Friday, December 27th, 2024

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Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Murfreesboro city facilities, including garbage collection and public transportation, will be closed on New Year's Day, with services resuming normal hours on January 2, 2025. City of Murfreesboro
- ➤ Murfreesboro's annual cold-water event, previously known as the Polar Bear Swim, is now dubbed 'Plunge', promoting fitness and community engagement through icy dips and various outdoor activities on February 1st. WGNS
- ➤ Chanelle Noyes and her family move into Rutherford County Habitat for Humanity's 200th home, marking a significant milestone for the organization and the family. Murfreesboro Post
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A collision on I-840 in Rutherford County involving two vehicles resulted in one fatality and one injury. WGNS
- ➤ Interstate 840 East in Rutherford County is temporarily closed near mile marker 57 for a crash investigation, with traffic rerouted through Sulphur Springs Road exit. Rutherford County Source
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Murfreesboro is seeking applicants for its 2025 Cultural Arts Laureate program to enhance community arts engagement and nurture local creative culture. WGNS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rutherford County Property Assessor Rob Mitchell highlights an affordable housing crisis in Tennessee, exacerbated by the reclassification of residential properties to a higher commercial tax rate, pushing out small landlords and favoring large investment firms. WGNS
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital in Murfreesboro, TN, celebrates its 2024 clinical leadership honorees, including Dr. Olivia Granillo Johnson as Physician of the Year, among others recognized for their excellence in patient care and community service. WGNS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Tennessee Titans and Jacksonville Jaguars, both with 3-12 records, are set to face off in a game that could impact their positions in the 2025 NFL Draft order. The Daily News Journal
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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.
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Tribute Quartet Live Concert
The Tribute Quartet will be performing live at the Murfreesboro Missionary Baptist church.
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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.
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Mastering Social Media for Real Estate Professionals
This event focuses on enhancing social media strategies specifically for realtors and small business owners to effectively reach their target audience.
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Olympus Classic Powerlifting Championship
The Olympus Classic is a full powerlifting, push/pull, bench press, and deadlift championship taking place at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Murfreesboro, with all profits benefiting Shriners Children's.
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Middle Tennessee State Blue Raiders Women's Basketball vs. Sam Houston Bearkats
The Middle Tennessee State Blue Raiders women's basketball team will compete against the Sam Houston Bearkats at the Murphy Athletic Center.
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Eastern Dreamers Concert
Max Pachter and Evan deNicola, two Nashville musicians, perform 70s Folk and Americana with unique harmonies and storytelling.
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Pokémon League Gathering at Grand Adventures
A Pokémon League event where fans can gather to play, trade, and earn prizes using their Pokémon cards and video games.
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