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Appeal Denied in Case that Focused on Robbery at Advance Financial on Old Fort Parkway

Dec 14, 2023 at 08:19 pm by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - In a recent court decision, Marcus Anthony Robey's appeal for post-conviction relief has been denied. The case dates back to 2013 when Robey pl.... Read More

MORE: Landmark Life Sentence Handed Down in Rutherford County for Aggravated Rape of a Child

Dec 14, 2023 at 05:45 pm by WGNS News

    RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - In a historic verdict, 26-year-old Brian Jeffrey Burke, Jr. of Murfreesboro, TN has been sentenced to life in prison without the possib.... Read More

Congressman Rose who Serves 19-Counties to Include Cannon, Wilson and Davidson - Advocates for Affordable Housing Solutions

Dec 14, 2023 at 01:09 pm by WGNS News

TENNESSEE - Recently, the U.S. House Committee on Financial Services, Subcommittee on Housing and Insurance held a hearing titled ‘Housing Affordability: Governmental Ba.... Read More

Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Presents 2023 Physician Awards for Excellence in Clinical Leadership

Dec 14, 2023 at 10:20 am by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, Tenn. - Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford is pleased to recognize its 2023 honorees for outstanding accomplishments in clinical leadership. Dr. Brad Chesney has.... Read More

Rockvale Middle dedicates auditorium to first principal Fred Barlow

Dec 14, 2023 at 05:45 am by WGNS News

ROCKVALE, TN - When Fred Barlow began his career in education over 40 years ago, he always wondered about the impact he would leave. Barlow was the first principal to le.... Read More

Rash of Auto Burglaries in Shelbyville Resolved with Arrest of Repeat Offender

Dec 14, 2023 at 05:30 am by WGNS News

  BEDFORD COUNTY, TN - Rutherford County is not the only area that has problems with vehicle break-ins. In nearby Shelbyville, just 15 minutes from the Rutherford County.... Read More

Murfreesboro City Council Gathers for Decisive Workshop

Dec 13, 2023 at 04:21 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO,  TENN  - Murfreesboro City Council is set to convene in a Regular Workshop meeting on Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023, at the Municipal Airport Business Center.... Read More

Don Bartch Named Principal of the Year Middle Grand Division

Dec 13, 2023 at 03:43 pm by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO)  Don Bartch has been named as 2023-24 Principal of the Year Middle Grand Division winner by the Tennessee Department of Education. The Tennessee Princ.... Read More

Community Honors Fallen Officer

Dec 13, 2023 at 03:30 pm by WGNS

(La VERGNE, TN) In honor of La Vergne Police Officer Brandon Joyner, who died Monday in a single-vehicle accident, his patrol vehicle has been set up in front of La Vergn.... Read More

MPD Officer Baer Receives SAR Life Saving Award

Dec 13, 2023 at 02:58 pm by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO)  A Murfreesboro Police officer was honored by the Sons of the American Revolution. Members of the Sons of the American Revolution Tennessee Society Stones.... Read More

Murfreesboro Man In Prison for Life

Dec 13, 2023 at 02:18 pm by WGNS

IN-DEPTH: Read more details about this story be checking out our more in-depth article - by CLICKING HERE. (MURFREESBORO)  A Murfreesboro man will spend the rest of his.... Read More

Smyrna Police Issue Warning on Suspicious Mail Scam Targeting Residents

Dec 13, 2023 at 10:55 am by WGNS News

  SMYRNA, TN - The Smyrna Police Department has issued a warning to local residents, urging caution amid reports of a potential scam involving organizations claiming to.... Read More

Exchange Club's Officer of the Year: RCSO Det. Amanda McPherson

Dec 13, 2023 at 07:36 am by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO) Sheriff’s Detective Amanda McPherson earned the Rutherford County Sheriff’s “Officer of the Year” award from the Exchange Club of Ruther.... Read More

Happy 34th Anniversary Demos' Family!

Dec 13, 2023 at 04:27 am by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO) It was 34-years ago that Jim and Doris Demos opened the legendary Demos’ Steak and Spaghetti House at 1115 NW Broad Street. Over the years the eatery&rsqu.... Read More

UPDATE: 2023 Wreaths Across America at Stones River National Cemetery

Dec 13, 2023 at 01:17 am by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN – On Saturday, December 16, 2023, members of the Rutherford County community, as well as attendees from well outside of the local area, will gather at S.... Read More

100 Women Who Care - Rutherford County Empowers Local Non-Profits with Over $34,000 in 2023

Dec 13, 2023 at 01:01 am by WGNS News

Rutherford County's chapter of 100 Women Who Care is a dedicated force for positive change. They are thrilled to announce that they have generously donated over $34,000 in 202.... Read More

New Bikes and More with the Rutherford County Shop with the Sheriff Event

Dec 13, 2023 at 12:57 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Eleven-year-old Jace couldn’t wait to ride his new mountain bike. “I’ll be zooming down my neighborhood,” Jace promised.... Read More

Continued Growth for Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital and an Increase in Critical Care Beds

Dec 12, 2023 at 11:45 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - In a year marked by continued growth in Rutherford County, Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital continues to make advances to better serve the.... Read More

Murfreesboro Police Seek Assistance in Identifying Person of Interest in Theft and Credit Card Fraud Investigation

Dec 12, 2023 at 09:43 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Murfreesboro Police Detectives are actively seeking information to identify a person of interest connected to a recent theft and credit card fraud case that.... Read More

Warren County Drug Bust: Authorities Confiscate Nearly 1-Pound of Meth and Collar 48-Year-Old Suspect

Dec 12, 2023 at 07:10 am by WGNS News

  WARREN COUNTY, TN - In a coordinated effort by the McMinnville Police Department, Warren County Sheriff’s Department, and the Tennessee Bureau of Investigat.... Read More