Good morning, Murfreesboro.

Eagleville Mercantile and Restoration features 41 local vendors offering handmade gifts, home décor, and fresh artisanal treats at 116 South Main Street — the shop supports creativity with unique furniture and skincare products.

Open Tuesday through Saturday, it invites community members to find one-of-a-kind treasures.

The Tennessee Sunflower Festival is taking place at Lucky Ladd Farms in Eagleville from Thursday, July 9 until July 26; visitors can pick sunflowers, enjoy a petting zoo, ride water slides, and explore nature trails for a fun family outing.

MTE is hosting the annual Building Brighter Futures Breakfast on Thursday, Oct.

29 (7:45 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.) at The View at the Fountains to support Kymari House programs for local families.

Historian Carroll Van West ended his 30‑year role at MTSU by launching his new 170‑page book on Tennessee’s century farms (featuring rare photos) that celebrated a 41‑year career, with over 400 local attendees marking the event in Murfreesboro.

The Discovery Center at Murfree Spring will host the 10th Annual Tennessee STEAM Festival Oct.

9–25, featuring STEAM-a-Palooza on Oct. 10 and a Lantern Parade on Oct. 22 (an event that celebrates science, technology, engineering, arts, and math). The Center will soon announce its Honorary Chair.

Veteran officer and classroom teacher Steven McClanahan will serve as the new RCS Safety Director starting Monday, July 13 to lead the district's school safety efforts; he succeeds Patty Oeser, who retired after years of service.

St. Patrick's Anglican Church in Murfreesboro is hosting a free school supply giveaway on Saturday, July 25 starting at 9 a.m. with limited back-to-school kits available on a first-come, first-served basis (children must be present to receive a kit).

4-H members in Murfreesboro prepare for county, regional and state livestock shows this summer.

They spend long hours at the barn refining riding and grooming skills so they can shine in the arena.

Health officials say residents who visited seven Nashville businesses between July 1 and July 4, including Catfeine Cat Cafe in Murfreesboro during June 29-30, may have been exposed to measles.

They advise monitoring for symptoms and contacting a healthcare provider if signs develop.

Rockvale football star Dallas Pauldo committed to Maryland during a ceremony at his high school on July 11 before his family, teammates, and coaches.

He was ranked No. 18 in Tennessee and No. 52 nationally in the 2027 class and chose Maryland over offers from Arkansas and Missouri.

MTSU basketball coach Kermit Davis was honored by induction into the 2026 Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame on Saturday - his career includes 332 wins over 16 seasons and three NCAA Tournament trips.

Rick Insell received the Pat Summitt Lifetime Achievement Award for his long role in boosting women’s basketball.

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.

Friday Night Live on the Square

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Main Street Murfreesboro — Free entry — Experience an evening of live music and dancing in the heart of downtown Murfreesboro.