The Murfreesboro Pulse

12/09/2025

Santa’s Got An Airplane 🛩️🎅🏻🎁

A Discovery Flight from Murfreesboro Aviation (1936 Memorial Blvd.) gives recipients 60 minutes (or more) in the air with a certified local pilot. Taking in the sights of and beyond from high above makes a truly unique and unforgettable experience gift for thrill-seekers. Book your Discovery Flight today by calling 615-494-1900.

Support local businesses this Christmas season and find thoughtful gifts for everyone on your list! Check out these other independent spots if you need some unique holiday shopping ideas. 👇🏻

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12/09/2025

⚠️ All inbound lanes of Old Fort Parkway near Saint Andrews Blvd. are temporarily blocked.

12/09/2025

🚫 CLOSING: Four Middle Whataburger locations will soon close, including the location at 1924 Memorial Blvd. that opened in 2022.

A Mt. Juliet location and two locations in Clarksville will also close.

A statement from the company said: “While we continue to grow in the Nashville area, we’ve made the decision to close four of our 24 restaurants in the area. This decision helps focus our efforts where we can make the biggest impact, ensuring our guests continue to enjoy the high-quality, delicious food and genuine hospitality they’ve come to expect from Whataburger.”

“In 2026 and beyond, guests will find new Whataburger locations opening through Nashville area including our newest location off Gallatin Ave. in a couple of months.”

Whataburger operates two other Murfreesboro locations at 1835 Old Fort Pkwy. and 2814 Medical Center Pkwy.

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12/09/2025

In-N-Out Opening This Week 🍔🍔🍔

After much anticipation, the California burger joint will officially open its Middle locations this week, on Wednesday, Dec. 10 at S. Hartmann Dr. in Lebanon and William Turner Pkwy. in Antioch. Then on Friday, Dec. 12, the Medical Center Pkwy. location in opens.

In-N-Out recently reached agreements for temporary overflow parking areas to alleviate heavy traffic congestion on Medical Center Parkway during its grand opening and the following months. The parking areas will include a space at Willowoak Trail and Robert Rose Drive, as well as a second area at the intersection of Willowoak Trail and Wilkinson Pike. The restaurant will have access to these two locations for up to 120 days.

These zones are designed to prevent spillover into public roadways, protect major intersections, and maintain safe traffic flow. In-N-Out openings in other states have seen hour-long lines stretching onto adjacent streets. Murfreesboro officials expect a significant turnout on opening day and early weeks.

All In-N-Out Burger restaurants are open from 10 a.m. to 1 a.m. Sunday through Thursday and 10 a.m. to 1:30 a.m., Friday and Saturday.

Each restaurant will have one drive-thru lane, indoor seating for 74 customers and a covered patio with outdoor seating for about 30 people.

Each restaurant will employ about 75 workers with additional hiring expected in the coming months, according to In-N-Out's corporate office. Starting wage for In-N-Out is $17.50 per hour.

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12/08/2025

It is being reported that we can expect to see Ed the Zebra in the Christmas Parade this Sunday, kind of.

We all remember Ed made national headlines back in May when the zebra escaped from a farm in Christiana, , painted the town black and white, then was safely captured several days later.

The zebra is currently at a ranch in Texas, but his owners thought he would be a great addition to the Murfreesboro Christmas parade. Since that would be too stressful for Ed they are making a life-sized sculpture for a Christmas float in his honor.

Pictured is an AI rendering of the float.

SAVE THE DATE for the 2025 Murfreesboro Christmas Parade, scheduled for Sunday, Dec. 14, from 2–4 p.m.

The theme of this year’s parade is “A Sweet Christmas.” The parade starts at Middle Tennessee Boulevard and Main Street near MTSU, and ends on Walnut Street just past the Murfreesboro Public Square.

Come and celebrate the holidays with marching bands, music and dancing, decorated vehicles and floats, flying candy, and a flying zebra too. 🎄🦓❤️💚🖤🤍

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12/08/2025

Dec. 13 – North Pole Fest & Shopping Expo 🛍️🎁🎄☃️🎅🏻

Brianna Victory Events presents breakfast with Santa on Saturday, Dec. 13 from 8–10 a.m. followed by the North Pole Festival & Shopping Expo from 10 a.m.–3:30 p.m. at The Fountains at Gateway in . Tickets for the breakfast are $15 per person and include breakfast with Santa, drinks, a DIY picture with Santa, live music, Christmas music and a petting zoo interaction.

The Mid State Cloggers Perform from 10–11 a.m. Come and shop from over 50 vendors, partake in the ice skating rink and Kid Zone, Christmas-themed bounce houses ($5 wristbands, play all day; or included with Breakfast with Santa ticket), face painting, and a short-distance, and Christmas-themed race at 11 a.m. with all proceeds ($25 race fee) donated to the Rutherford County ATLAS Program. ATLAS supports hundreds of students experiencing homelessness. Sign up at the event in person to reserve your spot. The winner of the race will win $50 Market Bucks to spend on vendors at the event. There is free parking and free admission.

For more information, find the North Pole Festival & Shopping Expo event on Eventbrite and Facebook, email [email protected] or call 931-952-0472.

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12/08/2025

12/07/2025

☕️ Coffee Haus has opened in in the former Curries restaurant space near M.L. Rose and West 22 Tacos at 2108 Medical Center Pkwy.

Coffee Haus offers a variety of coffee drinks, waffles and mini pancakes, acai bowls, sandwiches and ice cream options. The restaurant is organized to offer seating designed for studying as well as socializing.

Hours are Sunday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., and 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

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12/07/2025

Sunday Morning Sky Over Middle

📷 Jared Ambrose Photography

12/07/2025

ICYMI: A black bear crashed the parade in Gatlinburg, last night. 😯

12/06/2025

Support local businesses this Christmas season and find thoughtful gifts for everyone on your list! Check out these independent spots if you need some unique holiday shopping ideas. 👇🏻🎄🎁

https://boropulse.com/2025/12/murfreesboros-2025-local-christmas-time-gift-guide/