Morning
Murfreesboro
Monday, March 31st, 2025
Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 31st of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A Middle Tennessee company, The Magic Dog Bus, is hiring a dog bus driver to pick up and drop off dogs in Mount Juliet with service running every weekday. The chosen candidate must be enthusiastic and available for early morning and late afternoon routes plus will receive on-the-job safety training. NewsChannel 5
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Murfreesboro Punk Rock Flea Market will be held Saturday, April 5 from 12 PM — 10 PM at Hop Springs on John Bragg Hwy, drawing over 100 vendors, food trucks, and local punk bands to energize the area. Rutherford County Source
- ➤ On March 29, the MTSU Cosplay Club held its spring semi-formal at the James Union Ballroom where students danced, showcased creative costumes, and enjoyed a silent auction and raffles. The club has grown to nearly 40 members and an active online community and will host more events — a sign of its commitment to a safe space for self-expression. MTSU Sidelines
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On March 27, the General Assembly passed House Bill 793 in an 11-7 vote that lets school districts choose to either educate undocumented K-12 students or require paid tuition (if free education is denied). Lawmakers said the change may spark legal challenges and risk federal funding for schools. MTSU Sidelines
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rutherford County opened its new Public Health and Safety buildings as storm shelters on Sunday night, March 30 at 10:30 p.m. in response to a Tornado Watch that remained until 3:00 a.m.—the four sites in Readyville, Lascassas, Rockvale, and Walter Hill offered safe options for residents, county officials said. WGNS
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Middle Tennessee State's outfielder Nathan Brewer hit two home runs and recorded four RBIs in Friday's 12-8 win against FIU, marking his first career multi-home run game though the Blue Raiders lost the series 2-1. MTSU will host Lipscomb Tuesday at 6 p.m.—the team will look to improve its record in the next series. Murfreesboro Post
- ➤ Santa Fe’s Auden Slaughter, named the Basketball Coaches Association of Tennessee’s Class 1A Player of the Year, scored 18 points & grabbed 9 rebounds in Saturday's BCAT All-Star Game at Ravenwood as Team Tipps won 93-67 over Team Starks & added to his career total of 3,589 points, the highest in 60 years. Murfreesboro Post
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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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Modern Calligraphy Workshop
10:00-11:30 a.m. — The Soda Bar by Van Horns Cookies — Ticket required — Unleash your inner artist with a beginner-friendly modern calligraphy class.
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