Good morning, Murfreesboro.

The Middle Tennessee Pickle Festival returns to Hop Springs on Saturday, Sept.

5, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will feature over 150 vendors, food trucks, live music, eating competitions, and a free petting zoo (admission is $5 cash only).

A local resident shares how her family tradition began when her grandmother made Coca-Cola cake in June to offer comfort during a challenging time.

The treasured recipe has been passed down to her daughter and now helps bring generations together + recalls warm memories of care.

Dr. Katie Schrodt from MTSU explained how the teacher program earned an A+ rating and prepares future educators by stressing literacy and family programs — methods that strengthen classrooms and the community.

The interview outlines the school’s approach to building effective teaching from the ground up.

Today, local families preparing for back-to-school can test and optimize their home WiFi to handle online classes, remote work, and streaming.

United Communications advises checking router placement and considering fiber upgrades to keep connections fast.

Local water utilities in Murfreesboro and Rutherford County received a federal alert last week about a decades-old controller vulnerability (officials confirmed no intrusion) and stress that their systems remain secure.

Rutherford County Government invites local residents to attend a dedication ceremony for the new Recovery Court facility honoring Judge Don R.

Ash and Ms. Mary C. Schneider. The event is set for Wednesday, Aug. 5 at 2:00 p.m. at 525 N University Street.

Harpeth Middle hosted the Tri-County Conference Football Jamboree last Thursday — defeating Cheatham Middle 8-0 and losing to Burns Middle 18-0 — and will open its season on Thursday, Aug.

6 at William James, although only five games are listed on the TSSAA website.

Sycamore Middle School’s football team defeated Dickson Middle 8-6 after fending off a late two-point conversion by the Dragons and tied with Burns Middle 6-6 at the TCC Football Jamboree.

The Knights will open their season Tuesday, Aug. 4 at 6:30 p.m. at White House Heritage Middle.

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.