Good morning, Murfreesboro.

The YMCA of Middle Tennessee joins a national digital safety campaign from April 13 to 17 to help parents and caregivers protect kids online.

It partners with Praesidium, National Center for Exploited and Missing Children, Lauren's Kids and National Children's Alliance to offer essential resources.

More than 100 high school students gathered at MTSU's inaugural Public Health Symposium in late March.

Organized by the Department of Health and Human Performance, the event offered hands-on learning, discussions + networking with university faculty while planning to expand participation this fall.

David Coutcher has been named the interim director of the Rutherford County Library System following the termination of former director Luanne James.

The board will soon begin a formal search for a permanent director as Linebaugh Library prepares to relocate children’s books amid community debate.

The IRS extended the filing deadline to May 22 for business + individual returns in 23 counties hit by a winter storm, including Rutherford.

Taxpayers in affected areas are automatically identified while those outside the disaster zone should call for relief options.

Middle Tennessee's Blue Raiders secured the top seed for the Conference USA Tournament + will host the event April 17–19 at their campus in Murfreesboro.

Murfreesboro high school football teams begin spring practice in late April and early May with 12 practices in 15 days, though teams on probation like Blackman and Riverdale will skip scrimmages.

New head coaches start at Blackman, Stewarts Creek & Providence Christian as transfers add fresh energy.

MTSU now pays student athletes in two parts, spring & fall, after revenue sharing started last July; local sponsors like Murfreesboro Hyundai support the new plan aimed at boosting team finances and community engagement.

Residents can vote for the top TSSAA baseball player at midseason as the poll closes at noon on April 17 using game stats through April 5.

Nominees include players from Blackman, Cannon County, Central Magnet and other schools.

Murfreesboro invites local sports fans to vote for the top TSSAA boys soccer player from nominees at Blackman's, Central Magnet, PCA, Riverdale, Rockvale, Siegel, Smyrna, and Stewarts Creek; voting ends at noon on April 17 using stats from matches through April 5.

The Murfreesboro Post has announced its 2026 All-Rutherford County basketball team selections, highlighting standout players from PCA and Blackman after PCA captured a state title and Blackman finished with a 29-4 season.

Titans fans can voice their draft strategy preferences as local reporter Nick Suss invites input on five potential paths for the upcoming NFL Draft.

Fans can email their rankings and ideas (including mixes of pass rushers, running backs and wide receivers) as the big day nears.

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.

Area 16 Special Olympic Games for High School and Adults

10 a.m. — Dean A. Hayes Track and Soccer Stadium — Free admission — Come support local athletes as they showcase their skills in a series of exciting events.

Brooks Herring Band Live Performance

7-10 p.m. — Hop Springs — $20.97 — Experience the dynamic country music of Brooks Herring, blending grit and vulnerability in an unforgettable live show.