Good morning, Murfreesboro.

The 71st Annual Blackman Barbecue will return Friday, June 27 at Lane Agri Park—315 John R Rice Blvd as locals gather for smoked pork, live music and community tradition after a multi-year COVID-19 pause.

Tickets cost $20 at the door and the event runs from 5:30 to 8:30 PM.

Nissan’s Smyrna Plant reached a milestone by assembling its 700,000th Murano crossover and is now the sole site that builds the model.

Opened in 1983, the plant employs over 5,700 workers, builds more than 6,700 cars each month, and has received an 8.8 billion dollars investment—boosting local auto jobs and innovation.

Murfreesboro Police used its Real Time Crime Center to arrest 20-year-old Kevin Hatter and two teenagers on June 22 after a blue Volkswagen was linked to a drive‐by shooting at Abbington Apartments that hit two units without injuring anyone—Hatter now faces charges for reckless endangerment, vandalism, and possession of an altered tag.

Murfreesboro officials are reminding residents ahead of the Fourth of July that fireworks may only be discharged on July 3rd, 4th, and 5th from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. —they also clarified that fireworks are permitted on December 31 and January 1 only during specific hours and that banned items like bottle rockets, reloadable fireworks, and large mortar tubes, along with strict age restrictions, will result in fines or confiscation.

The 2025 Rutheford County football schedules list games for teams like Blackman, Eagleville, La Vergne, MTCS, Oakland, PCA, Riverdale, Rockvale, Siegel and Smyrna across the region.

The games begin on August 22 and run through October 31—each matchup offering home and away contests.

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.

Rock 101 Music Camp

9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — School of Rock — No cost information available — An engaging camp where budding musicians aged 7-12 explore instruments and perform at a concert.

Anglers Retreat Community Overview

7-9 p.m. — 1107 Sycamore Leaf Way, Murfreesboro, TN — Free entry — Explore the tranquil and luxurious homes of Anglers Retreat nestled in the historic Murfreesboro community.

2nd Annual Berry Festival

10 AM – 2 PM — Hop Springs — $5 parking — Enjoy fresh produce, local vendors, and family-friendly fun at this berry celebration.