Good morning, Murfreesboro.

NTT Data will lay off 108 employees from its Nashville facility at 1211 Medical Center Drive by December 31.

In Murfreesboro, Dexter Stamping Company filed a WARN notice immediately after closing its facility, affecting 114 workers.

A solar farm in Rutherford County was nominated for Solar Builder’s 2025 Project of the Year and will add cattle in 2026 to test a new grazing system—an innovative step following previous sheep integration.

Middle Tennessee Electric is involved in the project—helping power more than 750,000 residents as researchers study cattle behavior and ecological impacts.

Members of the Duck River Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution took a fall trip along the Natchez Trace—visiting the Gordon House Historic Site at milepost 407.7, where a brass plate was stolen, and the Meriwether Lewis Death and Burial Site at milepost 385.9.

Rutherford County resident Judy Heim will open her pottery studio to the public during the annual Art Studio Tour (Nov.

21-23, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.). The tour will include six local artists and give visitors a chance to see their creative work.

At a recent board meeting, Murfreesboro City Schools director Dr. Trey Duke honored Discovery School as a 2025 Blue Ribbon nominee for its high academic performance and commitment to closing achievement gaps based on TCAP scores, even though the U.S. Department of Education discontinued the program. The board also announced that its January retreat will be replaced by a longer televised evening meeting at the Administrative Complex, while MCS employee Rita Dotson was named Best of MCS honoree for October for her valuable contributions.

Murfreesboro officials said the Middle Point Landfill got its 4,000th odor complaint on September 15 and tests showed that landfill leachate, which has dangerous PFAS, is leaking into the East Fork Stones River.

Republic Services and BFI Waste Systems said they fixed the seven environmental violations quickly — and they pointed to city wastewater sludge as another source of PFAS.

Oakland High School beat Riverdale High School 35 to 21 on Oct.

30 at Ray Hughes Stadium—improving their perfect record to 10 wins. The win sets the Patriots up for the playoffs as they will play Cookeville High School next Friday.

The Titans are not expected to trade star defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons before the Nov.

4 trade deadline as he is valued for both his on-field performance and his leadership. His potential move could net a first-round pick plus extra assets — a return that may not outweigh losing an important locker room presence.

MTSU women’s basketball starts a new season as head coach Rick Insell leads a team of eight new players including seven freshmen after losing key contributors.

The Lady Raiders will play their first game on Nov. 3 at 10:30 a.m. at the Murphy Center with home contests expecting crowds of 10,000.

Commercial Motor Vehicle Awareness Course

8 AM to 5 PM on Day 1, 8 AM to Noon on Day 2 — Rutherford County Emergency Management — $445.00 — Enhance law enforcement skills in Commercial Motor Vehicle regulation and enforcement.

Nashville Zoolumination

5-9 p.m. — Nashville Zoo at Grassmere — $21 to $25 — Experience a dazzling wonderland of over 1,000 illuminated sculptures transforming the zoo grounds.

RnB Bingo Night

3-6 p.m. — The Grand Hall — Varies — Enjoy a night of RnB hits and bingo fun with prizes and good vibes.

Kelly Alayna Live Performance

6-10 p.m. — Soulshine Pizza — Free entry — Experience the heartfelt sounds of Country singer/songwriter Kelly Alayna in an intimate setting.

Tennessee Lady Vols vs. Middle Tennessee State Blue Raiders Women's Basketball

6:30 PM – 1:29 AM — Murphy Athletic Center — Check event website for pricing — Witness a thrilling matchup between two competitive women's basketball teams.

Borodash 2025

2-5:30 p.m. — 111 W Vine St, Murfreesboro, TN — Registration Cost Varies — Participate in a festive run or walk to support local community wellness.

Joey Fletcher Band Live

7-11 p.m. — Hop Springs — Ticket info not specified — Experience the raw Southern Rock vibe of Tennessee's own Joey Fletcher.

Small Business Saturday Holiday Market

Join us for a festive shopping experience at the 1660 Middle Tennessee BLVD B, Murfreesboro, TN 37130! Discover unique gifts, support local businesses, and get into the holiday spirit.

Small Business Saturday Holiday Market

Join us for a festive shopping experience at the 1660 Middle Tennessee BLVD B, Murfreesboro, TN 37130! Discover unique gifts, support local businesses, and get into the holiday spirit.