Morning
Murfreesboro
Monday, December 15th, 2025
Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 15th of December.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Fire rescue crews responded Saturday, Dec. 13, to a fryer fire at Krystal on South Church Street and quickly extinguished the flames while ventilating the building to ensure no injuries or lasting damage. WGNS
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ L.L. Bean will open its first Tennessee store in Franklin in July 2026 (the retailer opened seven stores this year) and add Middle Tennessee to its network, making the state the 21st to host a location. The Daily News Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ More than 1,600 students graduated at Murphy Center on Saturday, Dec. 13 in a fall commencement ceremony that honored 1,626 graduates from undergraduate and graduate programs (including several master’s and doctoral recipients) as family and community cheered the celebration. WGNS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Jefferson Pike’s widening project finishes with new speed limits announced by Smyrna officials set to take effect Tuesday at noon. The updated limits follow detailed safety studies and improvements including added shoulders, sidewalks, bike lanes, and a bridge over the Stones River — aimed at protecting drivers and pedestrians. WGNS
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Vote is open for the Murfreesboro area TSSAA boys athlete of the week contest for Dec. 8-13 with candidates including Keller Jackson, Miles Alexander, Braylon Payne, Camden Cole, Elijah Carter, Chris Washington Jr., Arden Lewis, Kale Martin, Kaden Matthews and London Nelson — voting closes at 2 p.m. on Dec. 18. The Daily News Journal
- ➤ Murfreesboro schools announced nominees for the TSSAA girls athlete of the week for Dec. 8-13. Vote for favorites including Central Magnet’s Madisen Stanley, Eagleville’s Mallory Lawyer, MTCS’ Anna Clay Shirley, PCA’s Kayte Madison Bjornstad, Riverdale’s Mikah Woods and Rockvale’s Caydence Thomas before 2 p.m. on Dec. 18. The Daily News Journal
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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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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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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.
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