Good morning, Murfreesboro.

On Tuesday, March 31, Rutherford County Schools faced nearly $500M in repair needs from aging HVAC systems while the library board planned an emergency meeting over a director's refusal to relocate books (citing First Amendment concerns).

A housing study noted rising dwelling permits in Murfreesboro amid drought prompting water conservation.

MTSU announced GloRilla as this year’s spring concert headliner, and students shared mixed reactions with excitement and criticism.

The free event will be held on Wednesday, April 29 at Murphy Center at 7 p.m.

Performances by the Stayin’ Alive Divas will take place at the Temple Theatre on April 10-11 at 6 p.m. and April 12 at 2 p.m. to raise funds for the American Cancer Society; ticket prices are $25.

MTSU and MTE unveiled plans to build the Middle Tennessee Quantum Technology Hub at the 2026 Forum on Growth and Regional Challenges held at the Student Union, and they aim to create quantum infrastructure that will drive economic growth in the region (leveraging MTSU’s research strengths and MTE’s wide service area).

In early February, Highland Academy students and staff traveled to Kenya and faced flight delays and long layovers.

They volunteered at Oloosinon Primary School and a local clinic near the Massai Mara — gaining new perspectives through construction work and cultural exchanges.

A TDEC inspection on Mar.

9 found multiple violations at Middle Point Landfill in Rutherford County, including unsatisfactory litter control and insufficient soil cover. Republic Services plans a vertical expansion—70 feet taller—that is under legal review and will require public input.

Crumbl’s new weekly menu offers Strawberries ‘N’ Cream and Easter Pink Sugar Cookies plus a one-day-only bagel sandwich cookie — available today — while Little Caesars launches Four-N-One Stix with four breadstick flavors and Crazy Sauce at local branches from 4 to 8 p.m.

Blackman pitcher Andrew Monson hit a leadoff home run on March 30 at Mack Hawks Field and pitched six innings for a 6-2 win over Oakland.

The team improved to 12-5 with eight straight wins as both teams prepare for district play next week.

Eleven Blue Raiders took part in NFL Pro Day at Floyd Stadium on March 30 — showcasing their skills in front of NFL scouts ahead of the draft.

Local photos capture key moments from the event.

Line Dance Night

6:30-10:30 p.m. — Hop Springs — Free entry — Enjoy boot-stompin' good times with live music and line dance instruction.

Distribution & Operations Conference

All day — Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville SE Murfreesboro — Cost not provided — Engage with industry experts and explore distribution operations strategies.

Murfreesboro Football and Life Skills Camp

9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Rockvale High School Football Field — Registration required — Enhance athletic skills while gaining valuable life lessons in a supportive environment.

School of Rock 1st Anniversary Bash!

1-7 p.m. — Hop Springs — Free — Celebrate the talent of student bands at an exciting anniversary event.