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Murfreesboro
Friday, September 19th, 2025
Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 19th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Centennial Park will host the free Kidsville Family Festival on Saturday, Sept. 27 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.—families will enjoy activities like yoga, crafts, live music, food trucks and meet-and-greets at the Musicians Corner Amphitheater. Murfreesboro Post
- ➤ Rutherford County has many events planned for the weekend including a family fun day at Lucky Ladd Farms—with a corn maze and animal encounters from Sept 20 to Nov 2—a Fall Festival and Parade at La Vergne on Sept 20 at 10 a.m., a Greenway Art Festival in Murfreesboro on Sept 20, and today Public Square hosts Friday Night Live with Backstage Brass from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. while the Nashville Film Festival runs Sept 19 to Sept 21. Rutherford County Source
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Middle Tennessee offers many fall events where families can pick pumpkins, apples and explore corn mazes — the Rutherford County Farmers' Market Fall Harvest Festival in Murfreesboro is on Sept. 30 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Other nearby venues like Cheekwood and Lucy Ladd Farms add extra autumn fun. FOX 17
- ➤ The National Banana Pudding Festival will take place on Saturday, Oct. 4, and Sunday, Oct. 5, bringing families fun with $10 armbands for inflatables, a National Guard gaming trailer, live music, over 100 vendor booths, and pudding eating contests—new activities join traditional favorites. Organizer Gabby Hundley said advance tickets will be available with special options like an extra $10 pudding path, ensuring an engaging experience for all attendees. Murfreesboro Post
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Middle Tennessee State University's student-run media platform Sidelines celebrates 100 years of journalism as it evolved from a printed newspaper to a news website and email newsletter that gives student journalists real-world experience. Murfreesboro Post
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Three state lawmakers announced— a portion of I-24 in Montgomery County is dedicated as the Andre' Hunter Memorial Highway to honor the Murfreesboro native killed in a drunk driving crash in January 2023. The designation covers the I-24 westbound stretch between mile markers 14 and 15— preserving his legacy and memory. Rutherford County Source
- ➤ MTSU and the American Democracy Project hosted Constitution Day at Tucker Theatre where journalist David Brooks discussed political unity and the protection offered by the nation’s founding documents—he stressed how trust in institutions can counter growing divisions. The panel included retired Army Lt. General Keith Huber and University Provost Mark Byrnes who provided students with insight into how historical principles guide American democracy. MTSU Sidelines
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Rutherford County’s Department of Health released inspection scores for food service spots and hotels inspected from September 11th—18th, with locations like Sleep Inn and Insomnia Cookies showing routine and follow-up results. Scores are posted in visible areas as required by state law. Rutherford County Source
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Central Magnet girls’ golf team won the 8-4A title at Cedar Crest on Sept. 18 by beating DeKalb County by 13 shots—Anna Powell shot 72 and Lauren Powell shot 74—and earned their fourth consecutive district title. They will compete for regional titles at Golden Eagle Country Club in Cookeville on Sept. 25. Murfreesboro Post
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Marshall Thundering Herd vs. Middle Tennessee State Blue Raiders Football
6-7:30 p.m. — Floyd Stadium — Ticket required — Catch an exciting college football matchup under the lights.
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Downtown on the Farm - 7th Annual Fundraiser
4:30-10:30 p.m. — Oaklands Mansion — $85 — Enjoy a farm-to-table fundraising dinner supporting local entrepreneurship with gourmet dishes from local farms.
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Comics & Graphic Novels Book Club
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Linebaugh Public Library — Free entry — Explore the world of comics and graphic novels, revisiting classics and discussing new titles.
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Powerslave Concert
8-11:30 p.m. — Hop Springs — Tickets starting at $32.25 — Enjoy a night of live music featuring Powerslave and Alice Unleashed.
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TENA Educational Conference and Industry Partner Show
9 AM-6 PM — Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville SE Murfreesboro — Check official website for entry fees — Join industry professionals for enlightening sessions and networking opportunities.
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Modern Calligraphy Workshop at Tailgate Brewery
6-7:30 p.m. — TailGate Brewery Murfreesboro — Ticket required — Unleash your creativity with a fun modern calligraphy class for beginners!
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