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Friday, July 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Greenhouse Ministries has postponed its Fix It Fair and Bike Repair event to Saturday, July 26, from 8:00 a.m. to noon at 307 S. Academy Street—attendees will enjoy a free pancake breakfast and get hands-on help with bike tune-ups and basic home repairs. This community event aims to make DIY repairs simple and fun for all who participate. WGNS
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On June 22, an unknown person unlawfully drove a late model Toyota Rav4 with a luggage rack and a rear mounted spare tire to remove a 16-foot trailer from a victim’s property in Rutherford County—please contact Detective Brian Gonzales at 615-904-3041 with any tips. Rutherford County Source
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Cripple Creek Cloggers and The Slim Chance Band from Murfreesboro will fly to Santarém, Portugal this summer to perform at the Celestino Graca Festival—an event marking their 59th year of sharing Appalachian clogging. Locals can join a free clogging lesson on Sunday, Sept 14 at 4 p.m. at the Smyrna Senior Activity Center. WGNS
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, July 8, dozens of Civil Air Patrol cadets from over 20 states drove a lunar rover and four-wheel Baha at Middle Tennessee State University as part of a national technology academy. The cadets also toured the MakerSpace, visited the MTSU Dairy, and saw an aerospace simulator at Murfreesboro Municipal Airport — and the academy continues through the week. Murfreesboro.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Ascension Saint Thomas CEO Fahad Tahir said that cuts in the GOP-backed Big Beautiful Bill will likely force many Tennesseans, including nearly 12 million who rely on TennCare, to face new challenges + he warned rural areas will feel the impact as state lawmakers work to understand the changes this week. The Daily News Journal
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ On the WGNS Action Line podcast today, host Scott Walker interviewed Master Gardeners Sarah Wade and LaVon Orput to share smart yard tips under the Tennessee Smart Yards program — they discussed using native plants and water conservation to create a healthier landscape. WGNS
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Autumn Towne Senior Apartments held its ribbon cutting on July 10th at 11 a.m. at 146 Autumn Towne Way in Murfreesboro and officially opened as an upscale active-adult community for residents 55 and older. The two-story complex has 53 one- and two-bedroom apartments and offers features like a coffee bar and clubroom. Murfreesboro.com
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Middle Tennessee’s virtual season in EA Sports College Football 26 ended with the Blue Raiders finishing 7—6 and losing the Boca Raton Bowl on a last-second field goal. The simulation highlighted key plays from quarterback Nick Vattiato and standout performances while the real team will open their season against Austin Peay on August 30 at 6:00 p.m. CDT. MTSU Sidelines
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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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Grupo Corona Boys Live Concert
10 p.m. — Mi Patria Mexican Restaurant #2 — Tickets available — Experience a night of vibrant regional music with Grupo Corona Boys and immerse yourself in the excitement of a live concert.
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Writers Mingle
3-5 p.m. — Dapper Owl — Free entry — Connect with fellow writers in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
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