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School Funding Debate, Smyrna Growth & Public Safety Incidents | March 27, 2026

Mar 27, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Friday, March 27, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Health inspection scores reveal several low ratings across Rutherford County, including multiple M.... Read More

Holloway Graduate Dr. Jessica Supakhan Named Principal of Both Alma Mater and Virtual School

Mar 26, 2026 at 10:14 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — The Rutherford County Board of Education has announced a historic homecoming for one of its own. Dr. Jessica Supakhan, the educator responsi.... Read More

Legendary Rick Insell Era Ends: Lady Raiders Fall in WNIT Super 16

Mar 26, 2026 at 08:54 pm by Primetime Sports

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — The final buzzer sounded on a legendary chapter of Middle Tennessee athletics Thursday night as the Lady Raiders fell to Cleveland State 66-.... Read More

TDOT Announces New I-24 Ramp Construction and Holiday Work Suspension

Mar 26, 2026 at 05:40 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) has announced a new phase of construction for Interstate 24 that will specifically target.... Read More

La Vergne Fire Crews Respond to Two Separate Residential Fires Wednesday

Mar 26, 2026 at 05:26 pm by WGNS

LA VERGNE, Tenn. (WGNS) — La Vergne Fire Rescue responded to two residential fires on Wednesday morning at Hurricane Circle and Wortham Court. One person was injured in.... Read More

La Vergne Police Unveil New Patrol Design Featuring High School Logo

Mar 26, 2026 at 01:54 pm by WGNS

LA VERGNE, Tenn. (WGNS) — The La Vergne Police Department has unveiled a new patrol vehicle design that will feature the LaVergne High School “L” logo on eve.... Read More

Smyrna Man Arrested After Police Chase Ends in I-40 Crash

Mar 26, 2026 at 12:32 pm by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, Tenn.  - A 22-year-old man from Smyrna is behind bars after allegedly fleeing from police and nearly striking officers during an overnight traffic stop that en.... Read More

Siegel High School Set to Host 2nd Annual Summer Basketball Camp

Mar 26, 2026 at 11:17 am by Primetime Sports

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — Siegel High School is preparing to open its gymnasium doors to the community for the 2nd Annual Siegel Basketball Camp this summer. KEY P.... Read More

MTSU Coaching Shakeup, Siegel High Updates & Statewide Policy Debates | Mar. 25, 2026

Mar 25, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Middle Tennessee State University names Matt Insull as the next women’s basketball head.... Read More

Comfort Zone Camp Offers Healing and Hope for Grieving Children

Mar 24, 2026 at 09:33 pm by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, TN (WGNS) - A nationally recognized bereavement camp that has helped more than 25,000 children is coming to Middle Tennessee this fall, offering a free weekend of.... Read More
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Matt Insell Named Next Head Coach for MTSU Lady Raiders

Mar 24, 2026 at 06:21 pm by Primetime Sports

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — Middle Tennessee State University has announced a clear path for the future of its women's basketball program, naming Matt Insell as the suc.... Read More

MFRD Responds to Fire at Siegel High School Auditorium

Mar 24, 2026 at 05:24 pm by WGNS

  MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — The Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department (MFRD) responded to a localized fire incident at Siegel High School on Tuesday morning..... Read More

Siegel Names Veteran Lynus Martin as New Head Boys Basketball Coach

Mar 24, 2026 at 04:42 pm by Primetime Sports

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — Siegel High School is entering a new era on the hardwood as administrators officially introduced Lynus Martin as the new Head Boys Basketbal.... Read More

Four‑County Solid Waste Board Sets Public Hearing for 6 pm March 25

Mar 24, 2026 at 03:55 pm by WGNS News

McMINNVILLE, TN (WGNS) - The Central Tennessee Regional Solid Waste Planning Board will meet Wednesday night in McMinnville, bringing together representatives from Cannon, C.... Read More

Suspect in Death of a Murfreesboro Woman Previously Ordered to Undergo Anger Management

Mar 24, 2026 at 03:49 pm by WGNS News

UPDATED: MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Murfreesboro Police have arrested a 33-year-old man in connection with the homicide of a 35-year-old woman discovered inside a local mob.... Read More

Legendary Oakland and Eagleville Basketball Coach Gary Johnson Passes Away

Mar 24, 2026 at 01:30 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — Rutherford County is reflecting on the life of a local sports icon following the passing of Gary Johnson at the age of 80. A man whose.... Read More

Rutherford County Zetas Invite Community to Uplift Mothers and Families

Mar 24, 2026 at 11:16 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - The Rutherford County Zetas are inviting the community to come together this spring for an afternoon centered on mothers, babies, and the families.... Read More

Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Salutes Our First Responders--Service on the Front Lines

Mar 24, 2026 at 10:21 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN (WGNS) - First Responder Wellness Week (March 23–29) is now underway across the country, Ascension Saint Thomas Behavioral Health Hospital is usi.... Read More

From 80 Degrees to 47: Welcome to Spring in the Volunteer State

Mar 24, 2026 at 07:39 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Murfreesboro may be one of the fastest‑growing cities in America — 16th in the nation among cities with more than 100,000 people — but.... Read More

Driver Found Passed Out as Car Rolls Toward Percy Priest Lake

Mar 24, 2026 at 06:58 am by WGNS News

La VERGNE, TN (WGNS) - A potentially dangerous situation at the Hurricane Creek Boat Ramp on Sunday morning ended safely thanks to a quick response from La Vergne police. Ar.... Read More