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Saturday, December 28th, 2024
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Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Murfreesboro outlines specific dates and times for legal fireworks usage around New Year's, along with safety and legal restrictions to ensure public safety. City of Murfreesboro
- ➤ Grand Slam Collectibles celebrated its ribbon cutting on December 17, 2024, at its new Murfreesboro location, offering a range of sports memorabilia. Rutherford County Source
- ➤ Rutherford County Solid Waste collaborates with local departments to safely manage the post-Christmas surge in trash disposal, extending operation hours to accommodate the increase. WGNS
- ➤ Rutherford County rises to Tennessee's 4th most populous county with a 2.45% growth rate, reaching 388,900 residents in 2025, showcasing the state's overall population growth and the burgeoning need for affordable housing solutions. WGNS
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Caitlin Bullard was awarded Principal of the Year for Murfreesboro City Schools, reflecting her impactful leadership at the Discovery School. The Daily News Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Middle Tennessee faces a Code Red weather alert for severe storms and a possible tornado this weekend, with the strongest instability forecasted between 4 and 9 p.m. on Saturday. FOX 17
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Nashville judge postponed the enforcement of new Department of Agriculture rules on hemp THCa products in Tennessee, allowing their sale until February 2025, benefiting the state's hemp industry. The Daily News Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency advises hunters on safety precautions amid rising cases of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in birds. Rutherford County Source
- ➤ Tennessee experiences a significant increase in flu cases, becoming one of the nations most affected states according to CDC data. NewsChannel 5
SHOP NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR The No. 1 best-selling apparel item on Amazon and your new shoe of the summer: Crocs. If you haven’t tried them, Crocs are having a comeback, beloved for being lightweight, comfortable, and easy to slip on and off. The Buy
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Tennessee Titans have deemed kicker Nick Folk and two other key players, Dillon Radunz and Otis Reese IV, inactive for their upcoming game against the Jacksonville Jaguars due to injuries. 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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