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Publication Date |
| Murfreesboro-based singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Kristen Budde has released her latest single, “Regret,” a heartfelt reflection on the past and a powerful reminder to embrace the present. |
5/3/2025 |
| Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation had the official Groundbreaking event at the much-anticipated Veterans Park on Friday, March 28. Mayor Shane McFarland, City of Murfreesboro City Council and the Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Commission members will be on-site to celebrate the groundbreaking of this incredible new park. |
5/3/2025 |
| “Smyrna Airport is an amazing place to be,” said Evan Lester, the new executive director of the facility, succeeding John Black who recently retired after serving the airport for 33 years. A protégé of Black’s, Lester interned at the Smyrna Airport when he was working on his Master’s Degree in Aerospace at Middle Tennessee State University in 2018. |
5/3/2025 |
| “Gezellig,” explained Robert Cheizoo with a pleasant Dutch accent, “they say it is the only Dutch word that cannot be translated into English. It expresses a feeling. It is family. It is cozy. It is warm. It is comfort.” |
5/3/2025 |
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4/2/2025 |
| Welcome to April! This edition of VIP Murfreesboro is certain to be one of the most popular of the year. We’re shining a spotlight on some of the incredible young leaders in our community. Our annual “40 Under 40” feature celebrates those who are shaping Murfreesboro’s future withtheir contributions. You will love getting to know our recipients! |
3/27/2025 |
| Mr. ChickenBiscuits Enterprises announces the release of Sam Learns about Electricity Activity Book. Part of the “Sam the Dog” children’s book series, the book is a fun way for kids ages 6 to 10 to learn about electricity! |
3/27/2025 |
| As part of a fundraiser for the Oakland Middle School theater and music arts programs, we are hosting a musical movies festival at Premier 6 Jackson Heights theater in April. |
3/27/2025 |
| Ascend Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union in Middle Tennessee, announced a $20,000 donation to the American Red Cross, split evenly between the Heart of Tennessee Chapter and the Nashville Area Chapter. |
3/27/2025 |
| Onward and upward. That should be the motto for Bob Parks. Onward also being the name of his most recent venture in the real estate business. A business he has been a part of as a business owner for 50 years as an agent for 53. |
3/27/2025 |
| Choosing the right words to describe the latest Eric Ross Interiors creation in Murfreesboro is simple. For the home of John and Emily Keach it is both “elegant” and “intimate.” While Emily calls her style “traditional,” there is a sense of a modern take on the classic English manor house with a touch of South Carolina low country design. |
3/27/2025 |
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3/5/2025 |
| Whatever T. Kirt Wade does, he brings an immediate sense of passion, along with a willingness to listen and serve. Lurking behind the quick smile is a keen understanding and a witty sense of humor. Since 2006, when he moved back to Middle Tennessee, he has been involved in the Rutherford County community, beginning with the Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce and then moving on to city government. |
3/5/2025 |
| “What brought us here is my great-great granddaddy was a Union Soldier who fought and was injured in the Civil War at Stones River Battlefield,” explained Denise Carter. “We came here to tour the battlefield and Murfreesboro. After the tour, we ended up finding Alley on Main on the square. While eating dinner, we were looking at houses on Zillow for fun. |
3/5/2025 |
| I am thrilled to introduce myself as the new Editor of VIP Murfreesboro. While I may be stepping into this role for the first time, I’ve had the privilege of being a part of the VIP Murfreesboro family for the past eight years. As a lifelong resident of Murfreesboro, I’m passionate about showcasing the stories and individuals that make our town unique. |
3/4/2025 |