The January special edition of “In the City” takes a retrospective look at the significant stories from 2024 in Murfreesboro, hosted by Michael Linn White and produced by Steve Burris. The episode is airing on CityTV, Facebook, YouTube, and other city platforms throughout January. Viewers can watch it on CityTV at 8:00 a.m., 6:00 p.m., and 10:30 p.m. or anytime on the City of Murfreesboro’s YouTube channel here.
The episode highlights several key events and achievements in the city. Among these, a new roadway and bridge connector named “Tommy Bragg Drive” was dedicated to honor the popular former three-term Mayor Tommy Bragg. The link to watch the dedication can be found here.
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Three incumbent city council members, Bill Shacklett, Kirt Wade, and Shawn Wright, were re-elected, ensuring their continued service on the Murfreesboro City Council for another four years. For more on their re-election, visit here.
Patterson Park Community Center celebrated its 45th anniversary, marking its long-standing service to the community near downtown. This milestone celebration can be viewed here.
Murfreesboro also celebrated the opening of the Skate Park & Pump Track in Old Fort Park with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, which can be watched here.
Steve Burris documented the city’s preparation for the Town Creek daylighting project, with a drone inspecting the 800-foot underground culvert. The inspection footage is available here.
In June, the Richard Siegel Soccer Complex hosted the Major League Soccer NEXT Cup Playoffs for eight days, showcasing Murfreesboro as a hub for major sporting events. Catch more on this event here.
The Murfreesboro Fire Rescue stations received a new life-saving device called LUCAS, enhancing their ability to respond to emergencies. More details can be seen here.
In recognition of historical contributions, WWII veteran Bill Allen was honored on the 80th anniversary of D-Day. This touching tribute is available here.
The Special Olympics Spring Games were held at MTSU and Miracle Field at McKnight Park, continuing a cherished annual tradition. View the event here.
Oakland High School Patriots celebrated winning their fourth TSSAA football state title in five years, with a remarkable 14-1 finish.
Additionally, the City of Murfreesboro is conducting a Special Census campaign, “Count Me In,” encouraging residents to participate for an accurate count. Residents can contribute by visiting here.
For more city news and updates, viewers are encouraged to visit www.murfreesborotn.gov or watch past episodes of “In the City” on the City of Murfreesboro’s YouTube channel here.
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Nashville’s 2024 Sustainability Achievements
In 2024, Nashville‘s Sustainability Division and General Services Department implemented key initiatives in Design/Build, Energy, Waste, Mobility, and Water, improving city efficiency and sustainability. Major projects like the Donelson Branch Library and Strobel House aimed for LEED® Gold certification, while solar panels across facilities reduced carbon emissions. Waste management was enhanced by expanding composting programs, and the city added 110 electric vehicle charging ports. Water efforts focused on stormwater management, and community engagement was strengthened through educational events. For further details, you can explore these resources: Nashville Library Services, Real-time Solar Generation, and Compost Company.