Good morning, Murfreesboro.

Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation will host a free Juneteenth festival on Saturday, June 20 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM near the Bradley Academy Museum and Cultural Center — the event will feature live entertainment, vendors, educational exhibits, games and food trucks for family fun.

TEMA urges families to prepare pet go-kits for emergencies during Pet Preparedness Month, with Tractor Supply Company hosting a day on June 27.

Riverdale High School named Wayne Kendrick its new baseball coach, while the library's American Revolution Experience — running through June 10 — adds to the summer lineup.

Friday Night Live returns downtown on Friday, June 5 with high-energy tribute band The Piano Men performing live music from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on the public square, while community art tile painting, food trucks, and road closures starting at 5:00 p.m. boost the celebration.

Jessica Supakhan, a Holloway High alumna, was named principal of both Holloway High School and Rutherford County Virtual School yesterday at their shared campus in downtown Murfreesboro.

She plans to refine the school’s focus on fine arts, agriculture, design and business (as outlined by the board agenda).

Conference USA announced 31 student-athletes were named to the 2026 College Sports Communicators’ Academic All-District Baseball Teams on Tuesday, with MTSU receiving five honors and five players advancing as Academic All-America finalists for the national ballot.

Rutherford County health inspectors reported the lowest food safety scores from May 19 to June 2, with Asuka Hibachi & Buffet in Smyrna scoring 65 on June 1 and Honky Tonkin 'Bout Kitchen scoring 93 on May 29; reports are posted at county health offices.

The Predators hired Chris MacFarland as the new general manager & president of hockey operations on June 2; he brings 11 seasons of Colorado Avalanche experience and a Stanley Cup win to guide the team forward.

Chris Childers (Show Pony) will become the new PA announcer for Blue Raider football at Floyd Stadium, with his debut scheduled for Sept.

5. The MTSU alum and SiriusXM host brings extensive experience covering college sports.

MTSU men's basketball will play Kansas and coach Bill Self on Nov.

6 at Allen Fieldhouse as part of their non-conference schedule; it is their first matchup since 2000 and the team has lost all previous meetings.

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.

Wedi Certified Installer Workshop

5:00 p.m. — Floor and Decor — Free entry — Get wedi certified and learn about waterproof shower systems while enjoying food and drinks.

The Pirates of Penzance

7:30-9:45 p.m. — Mills-Pate Arts Center — $18 — Enjoy a captivating performance of Gilbert and Sullivan's classic operetta by Consider This Theatre Company.

Make Music Murfreesboro

1-4 p.m. — Hop Springs — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant day of live music featuring local talent and the School of Rock House Band.

USA 250 Mural Mosaic Unveiling

6-9:30 p.m. — Shacklett's Photography — Free entry — Celebrate the unveiling of a mural during a lively concert to kick off the 4th of July weekend.