Good morning, Murfreesboro.

United Communications is expanding its fiber network across Middle Tennessee to deliver multi-gig speeds and smart network management for homes and businesses in 2026 + the upgrade will boost connection speed, reliability and security as digital needs grow.

Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital added 18 new critical care beds and a new ambulance bay as part of a $42 million upgrade while planning a freestanding ER in eastern Rutherford County (near Lascassas Pike and East Pitts Lane) to offer 24/7 emergency care.

In 2025, Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital expanded its critical care unit by adding 18 beds & a new ambulance bay as the county grew.

The hospital and Murfreesboro Medical Clinic will soon build a $19 million freestanding emergency department on Lascassas Pike to offer 24/7 care.

Harpeth High School boys rallied to a 55-45 win over Liberty Creek Friday night while the girls fell 58-19; the teams will host Houston County on Tuesday before opening district play at Cheatham County Central later this week.

Alec Oglesby started for MTSU men's basketball and scored 25 points with eight 3-pointers in an 88-51 win over Louisiana Tech at Murphy Center on Jan.

2, setting a team record with 22 3-pointers. He returned after missing most of last season with an injury.

Murfreesboro Home Expo

12-6 p.m. — Tennessee Miller Coliseum — Free admission — Discover huge savings, live demos, and a chance to win prizes at this home show.

Walking the Line and Gold Dust Woman Tribute Experience

7 p.m. — Hop Springs — Cost Info Not Provided — Celebrate the music of Johnny Cash and Stevie Nicks with heartfelt tributes in a night of legendary tunes.

Line Dance Night

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Hop Springs — Free — Boot-stompin' good times with instruction and live music from The Rockin' Country Band.