athletes from area schools). The Daily News Journal
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April Fool's Day Painting Event
2-3:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — Paid reservation required — Create a whimsical hot dog painting in a fun, family-friendly environment.
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Line Dance Night
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Hop Springs — Free entry — Enjoy boot-stompin' good times with live music and line dance instruction.
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Distribution & Operations Conference
All day — Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville SE Murfreesboro — Cost not provided — Engage with industry experts and explore distribution operations strategies.
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Murfreesboro Football and Life Skills Camp
9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Rockvale High School Football Field — Registration required — Enhance athletic skills while gaining valuable life lessons in a supportive environment.
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School of Rock 1st Anniversary Bash!
1-7 p.m. — Hop Springs — Free — Celebrate the talent of student bands at an exciting anniversary event.
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