Good morning, Murfreesboro.

Murfreesboro's Greenway offers 11 Stones River trailheads with parking, two bark parks, kayak launch points and a historic Civil War fort built as a supply depot.

Its paved paths include restrooms and picnic shelters at many sites for a convenient, free day outdoors (a beloved town asset).

Williamson County Parks and Recreation has added two all-terrain wheelchairs at Peacock Hill Nature Park (College Grove) through donations and grants to help visitors with limited mobility enjoy outdoor recreation.

Reservations are encouraged for free use.

Buc-ee's Murfreesboro travel center will open on Nov.

16 off Interstate 24 (Joe B. Jackson Parkway exit) after road improvements delayed its original September opening. The 74,000 sqft facility will feature 120 fueling stations, clean bathrooms, and all the Buc-ee's favorites.

MTSU Athletics and NVRDUL Events announced Live in the Boro, a new concert series debuting during Homecoming week.

The kickoff highlights Bailey Zimmerman at Murphy Center on Nov. 5 (doors open at 6 p.m.) with ticket sales starting today for members, tomorrow for students, and Friday for the public.

Tennessee diesel prices have reached a record high of $5.64 per gallon — matching levels last seen in June 2022 — while fuel rates in Rutherford County average $3.83 for regular unleaded, impacting local drivers.

Murfreesboro Transit saw a 10% to 25% summer rise in ridership, but some buses were too full to take every rider.

The city plans to add three buses in the coming year to help busy routes & meet demand.

Extreme heat remains a risk as health experts warn residents to stay hydrated and limit outdoor activities during high humidity and warm falls.

Greenhouse Ministries will host Live in the Borough on Sept. 18 at Hop Springs (supporting local food, clothing, and housing programs).

MTSU wide receiver Cam’ron Lacy shined on Sept.

5 at Floyd Stadium, making eight catches for 118 yards in a win over Murray State. He will test his skills again on Sept. 12 when the Blue Raiders face Marshall at 6 p.m.