Good morning, Murfreesboro.

Local updates include a proposed new Lowe's on South Church Street and MTSU announcing Dr. Sidney McPhee’s retirement (after 25 years), while Dr. Rebecca Oldham hosts a family violence panel series.

Community events offering fun are Free Cone Day at Dairy Queen and live music at The Walnut House.

Rising country artist Belles will perform live at Hop Springs on July 31 during her Songs & Stories Tour.

The event in Murfreesboro will feature personal storytelling and live renditions of her new song (Son of Jolene) as she connects with local fans.

Local families are invited to host high school exchange students arriving in August through Cultural Homestay International; the volunteer program matches students with homes in Middle Tennessee and offers a unique cultural exchange (like Friday night football and cherished local traditions).

At MTSU’s Todd Art Gallery, students, faculty, and community members experienced a replica 18th-century Franklin press that recreated early American printing techniques during a celebration of America’s semiquincentennial and Evacuation Day — an event that offered a hands-on look at historic craftsmanship.

Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department is hosting a free citizens CPR class on Saturday, May 30 from 9 to 11 a.m. at 1930 Memorial Blvd inside the Airport Business Center, where participants will learn CPR for adults (child and infant techniques included) and AED use to boost emergency readiness.

Middle Tennessee women's basketball faces St. Bonaventure in the second round of the WNIT Super 16 today at 6:30 p.m. CDT—after the Bonnies earned a first-round overtime win over Drexel, coach Jim Crowley leads his team in its first postseason play since 2016.

Residents can vote for the TSSAA boys athlete of the week from March 16-21 with nominees from Blackman, Eagleville, Oakland, Riverdale, Siegel, Smyrna and Stewarts Creek.

Votes close at 2 p.m. on March 26.

Mastering Situational Awareness Workshop

6-8 p.m. — The Outpost Armory — Free entry — Enhance personal safety skills and gain insights into legal responsibilities in a community-focused setting.

Riverdale Middle School Relays

5:00 p.m. — Riverdale High School — $65 entry fee per school — Compete in exciting middle school relays and field events.

April Fool's Day Painting Event

2-3:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — Paid reservation required — Create a whimsical hot dog painting in a fun, family-friendly environment.

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.