Morning
Murfreesboro
Monday, February 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Community Development Department, featured recently on ‘The Insider’ podcast, offered affordable housing assistance and homeowner rehabilitation programs for first-time homebuyers, while its Public Service Grants applications opened Jan. 26 and close Feb. 27 (with a workshop set for Feb. 11 at Municipal Airport) to support low-to-moderate income residents. City of Murfreesboro
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Popular YouTuber Markiplier debuts his feature film Iron Lung today at AMC Stones River 9 in Murfreesboro; the movie is adapted from an indie horror game and brings his unique horror storytelling to local theaters. MTSU Sidelines
- ➤ Oaklands Mansion is hosting A Valentine’s Evening on Saturday, Feb. 14 starting at 5:00 p.m. in Maney Hall. Guests can enjoy dining, dancing, cocktails and group lessons with reserved seating at 5:00, 6:30 or 8:00 p.m. Rutherford County Source
- ➤ Rutherford Ralph, the local groundhog, will appear at sunrise between 6:45 and 7:00 a.m. today and let residents know if six more weeks of winter are coming or if spring is near (a cherished tradition). WGNS
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ MTSU held its annual Spring Student Organization Fair at the Student Union, where students explored clubs, academic groups and special-interest organizations to build connections across campus. Murfreesboro.com
- ➤ A brutal winter storm caused widespread damage across Middle TN, forcing many districts to close; Rutherford County Schools will reopen today while some districts remain closed until Tuesday (Feb. 3). The Daily News Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department has named Captain John Rutledge as its first full-time EMS Instructor and he will begin his role on Feb. 9. A lifelong Rutherford County resident with extensive emergency services experience, he is expected to boost training standards for local first responders. Murfreesboro.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Residents can vote for the TSSAA boys athlete of the week for Jan. 26-31. Voting closes at 2 p.m. on Feb. 5 (nominees include Blackman's Caden Avant, Eagleville's Camden Cole, Oakland's Malik Sanders, PCA's Peyton Applegate, Riverdale's Waymon West, Rockvale's Arden Lewis, and Smyrna's Kaden Matthews). The Daily News Journal
- ➤ Local voters can now select the TSSAA girls athlete of the week for Jan. 26-31 from nominees (Blackman's Layla Hall, Abi Alexander, MC Whitt, Anna Clay Shirley, KK Richardson, Alex Anderson, Riley Williams, and Caydence Thomas); the poll will close at 2 p.m. Feb. 5. The Daily News Journal
- ➤ Senior Alayna Contreras is settling into her role for MTSU women's basketball after averaging 19 points in four games + achieving a season-high 25 points against Western Kentucky. The Blue Raiders will face Missouri State on Feb. 5 + Florida International on Feb. 7. The Daily News Journal
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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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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.
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