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Deep Roots, Big Dreams: Greenhouse Celebrates Its Past and Plans NEW GROWTH for the Future

Apr 16, 2026 at 04:50 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Greenhouse Ministries gathered friends, supporters, and community leaders Thursday (4/16/2026) for a double‑header celebration—first at breakfa.... Read More

UPDATE | Murfreesboro Police Arrest Armored Truck Robbery Suspect and Recover Cash

Apr 16, 2026 at 12:11 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Local law enforcement officials have successfully apprehended a key suspect in the robbery of an armored vehicle. Drew Edward Sisco, age 37, of Na.... Read More

Multi-Vehicle Crash Shuts Down Section of Joe B. Jackson Parkway in Murfreesboro

Apr 16, 2026 at 09:32 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - A significant traffic disruption is currently affecting motorists on the south side of Murfreesboro following a multi-vehicle accident. The collis.... Read More

Middle Tennessee State University Showcases Innovative Faculty Projects

Apr 15, 2026 at 05:16 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee State University recently brought together faculty, students and MTSU Board of Trustees members for a collaborative Faculty Show.... Read More

Traveling American History Exhibit Coming to Murfreesboro Church

Apr 15, 2026 at 05:10 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — A nationally traveling exhibit aimed at highlighting America’s founding history and faith-based roots is set to make a stop in Rutherford Cou.... Read More

TBI: Ex-Police Officer Accused of Throwing Explosive Device Faces Charges

Apr 15, 2026 at 05:03 pm by WGNS News

CAMPBELL COUNTY, Tenn. — A former police officer in LaFollette has been indicted following an investigation by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation into allegations of.... Read More

Firefighters Stop Townhome Blaze in Minutes After Officers in Northern Rutherford County Spotted Smoke

Apr 15, 2026 at 04:55 pm by WGNS News

LA VERGNE, Tenn. — A fast and coordinated emergency response helped prevent a townhome fire from spreading Tuesday afternoon, according to officials with the La Vergne P.... Read More

UPDATE | IRS Extends Tax Deadlines for ALL Tennessee Counties Following Ice Storm

Apr 15, 2026 at 02:14 pm by WGNS

WASHINGTON, D.C. (WGNS) - Local taxpayers are catching a major break as the Internal Revenue Service has officially expanded tax relief following recent disaster declarations..... Read More

TSSAA Rule Changes, Social Media Child Protections & La Vergne Armed Robbery | Apr. 15, 2026

Apr 15, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Major changes approved by the TSSAA could reshape high school athletics, including updated tr.... Read More

TPO Season Finale Brings Big News to Murfreesboro: Matthew Phelps is TPO's New Conductor!

Apr 15, 2026 at 04:29 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - The Tennessee Philharmonic Orchestra is gearing up for a season finale that’s carrying more excitement than usual. Not only will the April 23 c.... Read More

Sumner County Judge Imposes Historic 438-Year Sentence in Child Sex Abuse Case

Apr 14, 2026 at 11:45 pm by WGNS News

SUMNER COUNTY, TN – A multi-year investigation into a harrowing pattern of child exploitation reached a definitive conclusion on Tuesday as a Hendersonville man was sent.... Read More

MTE Hosts Free Earth Day Celebration in Downtown Murfreesboro This Saturday, April 18

Apr 14, 2026 at 11:13 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Families across Rutherford County are invited to celebrate Earth Day this weekend as Middle Tennessee Electric (MTE) hosts its annual.... Read More

Spike Strips Help Land Arrests by La Vergne Police Officers who Took Down Dangerous Robbery Crew

Apr 14, 2026 at 08:50 pm by WGNS News

LA VERGNE, TN – A high-stakes armed robbery ended with multiple suspects in handcuffs following a swift response and vehicle pursuit by the La Vergne Police Department..... Read More

TSSAA Approves Major Changes To Transfer And Recruiting Rules

Apr 14, 2026 at 04:45 pm by Primetime Sports

HERMITAGE, Tenn. (WGNS) - Local high school athletic departments are preparing for a series of regulatory shifts following the latest meeting of the TSSAA Legislative Council..... Read More

Inaugural Murfreesboro Hops Half Marathon to Benefit Child Advocacy Center

Apr 14, 2026 at 04:20 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - A new tradition in local athletics is taking shape as organizers announce the first-ever Hops Half marathon scheduled for October 24, 2026. The ra.... Read More

Murfreesboro Budget Boost, Library Shake-Up & Crypto Scam Surge | Apr. 14, 2026

Apr 14, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

  Tuesday, April 14, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Murfreesboro leaders signal a potential no tax increase for the upcoming fiscal year, bac.... Read More

Child Found in Home as Warren County Deputies Seize Meth and Guns

Apr 13, 2026 at 10:12 pm by WGNS News

MCMINNVILLE, TN — A narcotics investigation in Warren County has resulted in two arrests, multiple drug charges, and the seizure of firearms following the execution of a.... Read More

Ongoing Scams: If ‘The Government’ Wants Bitcoin, It’s Probably a Scam, Officials Say

Apr 13, 2026 at 09:40 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS NEWS) — If you recently received a text message claiming to be from the government demanding payment for a traffic violation, miss.... Read More

Interim Leader Appointed Library Director Following Abrupt Leadership Change in Rutherford County

Apr 13, 2026 at 07:46 pm by WGNS News

  MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS NEWS) — The Rutherford County Library System has entered a transitional phase following the abrupt termination of its former executive dir.... Read More

Murfreesboro May Avoid Tax Increase as Budget Planning for Next Fiscal Year Moves Forward

Apr 13, 2026 at 05:35 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS NEWS) - In Murfreesboro, planning for the upcoming fiscal year is underway, and at this point, it appears the city may be able to avoid two small words.... Read More