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Thursday, June 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of June.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Three new 2025 pickup trucks—the Toyota Tacoma, Honda Ridgeline, and Chevrolet Silverado—offer reliable off-road performance and daily driving comfort for Tennesseans planning outdoor adventures this summer. The Tacoma starts at $31,590, the Ridgeline at $40,150, and the Silverado at $37,000, giving buyers different options for capability and affordability. The Daily News Journal
- ➤ Bridgestone said its La Vergne tire plant in Rutherford County will close on July 31, costing 658 jobs—this WARN notice confirms the move as part of a business optimization plan with further corporate layoffs possible. The Daily News Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, TBI agents arrested assistant district attorney Quinn Rodriguez in Rutherford County after investigating allegations he assaulted a woman multiple times—he faces two counts of domestic assault and two counts of aggravated assault and was booked on a $10,000 bond. Rutherford County Source
- ➤ A Murfreesboro man convicted of child rape and aggravated sexual battery, 63-year-old Andre Lenoir, was sentenced to 52 years in prison by Judge Barry Tidwell—his sentence came after a trial where the victim’s mother testified about the abuse her daughter endured. The Daily News Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Great Tennessee Airshow will take place in Smyrna this weekend from Saturday, June 7th through Sunday, June 8th—organizers say the event will feature the U.S. Navy Blue Angels and use only online ticket sales with vendors accepting credit and debit cards. NewsChannel 5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rutherford County Mayor Joe Carr responded to a Comptroller memo from June 2 that reported an 11.3% error rate in property assessments, more than twice the allowed limit. The state will take over the Property Assessor’s Office immediately — Carr said his office is cooperating with state officials after whistleblowers raised concerns in 2023. WGNS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Friendship Christian School senior Braden Gillespie, who won the tournament last year, is competing at McCabe Golf Course in the ongoing Schooldays Tournament running from June 4 to 6. Gillespie said his game improved after switching coaches and he now has a chance to become the first repeat champion since Kevin Lee—an achievement not seen since 2012 and 2013. The Daily News Journal
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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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