Good morning, Murfreesboro.

Linemen from Middle Tennessee Electric and Murfreesboro Fire Rescue battled harsh winter storm conditions—icy roads, sleet and flooding—in Rutherford County as crews restored power and extinguished a small roof fire at International Paper, working nonstop since Friday night to keep the community safe.

Rutherford County Schools will reopen on Friday, Jan.

30 after being closed from Jan. 26 to Jan. 29 for snow and icy roads. The district office will reopen on Thursday, Jan. 29 as crews work to clear roads and restore power (ensuring safe school facilities).

Residents across Rutherford County reported hearing natural frost quakes on Monday night — caused by a rapid drop in temperature after days of melting snow — that startled many.

Experts say the harmless phenomenon was due to quick ice formation and may recur with sudden deep freezes.

Rutherford County Library Alliance is urging residents to gather at Murfreesboro City Hall for the Library Board meeting Monday, Feb.

2 from 4 to 6 p.m. The group says state directives have caused confusion over library policies and calls for transparent decision-making (supporting open access).

The Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department has announced Captain John Rutledge as its first full-time EMS Instructor, set to begin on Feb.

9 in Murfreesboro. A lifelong Rutherford County resident, he brings years of emergency training experience to boost local EMS services.

MTSU club hockey in Murfreesboro built a championship culture under Coach JJ Murray; since 2023, the Blue Raiders won a conference championship (Veterans Cup) and advanced to the Final Four as they now chase a national title.

Blair Baugus was named CUSA Freshman of the Week on Monday, Jan.

26 after scoring 22 points, grabbing eight rebounds and making six steals in the 63—54 win over Liberty, which marked Coach Rick Insell’s 500th win. The Waynesboro native earned the honor for the sixth time this season.

Middle Tennessee women's golf finished fifth at Sea Best Intercollegiate, posting a score of 909 in its spring opener held in Jacksonville, Fla.

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.

SPARK! M is for Moon

9-11 AM — Discovery Center at Murfree Spring — Admission required — Kids explore lunar landscapes with hands-on activities and a journey through an inflatable planetarium.