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Murfreesboro
Thursday, August 21st, 2025
Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Tuesday night, Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department crews responded to a fire at Backyard Buildings on NW Broad Street—flames, explosions, and heavy damage to sheds and tow motors were reported while the Fire Marshal’s Office investigated the cause. Rutherford County Source
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Buona Beef in Murfreesboro is hiring cooks, guest service associates, front-of-house staff, and Rainbow Cone scoopers ahead of its grand opening on September 16. The restaurant will hold walk-up interviews for candidates (at 2724 Robbie Cor Lane behind Whataburger on Medical Center). Murfreesboro.com
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ K9 Deputy Aaron Price and K9 Hector were named Officers of the Month for August after stopping a driver on Aug. 11 on Halls Hill Pike — Price discovered a magnetic case holding nine grams of meth along with marijuana and paraphernalia while Hector pinpointed the drug odor, and the driver, a convicted felon, now faces felony charges. Rutherford County Source
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ New signs have been installed around downtown to encourage residents to support local charities instead of giving money to panhandlers — part of the Better Way to Give campaign that began on August 18. City officials stress that donations provide long-term help and note that soliciting from vehicles is illegal. FOX 17
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Murfreesboro’s real estate market stayed steady as WalletHub ranked the city 15th overall and 8th among midsize markets after analyzing 300 cities on 17 metrics. Local experts note strong job growth and home-price gains but warn that a high level of delinquent mortgages—forcing caution for buyers and sellers—is a concern. WGNS
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Cecil Joyce of the Daily News Journal shared his review of the top TSSAA football games for Week 1 in Murfreesboro and highlighted key matchups for local fans. His analysis offers a clear preview of the upcoming contests—helping residents plan for the season. The Daily News Journal
- ➤ High school football has begun as TSSAA released the Week 1 schedule with most games set for Friday, Aug 22—schools from Rutherford, Sumner and nearby counties will compete in matchups across the region. Some games, like East Nashville at Collierville, are planned for Saturday to accommodate scheduling needs. 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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