Good morning, Murfreesboro.

Murfreesboro Police Department is investigating a crash that killed a bicyclist on Sunday at 10 p.m. when a blue Nissan Rogue struck the rider crossing near Carver Avenue — Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard.

Murfreesboro Police are investigating a deadly crash that occurred Sunday, May 4 when a blue Nissan Rogue traveling eastbound on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard near Carver Avenue struck a bicyclist crossing the road.

Middle Tennessee State University honored its top student leaders with the 2024–25 True Blue Honors Bolt Awards on April 28 at the Student Union Ballroom, recognizing four Buchanan Fellows including Victoria Grigsby, Ariel Nicastro, Zachary Thomas, and Connor Prim + naming additional award winners such as Lynzie Gibson and Tiana Williams. On April 30, the new SGA leadership team was sworn in at the Keathley University Theater with R.J. Ware as president and an executive team that includes Kennedy Garrett, Hannah Ferreira, and others.

Brood XIV cicadas emerged in Tennessee in late April when the soil warmed and have been reported in over 65 sightings — southern areas heard the buzz first while northern reports are growing.

The insects will remain until late June and do not bite or sting, though their buzzing may be a nuisance.

Today, TDOT announced that the state budget includes recurring $80 million in General Fund dollars — along with $1 billion in one-time funds — to boost projects and maintain roads and bridges across the region.

The updated 10-year plan shows that projects like the I-24 Southeast Corridor between Nashville and Murfreesboro are on track to improve local travel.

Tennessee has created a new Recurring Transportation Fund that provides $80 million a year for road, bridge, and safety improvements as part of TDOT’s updated 10-Year Plan—projects like adding express toll lanes on I-24 between Nashville and Murfreesboro are already underway.

TDOT will also work on multiple corridors to ease congestion and maintain aging infrastructure without raising taxes.

In April the Middle Tennessee State University stock horse team won the National Intercollegiate Ranch and Stock Horse Association Division 2 title in Amarillo, Texas — they led by 117 points over 14 teams as their riders earned top individual honors.

Modern Calligraphy Workshop

6:00-7:30 p.m. — RSRVD Event Studio — Cost of materials included — Discover the art of modern calligraphy and create beautiful handwritten pieces.

Murfreesboro City Schools Board Meeting

6-8 p.m. — Extended School Program — No cost — Attend the regular session of the Murfreesboro City Schools Board to discuss important educational matters.

ICCCon 2025

10-11 a.m. — Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville SE Murfreesboro — Affordable entry — A celebration of sci-fi fandom with vintage and modern collectibles, guest stars, and engaging programming.

27th Annual Heart of Tennessee USBC Mixed Tournament

8:30 a.m. & 12 p.m. — Murfreesboro Strike & Spare — Entry fees apply — Compete in this festive bowling tournament for mixed teams.

Modern Calligraphy Workshop

6:00-7:30 p.m. — TailGate Brewery Murfreesboro — Ticketed event — Unleash your creativity with modern calligraphy in a relaxed brewery setting.

Asian American Pacific Islander Celebration

10 AM – 5 PM — Discovery Center at Murfree Spring — Free entry — Celebrate cultural diversity with interactive exhibits and performances for the whole family.

ODP South Intra-Regional Combine

8:00 a.m. — Richard Siegel Soccer Complex — Registration fee may apply — Participate in a skill assessment and showcase for aspiring soccer athletes.

Huge Stockpile Garage Sale

7 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Ashwood Cove Apartments — Bargain finds await — Discover treasures at this neighborhood garage sale in a family-friendly community.

Summertime Make & Take Workshop

2-2:45 p.m. — Board & Brush Creative Studio - Murfreesboro — Pre-registration required — Create a beautiful home décor piece step-by-step with provided materials.

Banana Pudding Festival

10 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Hop Springs — Free entry — Indulge in delicious banana pudding flavors at this sweet community celebration.