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Murfreesboro
Sunday, January 18th, 2026
Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Night Sounds Hike will take place on Wednesday, Jan. 21 at 4:30 p.m. at The Wilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park where participants will enjoy a free, moderate 3-mile walk in dark woods searching for local critters + headlamps are provided. Rutherford County Source
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Cripple Creek Cloggers invite locals to join free clogging sessions on select Sundays at 4 p.m. at the Smyrna Senior Activity Center, starting today, Jan. 18, as the group celebrates 58 years and prepares for International Folkfest in Murfreesboro June 7-14 + share Appalachian heritage through dance. WGNS
- ➤ Walnut House (116 N. Walnut St.) is set to host the Curtains UP Theater Revue on Saturday, Jan. 31, with local theater groups performing at 6 p.m. after a 5 p.m. reception featuring light snacks, free admission and a suggested donation of 10 dollars. WGNS
- ➤ MTSU’s Department of Art and Design will host Yokai Parade: Supernatural Monsters from Japan at Todd Art Gallery with a reception at 2:00 p.m. Thursday (Jan. 22). The exhibition runs through Feb. 24 and shows over 600 sqft of Japanese folklore artwork brought by The Japan Foundation and local partners. WGNS
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ MTSU’s Student Food Pantry supports over 18,000 students by offering free food, hygiene items, and school supplies (open Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.), while a digital marketplace helps remote learners access essentials. Murfreesboro.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ MTSU men's basketball won 90-87 over Missouri State in double overtime at the Murphy Center on Jan. 17 — the team rallied from an eight-point deficit with Kamari Lands scoring 21 points and Torey Alston adding 22. MTSU Sidelines
- ➤ Wilson Central coach Jason Knowles reached his 100th win on Saturday when his girls beat Hutchison School 60 to 51 in the Kay Maynard State Farm Classic at Campbell Brandon Gym in Lebanon. Murfreesboro Post
- ➤ Middle Tennessee edged Sam Houston 68-67 on Saturday afternoon at Johnson Center in a tight CUSA basketball game that came down to the final play. WGNS
- ➤ Siegel Stars beat Green Hill 22-5 to earn their first spot in the state bowling tournament (which starts Wednesday, Jan. 21 at 8:30 a.m. in Smyrna) where ten bowlers from Rutherford County will compete. Murfreesboro Post
- ➤ Beech remained undefeated in district play after beating Gallatin by 27 points on Friday (record now 19-2). The win marked a strong performance as the season continues. Murfreesboro Post
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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.
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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.
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Revolution and Jill FM Concert
7-10 p.m. — Hop Springs — All ages welcome — Enjoy the best rock songs from the 70s, 80s, 90s, and more.
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Candlelight Concert: Tribute to Queen
8:45-9:45 p.m. — Williamson Family Farm — Get your tickets now — Enjoy a mesmerizing candlelight tribute to Queen's greatest hits performed by a talented string quartet.
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Galentine's Day Celebration
6-8:30 p.m. — RSRVD Event Studio — All ages welcome — Celebrate friendship with drinks, treats, and good vibes at this joyful gathering.
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Raw Curious Seminar
6-7 p.m. — Licker & Whine Pet Market — Free entry — Discover the essentials of raw feeding for pets presented by OC Raw.
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