Good morning, Murfreesboro.

The community will gather at Stones River National Cemetery on Saturday, Dec.

13 (11:00 a.m.) to honor the soldiers with designated wreath placements for Wreaths Across America Day; visitors should arrive fifteen minutes early for parking and a short walk to the site.

On Friday, Dec. 5 at 6:00 p.m., families saw Santa and Mrs. Claus light a tall Christmas tree at Public Square — an event featuring local choirs, carriage rides and shops that celebrated the holiday spirit.

On November 15, over 400 neighbors and 45 volunteers gathered at the Nissan plant in Smyrna for the Recycling Roundup — the largest event in its history — helping to divert over 74,000 pounds of waste from local landfills.

Murfreesboro Police Department will offer a Citizens Police Academy for residents to experience law enforcement through ride-alongs, forensic lab tours and classroom sessions.

Classes run Tuesday evenings from Jan. 27, 2026 through April 21, 2026 at police headquarters (1004 N. Highland Avenue) with applications now open on a limited basis.

Middle Tennessee will host the Memphis Tigers in a game (tip off at 1 p.m. CT) at Murphy Center today.

The Oakland Patriots won the Class 6A state championship Saturday by beating Ravenwood 62-21 at Finley Stadium, finishing their season 15-0 and securing their ninth title.

Senior running back Craig Tutt tied the state record with seven rushing touchdowns during the game.

WGNS and Big G TV are airing the TSSAA Class 6-A State Championship game between Oakland and Ravenwood today, with pregame coverage starting at 5:30 p.m. and kickoff at 6:00 p.m. local time.

Craig Tutt tied a state record by scoring seven touchdowns as Oakland won 62-21 over Ravenwood in the Class (6A) BlueCross Bowl on Saturday at Chattanooga’s Finley Stadium, and his MVP effort capped his final high school game.

Oakland secured its sixth state title in six seasons.

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.

Coco Fest Fundraiser

5-11 p.m. — Hop Springs — Tickets starting at $0.00 — Enjoy live music from local bands while supporting a cause to provide instruments and lessons to underprivileged children.