Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 24th of November.
Good morning, Murfreesboro.
🏘️ Community
The Journey Home will celebrate Thanksgiving in its new $6.5 million building in Murfreesboro, which expands services with a Community Café, wellness clinic, and 10 interim housing units for families.
Volunteers and staff will serve a holiday meal to clients and provide ongoing support through case management, donations, and prayer—helping restore dignity and hope in the community.
Four Christmas parades are set for Rutherford County: LaVergne’s Parade of Lights will run on December 6 at 5:00 p.m. with a tree lighting and fireworks, Smyrna’s 50th parade will start on December 7 at 2:00 p.m. with a food drive, and Eagleville will hold its 'Christmas Movies' parade on December 13 with candy toss and awards plus Murfreesboro’s 'A Sweet Christmas' parade will take place on December 14 at 2:00 p.m. along Main Street with floats, bands, and dancers.
🎓 Education
Billboard ranked MTSU’s Department of Recording Industry as one of the top music business schools for the 11th year in a row, noting its music business, songwriting, and audio production programs.
The department will launch a master’s degree in legal studies with an entertainment law focus next summer—giving students more work chances in Nashville.
🏈 Sports
Blackman beat Maryville 31-7 at Bart Smith Field on September 26 in a TSSAA 6A state playoffs quarterfinal and advanced to the state semifinals — they will face Oakland High School on Friday, Nov.
28 at 7 p.m. CDT when they try to reach the state championship in Chattanooga.
The undefeated Oakland Patriots came back from a 17-7 deficit in the fourth quarter to beat Green Hill High School 21-17 at Ray Hughes Stadium on Nov.
21, with efficient offense + forced turnovers, securing a spot in the state semifinal.
MTSU men's basketball traveled to Grand Cayman for the Cayman Islands Classic where they played Murray State on November 23.
They will face George Washington today at 4 p.m. and then play McNeese on November 25 — all games air on FloCollege.
🎉 Murfreesboro Events
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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.
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.
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.
Paskong Pinoy 2025
6-11 p.m. — Clarion Inn Murfreesboro — Free entry — Celebrate Christmas with the Filipino American community through food, music, and joy.
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.
Middle Tennessee State Blue Raiders vs. Cumberland University Phoenix
1-2:30 p.m. — Murphy Athletic Center, 2650 Middle Tennessee Blvd, Murfreesboro, TN — Tickets available — Witness an exciting matchup between the Blue Raiders and the Phoenix in a thrilling basketball showdown.
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