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Murfreesboro
Saturday, December 27th, 2025
Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 27th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Greenhouse Ministries met all city requirements for its upcoming Ivy on Spring Coffee House near its thrift shop and plans to open it by mid February or early March as a welcoming community space offering coffee and upscale retail. Residents can soon gather there to connect and share hope. WGNS
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency concluded an extensive investigation on Tuesday into illegal poaching in Wilson and Rutherford counties based on a citizen tip; officials seized deer parts and weapons and two people pleaded guilty to multiple violations. NewsChannel 5
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A new study finds only six major metros—Richmond, Austin, Seattle, Washington, Atlanta, and Louisville—have median income exceeding the basic costs of raising five children, while the Nashville-Davidson-Murfreesboro-Franklin area sees lower taxes but still struggles with high childcare and grocery costs. WGNS
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Murfreesboro City Schools is accepting nominations for the 2025-26 Hall of Fame to honor past staff who served at least 10 years and retired five years ago, with a Spring celebration planned. Community members can nominate online or by calling 615-893-2313 (eligibility covers teachers, bus drivers and more). Murfreesboro.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital celebrated the county’s first Christmas birth when baby Boy Meckley was born at 8:00 a.m. on Dec. 25 (he weighed 8 lbs 6 oz and measured 20 1/4 inches). Kroger partnered with the hospital to provide holiday packages to new parents. WGNS
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tennessee edge rusher Joshua Josephs opted out of the Music City Bowl to prepare for 2026 NFL Draft workouts. He is the fifth player to skip the game as Tennessee will face Illinois on Dec. 30 in Nashville. The Daily News Journal
- ➤ MTSU unveiled its 2026 baseball schedule featuring 12 home games, with the season starting on Friday, Feb. 13 against Bellarmine at Reese Smith Jr. Field and opening nonconference weekend games followed by Conference USA matchups, including an in-state contest with Memphis. Murfreesboro Post
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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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Murfreesboro Home Expo
12-6 p.m. — Tennessee Miller Coliseum — Free admission — Discover huge savings, live demos, and a chance to win prizes at this home show.
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Walking the Line and Gold Dust Woman Tribute Experience
7 p.m. — Hop Springs — Cost Info Not Provided — Celebrate the music of Johnny Cash and Stevie Nicks with heartfelt tributes in a night of legendary tunes.
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