Morning
Murfreesboro
Wednesday, January 21st, 2026
Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Wed, Jan. 14, Nate Williams of Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation showcased the Veterans Park construction site in Murfreesboro, highlighting progress on the city’s newest public park. The Daily News Journal
- ➤ Officer Dustin Nicholson was honored with the Jerry Anderson Hero Award by the NAACP Murfreesboro Branch on Saturday during the MLK Breakfast after he rescued a woman from danger at the I-24 overpass on Dec. 23. He credited his Crisis Intervention Training (CIT) as key to his life-saving actions. Rutherford County Source
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A polar vortex is affecting Middle Tennessee as a winter storm brings snow, sleet or freezing rain this week. Another surge of bitter cold air is expected later in January, with temperatures staying below freezing until Jan. 27. The Daily News Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Jan. 20, Officer Samuel Lopez was named Officer of the Year at the Hero's Den on Northwest Broad Street for offering his lunch and water to help an injured dog found near Northfield Boulevard and Sulphur Springs Road. City of Murfreesboro
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After Robert Saleh was hired as the Titans head coach on Tuesday, Jan. 20, the Tennessee Pro Football Podcast returned with reactions from hosts Terry McCormick + Blaine Kellar regarding his potential staff and his impact on Cam Ward and the NFL Draft. 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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