Morning
Murfreesboro
Tuesday, August 19th, 2025
Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Authorities are investigating a fatal shooting that followed an attempted break-in on Golden Valley Drive in Christiana on August 16th—when a guest retrieved a handgun as an intruder tried to force entry and several rounds were fired, resulting in one death. WGNS
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Sidelines staff launches a yearlong editorial project called Sidelines 100 to celebrate 100 years of news, sports and feature coverage at MTSU. The project will include archive tours, on-campus events & alumni gatherings this fall and next spring while also updating the website with new features. MTSU Sidelines
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tennessee law bans drivers from holding a cellphone or sending texts while driving, even at red lights + it allows phone use only when a vehicle is parked or lawfully stopped, so law firms advise using hands-free devices to avoid legal issues. The Daily News Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ MTSU football will use only blue and white uniforms in 2025 to save $500,000, with the funds planned for revenue sharing and better safety gear—such as smart helmets and digitally mapped shoulder pads. Athletic director Chris Massaro said the change allows the team to refocus spending on what matters most. The Daily News Journal
- ➤ MTSU Athletics invites Blue Raider fans to join the free family event at Johnny 'Red' Floyd Stadium on Saturday, August 23, where activities and autograph sessions will run from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. — A Little Giants screening on the new turf will start at 7:15 p.m. with limited parking expected due to University Convocation. Rutherford County Source
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Austin Peay vs. Middle Tennessee State Football Game
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Floyd Stadium — Ticket required — Experience the excitement of college football as Austin Peay takes on Middle Tennessee State.
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Worship Nights at Miller Coliseum
7-10 p.m. — Tennessee Miller Coliseum — Admission details not provided — Experience an uplifting evening of worship music in Murfreesboro.
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Murfreesboro Home Expo 2025
2-8 p.m. — Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville SE Murfreesboro — Check website for entry details — Explore the latest in home improvement and meet local experts.
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Spanish-English Conversation Group
7-9 p.m. — TailGate Brewery Murfreesboro — Free entry — Practice your Spanish and English in a friendly, supportive atmosphere.
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9/11 Heroes Run
5K, 1M — Murfreesboro Civic Plaza — Registration required — Honor the heroes of 9/11 with a community run in Murfreesboro.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The price of greatness is responsibility.
~ Winston Churchill
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