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Stones River Students Capture National Title Winning 2026 Great Race X Cup Division

Jun 28, 2026 at 09:48 pm by WGNS News

PASADENA, CA (WGNS) - The Stones River Racing Team — a tight‑knit student group from Murfreesboro — has officially won the 2026 Great Race X‑Cup Division, but the.... Read More

Extreme Heat Warning Prompts Safety Alerts Across Rutherford County

Jun 28, 2026 at 02:06 pm by Rutherford Weather

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS) - Rutherford County is bracing for a dangerous stretch of weather as the first official heatwave of 2026 arrives. The National Weather Servic.... Read More

Tennessee Pharmacists Association Celebrates Dr. Rick Sain’s Lifetime of Service

Jun 27, 2026 at 10:47 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - A local pharmacist known for his leadership, community spirit, and decades of service is receiving one of the highest honors in his profession..... Read More

Friday Night Live to Kick Off Independence Weekend with New Civic Landmark

Jun 27, 2026 at 06:46 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Downtown Murfreesboro is about to gain a brand‑new landmark, and it’s one built tile by tile by the hands of local residents. This coming.... Read More

Celebrate AMERICA 250 at home in Rutherford County

Jun 27, 2026 at 10:11 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN (WGNS) - Rutherford County doesn’t require anyone to pack up the car and drive hours to find a great Fourth of July celebration. This year’s.... Read More

License Plate Readers Lead Police to 20-Year-Old Stolen Car Suspect

Jun 27, 2026 at 09:11 am by WGNS News

MT. JULIET, TN (WGNS) - High technology is taking a big bite out of crime these days, and some offenders are learning that lesson the hard way. More than a few have described.... Read More

Honor a Hero at the Rutherford County Sheriff’s 9/11 Memorial

Jun 27, 2026 at 07:36 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - The Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office is inviting residents to take part in a meaningful way to honor military members, first responders, or l.... Read More

Stones River Racing Team Holds X‑Division Lead as Great Race Enters Final Stretch

Jun 27, 2026 at 06:27 am by WGNS News

The 2026 Hemmings Great Race is barreling toward its finish line, and Middle Tennessee’s own Stones River Racing Team is right where they want to be—out front. Aft.... Read More

Guam Rock Art takes you Center Stage at Oaklands Mansion--2pm this Sunday!

Jun 26, 2026 at 07:06 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - If you’re looking for something enjoyable to do this weekend—and you wouldn’t mind walking away with a few new facts to impre.... Read More

Police: Former Bank Employee Took Nearly $140,000 From Elderly Customers

Jun 26, 2026 at 05:33 pm by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, Tenn. - A Nashville banking case is serving as a reminder for families, caregivers and account holders to keep a close eye on financial activity, especially when.... Read More

UPDATE: Dozens of Guns Stolen in Murfreesboro Smash-and-Grab Burglaries, Teens Arrested

Jun 26, 2026 at 05:05 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. - Automatic license plate reader technology helped Murfreesboro Police identify suspects in two separate smash-and-grab burglaries that resulted in do.... Read More

Evening Farmers Market Returns Tuesday, June 30, with Bingo Fun!

Jun 26, 2026 at 01:01 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Get ready, Rutherford County, your next EVENING Farmers Market is almost here. Mark your calendar for this coming Tuesday, June 30, 2026, from 2 to 7.... Read More

DNA Match Helps Close 2020 Vista Inn Rape Case in Murfreesboro

Jun 26, 2026 at 11:34 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS News) - In 2020, a woman who was sexually attacked inside a room at the Vista Inn of Murfreesboro filed a report of the incident in hopes that the un.... Read More

Rutherford Jobs Stay Strong, Recycling Improves & Murfreesboro Election Forum Highlights City Growth | June 26, 2026

Jun 26, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Friday, June 26, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Rutherford County’s unemployment rate remains low at 2.6% for May, continuing to outperform T.... Read More

Main Street Murfreesboro and County Mayor Clash Over Courthouse Concert Setup

Jun 25, 2026 at 11:43 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS News) - The tension over whether Friday Night Live’s stage should be on the west side or east side of square boiled over Thursday evenin.... Read More

Rutherford County Unemployment Holds Low as Local Cities Show Job Market Strength

Jun 25, 2026 at 07:14 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. - New unemployment data from the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development shows Rutherford County and its municipalities continuin.... Read More

Murfreesboro Voters Meet Mayor and Council Candidates at Airport Forum

Jun 25, 2026 at 06:30 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - The race for Murfreesboro's top leadership positions is heating up as mayoral and city council candidates took the stage at the Murfreesboro Air.... Read More

Murfreesboro Concert Celebrates America's 250th Birthday with Patriotic Music

Jun 25, 2026 at 05:52 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Local musicians are tuning up to help Rutherford County celebrate a major milestone in American history. The Center for the Arts and the Tenn.... Read More

Rutherford County Recycling Scores Big in New Audit...Public Education Is Working!

Jun 25, 2026 at 05:37 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN (WGNS) - Rutherford County’s recycling program just earned one of its strongest marks yet, and officials say the credit belongs squarely to th.... Read More

Ham Radio Operators Take Over Barfield Park This Weekend (ARRL Field Day)

Jun 25, 2026 at 04:56 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - If you’ve ever been curious about amateur radio, this is your weekend! The Stones River Amateur Radio Club is hosting its annual ARRL (American.... Read More