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Monday, July 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 28th of July.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Medina resident Meghan Poore was crowned Miss Tennessee Volunteer 2026 on July 26 in Jackson + she will receive a $10,000 scholarship and work with partners St. Jude and the Salvation Army. The Daily News Journal
- ➤ Meteors from the Southern Delta Aquariids and Alpha Capricornids will peak Wednesday night, so Murfreesboro residents can see many shooting stars between midnight and 3 a.m. Early Perseids are already visible in the northeast sky—experts recommend dark-sky spots like Central Valley Trailhead or Barfield Crescent Park for the best view. WGNS
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Middle Tennessee State University will host a public symposium on Aug. 1 from noon to 5 p.m. in the Academic Classroom Building atrium where its PA program will feature capstone presentations from the Class of 2025 and poster sessions from first-year students preparing for clinical rotations. The 27-month program prepares graduates for high-demand roles in hospitals and clinics across Tennessee. WGNS
- ➤ An updated directory provides basic contact information and superintendent details for county schools in Kentucky and Tennessee — including Rutherford County — compiled on July 27. The listing offers essential addresses, phone numbers and email links for school districts, serving as a key resource for those seeking direct school contacts. FOX 17
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Middle Tennessee State University is moving its Aerospace Department flight training operations to Shelbyville, which will give Murfreesboro Municipal Airport extra room for local pilots and incoming business aircraft. The $62.2 million project funds a new academic building of 50,000 square feet and a hangar of 28,000 square feet under construction, with full completion expected by late 2027. WGNS
- ➤ On July 24, Murfreesboro released details of a settlement with BFI Waste Systems and Republic Services to resolve a lawsuit over environmental impacts at Middle Point Landfill, outlining plans to reduce PFAS and improve odor management. City Council will vote on the settlement at 6:00 p.m. on July 31 at City Hall — the agreement will fund treatment systems and enhanced monitoring — while the City maintains its opposition to expanding the landfill. Rutherford County Source
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center in Smyrna announced its 2024 HCA Healthcare Awards of Distinction recipients, honoring colleagues and volunteers for exceptional service, compassion, and patient care. The honorees (including those recognized for humanitarian service and nursing excellence) will be considered for further recognition at a ceremony in Nashville later this year. Murfreesboro.com
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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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Modern Calligraphy Workshop for Beginners
6:00-7:30 p.m. — RSRVD Event Studio — Ticket required — Explore the art of modern calligraphy in a creative workshop perfect for all craft enthusiasts.
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