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Thursday, June 19th, 2025

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Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of June.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Murfreesboro is replacing aging mid-century low-income housing near Patterson Community Center with new, colorful craftsman style homes (designed to boost neighborhood spirit). City leaders also will renew nearby Patterson Park with new playgrounds, a splash pad, and extra amenities (similar to earlier improvements near Oaklands Mansion).  WGNS

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Police say 44-year-old Sarah Parsons died after her Nissan Xterra left the road and struck a utility pole on Murfreesboro Pike at British Woods Drive Tuesday at 9:25 p.m.—she was taken to Vanderbilt University Medical Center.  NewsChannel 5

CRIME NEWS

  • Murfreesboro police arrested 19-year-old Elijah Millar on three weapon charges from incidents on June 16 and in April after he reportedly made suicidal statements at a West Murfreesboro home—detectives served a warrant with FBI help and he is held without bond with a hearing set for July 21.  Murfreesboro.com

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Tennessee Highway Patrol troopers and local law enforcement will set up a sobriety checkpoint Friday from 10 p.m. to midnight at U.S. Highway 231 North and Arnold Drive—Rutherford County Traffic Safety Task Force members will also check for impaired drivers.  Rutherford County Source
  • Rutherford County opened its new solid waste transfer station at 6000 Landfill Road on Tuesday, June 17th at 1 p.m. with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The 12,000 to 12,500 sq ft facility consolidates waste from homes and businesses before compacting it for trucks—its self-sustaining design uses tipping fees and a five-year renewable contract with Waste Management.  Murfreesboro.com

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sun, 6/22/25

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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.

    Sat, 6/28/25

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  • Vacation Bible School

    10 PM — Zoom — Contact for more info — A spiritually enriching online experience for the community.

    Mon, 6/30/25

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  • Rock 101 Music Camp

    9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — School of Rock — No cost information available — An engaging camp where budding musicians aged 7-12 explore instruments and perform at a concert.

    Mon, 7/7/25

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  • Anglers Retreat Community Overview

    7-9 p.m. — 1107 Sycamore Leaf Way, Murfreesboro, TN — Free entry — Explore the tranquil and luxurious homes of Anglers Retreat nestled in the historic Murfreesboro community.

    Sun, 7/13/25

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  • 2nd Annual Berry Festival

    10 AM – 2 PM — Hop Springs — $5 parking — Enjoy fresh produce, local vendors, and family-friendly fun at this berry celebration.

    Sat, 7/19/25

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