Good morning, Murfreesboro.

This weekend, five events offer fun countywide.

A 50th Anniversary Celebration at Cannonsburgh Village is today from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m.; Saturday features the Stones River Summer Market, Movies Under the Stars and Smyrna Splash and Dash with a youth triathlon, while Fairytale Days in Eagleville runs Saturday and Sunday.

Dolly Parton, 80, opened her Tennessean Travel Stop in Cornersville on Wednesday, cutting the ribbon as fans sampled BBQ dishes and ‘Cup of Ambition’ coffee.

The singer cancelled her Las Vegas residency for health reasons and continues treatment + shows progress.

Wawa is set to open a convenience and fuel store at 1000 Murfreesboro Road in Lebanon by the end of September while planning a second location on South Hartmann Drive.

The company opened its first Tennessee store in Clarksville on June 18.

Local musicians and vocal students will perform a 'Patriotic Review' concert on Thursday, July 2 at 7:00 p.m. in Murfreesboro + the event marks America's 250th anniversary with traditional marches and musical tributes to veterans.

Data from the Tennessee Department of Labor showed Rutherford County’s May unemployment rate at 2.6% while Murfreesboro, Smyrna, and La Vergne posted rates below 3%—a strong local job market compared to the statewide 3.6% rate.

Rutherford County Schools board voted on 48 policy changes during its June 23 meeting.

One change lets job candidates be interviewed in either open or closed sessions instead of always open as required by state law, with records remaining public.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service approved the 2025 Tennessee State Wildlife Action Plan that was developed with conservation partners including the Tennessee Nature Conservancy to protect local species and habitats, guide recovery for threatened or endangered species, and support ongoing conservation efforts.

Drivers on I-24 near Exit 76 should expect delays due to electrical line work scheduled for Sunday morning, June 28.

Middle Tennessee Electric and Guardian Traffic Control will briefly shut down traffic and set up rolling roadblocks for about five to six hours.

Middle Tennessee State University will host its Blue Raider Blitz tour this July with stops in Tullahoma on July 24, Nashville on July 28, Shelbyville on July 29, and a closing event at Cedar Glade Brews in Murfreesboro on July 30.

Fans can purchase season tickets and win prizes.

Riverdale senior offensive lineman Tyi Duncan, a recent Brentwood Academy transfer, committed to Memphis football on June 24.

He is among several Warriors joining college programs during the offseason.

The Predators may pick forward Wyatt Cullen with their No. 10 pick in tonight’s NHL Draft to add more offense, as he posted 16 goals & 29 assists last season and has a strong family tie with the team since his father played for them.

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.

Taste of Rutherford

6-8 p.m. — Oaklands Mansion — $65 General Admission / $150 VIP — Enjoy tastings from over 25 local restaurants with live music at this annual fundraiser.

Free Legal Clinic – Rutherford County

3-5 p.m. — Greenhouse Ministries — Free consultation — Meet with an attorney for confidential advice on civil legal matters.