Murfreesboro has a population of 68,957. Once the state capitol
of Tennessee, Murfreesboro is located in the geographical center of Tennessee.
It is a few miles south of Nashville in Rutherford County, where it holds the
counties seat. It is the largest city in Rutherford County. The rich Southern
history so delicately preserved is apparent in downtown Murfreesboro as you
look at the antebellum Courthouses and the century old houses in antebellum
architecture that line the main street.
Home to one of the bloodiest battles of the civil war, Stones River National
Battlefield, Murfreesboro has worked hard to preserve the history that is
important to the United States. Murfreesboro has its very own full sized
pioneering village, Cannonsburgh. There is plenty of history to explore as
you walk along the pathways that show exactly how pioneer life was in Murfreesboro
hundreds of years ago. There is a working blacksmith's shop, a one room schoolhouse
and a general store. There are also many beautiful park and recreation areas
as well. One of the largest parks is The Stones River Greenway. The Greenway
stretches over a 10 mile stretch. It is a treeshaded walking path that connects
the Fortress Rosencrans to the Stone River National Battlefield to Cannonsburgh.
Murfreesboro is home to several businesses. The Alvin C. York Veterans Administration
Medical Center serves the people of Murfreesboro and some of the other cities
in Rutherford County. Verizon Wireless is in the process of building a new
customer service call center which will open up several jobs in Murfreesboro.
Murfreesboro is also home to the award winning Cable Channel 3.
Like nearby cities, La Vergne and Smyrna education is held in high standards
in Murfreesboro. The cities of Rutherford County have proven this, as national
tests show that students have surpassed their peers on every level of study.
There are 10 elementary schools, four private primary schools, 2 middle schools,
six public high schools, and for private high schools located in Murfreesboro.
For those who have an interest in higher education Murfreesboro is home
to Middle Tennessee State University, a sprawling 500-acre campus with approximately
20,000 students. The Tennessee Technology Center at Murfreesboro, The Middle
Tennessee Barber and Styling College, and the Commercial Driver Institute
Inc. are also located in the city. Your educational opportunities are nearly
unlimited in Murfreesboro.
