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A group is renovating the former African-American Cemetery School, which served Black children before desegregation, into a museum and community gathering place.

Murfreesboro will experience various construction activities including utility line installations, storm drain work, Google Fiber expansion, and annual street paving from December 8 through December 14, with planned traffic controls to manage disruptions.

Murfreesboro city initiates 'Count Me In' Special Census to accurately count residents for increased state-shared revenue and community services funding.

Top local news: A person was injured in a Murfreesboro house fire; a guide to 2024 Christmas lights viewing; a multi-vehicle crash on I-24; a special census kickoff in Murfreesboro; and upcoming construction projects.

The Fa-La-La-Li Daze music festival on Diana Street featured eight artists and a DJ, along with thrift shopping and festive activities, providing a musical respite ahead of finals season.

Cooper Mays, a standout Tennessee center, is the first in the school's history to become a finalist for the Rimington Trophy, joining candidates from Ohio State and Western Michigan.

The Oakland Patriots won their eighth state title by defeating the Houston Mustangs 42-20 in the 2024 6A BlueCross Bowl, avenging their previous year's championship game loss.

Key MTSU football players, including starters and experienced athletes, enter the NCAA transfer portal, marking significant changes for the team.

The article invites readers to vote for the Murfreesboro area's top high school girls athlete for the week of Dec.

2-7, listing eight nominees.

Community Christmas Gift Drive

The event focuses on providing gifts to families in need through a community-driven gift exchange and volunteer opportunity.

Tennessee Holiday Youth Convention 2024

The Tennessee Holiday Youth Convention is a significant event focusing on spiritual growth and fellowship for youth in the Tennessee UPC.