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Murfreesboro
Thursday, February 5th, 2026
Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Food Lion Feeds partnered with Second Harvest Food Bank on Feb. 4 to deliver 16,000 pounds of shelf-stable food and 8,000 bottles of water for families affected by storms in Middle Tennessee (residents are still waiting for power to be restored). FOX 17
- ➤ Seven inmates at the Adult Detention Center graduated the Rutherford County Re-Entry Program today by earning certificates in Moral Recognition Therapy and Anger Management, and former inmate Candy Blank (a certified peer support specialist at the Safe Baby Court) shared a message of hope while staff and volunteers observed the ceremony. Rutherford County Source
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Chickasaw photographer Rahim Fortune spoke at an MTSU Photo Society panel on Feb. 3, sharing how his Chickasaw heritage and family history guide his art. He explained how his work evolved from personal projects to published books that capture life in the South. MTSU Sidelines
- ➤ Rutherford County high schools are launching a spring theater season when Oakland High performs 'Seussical the Musical' Feb. 12-14 at Patriot Dr., and other schools stage shows (such as Riverdale’s 'Shrek, the Musical' and Siegel’s 'Hadestown Teen Edition') featuring both students and alumni. Murfreesboro Post
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ During Jan. 28 to Feb. 4, several eateries in Murfreesboro including China Wok and Yoki Buffet received their lowest food health scores during routine inspections. The Department of Health requires eateries to display inspection reports and advises residents to call (800-293-8228) for any food safety concerns. Rutherford County Source
- ➤ Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital opened its Structural Heart and Valve Center today in Murfreesboro to offer advanced heart treatments and reduce travel needs; the center, led by expert heart specialists (Dr. Wilson Clements, Dr. Aaron Hoffman, and Dr. Soubhi Azzouz), enhances local patient care. Murfreesboro.com
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Hattie Jane’s Creamery will celebrate National Ice Cream for Breakfast Day in Murfreesboro on Saturday, Feb. 7 with a family-friendly event starting at 9 a.m. Guests wearing pajamas will receive a 15% discount from 9 a.m. to noon and can enjoy breakfast-inspired treats. Rutherford County Source
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Middle Tennessee State University and The Annex Group announced that financing closed on Dec. 23 for the $56M Womack Commons student housing community. Construction will begin immediately on campus at the corner of Homecoming Drive (Blue Raider Circle) with completion scheduled for summer. Murfreesboro Post
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ MTSU football announced new offensive coaching hires for the 2026 season with Al Poree as running backs coach and Ross Jenkins as tight ends coach, according to head coach Derek Mason. The changes aim to boost the team’s competitiveness for championships. MTSU Sidelines
- ➤ MTSU football coach Derek Mason finalized a 2026 roster on Feb. 4 that added 35 players, including four high school signees + 17 transfer portal players from power conference schools such as Southern Cal, Missouri, and Kansas State. The moves strengthen the Blue Raiders ahead of the season. 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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