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Murfreesboro
Thursday, November 20th, 2025
Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ MFRD firefighters Ryan St. Peter and Dillion Meyer were awarded the 2025 Firefighter of the Year Award by the Exchange Club of Rutherford County for rescuing an elderly man from a burning home on E. Burton Street in August; they were honored at a luncheon at Through the Grapevine (the patient was airlifted to Vanderbilt University Medical Center) (fire chief commended their bravery). City of Murfreesboro
- ➤ Barnabas Vision, a local nonprofit, is hosting a winter coat drive for families in need on Tuesday, November 25 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. where new and gently used coats will be distributed — callers who need a coat sooner may call 6155565134 and the nonprofit is seeking Christmas sponsors to help more families. WGNS
- ➤ For 25 years, the Hunters for the Hungry program has provided about 10.5 million meals of venison to people in need. The Tennessee Wildlife Federation and the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency run the program+it directs hunters to donate their venison through licensed processors to local food banks and charities. Murfreesboro Post
- ➤ The Tennessean holiday lights map is accepting submissions from local homeowners and businesses for festive displays — submissions will be published on tennessean.com on Nov. 23 to showcase Middle Tennessee's best decorations this season. The Daily News Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mary Evins spoke on Monday at Simmons Amphitheater in the Honors building, explaining how Tennessee women claimed political and educational space following the 19th Amendment—she retired in July after 16 years with MTSU’s American Democracy Project. Her remarks in the Honors lecture series highlighted how social groups and education helped change culture. MTSU Sidelines
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department announced promotions — Jim White and Ridge McMahan to Fire Inspectors, Matthew Twomey to Captain, and Zac Wolaver and Josh Hayes to Engineer — with Fire Chief Mark McCluskey praising their commitment to fire safety and service. WGNS
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday night to open the season, Central Magnet won the girls game 47-33 with Madisen Stanley scoring 21 points while Eagleville's boys won 75-34 on a running clock in the final quarter — both coaches noted that early turnovers and cold starts are challenges they plan to fix later in the season. Murfreesboro Post
- ➤ MTSU men’s basketball won a 77-72 road game against Evansville on November 19 — Kamari Lands scored 23 points and Sean Smith added 17 in a balanced team effort. The team will play at Michigan Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. Murfreesboro Post
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Pictures with Santa
1-4 p.m. — Licker & Whine Pet Market — $15 for pet photos — Capture a festive photo of your furry friend with Santa and support local cats in need.
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Paskong Pinoy 2025
6-11 p.m. — Clarion Inn Murfreesboro — Free entry — Celebrate Christmas with the Filipino American community through food, music, and joy.
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POWER HOUR Networking - Murfreesboro
9-10 a.m. — Steak 'n Shake — Free entry — Connect with fellow Christian professionals to build valuable relationships and exchange referrals.
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