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Thursday, December 12th, 2024

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Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Patterson Park is hosting a free and all-ages winter wonderland event featuring over 20 Christmas trees, entertainment, and Santa photos on December 14.  City of Murfreesboro

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A car crash in Murfreesboro on Franklin Road led to two drivers being hospitalized, with one requiring extraction from their vehicle.  FOX 17

CRIME NEWS

  • A 68-year-old Texan was caught shoplifting a laser level from Lowe's in Murfreesboro, TN, leading to a ban from all 1,746 stores worldwide.  WGNS
  • Murfreesboro Police seek help identifying suspects in a $3,900 shoplifting incident at Dick’s Sporting Goods.  Rutherford County Source

CULTURE NEWS

  • The Center for the Arts adds to Murfreesboro's holiday traditions with a production of 'Irving Berlin's White Christmas' at the Tucker Theatre from December 12th-15th.  WGNS

ECONOMY NEWS

  • HWY 55 in Murfreesboro changes leadership after the practice of having employees clock in and out based on business pace without letting them leave, which, while legal in Tennessee, will be addressed by state lawmakers.  FOX 17

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Middle Tennessee State University and Columbia State Community College received a nearly $350,000 NSF grant to enhance robotics and automation systems workforce training in the Midstate region.  Rutherford County Source
  • Middle Tennessee State University forensic science students participated in a mock trial to apply their knowledge in a courtroom setting, overseen by local judicial figures.  Murfreesboro.com
  • Nineteen Rutherford County schools were recognized as 'Reward Schools' by the Tennessee Department of Education for high levels of academic performance and improvement.  Murfreesboro.com

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Community Christmas Gift Drive

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

    Sat, 12/14/24

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  • 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.

    Sun, 12/29/24

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  • Tribute Quartet Live Concert

    The Tribute Quartet will be performing live at the Murfreesboro Missionary Baptist church.

    Fri, 1/10/25

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  • Mikki Zip Live Performance

    Mikki Zip is set to perform live at Hank's Honky Tonk in Murfreesboro, providing an engaging musical experience for attendees.

    Sat, 1/11/25

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REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

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JOB BOARD

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No new job posts today. You can submit one here.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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