Good morning, Murfreesboro.

Nourish Food Bank in Murfreesboro is in crisis after losing 15% of its federal funding and now has about one month left of operating money—this nonprofit serves between 30 and 60 families daily and has started a social media donation campaign to secure funds until expected end-of-year donations arrive.

The Tennessee Agricultural Museum will hold a free Farm Fun Day on July 19 at the Ellington Agricultural Center campus at 404 Hogan Rd from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. where kids and families can meet farm animals, enjoy a petting zoo with two goats, see master gardeners and hear representatives from local museums + free parking is offered.

The Murfreesboro Police Department School Safety Division earned the Model SRO Agency Award from the National Association of School Resource Officers for its creative approach to school-based policing, receiving the honor at the annual conference in Grapevine, Texas on July 8—making it the only Tennessee agency among nine winners.

Murfreesboro Police Department’s School Safety Division received the Model SRO Agency Award from the National Association of School Resource Officers for its innovative approach to school policing on July 8 in Grapevine, Texas — it is the only agency in Tennessee among ten nationwide to earn the honor.

The Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department rolled out a new fleet of advanced drones that use high-resolution cameras, thermal imaging, gas sensors, and mapping tools—helping firefighters get real-time views in emergencies.

The drones, approved by the U.S. Department of Defense, are stationed at key fire stations and can be deployed within 12 minutes to improve response during search and rescue, hazardous material incidents, and disaster situations.

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.

Authentic Jeep Meet

11 AM – 5 PM — Hop Springs — Free entry — Celebrate the inaugural 4x4 event with vendors, food, live music, and community spirit while benefiting local veterans.

Pour Your Own Epoxy Class

12-2 p.m. — Cedar Glade Brews — Cost varies — Unleash your creativity while making unique epoxy art in a fun and supportive environment.

Public Safety Wellness Course

N/A — July 28-29 — Rutherford County Emergency Management — Free entry — Learn resiliency strategies to enhance mental and physical well-being for law enforcement professionals.

Tennessee EMS Education Association I/C Course

8:30-4:00 p.m. — Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville SE Murfreesboro — Admission fee required — Complete your I/C endorsement with this essential EMS training course.

Grupo Corona Boys Live Concert

10 p.m. — Mi Patria Mexican Restaurant #2 — Tickets available — Experience a night of vibrant regional music with Grupo Corona Boys and immerse yourself in the excitement of a live concert.

Writers Mingle

3-5 p.m. — Dapper Owl — Free entry — Connect with fellow writers in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

Southern Chiropractic Conference

5 PM — Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville SE Murfreesboro — Cost Info Unknown — Explore chiropractic practices and network with professionals from the southern states.

Tin Roof Cats

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Hop Springs — Tickets from $14.34 — Experience the spirit of the Dead through new-age interpretations of their iconic songwriting and improvisation.