Good morning, Murfreesboro.

Sip, Shop & Stroll: Downtown After 5 will take place on Thursday, July 11 in Historic Downtown, offering extended hours from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. for residents to enjoy local shops, dining, and live entertainment.

Volunteer and F&M banks merged under the Lawrence Bank charter on June 8 to offer customers access to 28 branches across Middle Tennessee.

The integration will bring enhanced digital services and greater convenience while keeping a strong local focus.

Middle Tennessee State University marked 10 years of its partnership with Bonnaroo as 26 film and video students provided live support at the festival held last weekend in Manchester.

They worked from their Mobile Production Lab (the truck) to deliver real-time broadcasts alongside industry professionals.

NOAA confirmed a very strong El Niño is forming and expected to strengthen over summer, potentially bringing wetter weather and more storms to the area.

Forecasters say the pattern may reduce Atlantic hurricanes + increase the risk of heavy rain and localized flooding.

Residents are urged to stay cool by hydrating, using cooling centers, and avoiding heavy outdoor work during rising temperatures—health officials say this precaution will help prevent heat illness in vulnerable groups such as older adults, young children, and pets.

The Department of Health confirmed that local food service and pool venues received perfect 100 scores from inspections conducted June 9-16 in Rutherford County.

Inspection reports are posted at each establishment for public review.

Rutherford County’s Department of Health released the latest inspection scores for food service spots and swimming pools from June 9 to June 16.

Food safety reports must be displayed at each venue and are available at county health offices.

Health officials advise residents in Middle Tennessee to stay safe during rising heat by keeping cool, drinking water, and checking on neighbors (using cooling centers if needed) to avoid heat-related illness.

TriStar Health now offers a ten-minute (and $45) cardiac calcium scoring test at many Middle Tennessee locations.

The screening helps detect early signs of heart disease and is recommended for those with risk factors like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or a family history.

After signing a $60 million contract, Tennessee Titans cornerback Alontae Taylor surprised his mom by buying her a home in Murfreesboro on Tuesday, June 16 (the day before today) so his family can spend less time traveling.

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.