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Tuesday, April 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, April 12, the Rutherford County Agriculture Community will host Adventures in Agriculture at Lane Agri-Park on John R. Rice Boulevard in Murfreesboro from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.—a free event where families enjoy hands-on farming, live animal exhibits, and food displays—and volunteers will collect food donations to support the local Backpack Program and Food Bank. WGNS
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Trader Joe’s will open its first Murfreesboro store on Thursday at 8 a.m. with a brief ribbon cutting near The Avenue Murfreesboro shopping center at 2305 Medical Center Parkway by Robert Rose Drive—local TDK Construction built the 9,400-square-foot store, which will hire 65 new crew members at pay rates from $14 to $17 per hour as the chain’s seventh location in Tennessee. The Daily News Journal
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Tennessee now has the third-lowest gas prices nationwide as the statewide average for regular unleaded reached $2.79 as of Monday—Rutherford County drivers are paying about $2.70 while Bedford County leads with $2.64, and other counties range up to $3.18. AAA said that a one-cent rise over the past week may reverse if crude oil prices drop further. WGNS
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Johnsonville, LLC has recalled over 22,000 pounds of cheddar bratwurst made on February 5 because hard plastic was found in the 19-oz packages—consumers are told to throw away or return the product to the store. Tennessee is one of ten states where the recalled product may still be in freezers and no injuries have been reported. FOX 17
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Middle Tennessee football program will host the free Blue Raider Showcase presented by MMC at Floyd Stadium on April 12 at 2 p.m. to celebrate the end of spring practice—fans can get autographs beginning at 1:20 p.m. Rutherford County Source
- ➤ Murfreesboro area voters are invited to choose the top TSSAA boys basketball player for the 2024-25 season—nominees include players from Blackman's, Eagleville, La Vergne, PCA, Rockvale, Siegel and Stewarts Creek. The poll will close at noon Friday. The Daily News Journal
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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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