Morning
Murfreesboro
Tuesday, October 8th, 2024
Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Murfreesboro announces various construction updates including road and lane closures, and detours due to private development projects and city-wide infrastructure improvements from October 6 through October 12. Rutherford County Source
- ➤ The October edition of 'In the City' highlights Murfreesboro's Town Creek project, Transit Center development, and the introduction of a new trail at Barfield Crescent Park, among other community events and updates. City of Murfreesboro
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A woman in Murfreesboro was caught shoplifting $99.87 worth of cosmetics from Walmart, part of a wider trend of increased thefts in the area. WGNS
- ➤ In Murfreesboro, a road rage incident involving motorcyclists and an SUV driver, Joseph Gann, resulted in one death and another injury; Gann faces charges including second-degree murder. WGNS
- ➤ Three men from Houston are indicted for stealing over $50,000 from a bank ATM in Murfreesboro, facing up to 10 years in prison if convicted. Rutherford County Source
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The African American Heritage Society of Rutherford County will celebrate its 10th anniversary with a 'Lighting The Way' event at MTSU, featuring dinner, theatre, and an auction to honor a decade of preserving local African American history. WGNS
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Middle Tennessee State University alumni and their businesses contributed over $15.2 billion to Tennessee's economy, with significant impacts in Rutherford County, as highlighted in the 2024 MTSU Alumni Impact Report. The Daily News Journal
- ➤ Tennessee ranks as the fourth most affordable US state for gasoline, with Rutherford County prices dropping below the state average. WGNS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rutherford County announces the final day for voter registration for the upcoming 2024 elections, with options to register online or in-person at designated locations. WGNS
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ MTSU soccer achieved a victory over Kennesaw State with a 4-2 score, marking their third conference win. MTSU Sidelines
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20th Annual Heritage Celebration Festival
Experience a day filled with engaging conversations, activities for all ages, and free access to the museum, featuring vendors, food trucks, and performances.
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Live Music with Jeff Lysyczyn at Burger Bar
Experience a live music performance by Jeff Lysyczyn, a seasoned artist manager and songwriter with over twenty-five years of experience in the music industry.
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Jesse Black Live Performance at Hank's Honky Tonk
Experience a live music performance by Jesse Black at Hank's Honky Tonk, a popular venue in Murfreesboro.
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An Evening with Jeff Lysyczyn at Woodsviking Barbershop
Experience a night of music and insight from Jeff Lysyczyn, a seasoned professional in the music industry.
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Rachel Lipsky Concert at Middle Tennessee State University
Experience a live performance by Rachel Lipsky at Middle Tennessee State University, with an evening full of music and entertainment.
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Pink for a Purpose: A Creative Community Event
Experience a fun and supportive atmosphere at Bombshells Hair Studio with product sales and a personalized wish jar-making station for all ages.
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4th Annual One Church Barfield Fall Festival
Experience a vibrant community celebration filled with free activities, local crafts, a petting zoo, games, and engaging performances for families to enjoy together.
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Trick or Treat Festivities at Historic Rutherford County Square
Experience a delightful afternoon of trick-or-treating with your children at locally-owned businesses around the historic public square.
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Kirstie Kraus Concert
Experience the live performance of Kirstie Kraus at McKnight Park in Murfreesboro.
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Discovery Center: Exploring the 5 Senses
Experience an engaging exploration of the five senses through interactive exhibits at the Discovery Center at Murfree Spring.
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