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It’s Friday, Murfreesboro! Let’s finish this week strong.

In today’s can’t-miss-weekend-plans edition: Judge blocks massive landfill expansion, Beef Wellington dinner party, and cave exploring + a stacked lineup of events this weekend.

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📰 In the news

State review hits reset: Davidson County judge blocked Middle Point Landfill’s vertical expansion in Murfreesboro, sending the plan back for local review. The ruling pauses but doesn’t end a proposal adding 19 million tons — see what the ruling changes.

From district director to principal: Dr. Cary Holman was appointed to lead La Vergne Lake Elementary after Paige Johnson’s retirement, with his first day set for July 1, bringing local experience to Rutherford County — read the full story.

Redefining your coffee stop: 7 Brew Coffee has opened in La Vergne at 5355 Murfreesboro Road, bringing its community vibe to Rutherford County with a cultivating kindness motto and no drive-thru monitor — learn what sets them apart.

Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.

Someone Googled you this week: Whether you’re dating again, selling something locally, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up. Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are. Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you (or someone you care about) to clean up all that up – learn more here.

Highlights this week:

• Take aim in beginner archery class
• Junior chefs cook Italian classics
• Craft a moss and mushroom wreath
• Over 62? See how to turn home equity into tax-free cash

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Weeknight dinner shortcut: Munch makes plant-based eating easy with customizable bowls and wraps, most of which go vegan with a simple swap, cooked only in olive oil, no seed oils. Their meal prep keeps future you stocked with lunch that’s fresh, not another sad desk salad.

Where old meets new energy: Honey Bee Antique Market brings character to Murfreesboro with vintage finds and antiques handpicked by owner and interior designer Anna Kat Napier alongside local vendors and artisans. When a room needs personality fast, this spot’s soulful mix of pieces, inspiration, and gifts makes treasure hunting feel irresistibly easy.

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📆 Around town this weekend

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🔥 Family Campfire @ Wilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park | Friday (3/6) at 5:00 PM – If your idea of nightlife is a crackling fire and a perfectly toasted marshmallow, meet at Wilderness Station for s’mores, stories, and easygoing neighborly chat. Kid friendly, wallet friendly, and blissfully screen free, with adults $5, ages 4 to 17 $3, little ones free.

🍽 Beef Wellington Dinner Party @ The Curious Kitchen | Friday (3/6) at 5:00 PM – Trade the usual dinner rut for a hands-on class where you actually learn a sharp vinaigrette and the iconic Beef Wellington. Truffled pomme puree, roasted asparagus, gelato with macerated berries, and complimentary red wine keep things elegant. Consider it date night with bragging rights.

🦇 Cave Exploring @ Wilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park | Saturday (3/7) at 8:00 AM – Go underground in Tennessee’s wild caves for mud crawls and rock scrambles, because this town has more caves than coffee shops. Not for casual strollers, bring upper body strength, balance, and old laundry. Meet at Wilderness Station, gear and transport included, ages 10+, $15.

🛍 Spring Fling Market @ Lane Agri-Park Community Center | Saturday (3/7) at 9:30 AM – Spring Fling Market is popping up at Lane Agri-Park with handmade finds from local artisans, tasty bites, and a movie room lunch break for kids, or kid-adjacent. Admission and parking are free, the first 50 adults snag a gift, and rumor says golden eggs.

🌿 Moss and Bloom Wall Art Workshop @ Midnight Grove Collective | Saturday (3/7) at 12:00 PM – Ready to bring the woods inside without committing to another doomed houseplant? In this hands-on workshop with Brittany, you’ll design a 12-by-12 framed piece with preserved moss, dried florals, and soothing, woodland vibes, all for $45. Finally, nature you can’t kill.

🦅 Raptor Day @ Earth Experience – Middle Tennessee Museum of Natural History | Saturday (3/7) at 12:00 PM – Actual dinosaurs at Earth Experience, the feathered kind, as Middle Tennessee Raptor Center swoops in with live owls, hawks, or falcons, mood permitting. Get nose-to-beak close, quiz the handlers, and bring curious kids, or your inner child. Free with admission, smug nature-nerd glow included.

🛍 Spring/Summer Kids Pop Up Consignment Sale @ Grand Station | Sunday (3/8) at 9:00 AM – If your kids outgrow shoes between breakfast and lunch, hit this pop-up consignment sale packed with baby through young adult clothes, toys, maternity, and sporting gear. It’s free to browse, no tickets, with VIP early access, and a half-price day. Middle TN Blvd., obviously.

Live music & entertainment:

• 3/6 Tuck Everlasting @ Center for the Arts – 6:30 PM
• 3/6 Elvis Has Left the Building @ Oaklands Mansion – 7:00 PM
• 3/6 High Society @ High Society – 8:00 PM
• 3/6 Buckshot Ridge @ Boro Bourbon & Brews – 8:00 PM
• 3/7 KST Music Fest @ Puckett’s Murfreesboro – 3:00 PM
• 3/7 Midnight Highway Band @ High Society – 7:00 PM
• 3/9 Music & Theatre Summer Camp @ KST Performance Academy – 6:00 AM

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

🔥 Worth a peek

We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.

• Thinning hair? Don’t wait – here are 3 treatments that work
• This free tool helps connect you with the right financial advisor
• Got debt? You may be able to pay less than you owe
• You can own physical gold and silver in your retirement account
• Treat yourself: Save on self-care during the CVS Epic Beauty Sale

📻 Murfreesboro report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 83°F – Low: 65°F – Precip: 16%

A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 83. South wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 65. South wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 79°F – Low: 55°F – Precip: 84%

A slight chance of rain showers before noon, then showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 79. South southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. Later: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 55. West southwest wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%.

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