Good morning, Murfreesboro.

The Journey Home will move from its 6500 square foot location to a new 20000 square foot facility in September, expanding services such as a Wellness Clinic plus interim family housing for families in Rutherford County.

Executive Director Scott Foster said the move marks a milestone in the nonprofit's 19-year history and noted that a grand opening is planned for October.

A Murfreesboro icon, Demos’ Steak and Spaghetti House will open a new location in the Middle Tennessee State University Student Union Building on Monday, August 25th at 9:30 a.m. Run by MTSU alumni Peter and Kristin Demos, the restaurant will serve classic dishes and offer the first 100 students swag bags along with a special free-meal ticket for one lucky Blue Raider.

The Better Business Bureau warns that scammers are targeting elderly homeowners in Middle Tennessee by offering unsolicited driveway services—one case saw a couple charged $64,000 after workers expanded a small job into full driveway paving without permission.

Rutherford County Schools currently has at least nine vacant bus routes two weeks after school started, and Chief Operations Officer Trey Lee said four routes in Rockvale have no dedicated driver while others are covered by extra drivers.

With the current bus driver contract expiring on Aug 29, the district may hire a new contractor or buy a new bus + try to hire its own driver.

Last weekend, more than 160 first responders, students and staff took part in active shooter training at Middle Tennessee State University amid concerns following school threats nationwide — the exercise prepared participants for worst-case scenarios.

MTSU Police Chief Ed Kaup said the training reinforces the university’s commitment to safety.

A new short documentary called Waste to Wages from the Tennessee Environmental Council is sparking talk in Murfreesboro about turning trash into jobs and boosting local recycling efforts.

The film shows how the closing of Middle Point Landfill is pushing counties to work together on better waste management — a plan aimed at strengthening the local economy.

The Murfreesboro City Council approved $6.4M for Phase II of the Medical Center Parkway widening on August 21 and plans to start construction in September using the City’s annual contracts.

Rollins Excavating & other contractors will add a thru lane, turn lanes and update traffic signals from Thompson Lane to the Fountains at Gateway, with work expected to finish by early 2027.

The Murfreesboro Community Investment Trust Committee on Contributions will meet Monday, Aug.

25 at 1:30 p.m. in the Municipal Airport Business Center Community Room at 1930 Memorial Blvd to review FY25 Grantee Final Reports—FY26 Grant Funding Status—FY26 Mid-Year and Final Report Questionnaires—and FY27 Application and Funding Schedule. Individuals wishing to speak on actionable items must sign up at least six hours before the meeting either online or by calling 615-849-2629.

Coach Gary Rankin won his 500th game yesterday when Boyd Buchanan beat St. Vincent Pallotti 47-27—an important milestone in his long coaching career.

He began coaching in 1981—saying he will continue for 2 to 3 more years as he deals with new challenges like player transfers and pressure.

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.

Worship Nights at Miller Coliseum

7-10 p.m. — Tennessee Miller Coliseum — Admission details not provided — Experience an uplifting evening of worship music in Murfreesboro.

Murfreesboro Home Expo 2025

2-8 p.m. — Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville SE Murfreesboro — Check website for entry details — Explore the latest in home improvement and meet local experts.

Spanish-English Conversation Group

7-9 p.m. — TailGate Brewery Murfreesboro — Free entry — Practice your Spanish and English in a friendly, supportive atmosphere.

9/11 Heroes Run

5K, 1M — Murfreesboro Civic Plaza — Registration required — Honor the heroes of 9/11 with a community run in Murfreesboro.

Lit Wits Book Group

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Linebaugh Public Library — Free entry — Engage in lively discussions with fellow book lovers in a warm and welcoming setting.

Free Cover Concert

9 PM — Seasons Party Club. Restaurant-Bar — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of live music at this vibrant venue in Murfreesboro.

Marshall Thundering Herd vs. Middle Tennessee State Blue Raiders Football

6-7:30 p.m. — Floyd Stadium — Ticket required — Catch an exciting college football matchup under the lights.

Downtown on the Farm - 7th Annual Fundraiser

4:30-10:30 p.m. — Oaklands Mansion — $85 — Enjoy a farm-to-table fundraising dinner supporting local entrepreneurship with gourmet dishes from local farms.