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Elderly Man Killed in Suspected Hit-and-Run on Old Nashville Highway

May 02, 2025 at 08:33 am by WGNS News

LA VERGNE, Tenn. — Authorities are investigating the death of an elderly man discovered early Thursday morning along a roadside in La Vergne, Tennessee. La Vergne Polic.... Read More

Police Investigating Suspicious Death After Body Found in Vehicle at Murfreesboro Tow Lot

May 01, 2025 at 08:24 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — Detectives with the Murfreesboro Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division Violent Crimes Unit are investigating a suspicio.... Read More

A Love Story for the Ages: First Wedding Celebrated at The Villages of Murfreesboro

May 01, 2025 at 07:40 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - This past weekend marked a joyful milestone at The Villages of Murfreesboro Senior Independent Living and Memory Care — the community&r.... Read More

Mitchell Mote Retires After 37½ Years Serving Rutherford County Through UT Extension

May 01, 2025 at 06:47 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — After nearly four decades of service to Rutherford County, Mitchell Mote has officially retired from the University of Tennessee Extens.... Read More

Cajun Steamer in Murfreesboro Closes Its Doors Permanently

May 01, 2025 at 05:53 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — After years of serving up Southern coastal cuisine, Cajun Steamer Bar & Grill has permanently closed its Murfreesboro location. A s.... Read More

Rutherford County Farmers Market Celebrates 50 Years of Community and Growth

May 01, 2025 at 11:42 am by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN – The Rutherford County Farmers Market is thrilled to celebrate its 50th anniversary this year, marking a half-century of dedication to local agricultur.... Read More

Suspect Identified in Dressing Room Recording Case at Murfreesboro Store, Police Still Investigating

May 01, 2025 at 11:41 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN — A man accused of secretly recording a woman as she changed clothes inside a Murfreesboro clothing store has been identified, according to local author.... Read More

Scammers Still Think We’re All Sending Bitcoin to Random Cops — Murfreesboro PD Issues “You’ve Got Warrants” Alert

May 01, 2025 at 11:23 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN — In today’s edition of “You Can’t Be Serious,” the Murfreesboro Police Department has issued yet another SCAM ALERT — thi.... Read More

Insurance Must Treat Mental and Physical Health Equally, Say Tennessee Commissioners

May 01, 2025 at 11:10 am by WGNS News

TENNESSEE – Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has declared May as Mental Health Awareness Month. In supporting the gubernatorial proclamation, the Ten.... Read More

UPDATE: Lascassas Pike Second Degree Murder Suspect Scheduled for Court Appearance

May 01, 2025 at 10:47 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Next week, a murder case will make its initial appearance in Rutherford County General Sessions Court, where the suspect faces a single charge of second-deg.... Read More

NASA Space Grant Propels MTSU Students into Cutting-Edge Geospatial Research

May 01, 2025 at 07:03 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee State University Geosciences Department students Emily Therrell, Lula Baldriche and Trey Littrell were among a dozen participants.... Read More

Murfreesboro Saturday Market Returns May 3 with 85 Vendors and New Programs

May 01, 2025 at 06:20 am by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN—The Murfreesboro Saturday Market is set to return May 3rd for its 15th year. Throughout the season, the market will feature a record-breaking 85 vendors.... Read More

Honeybee Season Buzzes Back with Sweet Rewards and Serious Science

Apr 30, 2025 at 11:07 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - As summer sets in, it also signals the return of honeybee season — a critical time in the life cycle of one of nature’s most essential poll.... Read More

Wednesday Truck Fire Halted Traffic on I-24 Near Joe B. Jackson Parkway in Murfreesboro

Apr 30, 2025 at 01:50 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - A Wednesday morning truck fire led to the halting of traffic on I-24 this morning. As motorists began to roll past what started as a small blaze, the&n.... Read More

UPDATE: Police Still Searching for Clues in Halls Hill Pike Robbery Case

Apr 30, 2025 at 10:37 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Murfreesboro Police detectives are still actively searching for a suspect who allegedly robbed the Dollar General store on Halls Hill Pike at gunpo.... Read More
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UPDATES: Coming in 2026: Murfreesboro’s Veterans Park Promises All-Inclusive Outdoor Fun and Continued Upgrades Throughout Parks System

Apr 30, 2025 at 09:57 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Murfreesboro’s newest park projects is officially underway. The City broke ground in late March 2025 on Veterans Park, a sprawling 153-acre c.... Read More

TBI Investigating Fatal Officer-Involved Shooting in Neighboring Wilson County Following Barricade Situation

Apr 29, 2025 at 10:53 pm by WGNS News

MT. JULIET, TN — A domestic violence call in Wilson County escalated into a fatal officer-involved shooting Tuesday evening after a man reportedly fired at deputies duri.... Read More

⏩County Schools to Delay prz Proposal Amid Budget Challenges and No Bus Strike Planned

Apr 29, 2025 at 09:52 pm by WGNS

VIDEO FROM RUTHERFORD COUNTY SCHOOLS MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — In a video message to families, Rutherford County Director of Schools Dr. Jimmy Sullivan provided key.... Read More

House Fire on Joe Bond Trail Leaves Home Damaged but No Injuries Reported

Apr 29, 2025 at 07:00 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN — A house fire broke out Tuesday morning on Joe Bond Trail, prompting a rapid response from the Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department (MFRD). Firefighters.... Read More

Barfield Elementary Students Safe After Bus Crash at S. Church Street

Apr 29, 2025 at 06:55 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN — A Rutherford County school bus carrying elementary students was involved in a traffic accident Tuesday afternoon at the intersection of Calumet and So.... Read More