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Friday, April 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Rutherford County Farmers’ Market will open on May 9 at the Lane Agri-Park Community Center in Murfreesboro—marking its 50th anniversary—and will run every Tuesday and Friday from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. until October 31, with vendors offering fresh local goods produced by more than a dozen Middle Tennessee counties. WGNS
- ➤ Residents in Rutherford County have many events planned for Saturday, April 26. The schedule includes Boro BBQ Fest at Hop Springs Park in Murfreesboro, a Block Party and Touch-A-Truck event in La Vergne, Rutherford County’s Earth Day Celebration in Historic Downtown Square, Pioneer Days in Cannonsburgh Village, and the St. Jude Rock n’ Roll Running Series in Nashville. Rutherford County Source
- ➤ The 2nd Annual Cheesecake Festival will take place on Saturday, May 17 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at 315 John R Rice Blvd in Murfreesboro. The family-friendly event — featuring over 150 vendors, live entertainment, rides, a free petting zoo, and a public tasting cheesecake contest — will offer a free mini cheesecake and goodie bag to the first 200 adults and require $5 cash for parking. WGNS
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A serious injury crash involving a car and a motorcycle on S. Church Street at S. Rutherford Blvd left the road blocked and traffic delayed on April 24—first reported around 7:40 p.m. WGNS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rutherford County is planning new school construction as growth continues and borrowing costs rise, with Mayor Joe Carr saying the county’s strong bond rating—like a high credit score—helps secure competitive loans for major projects. County officials are reducing existing bonds and will raise employee pay for cost-of-living adjustments while keeping property taxes unchanged as the budget reaches $1-billion. WGNS
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ MTSU Colleges Against Cancer and the Service Learning in Health Promotion class are collecting household items and packaged snacks for Nashville Hope Lodge until Tuesday, April 29—donations can be dropped off at three campus locations. Students will deliver the donations and tour the Hope Lodge on May 1—Hope Lodge provides a free place for cancer patients and caregivers. Rutherford County Source
- ➤ Ascension Saint Thomas and Lifepoint Rehabilitation received state regulatory approval to build a new 40-bed inpatient rehab hospital on Kennedy Drive next to the Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford campus. Construction is scheduled to begin later this year — the facility will open in 2027 to offer intensive nursing, physical and occupational therapy, and speech pathology care for adults. WGNS
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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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Modern Calligraphy Workshop
6:00-7:30 p.m. — RSRVD Event Studio — Cost of materials included — Discover the art of modern calligraphy and create beautiful handwritten pieces.
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Murfreesboro City Schools Board Meeting
6-8 p.m. — Extended School Program — No cost — Attend the regular session of the Murfreesboro City Schools Board to discuss important educational matters.
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ICCCon 2025
10-11 a.m. — Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville SE Murfreesboro — Affordable entry — A celebration of sci-fi fandom with vintage and modern collectibles, guest stars, and engaging programming.
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27th Annual Heart of Tennessee USBC Mixed Tournament
8:30 a.m. & 12 p.m. — Murfreesboro Strike & Spare — Entry fees apply — Compete in this festive bowling tournament for mixed teams.
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Modern Calligraphy Workshop
6:00-7:30 p.m. — TailGate Brewery Murfreesboro — Ticketed event — Unleash your creativity with modern calligraphy in a relaxed brewery setting.
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Asian American Pacific Islander Celebration
10 AM – 5 PM — Discovery Center at Murfree Spring — Free entry — Celebrate cultural diversity with interactive exhibits and performances for the whole family.
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