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Murfreesboro
Saturday, April 5th, 2025
Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rutherford County PAWS will host its annual western themed Dog Gone Adoption Event on April 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 285 John R Rice Blvd to help shelter pets find new homes. All adoptable pets are spayed or neutered and up-to-date on vaccinations. Rutherford County Source
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Murfreesboro Police Department’s Real Time Crime Center used gunshot detection sensors—without 911 calls—to arrest three suspects in two shooting incidents on March 17 and March 28; the 19-year-old suspect was caught on Lee Street after a shot fired at a pickup truck during a disputed PlayStation 5 sale while two motorcyclists were detained at a business parking lot on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard following a car show. City of Murfreesboro
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Finnish American photographer Arno Rafael Minkkinen displayed his exhibit 'What Happens Inside Your Mind Can Happen Inside A Camera' at MTSU’s Baldwin Photographic Gallery on April 2—he then gave a 90-minute talk on his long career and creative process—drawing local interest from photography students and art fans. MTSU Sidelines
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Since April 2, MTSU Department of Economics celebrated Financial Literacy Month with games, keynote speakers and up to $10,000 in financial aid awards, and the program will continue until April 16 with a video challenge open until April 21—designed to help students learn about personal finance and investing. MTSU Sidelines
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, residents can safely dispose of hazardous household items at a free collection event organized by the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation at the City of Murfreesboro Solid Waste Department, 4765 Florence Road — the event runs from 8:00 a.m. to noon. Acceptable items include cleaning fluids, pesticides, aerosols, adhesives, brake fluid, pool chemicals, paint thinner, batteries, and mercury thermometers — paint and electronic waste will not be accepted. WGNS
- ➤ Republic Services hosted a town hall meeting in Murfreesboro to discuss the future of the Middle Point Landfill—residents voiced concerns about landfill capacity and environmental impact while asking questions about proposed changes. The company explained its plans and next steps to address the community’s feedback. Murfreesboro.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Murfreesboro held a groundbreaking ceremony on March 28 for a long-planned Veterans Park that spans 150 acres and offers a playground, four pavilions, pickleball courts and a walking trail network — city leaders noted the cost dropped from the expected $20 million to $16.5 million. Murfreesboro Post
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Last year's federal attempt to ban interscholastic archery backfired in Murfreesboro when over 1,900 young archers from 97 schools competed in a state tournament—growing from 12 schools in 2004—under the guidance of certified TWRA instructors. Murfreesboro Post
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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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Dustin Lee Martin Live Performance
9 PM – 3 AM — Bullseye Sports Bar — Cover charge details not specified — Enjoy swampy rock and country vibes in a cozy local setting.
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