Good morning, Murfreesboro.

Buc-ee's, the Texas-based travel center chain, will expand in Tennessee with a Murfreesboro store opening before the end of 2026 that will add 250 jobs & a Gallaway site scheduled for the third quarter of 2027, raising the state's total to four locations.

A new Tidal Wave Car Wash is under construction behind the Racetrac gas station near The Chop House + Bonefish Grill on Medical Center Parkway.

Builders said it will open when it's done.

Murfreesboro starts its America 250 celebration on Friday, July 3 with a mural dedication at 6 p.m. on the Historical Downtown Square + a free concert by Entice from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., while the Public Square closes to vehicles at 5 p.m.

MTSU launches Tennessee’s first MFA in Film and Television this fall at the Scott Borchetta College of Media and Entertainment in Murfreesboro.

The 60-credit, three-year program will help keep local creative talent in Tennessee & build on the growing film and TV production industry in the area.

Drivers near Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital face delays as a traffic signal at Medical Center Parkway and Arnhart Drive remains out and police direct vehicles while crews work on repairs (with Arnhart Drive closed and limited hospital access).

Former Titans running back Chris Johnson revealed his ALS diagnosis on Monday, saying the disease has changed his body but not his spirit.

He now uses a speech device to communicate and hopes his story inspires earlier diagnoses and more research to help others.

A severe extreme heat warning is in effect for Rutherford County and parts of Middle Tennessee until Thursday.

Today, temperatures are expected to reach 96°F with heat index values climbing to 109°F, prompting residents to take precautions against heat-related illnesses.

This week, The Tennessean released its grocery deals roundup for Middle Tennessee, highlighting specials such as $8.99 deli pork ribs at Aldi and $1.49 per-pound pork loin chops at Save A Lot — offers aimed at helping shoppers beat the heat.

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.