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Murfreesboro
Monday, February 9th, 2026
Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Foundation will host its 19th annual Rutherford Society Gala on March 21 at 6 p.m. at Five Senses Restaurant to honor philanthropic leaders including Gordon and Cindy Ferguson — longtime healthcare and education supporters — and retired physician Dr. Jim Rungee. Murfreesboro.com
- ➤ Dr. Eric Moskow has challenged State Representative Mike Sparks to a one-on-one chess match — he will donate $50,000 to Rutherford County’s Checkmate for Charity if he loses. The challenge builds on Marcus Lemonis’ earlier $5,000 donation to support local youth chess programs. WGNS
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Armando from Tazikis toured the new spot at 4310 Veterans Parkway, which will open March 2; job seekers can attend Discovery Days (Tuesday and Friday from 2–4 p.m.) at The Oaks Shopping Center. Murfreesboro.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bradley Academy and Patterson Park are hosting their annual African American Cultural Celebration—titled Legacy and Light: Inspiring Tomorrow Through Art—on Thursday, Feb. 26 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. The event will feature student showcases, art exhibits, live music and local history displays in celebration of culture and heritage. Murfreesboro.com
- ➤ The Dollhouse, Diorama and Miniatures Exhibition runs from Sunday, Mar. 29–April 4 at Oaklands Mansion and Maney Hall in Murfreesboro, showcasing vintage and handmade pieces by local artists (ticket prices are $15 for adults, $12 for seniors/military, and $10 for students, with free entry for members). Rutherford County Source
- ➤ Chickasaw artist Rahim Fortune visited local students to discuss art (and its ties to culture and family) at a recent school event. MTSU Sidelines
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Three Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders finished in the top 10 at the Thomas Sharkey Individual Collegiate on Sunday at Georgia Southern University Golf Course. Their strong showing adds to the team's impressive season in collegiate golf. WGNS
- ➤ MTSU’s Blue Raiders split a weekend series with No.7 South Carolina in Antioch, led by Matthew Siciliano’s four-goal senior night on Feb. 7-8. The team will use the momentum heading into the College Hockey South Division III playoffs on Feb. 26 (opponent pending). MTSU Sidelines
- ➤ Summit wrestlers earned three region titles, and Senior Zachery Little won at 157 with a 13-1 decision & will advance to Saturday’s Section 3-AA tourney at Page; teammates Mark Taddeo and Jin Saito also claimed championships as Independence wrestlers finished second. Murfreesboro Post
- ➤ The TSSAA basketball playoffs have begun in the Nashville area with Division II district games on Feb. 9, as the Division I girls state tournament will run from March 11 to 14 in Murfreesboro & local fans prepare to cheer their teams. The Daily News Journal
- ➤ Residents can vote for the TSSAA girls athlete of the week from Feb. 2 to Feb. 7; the poll closes at 2 p.m. on Feb. 12. Nominees include (Sam Garner, Rylee Young, Madisen Stanley, Jovie McCall, Zariyah Benford, Jules Ferrell, Kayte Madison Bjornstad, Abby Dennis, Amaya Nash and Indya McDuffey). The Daily News Journal
- ➤ Local TSSAA boys athlete of the week nominees are open for voting in Murfreesboro; voters can choose between Miles Alexander, Nathan Deinard, James Bega, Malik Sanders, Chris Washington Jr., Kaleb Lewis, Kale Martin, Kaden Matthews and Jerry Taylor. Voting ends at 2 p.m. on Feb. 12. The Daily News Journal
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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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