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Special THP Operation with Other Agencies Aim to Curb Fatal Accidents

Jul 13, 2022 at 07:27 pm by WGNS

Are you planning to getaway before the end of summer? A lot of families are traveling by car to their vacation destination this year, after hearing about a large number of f.... Read More

Joe Carr Seeks Second Term as Rutherford County Mayor

Sep 17, 2025 at 06:54 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Rutherford County Mayor Joe Carr announced Wednesday (9-17-25) he plans to seek a second term. Below is a press release from him. Today.... Read More

Lee Ann and Bart Walker to serve as Murfreesboro Christmas Parade Grand Marshals

Dec 03, 2022 at 01:10 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO– After years of serving as parade coordinators, Lee Ann and Bart Walker will serve as Grand Marshals of the 2022 Murfreesboro Christmas Parade. With th.... Read More

Rutherford Roundup: Environmental Violations, SNAP Delays, and Murfreesboro’s Community Milestones | Oct. 28, 2025

Oct 28, 2025 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Show Notes – Tuesday, October 28, 2025 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Middle Point Landfill Faces Seventh Violation: Murfreesboro officials file.... Read More

Rutherford County Solid Waste Holiday Plans

Dec 18, 2021 at 06:03 am by WGNS

(RUTHERFORD COUNTY) Rutherford County Solid Waste is advising residents of schedule adjustments for the upcoming holidays while encouraging mindfulness of recycling optio.... Read More

Rutherford County School System is the Fastest Growing System in Tennessee - Salary Study to be Conducted to Prepare for Continued Growth

Jul 14, 2022 at 05:17 pm by WGNS

The Rutherford County Schools have announced plans to move forward with an employee salary study. Director of Schools Dr. Jimmy Sullivan said a third-party vendor will oversee.... Read More

Political Beat: Commissioner Jack Black Says he will Run Again

Feb 13, 2014 at 09:12 am by Bryan Barrett

Rutherford County Commissioner Jack Black has confirmed that he will run again and seek re-election in the local race... Black has been a commissioner since 2002. UPDATE:.... Read More

LOCATED: Missing 21-Year-Old in Murfreesboro Area

Jul 18, 2022 at 06:15 pm by WGNS

RUTHERFORD COUNTY – The 'Be On the Lookout' (BOLO) for a missing 21-year-old man in the Murfreesboro area has been canceled. Teyton Guthrie has been safely.... Read More

Construction to Begin on Walter Hill Outdoor STEAM Classroom, Learning Center to Honor Legacy of Beloved Teacher

May 17, 2024 at 12:10 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Officials from Walter Hill Elementary School, Rutherford County Schools and Republic Services will gather on May 16 to celebrate the groundbre.... Read More

City Council Getting Closer to 2019 Fiscal Year Budget

Jun 14, 2018 at 04:38 am by Bryan Barrett

In their last meeting before the first reading and public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2019 budget, Murfreesboro City Council spent nearly Four (4) hours combing over numbers an.... Read More

Another Whataburger Coming to the 'Boro

Jul 14, 2022 at 02:04 pm by WGNS

With anticipation growing over the opening of Whataburger at 1835 Old Fort Parkway in Murfreesboro and a second at 360 West Sam Ridley Parkway in Smyrna, the company has annou.... Read More

Listen to the Murfreesboro City Council Political Forum, which previously aired "LIVE" on Friday, July 8, 2022

Jul 08, 2022 at 07:16 am by WGNS

NOTE: Early Voting is July 15 thru July 30, 2022. Election Day on August 4, 2022. Listen to the entire forum above. Guest (Candidates): (Incumbent) Madelyn Scales Harri.... Read More

Politics: Murfreesboro Mayor McFarland Announces Re-election Bid

May 20, 2022 at 12:02 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO – Murfreesboro Mayor Shane McFarland announced he will run for re-election to continue progress on the priorities he cited in his initial bid eight years ag.... Read More

Habitat ReStore ReOpens 9AM-6PM This Monday

Apr 28, 2020 at 11:14 am by Bryan Barrett

(MURFREESBORO) It's like welcoming back an old friend. After the worldwide quarantine, the Habitat Re-Store reopens at 9:00 o'clock this coming Monday morning, May 4, 2020. Th.... Read More

Rutherford Roundup: SNAP Struggles, School Choice, and Oakland Honors | Nov. 5, 2025

Nov 05, 2025 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Show Notes – Wednesday, November 5, 2025 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: SNAP Crisis Deepens: As the federal government shutdown surpasses 35 day.... Read More

Rutherford Roundup: Leadership Changes, Ethics Clash, Heroic Rescue & Holiday Traditions | Dec. 5, 2025

Dec 05, 2025 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Show Notes – Friday, December 5, 2025 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Whitworth-Buchanan Middle School Leadership Shift: Assistant Principal Chri.... Read More

Annual Cost of New Car Ownership Crosses $10K Mark

Aug 11, 2022 at 06:55 am by WGNS

Seemingly everything has become more expensive this year, and that includes owning and operating a new vehicle. According to AAA's 2022 Your Driving Costs re.... Read More

The Depot District Continues to be a Fun and Exciting Place for Growth in Rutherford County

Jul 14, 2022 at 03:40 pm by WGNS

Smyrna, Tennessee’s downtown area, which has been nicknamed the “Depot District,” continues to standout in the middle of the town’s growth of over 55-t.... Read More

Open Burning in Rutherford County Requires Permit: October 15-May 15

Oct 14, 2021 at 10:48 am by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN— (October 14, 2021) Rutherford County Fire Rescue (RCFR) reminds the community that beginning October 15, a permit from the State will be required.... Read More

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U.S. Postal Service Tractor Trailer Truck Overturns on I-24 Thursday Morning

Dec 01, 2022 at 09:53 am by WGNS News

(RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN) An accident involving a tractor-trailer truck occurred on Interstate 24 in the eastbound lane heading out of Murfreesboro and towards Chattanooga on Th.... Read More