Good morning, Murfreesboro.

Greenhouse Ministries will open Ivy on Spring Coffee Shop to serve crafted coffee and pastries as part of its mission to support working families in need — the repurposed building at 203 East State Street will open on November 1 with a boutique from The Garden Patch and a small team of paid staff and volunteers.

Tennessee residents follow old tales to predict winter weather—believing that many acorns on the ground, late falling leaves, and high-stashed squirrel nuts signal a harsh winter while a fork-shaped persimmon seed means mild weather, even though scientists say these signs are not based on evidence.

MTSU alum Cal Mitchell will play the Lion in the national tour of The Wiz when the show visits Nashville’s TPAC from Sept.

23 to Sept. 28—he got a full role after starting as an understudy and says his time at MTSU taught him about acting.

Today, locals visited Skin Confidence in Murfreesboro—an establishment offering facials and back facials for both men and women—to experience its popular treatments and discover a new option for self-care.

MTSU football dropped to 1-3 after a 42-28 homecoming loss to Marshall on Sept.20 when the offense gained 373 yards yet struggled in the fourth quarter.

Coach Derek Mason said the team will refocus on conference play—beginning with a game at Kennesaw State on Sept.27—to overcome the non-conference setbacks.

The Tennessee Titans lost 41-20 to the Indianapolis Colts at Nissan Stadium and were booed by fans who chanted to fire coach Brian Callahan—players said the crowd's reaction hurt the whole team as they struggled with energy and penalties.

The team will start a three-week road trip on Sept. 28 as it works to improve its performance.

Comics & Graphic Novels Book Club

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Linebaugh Public Library — Free entry — Explore the world of comics and graphic novels, revisiting classics and discussing new titles.

Powerslave Concert

8-11:30 p.m. — Hop Springs — Tickets starting at $32.25 — Enjoy a night of live music featuring Powerslave and Alice Unleashed.

TENA Educational Conference and Industry Partner Show

9 AM-6 PM — Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville SE Murfreesboro — Check official website for entry fees — Join industry professionals for enlightening sessions and networking opportunities.

Modern Calligraphy Workshop at Tailgate Brewery

6-7:30 p.m. — TailGate Brewery Murfreesboro — Ticket required — Unleash your creativity with a fun modern calligraphy class for beginners!

Micro Wrestling Federation Live Show

7-8:30 p.m. — Happy's Sports Lounge — Tickets from $68 — Experience an unforgettable night of micro wrestling entertainment.

Middle Tennessee State Blue Raiders Football Game

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Floyd Stadium — Ticketed event — Catch the excitement as the Blue Raiders host the Bears in a thrilling college football matchup.

Make Your Own Wine with Prohibition

5:30-9:30 p.m. — Hop Springs — $350 for one guest — Create your own wine in a fun, hands-on three-session class at a local winery.