Good morning, Murfreesboro.

MTSU’s LEADS initiative will offer fully funded Ed.S. degrees to 17 math and science teachers from local schools after a recent daylong orientation by the Tennessee STEM Education Center—aiming to boost K-12 data science instruction.

MTSU will celebrate 709 graduates at its summer commencement on Aug. 9 starting at 9 a.m. in Hale Arena inside Murphy Center.

Today, the Fat Boy Basketball league held its Backpack and Beyond event at Madison Park to give kids backpacks filled with school supplies and free haircuts—boosting their confidence for the new school year.

Today, Smyrna Airport opened its new runway 1/19 with a 5,546-foot asphalt surface and LED lights to boost safety, efficiency, and capacity.

The $13 million project—funded by state and local agencies—replaced old pavement and is part of a broader plan to modernize the airport.

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.

Modern Calligraphy Workshop for Beginners

6:00-7:30 p.m. — RSRVD Event Studio — Ticket required — Explore the art of modern calligraphy in a creative workshop perfect for all craft enthusiasts.

Austin Peay vs. Middle Tennessee State Football Game

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Floyd Stadium — Ticket required — Experience the excitement of college football as Austin Peay takes on Middle Tennessee State.