Good morning, Murfreesboro.

Music City Speedtacular Horse Show features over 100 horses and races, with timed competitions on Thursday and oval events today and Saturday at the International Speed Horse Association.

Doors open at 2:00 p.m. and events start at 4:00 p.m.; admission is $10 with free entry for kids.

The Child Advocacy Center of Rutherford County launches an Internet safety campaign this month to help parents protect kids online.

It offers training sessions for adults and children and advises families to talk regularly about website visits and keep devices in shared areas (to ease monitoring).

John & Jen recapped the Hardy Fund charity event in Nashville while previewing a busy weekend including Friday Night Live on Murfreesboro Square with The Piano Men and a new business venture opening soon.

Additional events include a Speed Horse Show, Free Boat Day and a Secret Garden Party.

Murfreesboro City Council member Jami Averwater outlined plans to bring a second Lowe's store to the far south side (located off Shelbyville Pike near Tiger Hill) that may expand local retail options.

The proposal will be reviewed by the council soon.

International Folkfest dancers from France, Germany, Croatia and local cloggers will perform free events from June 8–13 across Middle TN at libraries, senior centers and outdoor festivals in Murfreesboro, Smyrna, La Vergne and Eagleville.

Allen Jackson Ministries will host the Culture & Christianity Conference at World Outreach Church in Murfreesboro on Sept.

18 to 19. Registration is now open for pastors, leaders and believers, with discounted rates for students and groups — check details on the website.

Jordan McCullough of Murfreesboro and Mattie Pruitt of Eagleville performed at CMA Fest (downtown Nashville) on June 3.

McCullough debuted his new song 'See Me' ahead of its official release on June 19 and his tour includes a stop at the Grand Ole Opry on June 18.

The DAR chapters have donated a Ken Burns’ American Revolution companion set and launched an interactive Revolutionary Era exhibit at Linebaugh Public Library downtown.

The exhibit will run until June 10 (America 250) and features a scavenger hunt, colonial games, and Revolutionary Bingo for visitors.

MTSU is hosting its New to Blue orientation for incoming freshmen and transfer students with weekly sessions through early August.

The program provides campus tours, academic advising, and class registration help, preparing students for classes that begin Aug. 24 (a key step in their transition to college).

Middle Tennessee State University nontraditional female students can now apply for a scholarship that covers full tuition after the June S.

Anderson Foundation extended the deadline to June 30. Eligible applicants must be at least 23 and enrolled in programs where women are underrepresented.

Donna Dansby Reels earned her Doctor of Education and credits her mother for guiding her unique academic path — her EMBED Framework now helps New Hope Academy build student confidence.

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.