Good morning, Murfreesboro.

Three people escaped injury when a truck pulling a trailer caught fire on I-840 westbound Saturday morning as crews from Ladder 11 — Rescue 11 — and Engine 5 responded and closed all lanes to extinguish the flames.

Murfreesboro Police Department detectives are investigating vehicle break-ins that happened Monday afternoon at the Fountains at Gateway, Manson Pike Trailhead, and the pickleball courts on Golf Lane—authorities say suspects wanted for burglaries, felony theft, credit card fraud, and vandalism were last seen in a silver Hyundai SUV carrying a Tennessee license plate BFB0638 that is registered to a different vehicle.

Early Monday morning, Murfreesboro Police arrested Damon Moody 21 of Murfreesboro and Fredrick Gates 21 of Smyrna after breaking into a car at an apartment complex on Bradyville Pike; officers responded at 1:24 a.m. after hearing loud banging and seeing men with flashlights and a 2018 Volkswagen with a broken window, and while Moody was released on an 8500 bond, Gates remains in custody on a 9000 bond—both face charges for burglary, theft, vandalism, and possession of burglary tools with Gates also charged for driving on a suspended license—with a court date set for August 4.

Murfreesboro will host the annual International Folkfest from June 9 to June 15 where local and visiting performers will present dance, music and traditional arts from Estonia, Poland and Puerto Rico—offering free and low-cost events at libraries, schools and community centers.

MTSU film students got a boost when alum Patrick Eaton donated a 400-panel LED screen from Fuse Technical Group to support XR/VR filmmaking and live production classes.

The new video wall will be installed in Murphy Center and Studio 1 in the John Bragg Building+ and can be configured for digital scenery or live visuals+.

Between May 21 and May 27, Rutherford County food service establishments earned perfect health scores of 100—including several locations in Murfreesboro and Smyrna—from both routine and follow-up inspections by the county health department.

The establishments now display these scores publicly as required.

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.

The Taste Food Festival

11 AM – 4 PM — Patterson Park Community Center — Admission varies — A vibrant community celebration featuring food tastings, live music, and local vendors.

Open House at 1422 Rebecca Johns Drive

7-9 p.m. — 1422 Rebecca Johns Drive, Murfreesboro, TN — Free entry — Explore a beautiful newly updated townhome in a gated community with access to wonderful amenities.