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Murfreesboro
Friday, February 20th, 2026
Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A friendly German shepherd named Jack wandered Plainview Elementary School's campus in Christiana yesterday; School Resource Officer Mick Rea kept him safe until Hannah Miller reunited him with his family. The event showed how local officers care for both students and pets. WGNS
- ➤ The Daddy/Daughter Ball and Bake Sale benefitting Women Are Safe will take place on Saturday, Mar. 14 from 6-9 p.m. at The Stables Event Space, featuring dinner by Linita's Catering, dancing, and a public bake sale; tickets are $55.20 per couple (the first 50 couples receive swag bags). Murfreesboro Post
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, Mitchell-Neilson Elementary School evacuated students and staff after smoke from a malfunctioning HVAC unit filled its library—firefighters arrived around 2 p.m. and confirmed no injuries or structural damage. WGNS
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Rutherford County Archaeological Society is holding its first meeting of 2026 this Sunday at 2 p.m. in Maney Hall at Oaklands Mansion to hear archaeologist Lauren Walls—familiar from previous talks—present her latest research on local stone walls and preservation efforts. WGNS
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ MTSU reported record online enrollment in Fall 2025 with over 57% of its 20,000 students taking at least one online course. The university expanded online offerings from 24 to 83 programs and increased support services through dedicated faculty and resources. WGNS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ TDEC is asking a court to reverse an order that halted processing of Middle Point Landfill's vertical expansion. The agency argues the proposal is just a modification that does not need regional review, and a hearing is scheduled for 9 a.m. today. FOX 17
- ➤ TDOT crews are repairing potholes on I-24 today, causing lane closures from 5 a.m. to 4 p.m. & heavy traffic, with full resurfacing planned for spring when warmer weather returns. WSMV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Ascension Saint Thomas welcomed Maple Street Medical into its network this week as it rebranded its clinic at 130 S. Maple Street in historic downtown Murfreesboro, and patients will keep seeing trusted providers + gain access to broader specialist care. WGNS
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Lady Raiders, ranked second in Conference USA, are set for their final away series as they aim to boost their tournament seeding. They will travel to Bowling Green on Saturday at 2 p.m. CDT to face Western Kentucky. MTSU Sidelines
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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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Special Kids Race
7-11 a.m. — Murfreesboro Medical Clinic — Entry fee varies — Participate in a 5 km and various fun runs supporting Special Kids Therapy and Nursing Center.
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U.S. Open Cup: Tennessee Tempo FC vs. Chattanooga Red Wolves SC
7-9 p.m. — Richard Siegel Soccer Complex — Check for ticket info — Witness local soccer rivalries unfold in a thrilling cup match.
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Line Dance Night
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Hop Springs — Free entry — Enjoy boot-stompin' fun with live country music and line dance instruction.
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Da Sunday Open Jam
2:30-6:30 p.m. — Hop Springs — Free entry — Experience the local talent at the Blues Jam with Da Jam Band featuring awesome musicians.
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