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Recycle Christmas Trees

Dec 29, 2015 at 10:57 am by Bryan Barrett

If you had a cut Christmas tree this year, don't dispose of it in the landfill--recycle it! It will be chipped and used for mulch. The main thing to remember, all decorations,.... Read More

Oil Based Paint Collected Saturday

Sep 24, 2013 at 02:31 pm by Bryan Barrett

Oil-based paint only will be collected and properly disposed of on Saturday, September 28, 2013 from 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. at 1140 Haley Road, Murfreesboro. This collection i.... Read More

Arson Suspect in Mobile Home Fire Scheduled for Criminal Hearing in Rutherford County Courts

Jun 16, 2022 at 05:14 pm by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN — An 18-year-old charged with arson after an investigation by the Rutherford County Fire Marshal’s Office reportedly determined a mobile ho.... Read More

Rutherford County Narrows List of 9 Recycling Contract Proposals Down to 4 Possibilities

May 26, 2021 at 03:38 pm by WGNS

The local government continues to look for new ways to deal with trash, in an effort to curb the use of the landfill located in the Walterhill area.A total of nine companies.... Read More

Brian Rogers Running For 13th District County Commission

Jul 09, 2018 at 09:48 pm by Bryan Barrett

(Murfreesboro) Software Developer Brian Rogers announces that he is running for the Rutherford County Commission in District 13 on August 2nd, according to a press release fro.... Read More

NOTICE: Oil Based Paint to be Collected in Murfreesboro on Sept. 28

Sep 12, 2013 at 01:15 am by Bryan Barrett

Oil-based paint will be collected and properly disposed of on Saturday, September 28, 2013 from 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. at 1140 Haley Road, Murfreesboro, 37130. This col.... Read More

Rape Conviction Confirmed - Murfreesboro Man Added to TN Sex Offender Registry

Jun 16, 2022 at 07:44 pm by WGNS

WGNS confirmed the suspect in a 2020 rape investigation has officially been convicted on two counts of rape. 31-Year-old Joshua D. Walton of Murfreesboro was added to the Se.... Read More

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UPDATE: Warren County Forest Fire Reignites - Arrest Made in Original Fire

Nov 07, 2022 at 06:10 am by WGNS News

(WARREN COUNTY, TENN.) UPDATED - A forest fire in nearby Warren County reignited this past week. Warren County Sheriff Jackie Matheny, Jr advised that the fire that originally.... Read More

15th Annual Earth Day in 'Boro Set For April 23rd!

Mar 29, 2016 at 10:57 am by Bryan Barrett

"Recycle, It''s Out Future' is the theme for the 15th Annual Earth Day Celebration around the Historic Rutherford County Courthouse on Saturday, April 23, 2016, from 10:00 tha.... Read More

Rick Hall Appointed to Fill Rutherford County District 3 Commission Seat

Aug 14, 2025 at 10:08 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — The Rutherford County Commission voted Thursday night to appoint Rick Hall to the vacant District 3 seat, following the recent resignation o.... Read More

Monday Night Recycle Rutherford Focuses On COMPOSTING

Apr 21, 2015 at 02:27 pm by Bryan Barrett

If you're someone who's thought about composting as a way to improve your garden you'll want to hear an expert tell you all about it at Recycle Rutherford's annual meeting at.... Read More

Rutherford County Residents: Don't Trash Your Tree!

Dec 25, 2013 at 02:11 pm by Bryan Barrett

Don't put your cut Christmas tree in the landfill, recycle it into mulch. The trees must be cleared of all ornaments, tinsel, garland, and lights prior to being dropped off. T.... Read More

Jennifer Edwards Press Release/Op-Ed: Rutherford County Commission

Jun 19, 2018 at 11:01 pm by Bryan Barrett

Jennifer Edwards Press Release/Op-EdOur lives are defined by great moments when we decide that it is not only possible to make a difference, but that we are willing to try. Th.... Read More

Re-Cycle Your Christmas Tree

Dec 25, 2018 at 10:14 pm by Bryan Barrett

Don't trash your Christmas tree in the landfill, recycle it back to nature. When you take the tree to the drop-off location, make certain it is free of tinsel, lights, tree st.... Read More

Oil-based Paint Collected for Proper Disposal Saturday, September 26, 2015

Sep 14, 2015 at 09:29 am by Bryan Barrett

Oil-based paint only will be collected and properly disposed of on Saturday, September 26, 2015 from 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. at 1140 Haley Road, Murfreesboro, TN 37130. This c.... Read More

Friday, August 1st, 2025: City Council rejects landfill deal, vodka seltzer recall alert, Eagleville enters 5G contest & more

Aug 01, 2025 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Murfreesboro City Council votes to reject the proposed settlement with BFI/Republic Services related to Middle Point Lan.... Read More