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TDOT to begin construction on North Thompson Lane Project in Murfreesboro
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Audrey Mayer , as published by WKRN News 2 (ABC affiliate)
· July 27, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway 3-mile stretch of road, from Northwest Broad Street to Memorial Boulevard.
Construction is set to begin on the North Thompson Lane Project in Murfreesboro. 3-mile stretch of road, from Northwest Broad Street to Memorial Boulevard. Crews will work to widen the state route, adding more travel lanes and other features to improve the road.
A center turn lane, curb, and gutter are included in the plans. New traffic signals will also be installed as part of the project. Further details about the construction timeline and potential impacts on traffic are available from the Tennessee Department of Transportation.
For more information, readers can visit the TDOT website or contact them directly.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 27, 2026 ·
Source: WKRN News 2 (ABC affiliate) ·
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