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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dominique Fields, Press and Publicity Chair NAACP - Murfreesboro Branch 5605-B MURFREESBORO, TN (May 3, 2026) — The NAACP Murfreesboro Branch is proud to announce its 2026 Freedom Fund Gala, an annual celebration honoring the courageous leaders and organizations advancing justice, equity, and community empowerment throughout Rutherford County. The Gala will be held on Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., at the MTSU Student Union Ball

On April 25, 2026, the Murfreesboro Branch of the NAACP proudly hosted its 2026 ACT-SO competition, spotlighting the extraordinary talents of our local high school students. Young competitors showcased their gifts across four categories — painting, short story, poetry, and entrepreneurship — and every single participant earned a Bronze medal. We could not be prouder of each of them. The Afro-Academic, Cultural, Technological, and Scientific Olympics (better known as ACT-SO) i

Democracy doesn't happen on Election Day alone. It happens in the conversations, the questions, and the moments when community members look a candidate in the eye and ask, what will you actually do for us? Throughout 2026, the Murfreesboro NAACP has been committed to making those moments happen right here in Rutherford County. This year, our branch has hosted a series of voter engagement forums designed to bridge the gap between candidates and the communities they hope to ser

On April 11, the Murfreesboro NAACP branch gathered for its 2026 Spring Retreat. It was a purposeful day dedicated to strengthening our branch and advancing the NAACP's mission across our community. Our agenda was packed with important discussions. Members covered upcoming branch elections, ensuring our leadership continues to reflect the dedication and vision of our community. We also dove deep into local elections and civic engagement, exploring practical strategies to incr

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dominique Fields, Press and Publicity Chair NAACP - Murfreesboro Branch 5605-B MURFREESBORO, TN (January 22, 2026) — The NAACP Murfreesboro Branch successfully hosted its annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast on Saturday, January 17, 2026, bringing together community leaders, civic organizations, and residents to honor the life, legacy, and vision of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The event took place from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the James Union Bu

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dominique Fields, Press and Publicity Chair NAACP - Murfreesboro Branch 5605-B MURFREESBORO, TN (January 7, 2026) – The Murfreesboro Branch NAACP invites the community to its annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast on Saturday, January 17, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the James Union Building at Middle Tennessee State University, located at 516 Alma Mater Drive. This inspiring celebration honors the life, legacy, and vision of Dr. Martin Luther

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dominique Fields, Press and Publicity Chair NAACP - Murfreesboro Branch 5605-B Murfreesboro, TN (November 24, 2025) — The NAACP Murfreesboro Branch is proud to announce the successful completion of its 2025 Thanksgiving food drive, which provided full holiday dinner packages to ten local families whose SNAP benefits were disrupted by the recent U.S. government shutdown. Thanks to the overwhelming generosity of community members, the drive exceeded its o

We are writing to express our deep respect and unwavering support for Dr. Sidney A. McPhee, the 10th president of Middle Tennessee State University. Since assuming leadership in 2001, Dr. McPhee has guided MTSU through one of the most dynamic and successful periods in its more than 110-year history. His vision and commitment have elevated the university to new heights, marked by nearly $2 billion in campus, academic, and athletic improvements. Under his leadership, MTSU has

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dominique Fields, Press and Publicity Chair NAACP - Murfreesboro Branch 5605-B Murfreesboro, TN (November 14, 2025) – The Murfreesboro Branch of the NAACP is proud to announce its upcoming Thanksgiving Food Drive, an initiative aimed at providing complete holiday dinners to local families whose SNAP benefits have been disrupted by the 2025 U.S. government shutdown. The event, held at Patterson Park Community Center on November 22, 2025, from 11:00 am to

The Murfreesboro Branch NAACP gives thanks to all veterans and their families and wishes them a Happy Veterans Day! Your commitment, bravery, and selfless contributions do not go unseen.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dominique Fields, Press and Publicity Chair NAACP - Murfreesboro Branch 5605-B Murfreesboro, TN (September 23,...

A presentation by the Veterans and Military Affairs Committee of the Murfreesboro Branch NAACP. Maintaining good health and hygiene is...

Here are some ways you can take action. Thu, Sep 11 @ 6:30pm MLK’s Letter from Birmingham Jail: A Prophetic Guide to Power, Love,...

For Immediate Release Dominique Fields, Press and Publicity Chair NAACP - Murfreesboro Branch 5605-B dominiquefields09@gmail.com...