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TBI’s Most Wanted: Fugitive Jonathan Ullrich Still at Large One Year After Making List

Jun 23, 2025 at 01:31 pm by WGNS News

TENNESSEE - A man once entrusted with educating children remains one of Tennessee’s most sought-after fugitives. Jonathan Ullrich, 55, continues to evade capture a year.... Read More

Routine MTE Maintenance Causes Loud Boom in Downtown Murfreesboro

Jun 23, 2025 at 12:12 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — A loud boom startled residents near the intersection of West Castle Street and Hickerson Drive late Monday morning, but it wasn’t a bl.... Read More

Murfreesboro Firefighters Rescue Fawn Trapped in Storm Drain Near Battlefield on Sunday

Jun 23, 2025 at 11:16 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - In a heartwarming twist on the usual emergency call, Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department (MFRD) crews sprang into action Sunday morning—not for a huma.... Read More

Louanne James New Library Director to Lead Countywide Growth in Literacy and Innovation

Jun 23, 2025 at 10:36 am by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN - After nearly a year and a half search, directors of the Rutherford County Library System (RCLS) announced the appointment of Luanne R. James as its new.... Read More

Rutherford County Residents Urged to Donate Blood Ahead of Fourth of July Holiday

Jun 23, 2025 at 09:15 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — The American Red Cross is asking Rutherford County residents to help save lives this summer by donating blood or platelets as the deman.... Read More

Traffic Stop in La Vergne Leads to Drug Bust Early Sunday Morning

Jun 23, 2025 at 07:20 am by WGNS News

Traffic Stop in La Vergne Leads to Drug Bust Early Sunday Morning In the early morning hours of Sunday, a routine traffic stop in a quiet La Vergne neighborhood led to a sign.... Read More

New Tennessee Law Imposes Jail Time, Fines for Selling Hemp-Derived Cannabinoids to Minors

Jun 22, 2025 at 06:58 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Beginning July 1, anyone convicted of selling hemp-derived cannabinoid products—such as THC-infused gummies—to individuals under 21 wil.... Read More

Tennessee Leaders React to U.S. Airstrikes on Iranian Nuclear Facilities

Jun 22, 2025 at 06:53 pm by WGNS

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee lawmakers are responding to President Donald Trump’s announcement that the United States conducted coordinated airstrikes on three Ira.... Read More

Bonnaroo 2025: Full Refunds & Uncertain Future

Jun 22, 2025 at 05:51 pm by WGNS

MANCHESTER, Tenn. (WGNS) — Bonnaroo organizers have now issued full refunds following the abrupt cancellation of the 2025 festival in neighboring Manch.... Read More

🐾 Rutherford County PAWS Pet of the Month | Meet Margo

Jun 22, 2025 at 05:33 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — Rutherford County PAWS has named a friendly, four-legged resident as its June “Pet of the Month.” Meet Margo — a one-year,.... Read More
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Tennessee Brotherhood Ride Rolls Through Rutherford County to Remember Detective Jacob Beu

Jun 22, 2025 at 04:06 pm by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN - If you were driving through Rutherford County on Sunday (6/22/2025) and spotted a group of bicyclists escorted by police vehicles, you witnessed a.... Read More

Greenhouse continues to celebrate 25-Years of service: Spring House, and soon Ivy on Spring

Jun 22, 2025 at 01:41 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - As Greenhouse Ministries continues celebrating 25 years of community service in Rutherford County, the nonprofit is expanding its reach with new initia.... Read More
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Murfreesboro Unites for a Joyful, Soulful Juneteenth Celebration at Historic Bradley Academy

Jun 21, 2025 at 02:46 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - With the summer sun blazing overhead and temperatures soaring near 90 degrees, the City of Murfreesboro's annual Juneteenth Celebration heated up in all the.... Read More

“From Villa to Vacancy: Milano II’s Downtown Chapter Comes to a Close”

Jun 21, 2025 at 02:20 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - For those cruising down East Main Street near the Murfreesboro square, a familiar sight may now feel unfamiliar. The charming house-turned-restaurant a.... Read More

TDOT’s Thompson Lane Widening Project: A Critical Step Toward Safer, Smarter Growth in Murfreesboro

Jun 21, 2025 at 10:55 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) is advancing a long-anticipated infrastructure overhaul along Thompson Lane (State Route 268), a corrido.... Read More

Oaklands Mansion Secures $85K State Grant for Preservation Work

Jun 21, 2025 at 08:21 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - Oaklands Mansion has been awarded an $85,000 grant from the Tennessee General Assembly to help complete ongoing capital maintenance projects at the histor.... Read More

Ram's "SUPER HOT" Road Report!

Jun 21, 2025 at 08:19 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - Summer is officially here, and right on cue comes days of smothering hot days with a heat index over 100. That can be deadly to those working outside. What.... Read More

Tennessee Housing Market Holds Steady in Q1 Despite Varied Regional Trends

Jun 21, 2025 at 07:34 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - Tennessee’s housing market remained stable in the first quarter of 2025, buoyed by strong employment figures and increased permitting activity, a.... Read More

Cannonsburgh Village Secures $50,000 State Grant for Historic Preservation

Jun 21, 2025 at 06:52 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Cannonsburgh Village will receive a $50,000 grant from the Tennessee State Museum to support maintenance efforts on the Haynes Museum/Cotton Wareho.... Read More

Rutherford County Libraries Welcome New Director as Community Embraces Growth in Tech and Literacy

Jun 20, 2025 at 11:43 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - The Rutherford County Library System (RCLS) has named Luanne R. James as its new Library Director, effective July 28, 2025, marking a new chapter for t.... Read More