Middle Tennessee State University will be closed Friday because of concerns about icy roads and passageways, university officials said.

The university's closing includes all day and night classes, and all offices and university activities planned for March 6. The exceptions will be for operations essential to public safety and service to on-campus residents.

Employees designated to provide essential services should contact their supervisors if they feel conditions are too hazardous for them to travel. MTSU students, faculty, staff and other personnel should check www.mtsu.edu/alertupdates for further updates.

The March 6 TSSAA girls state basketball tournament games will proceed as scheduled. They were postponed March 5 because of inclement weather. The tournament will conclude Sunday instead of Saturday. Visit www.TSSAA.org for more information.