Morning
Murfreesboro
Wednesday, October 1st, 2025
Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of October.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Cal Mitchell visited MTSU to share his journey from ensemble member to lead role during a campus Q&A event on Sept. 25. He advised students to be ready for change and find balance in life—enjoying music, movies, and new foods in their free time. MTSU Sidelines
- ➤ Middle Tennessee State University held its record-breaking Big Career Fair on Sept. 25 at the Campus Recreation Center—2,082 students and alumni met over 220 employers offering paid internships and jobs starting at $45,000—while Career Development Center staff said the event boosted students' confidence and sharpened their interview skills. Murfreesboro.com
- ➤ Today, state lawmakers listened as education leaders from Libertas School of Memphis explained that state tests require students to score between the 70th and 90th percentile—prompting discussions on reducing redundant local assessments and adjusting school letter grades. Lawmakers also talked about using ACT scores in some cases and will meet again next month to review testing and accountability strategies. Murfreesboro Post
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ K9 Appie died Sunday night at home with family and team members by his side; he served Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office as a dual purpose K9—earning awards for his work and retiring in 2024. After retirement and a diagnosis of Degenerative Myelopathy, he received care from Project K9 Hero. Rutherford County Source
- ➤ City property taxes are due today through February 28 and payments made by then will avoid interest—bills were mailed on September 22 and are available online today, while late payments will incur 1.5% interest monthly. City of Murfreesboro
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Daphne David is the new CEO at Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford and outlined goals to improve patient care (the hospital is located off Medical Center Parkway in Murfreesboro). The Daily News Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ It is Week 7 of high school football in Tennessee as TSSAA has set games in ten counties including Rutherford and Davidson. Most games are scheduled for Oct 3 (unless otherwise noted) and live scores will be available for fans to follow. Rutherford County Source
- ➤ On Sept 27, MTSU running back Jekail Middlebrook rushed for 109 yards and scored two touchdowns in a 24—16 loss to Kennesaw State, marking his best performance this season. The team will lean on his play as it seeks to boost its offense in upcoming games. MTSU Sidelines
- ➤ Oakland High School football took a shutout win over Blackman High School in a crosstown matchup on Friday night at Bart Smith Field in Murfreesboro — the photo gallery by staff photographer Rusty Miller shows the best moments of the game. MTSU Sidelines
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Micro Wrestling Federation Live Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Happy's Sports Lounge — Tickets from $68 — Experience an unforgettable night of micro wrestling entertainment.
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Middle Tennessee State Blue Raiders Football Game
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Floyd Stadium — Ticketed event — Catch the excitement as the Blue Raiders host the Bears in a thrilling college football matchup.
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Make Your Own Wine with Prohibition
5:30-9:30 p.m. — Hop Springs — $350 for one guest — Create your own wine in a fun, hands-on three-session class at a local winery.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
If the path ahead of you is clear, you're probably on someone else's.
~ Joseph Campbell
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