Monday, July 7th, 2025

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Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 7th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, August 12 from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Wawa will hold a ceremony at 5109 Veterans Pkwy as it starts building a new convenience store and gas station in Murfreesboro. The company is growing in Middle Tennessee and has not given details on when construction will finish or when it will open—residents can share their favorite Wawa memories to get a chance to be a VIP at the event. Rutherford County Source
- ➤ Insomnia Cookies opened its first Murfreesboro location at 225 North Rutherford Boulevard—offering warm gourmet cookies and ice cream with extended pickup and delivery hours. The chain, founded by Seth Berkowitz during his college years, now serves seasonal treats to satisfy late night cravings. Rutherford County Source
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Main Street Murfreesboro will host Friday Night Live on July 11 with performances by Sisters Wade Revival and the HipWaders on the public square in front of the Rutherford County Courthouse from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Streets will be closed to ensure safety, free parking will be available and food trucks as well as restaurants will serve concertgoers — the free event is part of a summer series presented by Wilson Bank and Trust. Murfreesboro.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Nearly 300 high school students participated in the recently concluded Tennessee Governor’s School for the Arts at MTSU, where they took intensive classes in dance, music, visual arts, filmmaking and theatre that offered college credit. The three-week program gave students a rare chance to work in art forms not offered at all schools — experiences that may guide their future choices. The Daily News Journal
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, Hany Mukhtar scored a penalty kick in the 101st minute to give Nashville SC a 1-0 win over Philadelphia Union while the team played with 10 men. This win moved Nashville SC into second place in the Eastern Conference and extended their unbeaten streak to 14 matches. Murfreesboro Post
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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.
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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.
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Authentic Jeep Meet
11 AM – 5 PM — Hop Springs — Free entry — Celebrate the inaugural 4x4 event with vendors, food, live music, and community spirit while benefiting local veterans.
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Pour Your Own Epoxy Class
12-2 p.m. — Cedar Glade Brews — Cost varies — Unleash your creativity while making unique epoxy art in a fun and supportive environment.
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Public Safety Wellness Course
N/A — July 28-29 — Rutherford County Emergency Management — Free entry — Learn resiliency strategies to enhance mental and physical well-being for law enforcement professionals.
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Tennessee EMS Education Association I/C Course
8:30-4:00 p.m. — Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville SE Murfreesboro — Admission fee required — Complete your I/C endorsement with this essential EMS training course.
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