Good morning, Murfreesboro.

Premier Athletics Murfreesboro held a ribbon-cutting after moving into a larger facility that lets more young cheer athletes train and reach their potential.

The company, a community fixture since 2000, now offers expanded tumble classes for students from preschool to high school—preparing local athletes for school and college cheer teams.

Today, Downtown After 5 in Murfreesboro offers local shopping and dining from 5 to 8 p.m. Later this weekend, the Banana Pudding Festival at Hop Springs, Splash Days at Lucky Ladd Farms, the Great Tennessee Air Show at Smyrna and the Franklin Cocktail Festival in Franklin will offer family fun — events featuring free goodie bags, water activities, aerial stunts and outdoor cocktails.

Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department crews responded today to a fire in a home's attached garage on Liberty Drive—firefighters quickly evacuated residents, put out the flames, and found no injuries as the cause remains under investigation.

America’s Thrift Stores will open soon in the former Rose’s and Bargain Hunt space at a shopping center on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, and the store will feature organized sections for women, men, kids and home décor—while a VIP early access event offering 20% off is set before the official opening date is announced.

Elvis Week will be held at Graceland in Memphis from August 8 to 16—drawing Elvis Presley fans from Murfreesboro and Rutherford County with live music, film screenings, guest panels, book signings and a Candlelight Vigil on August 15.

Notable guests including Carol Connors, Ann Moses and Sandy Kawelo will share stories that highlight Elvis' legacy during the celebration.

Thirty rising sixth graders from northern Rutherford County Schools are attending a three-day Junior Deputy Academy at Brown's Chapel Elementary School to learn about law enforcement, first aid, and self-protection techniques + take part in team activities that build trust with school resource officers as they prepare for middle school.

ALDI announced a voluntary recall of Casa Mamita Churro Bites Filled with Chocolate Hazelnut Cream due to an undeclared milk allergen detected on June 4 that poses a serious risk for customers with milk allergies or lactose intolerance.

The product is sold at select stores in 13 states including Tennessee—manufactured by Camerican International, Inc with a best if used by date of July 14.

David Wilson was named regional sports editor for The Murfreesboro Post effective June 2 and will oversee sports coverage for Main Street Media’s East Middle region where he works with Monte Hale Jr. to build on the paper's local sports presence.

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.

Titus2Talks: Women's Relationship Forum

11 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Linebaugh Public Library — Free entry — Engage in meaningful discussions and insights about romantic relationships over food and conversation.

Vacation Bible School

10 PM — Zoom — Contact for more info — A spiritually enriching online experience for the community.