Murfreesboro, Tenn.
Coverage of Murfreesboro, Tenn. in the Nexus archive.
- Murfreesboro cat cafe warns guests of measles after an infected person visits
The Catfeine Cat Cafe in Murfreesboro, Tenn., warned guests that a measles-infected individual may have visited on June 29 or 30 between 1:00-5:00 p.m., urging them to monitor symptoms until July 21, 2026. The CDC notes measles symptoms include high fever, cough, and a rash, with potential complications like pneumonia and encephalitis. The cafe emphasized the virus does not remain on surfaces and that cats are not at risk.
- Think your fireworks are out? Fire officials say they can still start a fire if you don’t do this method
Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department warns that improperly disposed fireworks can cause dumpster or structure fires. They recommend a 'soak and separate' method to cool fireworks before disposal and caution against sparklers, which can cause injuries and reach temperatures hot enough to melt glass.