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Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025
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Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of July.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Tennessee have dropped to an average of $2.76 per gallon for regular unleaded as of July 21, with Rutherford County at $2.70, Bedford County at $2.65, and Williamson County at $3.10. Premium gas averages $3.61, which remains cheaper than in places like California & other states. WGNS
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ MTSU announced it will launch two new esports concentrations in content creation and coaching to help students learn industry skills this fall. The Geosciences Department received a $2.76M software donation to improve underground exploration techniques—benefiting both undergraduate and graduate students with hands-on learning experiences. The Daily News Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Middle Tennessee Electric and Murfreesboro celebrated five years since their $302 million merger that has provided over $60 million for city projects and nonprofits through the Community Investment Trust. The deal, approved in 2020, led to MTE wiring its fifth installment of $17,290,133.38 on July 1 — funds that helped improve streetlighting, lower connection fees and upgrade service for residents. WGNS
- ➤ Murfreesboro City Council voted last Thursday to annex Middle Point Landfill so the city can enforce local rules on property upkeep, stormwater management and fire inspections. Growing nearby residential development prompted officials to act—ensuring the landfill meets the same standards as other industrial operations. WGNS
- ➤ The City of Murfreesboro will hold a Downtown Community Town Hall Meeting on Monday, Aug. 4 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 210 N. Spring St., where Mayor Shane McFarland & city leaders will answer questions on traffic, crime, homelessness, Town Creek daylighting, and the Downtown Planning Study. City of Murfreesboro
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Stewarts Creek seniors Jerry Taylor and Omari Bledsoe discussed the Red Hawks upcoming football season in a video interview (they outlined team plans and goals for the season). The Daily News Journal
- ➤ The Middle Tennessee Athletic Department announced that six inductees will be honored at the Blue Raider Hall of Fame ceremony on Sept. 19 at the SRM Concrete Club inside the Stephen and Denise Smith Athletic Performance Center—just before the football game against Marshall on Sept. 20, which will bring the Hall of Fame total to 193 members. Rutherford County Source
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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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Southern Chiropractic Conference
5 PM — Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville SE Murfreesboro — Cost Info Unknown — Explore chiropractic practices and network with professionals from the southern states.
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Tin Roof Cats
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Hop Springs — Tickets from $14.34 — Experience the spirit of the Dead through new-age interpretations of their iconic songwriting and improvisation.
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