Good morning, Murfreesboro.

Officer Dustin Nicholson was honored with the Jerry Anderson Hero Award by the NAACP Murfreesboro Branch on Saturday during the MLK Breakfast at MTSU for pulling a woman to safety from an I-24 overpass, where he credited his CIT training (for his swift action).

On Jan. 8, Murfreesboro Mayor Shane McFarland recognized Police Sgt. Mark Wood with a STARS award for his work with the Homeless Outreach Support Team (H.O.S.T.) as multiple nominations highlighted his extra efforts, including paying for community resources out of his own pocket.

MFRD’s Assistant Fire Marshal Shan Womack was elected president of the Tennessee Fire Safety Inspectors Association at the annual conference at Embassy Suites in Murfreesboro on Dec.

8, 2025—she will lead the group with a focus on teamwork while Fire Inspector Jonathan Gaither joined the board.

Dozens of home improvement contractors gathered at the Murfreesboro Home Expo to give homeowners an in-person chance to compare services and learn money-saving tips for renovations.

Visitors were encouraged to ask questions — a key strategy for avoiding costly mistakes.

Tennessee linebacker Arion Carter has decided to return to play for the Vols after withdrawing from the NFL draft and transfer portal; he announced his move on Jan.

18 (via social media) and will serve as a team captain in his final season.

Oakland Patriots won the 37th Rutherford County Swimming Championship Meet on Jan.

17, outscoring Rockvale 164 to 119 while maintaining a 15-year win streak since 1989+ local swimmers now prepare for the Region Meet on Jan. 23 and 24 at Williamson County Rec Center.

Murfreesboro area TSSAA is inviting local residents to vote for the week's top girls athlete for Jan.

12-18. Nominees include athletes from Blackman's, Cannon County, Central Magnet, Eagleville, MTCS, PCA, Rockvale, and Smyrna (voting ends Jan. 22 at 2 p.m.).

Cast your vote to name the top TSSAA girls basketball player in the Murfreesboro area at midseason of the 2025-26 season (nominees include Blackman's, Cannon County, Central Magnet, Eagleville, MTCS, Oakland, PCA, Riverdale, Rockvale and Siegel); the poll will close Jan.

23 at noon.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.