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Tennessee Redistricting, Murfreesboro Road Plans & Jordan McCullough’s Hometown Celebration | May 8, 2026

May 08, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Friday, May 8, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Tennessee’s revised congressional maps trigger a special qualifying period for 2026 U.S. Hous.... Read More

UPDATE: Tennessee Revises Congressional Districts, Opens Special Candidate Qualifying Period

May 07, 2026 at 06:28 pm by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee General Assembly has adopted revised congressional district maps and established a special qualifying period for candidates seeking elec.... Read More

Animal Cruelty Investigation Launched After Dog Dragged Behind Truck in Murfreesboro

May 07, 2026 at 06:21 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Rutherford County authorities are seeking public assistance following a disturbing animal cruelty incident reported late Wednesday evening. Witnesses i.... Read More

Suspects Possibly Wearing Forensic Suits Trigger $10k Reward in Gun Store Heist

May 07, 2026 at 05:55 pm by WGNS News

UPDATED: MURFREESBORO, Tenn. - The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) alongside the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) have announced a joint re.... Read More

Saving Seconds and Lives with the Aid of High-Tech Tools that Change the Way Murfreesboro Fights Fires

May 07, 2026 at 03:03 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS News) - Nearly 40-years ago, Murfreesboro Fire and Rescue became the first department in Rutherford County to invest in "advanced" thermal imaging syste.... Read More

Rain Couldn’t Stop Murfreesboro From Welcoming Home American Idol Finalist Jordan McCullough

May 07, 2026 at 10:29 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Not even a relentless Middle Tennessee downpour could dampen the spirits of the thousands who gathered Wednesday to welcome home Jordan McCullou.... Read More

Murfreesboro City Schools Hosts Annual Kickoff to Kindergarten Event May 12

May 07, 2026 at 09:15 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Murfreesboro City Schools will host its annual Kickoff to Kindergarten event on Tuesday, May 12, welcoming families of incoming kindergarten studen.... Read More

Murfreesboro Police to Use Rapid DNA Testing to Catch Criminals Faster

May 06, 2026 at 10:03 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS News) - The Murfreesboro Police Department is transitioning into a new era of crime-fighting through the implementation of rapid DNA technology. Crimina.... Read More

State GOP Leaders Reach Consensus on Congressional Map Splitting Rutherford County

May 06, 2026 at 04:55 pm by WGNS

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WGNS) - Rutherford County’s days as a single-district community are likely coming to an end as state lawmakers fast-track a new congressional map. The.... Read More

STUDY | Local Business Leaders Optimistic Despite Housing And Labor Hurdles

May 06, 2026 at 04:05 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Local business leaders are feeling optimistic as we head into the middle of 2026. MTSU’s Business and Economic Research Center just teamed u.... Read More

Erma Siegel Elementary Wins Second State STEAM Award

May 06, 2026 at 03:55 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Erma Siegel Elementary is making headlines again for its commitment to student success. The Tennessee Department of Education recently recognized.... Read More

MTE Moving Power Lines Near Stones River Battlefield

May 06, 2026 at 03:49 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Middle Tennessee Electric is preparing to move power lines in a busy part of Murfreesboro to make the local grid more reliable. Starting May 11th,.... Read More

MTSU Drive-Thru Collects Over 80 Pounds of Meds and Vapes

May 06, 2026 at 03:40 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Middle Tennessee State University officials collected over 80 pounds of unwanted medications and vape products during the recent biannual MTSU Dru.... Read More

*NEW INFORMATION* Murfreesboro To Host Homecoming Parade & Concert For American Idol Finalist Jordan McCullough

May 06, 2026 at 08:35 am by WGNS News

UPDATE on Tonights Parade and change of venue for the FREE concert - The Show Must Go On! Listen to our interview for the latest information:  The parade will still.... Read More

Library Book Access Debate, Jordan McCullough’s American Idol Homecoming & Murfreesboro Transportation Plans | May 6, 2026

May 06, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: A Murfreesboro man launches BurrowBandBooks.com after the Rutherford County library board’.... Read More

Rutherford County Voters Shake Up Local Leadership In Primary Election

May 05, 2026 at 11:32 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Local voters opted for change Tuesday night as several incumbents lost their seats in the Rutherford County primary. In the race for County Mayo.... Read More

Mother Thanks First Responders After Missing 3-Year-Old Found Near Smyrna Home

May 05, 2026 at 08:33 pm by WGNS

SMYRNA, Tenn. (WGNS)- A Rutherford County mother is thanking first responders after her 3-year-old son was quickly found Friday after wandering away from home near Almaville R.... Read More

Rutherford County Website Offers Access to Challenged and Restricted Library Books

May 05, 2026 at 08:26 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS)- A Murfreesboro-based website is offering residents a way to request delivery of books that organizers say have been banned, challenged, restricted.... Read More

Loaded Guns Found at Rutherford County Proms, Gas Prices Spike & Stroke Survivor Inspires Hope | May 5, 2026

May 05, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Loaded handguns were recovered during security checks at two separate Rutherford County school pro.... Read More

MTSU To Graduate Over 2,500 Students During Spring 2026 Commencement

May 04, 2026 at 11:17 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Middle Tennessee State University will salute more than 2,500 new Blue Raider alumni during May 8-9 commencement ceremonies for the spring Class of 2026. Th.... Read More