Good morning, Murfreesboro.

The Murfreesboro Spring Festival will take place at Hop Springs on May 31 from 10 AM to 3 PM — the event will include a free petting zoo, fun activities for kids and over 75 vendors with handmade crafts and food.

Attendees can expect a lively family event with a variety of vendor offerings.

Memorial Day Madness at Boro Beach will be held on May 26 from 10am to 4:30pm at Sports—Com, 2310 Memorial Blvd in Murfreesboro where families can enjoy swimming, music and prizes with admission costing $12 for adults and $8 for youth, seniors and military.

Season passes and special discounts for local residents are available for future purchase.

Quality Furniture Company, a family-owned business since 1969, closed its doors after 56 years when it began its final going-out-of-business sale on May 8 along Old Fort Parkway—marking the end of an era.

Once the clearance sale concludes, the 20,000-square-foot showroom at 745 Old Fort Parkway will be available for lease to potential tenants.

Investigators are examining the homicide of a 31 year old woman, Kristiana Shook-Livingston, after hunters found her body near the Gin Creek Wildlife Management Area parking lot on May 10th in Henry County—law enforcement urges anyone with information to come forward.

Eagleville native Mattie Pruitt, a 16-year-old singer, wrapped up her American Idol run on May 11th by finishing just short of the Top 5—she earned praise for her strong, heartfelt performances throughout the season.

Local supporters in Rutherford County rallied with handmade posters and watch parties, and many expect her music career to grow.

Over the weekend, nearly 2,500 students graduated from MTSU at Murphy Center where over 400 graduate and nearly 2,000 undergraduate degrees were awarded—speeches from alumni, the university president and state leaders encouraged graduates to pursue new challenges—reminding them that learning continues after graduation.

Stewarts Creek won the District 7-4A softball tournament with a 7-1 win over Wilson Central last Friday afternoon — the team ended the regular season as champions at home in Smyrna.

Oakland won District 8-4A softball title with a 9-7 win over Blackman last Thursday at Riverdale+ the team said they locked in individually and worked together to make key plays in the championship game.

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.