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Wednesday, June 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Middle Tennessee Electric’s Lineman Rodeo Team won 17 awards at the Tennessee Valley Lineman Rodeo held last weekend at Williamson Family Farm in Murfreesboro — the event saw nearly 250 competitors and raised $6,865 for Line Brother’s Keeper, with top finishes by Branson Hammrich and Mike Diggs. Rutherford County Source
- ➤ Middle Tennessee Electric’s linemen won 17 awards at the Tennessee Valley Lineman Rodeo held at Williamson Family Farm in Murfreesboro on May 30-31, showing their skill and commitment to safety. MTE hosted a golf tournament that raised $6,865 for Line Brother’s Keeper—helping injured lineworkers—and top competitors included Branson Hammrich and Mike Diggs. Murfreesboro.com
- ➤ The Great Tennessee Airshow will take place at Smyrna Airport this Saturday and Sunday and will feature aerobatic displays, static aircraft exhibits, and family activities — tickets are sold exclusively online with general parking free while some local roads and Lee Victory Park will be closed for traffic control. WGNS
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ TBI agents arrested Quinn Rodriguez, a Rutherford County assistant district attorney, on Tuesday after an investigation found he hit a woman and waved a gun at her—charging him with two counts of domestic assault and two counts of aggravated assault while booking him on a $10,000 bond. FOX 17
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ MTSU won national recognition for its archaeology awareness poster after earning top honors in the 2025 contest held by the Society for American Archaeology. The project was led by Paul Eubanks & Noel Lorson and featured Pinson Mounds to highlight Tennessee's archaeological legacy. WGNS
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ MTSU’s Board of Trustees Finance and Personnel Committee proposed a $97.50 fee increase on May 20 to help fund Athletics and make the Murphy Center ADA compliant—student leaders said they were not consulted and the board will vote on the proposal June 17. The student government noted similar concerns from 2023 and urged for more transparency in future decisions. MTSU Sidelines
- ➤ Nine graduating senior cadets from MTSU's Military Science program were commissioned as U.S. Army second lieutenants in a ceremony at Keathley University Theater, where Army Lt. Col. Arlin Wilsher (the MTSU professor) administered the Army Oath and Army Col. Bobby Rominger delivered an inspirational sendoff as family, friends, Blue Raider Battalion members and faculty attended. Murfreesboro.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Murfreesboro has launched a Legacy Recognition Program to honor retired city employees who served at least 20 consecutive years or 30 combined years, and residents may nominate candidates until August 1; up to six honorees will be inducted as City Legacies at a ceremony held at City Hall’s Rotunda—where their contributions will be displayed. WGNS
- ➤ Governor Bill Lee signed Senate Bill 741 on June 3 to criminalize the use of AI for creating child sexual abuse images. The law will take effect July 1—making possession a felony to protect children from exploitation. WGNS
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The latest health inspections released the lowest food scores for Rutherford County establishments between May 27 and June 3. King Noodles Thai Restaurant and Big Daddy's Handlebar had their scores on May 30 and June 2 respectively. Rutherford County Source
SHOP NEWS
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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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Vacation Bible School
10 PM — Zoom — Contact for more info — A spiritually enriching online experience for the community.
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