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Sunday, July 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 13th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Greenhouse Ministries is helping local families who face rising food, utility, and clothing costs this summer and noted an increase in requests for basic support while its Life University program reached capacity — community events will include a talent show at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 26, a Family Culture Class at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 15, and a Fix-It Fair/Bike Repair event on Saturday, July 26, from 8:00 a.m. to noon. WGNS
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A portion of the westbound lane of Interstate 24 in Rutherford County is closed as the sheriff’s office investigates a shooting that injured one person—traffic is diverted to exit 64 at Waldron Road with the closure expected to last until 2 p.m. NewsChannel 5
- ➤ A shooting occurred Saturday morning in the 2600 block of Murfreesboro Pike at a liquor store parking lot, leaving one man dead and another hospitalized — officials say both men were suspected in a drug-related armed robbery. FOX 17
- ➤ In McMinnville, law enforcement arrested Rutherford County sex offender Robert Gordon Johnson on July 10th after he allegedly tried to deliver a large quantity of fentanyl—officers stopped his vehicle after a tip led them to find fentanyl and LSD and he now faces multiple charges. WGNS
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ CHORD will host the Cripple Creek Cloggers and Slim Chance Band at Greenhouse Ministries (located at 307 S. Academy Street) from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Monday night, July 28. The free event will celebrate Appalachian heritage with live dance and old-time music. WGNS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Murfreesboro Mayor Shane McFarland spoke on WGNS Action Line today about the rising homelessness issue, noting that numbers grew from 322 in 2020 to roughly 4,000 over the years. He urged residents to work together to address challenges affecting local resources like the library—encouraging those with ideas to call or text him. WGNS
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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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