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Thursday, May 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Jasmine Nicole Vega-Yates, 18, has been reported missing from the Clarion Inn after her sister said she has not been heard from since May 19—a police report notes that her brother said she did not share her location over social media, she is 5'6 and 200 lbs, and she is now in the National Crime Information Center. FOX 17
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Middle Tennessee State University’s Board of Trustees will consider a proposal to raise undergraduate in-state tuition & fees on June 17. The proposal is open for public comment from May 23 until June 10 at 4:30 p.m. CDT as required by state law. Rutherford County Source
- ➤ On May 6, the YMCA of Middle Tennessee honored high school seniors and program alumni at the Achievers Scholarship Celebration held at the Joe C. Davis YMCA Outdoor Center. More than 150 people attended the event, which featured Nissan as the top corporate supporter—along with sponsors Clark Construction and Bass, Berry, Sims PLC—to help secure scholarships for students. Rutherford County Source
- ➤ MTSU’s Board of Trustees approved a procedure that may allow naming the new Student-Athlete Performance Center at Floyd Stadium this fall after reviewing a request from former Gov. Bill Haslam and former U.S. Rep. Bart Gordon to honor Chairman Stephen B. Smith and his wife, Denise. The board unanimously removed the current naming from the MTSU Baseball clubhouse — a university policy requirement as an individual cannot have more than one building named in their honor. WGNS
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center announced today that it will apply for a Certificate of Need to build a $19 million freestanding emergency room in Murfreesboro's Barfield community—designed to support growing demand for quality emergency care in southern Rutherford County. The facility will offer 11 treatment rooms, one trauma room, and advanced imaging services available 24/7. Murfreesboro.com
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Middle Tennessee’s women’s golf team signed local transfer Isabella Johnson to its 2025-26 roster, as announced Tuesday afternoon. The sophomore transferred from the University of Tennessee and was named the 2024 Tennessee Golf Association Girls’ Junior Player of the Year, a win that highlights her strong junior career in Murfreesboro. Murfreesboro Post
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ODP South Intra-Regional Combine
8:00 a.m. — Richard Siegel Soccer Complex — Registration fee may apply — Participate in a skill assessment and showcase for aspiring soccer athletes.
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Huge Stockpile Garage Sale
7 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Ashwood Cove Apartments — Bargain finds await — Discover treasures at this neighborhood garage sale in a family-friendly community.
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Summertime Make & Take Workshop
2-2:45 p.m. — Board & Brush Creative Studio - Murfreesboro — Pre-registration required — Create a beautiful home décor piece step-by-step with provided materials.
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Banana Pudding Festival
10 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Hop Springs — Free entry — Indulge in delicious banana pudding flavors at this sweet community celebration.
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The Taste Food Festival
11 AM – 4 PM — Patterson Park Community Center — Admission varies — A vibrant community celebration featuring food tastings, live music, and local vendors.
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Open House at 1422 Rebecca Johns Drive
7-9 p.m. — 1422 Rebecca Johns Drive, Murfreesboro, TN — Free entry — Explore a beautiful newly updated townhome in a gated community with access to wonderful amenities.
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Titus2Talks: Women's Relationship Forum
11 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Linebaugh Public Library — Free entry — Engage in meaningful discussions and insights about romantic relationships over food and conversation.
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