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Road Rage Gunshot Lead to Felony Arrest on Large Poppy Drive

Oct 16, 2026 at 11:41 am

LA VERGNE, Tenn. (WGNS) - A Thursday evening road rage confrontation in a La Vergne neighborhood ended with a firearm discharged and a local man facing a felony charge. La Ve.... Read More

Murfreesboro Mayor Honors Two Police Officers with STARS Awards for Saving Shooting Victims

Oct 15, 2026 at 09:35 pm

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Mayor Shane McFarland officially recognized Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) Officer Victor Morris and Officer Wade Lakin with STARS awards du.... Read More

Severe Drought Worsens as Weekend Cold Front Arrives

Oct 15, 2026 at 02:03 pm by Rutherford Weather

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS) - A strong autumn cold front will push through Rutherford County on Friday (October 16th), bringing gusty winds and much colder weather, but of.... Read More

Main Street Murfreesboro Hosts Town Hall Meeting on Proposed National Register Historic District

Oct 15, 2026 at 12:59 pm

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Main Street Murfreesboro will host a public town hall meeting on Tuesday, October 27th to outline plans for seeking a National Register of Histori.... Read More

MTE Volunteers Pack Over 12,000 Meals for Local Families in Need

Oct 15, 2026 at 12:55 pm

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Middle Tennessee Electric (MTE) employee volunteers teamed up with Meals of Hope to package more than 12,000 meals for local families facing food.... Read More

Rutherford County Fire Rescue Hosts Free Open House Saturday

Oct 15, 2026 at 12:47 pm

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Rutherford County Fire Rescue (RCFR) invites local families to learn about safety and meet emergency crews during a free Fire Prevention Open Hous.... Read More

TVA Secures Federal Funding to Boost Power Grid Resilience and Expand Capacity

Oct 15, 2026 at 12:43 pm

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WGNS) - The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is partnering with the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) to deliver nearly $741 million in total planned grid inve.... Read More

Rutherford County SRO Deputy Arrington Saves Choking Student at Siegel High School

Oct 15, 2026 at 12:33 pm

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - A quick response by a Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office (RCSO) School Resource Officer (SRO) helped save a student’s life after the s.... Read More

Rutherford County Data Center Moratorium, Library Lawsuit & Hell's Kitchen Winner Opens Restaurant | Oct. 14, 2026

Oct 14, 2026 at 04:30 am by WGNS

In Today’s Episode: Rutherford County Moves Toward Data Center Moratorium: The Planning Commission unanimously recommends a one-year pause on new data center deve.... Read More

Rutherford County Library Board Hires Attorney to Defend Against Former Director's Lawsuit

Oct 13, 2026 at 09:49 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS)- The Rutherford County Library System Board of Directors has unanimously approved hiring an attorney to defend against a federal discrimination and.... Read More

‘Hell’s Kitchen’ Winner Alex Belew to Open New Murfreesboro Restaurant Chinwag on October 22nd

Oct 13, 2026 at 09:45 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS)- A familiar name in Murfreesboro's culinary scene is preparing to open a new restaurant later this month. Alex Belew, the Murfreesboro native who wo.... Read More

Rutherford County Planning Commission Unanimously Backs One-Year Moratorium on Data Centers

Oct 13, 2026 at 09:38 pm by WGNS

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS)- Rutherford County is one step closer to temporarily restricting new data center development after th.... Read More

Talk about exploring Old City Cemetery and First Church--2PM Oct. 25 at Oaklands Mansion

Oct 13, 2026 at 02:49 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Murfreesboro’s earliest days will take center stage on Sunday (10/25/2026) afternoon when the Rutherford County Archaeological Society gathers.... Read More

Murfreesboro Murder Case, Kids Corner Closing & Tennessee's Property Tax Vote | Oct. 13, 2026

Oct 13, 2026 at 04:15 am by WGNS

Tuesday, October 13, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In today's episode, we're covering the latest developments in a Murfreesboro murder investigation, a local business prepar.... Read More

COMMENTARY - Before ESPN and Remote Controls: A Trip Down Sports Broadcasting Memory Lane

Oct 12, 2026 at 01:46 pm

  Commentary - From the earliest radio broadcasts to today's around-the-clock sports networks, the way Americans watch and listen to sporting events has undergone a rema.... Read More

Murfreesboro Murder Case Moves Forward: Two Defendants Face January 2027 Arraignment

Oct 12, 2026 at 10:41 am

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS News) – WGNS continues to follow the legal proceedings involving two individuals arrested in connection with the murder of a woman in Murfreesb.... Read More

Former Siegel Basketball Coach Remembered, I-24 Closures & Buc-ee's Opening Date | Oct. 12, 2026

Oct 12, 2026 at 04:15 am by WGNS

Monday, October 12, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Remembering Coach Ben Dotson: Rutherford County mourns the passing of former Siegel High.... Read More

Buc-ee's Sets November 16th Opening Date for Long-Awaited Murfreesboro Location

Oct 11, 2026 at 09:37 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS)- The countdown is on for Middle Tennessee's first Buc-ee's, as the popular Texas-based travel center chain prepares to open its massive new Murfrees.... Read More

I-24 Ramp Closures Rescheduled in Rutherford County, Multiple Weekends of Construction Planned

Oct 11, 2026 at 09:22 pm by WGNS

SMYRNA, Tenn. (WGNS)- Drivers traveling Interstate 24 through Rutherford County should prepare for several weekends of ramp closures and traffic disruptions as the Tennessee D.... Read More

Ethos Countywide Auditions Set for November 1

Oct 11, 2026 at 06:50 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, TN (WGNS) - If you’ve got a young musician at home, Ethos Youth Ensembles is striking up the band for another season—and they’re making it clear that.... Read More
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