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UPDATE: Dozens of Guns Stolen in Murfreesboro Smash-and-Grab Burglaries, Teens Arrested

Jun 26, 2026 at 05:05 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. - Automatic license plate reader technology helped Murfreesboro Police identify suspects in two separate smash-and-grab burglaries that resulted in do.... Read More

Rutherford Jobs Stay Strong, Recycling Improves & Murfreesboro Election Forum Highlights City Growth | June 26, 2026

Jun 26, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Friday, June 26, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Rutherford County’s unemployment rate remains low at 2.6% for May, continuing to outperform T.... Read More

Murfreesboro Concert Celebrates America's 250th Birthday with Patriotic Music

Jun 25, 2026 at 05:52 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Local musicians are tuning up to help Rutherford County celebrate a major milestone in American history. The Center for the Arts and the Tenn.... Read More

Extreme Heat Threatens Rutherford County: Health Experts Issue Warning

Jun 25, 2026 at 04:15 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Local health experts are urging Rutherford County residents to stay weather-aware as dangerous heat and humidity blanket Middle Tennessee. Forecas.... Read More

Tennessee’s New Education Laws, Execution Protocol Questions & Rutherford County Fourth of July Plans | Jun. 24, 2026

Jun 24, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

  Wednesday, June 24, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Tennessee’s new Charlie Kirk American Heritage Act takes effect July 1, allowing.... Read More

Tennessee THC Ban Looms, DCS Civil Rights Complaints & Project Milkweed Returns | June 23, 2026

Jun 23, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

  Tuesday, June 23, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Tennessee dispensaries prepare for a major July 1 change as a new state law takes full e.... Read More

Fisk Shooting Arrests, Gas Station Skimmer Chase & Smyrna Sinkhole | Jun. 17, 2026

Jun 17, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Two 18-year-olds are arrested in Murfreesboro in connection with the January fatal shooting of.... Read More

Gas Prices Ease, La Vergne Fire Response, and Rutherford Students Gear Up for Route 66 Great Race | Jun. 16, 2026

Jun 16, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Tennessee drivers are seeing some relief at the pump, with Rutherford County gas prices averaging.... Read More

KIK App Warning, School Behavior Concerns, Inflation Pressure & Uninsured Drivers | Jun. 15, 2026

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

Monday, June 15, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Parents across Rutherford County are urged to review their children’s apps after a national.... Read More

Kyle Chrisley Indicted this Month in Rutherford County Following Alleged Tussle with Deputies this Past December

Jun 10, 2026 at 03:21 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS News) - Reality television personality Kyle Chrisley is once again making headlines in Middle Tennessee, but this time the spotlight is shinin.... Read More

Murfreesboro Detectives Bust Alleged Walmart Theft Ring Tied to Electric Toothbrush Scheme

Jun 09, 2026 at 04:45 pm by WGNS News

  MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS News) - Investigators with the Murfreesboro Police Department say a coordinated shoplifting operation centered around high-priced electric to.... Read More

Marketplace Shooting, Murfreesboro Budget, Major Developments & Tennessee Hemp Rules | June 8, 2026

Jun 08, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Monday, June 8, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: A Facebook Marketplace meetup in La Vergne turns violent, resulting in gunfire, one injury, and fo.... Read More

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

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

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

Eagleville School Names Jason Brown As New Principal

May 28, 2026 at 03:49 pm by WGNS

EAGLEVILLE, Tenn. (WGNS) - A familiar face is taking the reins at Eagleville School. Rutherford County Schools Director Dr. Jimmy Sullivan appointed longtime assistant princip.... Read More