Good morning, Murfreesboro.

Buc-ee's opened its first Ohio location in Huber Heights on Monday, April 6 (after delays) and plans new sites in Goodyear, San Marcos, Benton, and Murfreesboro later this year.

Local talent Jordan McCollough and Lucas Leon advanced to the top 11 on American Idol after last week’s competitive show.

Fans can expect the contestants to perform classic 90s songs as they continue their journey on the stage (judges praised their standout efforts).

Local Murfreesboro native Jordan McCullough was named one of 11 finalists on American Idol on Monday after singing Mariah Carey’s "Always Be My Baby." Judge Lionel Richie, who picked the song, said he felt McCullough was the best choice; the show airs at 7-p.m. on ABC.

United Communications is expanding its high-performance fiber network today to deliver faster, more reliable internet for remote work, online learning, and local business.

The local provider will extend access in growing neighborhoods throughout Middle Tennessee to meet increasing demand.

MTSU journalism professors Dan and Christine Eschenfelder appeared on HGTV's House Hunters after working with local agent Chad Robinette and filming at The Dapper Owl; their episode (I’m Not a Hoarder) aired in late February and marked a milestone in finding their first home in Murfreesboro.

Rockvale Middle was recognized as one of Tennessee’s top fine arts schools in the Arts Rich Schools of Merit awards from the Tennessee Arts Academy Foundation.

It will now compete for the Arts Rich School of the Year title—showcasing its renewed band, choir, dance and theater programs.

Local pharmacists say the current pharmacy benefits manager system forces independent stores to close faster, while CVS warns 134 locations will shut if SB 2040 passes, causing 2,000 job losses.

The bill (SB 2040) is back on the docket Wednesday.

Siegel baseball secured a 6-2 win over Oakland in the TSSAA District 10-4A game on April 7 — Colton Baron's two-hitter drove his team to victory.

MTSU football coach Derek Mason started spring practice yesterday with redshirt sophomore Roman Gagliano as the top choice for quarterback.

Mason said every player will get a chance to compete as the team works to improve its performance this season.

Nearly 20 wrestlers from Rutherford County competed at the TSSAA state tournament in February at the Williamson County Expo Center in Franklin; Stewarts Creek’s Yamil Rashid won the 190-pound bout and Eagleville’s Houston Retting clinched the 215-pound title.

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.

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.