Good morning, Murfreesboro.

Gumbo Bros is set to open its new Murfreesboro location near Veterans Parkway and I-840 on Friday, May 15 at 11am with a menu featuring Cajun staples like gumbo, red beans — rice, and shrimp po’boys.

The restaurant will celebrate its debut with a kickoff weekend of crawfish and drink specials.

Three Rutherford County schools were placed on lockdown Monday morning after receiving phone threats at Smyrna High, LaVergne High, and Holloway High — law enforcement later reviewed the situation and lifted the lockdown once the threat was determined not credible.

Teddy Swims will perform at Bonnaroo 2026 from June 11 to 14 in Manchester, showcasing his blend of soulful pop and country music while he prepares for The Ugly Tour, which starts Sept.

22 in Kansas City, Mo.

Gas prices in Middle Tennessee remain high as prices in Davidson and Rutherford counties hit about $4.25 per gallon on May 11.

The increase of over $1 from last year is driven by global oil supply concerns affecting local consumers.

Local experts at Murfreesboro Medical Clinic say untreated hearing loss forces the brain to work harder to decode sounds, which may drain energy needed for memory and thinking.

They warn residents to seek early help+treatment to protect long-term brain health.

Former MTSU women's basketball coach Rick Insell was named the 2026 Fred Russell Lifetime Achievement Award recipient and will be honored at the Middle Tennessee High School Sports Awards show on June 9 at Music City Center (after a career spanning over 50 years and 505 wins at MTSU).

Cumberland football coach Tim Mathis announced a 44-player signing class — including freshmen and transfers from Tennessee, Georgia, and Alabama — to boost team depth for 2026.

The class builds on recent seven-win seasons as regional recruiting continues.

Brooks Herring Band Live Performance

7-10 p.m. — Hop Springs — $20.97 — Experience the dynamic country music of Brooks Herring, blending grit and vulnerability in an unforgettable live show.

Line Dance Night

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Hop Springs — Free entry — Step out for a boot-stompin' evening with live country music and line dancing instruction.

Gallagher Guitar Fest 2026

5-9 p.m. — Walnut House Event Venue & Recording Studios — Tickets available now — Enjoy live music and support your favorite artists at this community celebration.

Murfreesboro Strawberry Festival

10 AM – 4 PM — Hop Springs — Tickets starting at $0.00 — Celebrate the sweetness of strawberries with family-friendly activities and fun.

SciFri Book Club at Cedar Glade Brews

5:30-6:30 p.m. — Cedar Glade Brews — Free entry — Dive into discussions about 'Fuzz: When Nature Breaks the Law' with fellow science enthusiasts.

Paint Pour Experience

7-8:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — Payment required — Unleash your creativity by pouring paint on two canvases with guided instruction.

Free Legal Assistance at Cannon County Courthouse

9-11 AM — Cannon County Courthouse — Free entry — Receive expert legal guidance and support during walk-in hours.

A Midsummer Night's Dream

June 5-7, 12-14 — Hop Springs — Ticket prices vary — Experience the whimsical chaos of Shakespeare’s beloved comedy set under the stars.