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Tennessee Immigration Law Lawsuit, National Donut Day & TSSAA Proposals | June 5, 2026

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

Friday, June 5, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: A newly filed federal class action lawsuit challenges a Tennessee immigration law set to take effe.... Read More

Murfreesboro Fire Crews Extinguish Semi-Truck Fire on I-24 Near Medical Center Parkway

Jun 04, 2026 at 09:45 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department crews rushed to the scene of a vehicle fire on Interstate 24 Eastbound on Thursday evening. The blaze broke ou.... Read More

Tennessee Immigration Law Faces Federal Court Battle Before July Rollout

Jun 04, 2026 at 06:59 pm by WGNS News

TENNESSEE - A newly filed federal lawsuit is challenging a Tennessee immigration law that plaintiffs argue unlawfully allows the state to create and enforce its own removal-re.... Read More

Pleasant View Woman Indicted Following Alleged Threats Toward Tennessee Politician

Jun 04, 2026 at 06:23 pm by WGNS News

WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Tenn. - A Pleasant View woman has been taken into custody following a joint investigation involving the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, the Williamson Co.... Read More

Salvation Army Murfreesboro Honors First Responders with Donuts and Hosts Red Shield Car Show

Jun 04, 2026 at 04:41 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - The Salvation Army of Murfreesboro is bringing a sweet, century-old tradition to Rutherford County this weekend. Volunteers are hitting the street.... Read More

A Double Dose of 1776: DAR Donation and Revolutionary‑Era Exhibit Light Up Linebaugh

Jun 04, 2026 at 04:39 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - The Rutherford County Chapters of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) are making it easy to step back to 1776 as we celebrate America 250..... Read More

TSSAA Summer Meeting: Boys Volleyball, RPI Basketball Seeding, and Recruiting Rules on Agenda

Jun 04, 2026 at 04:31 pm by Primetime Sports

MT. JULIET, Tenn. (WGNS) - The governing body for Tennessee high school sports is preparing for a busy summer session that could directly impact athletes and coaches across Ru.... Read More

Rutherford County Child Advocacy Centers Launch Internet Safety Campaign

Jun 04, 2026 at 04:25 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - June is National Internet Safety Month, and local child advocates are stepping up to help Rutherford County parents protect their kids online. Wit.... Read More

MTSU Women Gain Second Chance at Full Tuition as Scholarship Deadline Extends

Jun 04, 2026 at 04:20 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Nontraditional female students at Middle Tennessee State University have more time to secure a free year of college. The June S. Anderson Foundati.... Read More

Hundreds of Students Begin College Journey Through MTSU’s New to Blue Program

Jun 04, 2026 at 02:49 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. - Middle Tennessee State University is welcoming hundreds of incoming freshmen and transfer students through its 2026 “New to Blue” orientation.... Read More

Oaklands Mansion Hosts Lightning Bugs and Lemonade Event

Jun 03, 2026 at 05:58 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Oaklands Mansion is welcoming Rutherford County residents back to its grounds this Friday (June 5th), for the annual Lightning Bugs and Lemonade e.... Read More

La Vergne Police Arrest Suspect After Waldron Road Shooting

Jun 03, 2026 at 02:47 pm by WGNS

LA VERGNE, Tenn. (WGNS) - La Vergne police are working to piece together what caused a daylight shooting on Wednesday morning. Officers rushed to the area of Waldron Road and.... Read More

Rutherford County Residents Have One Week Left to Apply for Ice Storm Relief

Jun 03, 2026 at 02:44 pm by WGNS

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS) - Rutherford County residents affected by January's severe ice storm have one week left to apply for federal disaster assistance. The final dea.... Read More

WGNS Radio Named Finalist for Six Major Statewide Broadcasting Awards

Jun 03, 2026 at 09:57 am by WGNS

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WGNS) - WGNS Radio is celebrating six nominations for the 2026 Tennessee Association of Broadcasters Excellence in Broadcasting Awards. The local station is.... Read More

Amber Alert Canceled, La Vergne Considers AI Dispatch Tool, and Friday Night Live Returns | Jun. 3, 2026

Jun 03, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Clarksville’s Amber Alert for 3-year-old Tyler Hall is canceled after the child is found.... Read More

Premium Gas in Tennessee Now Costs Slightly Less Than a Family Vacation

Jun 02, 2026 at 10:42 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. -  Tennessee motorists received a rare and somewhat emotional gift this week at the gas pump: prices that actually moved downward instead of performin.... Read More

Friday Night Live Returns to Downtown Murfreesboro with The Piano Men

Jun 02, 2026 at 06:04 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. -  Music, dancing, food, and community art will take center stage in downtown Murfreesboro this week as the first Friday Night Live concert of the sea.... Read More

New State Welcome Signs Being Installed

Jun 02, 2026 at 09:47 am by WGNS

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WGNS) - State officials unveiled a brand-new look for Tennessee welcome signs that will soon greet drivers entering the state. Governor Bill Lee joined leade.... Read More

Ed the Zebra’s Anniversary, Raymond Berry Remembered & Riverdale’s New Coach | Jun. 2, 2026

Jun 02, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Rutherford County families are encouraged to include pets in emergency plans as TEMA recognizes J.... Read More

La Vergne High Students Build Race-Ready Harley-Davidson for National Competition

Jun 01, 2026 at 11:20 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. - Students at La Vergne High School are preparing to unveil a professionally built flat track motorcycle after spending months transforming.... Read More