Rutherford County News

Hickory Falls to Close After 21 Years in Smyrna; Owners Announce Retirement

Dec 03, 2025 at 05:57 pm by WGNS

SMYRNA, Tenn. (WGNS) – After more than two decades as a community staple, Hickory Falls Restaurant in Smyrna announced it will close at the end of December as its founde.... Read More

Rutherford Roundup: Rutherford Library Showdown, Volunteer Firefighter Shortages & MTSU Expansion | Dec. 3, 2025

Dec 03, 2025 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Show Notes – Wednesday, December 3, 2025 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Allegations surface within the Rutherford County Library System as Direc.... Read More

City of Murfreesboro Files Suit to Stop BFI From Skirting State Law on Middle Point Landfill Expansion

Dec 02, 2025 at 09:30 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — The City of Murfreesboro says BFI is attempting to bypass required state procedures by filing directly with the Tennessee Department of Envi.... Read More

Rutherford Roundup: Rutherford County Education Shake-Up, Library Audits, Gas Price Relief & Downtown Closure | Dec. 2, 2025

Dec 02, 2025 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

📋 Show Notes – Tuesday, December 2, 2025 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Tennessee State Board of Education considers reducing high school world.... Read More

Rutherford Roundup: Deadly I-24 Crashes, High-Stakes Playoff Win & Holiday Parades | Dec. 1, 2025

Dec 01, 2025 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Show Notes – Monday, December 1, 2025 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Fatal multi-vehicle crash on I-24: Two people killed and several injured af.... Read More

Rutherford Roundup: Public Meeting Tensions, Holiday Safety Measures, and Mr. Football Honors | Nov. 26, 2025

Nov 26, 2025 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Show Notes – Wednesday, November 26, 2025 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: County commissioners voice growing concerns over rising tension and saf.... Read More

Rutherford County Clerk Saves the Day and Stops Jury-Duty Scam Before Victim Loses Money

Nov 25, 2025 at 01:30 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN — Another frightening jury-duty scam has surfaced in Rutherford County, but thanks to the quick thinking of Circuit Court Clerk Melissa Harrell, on.... Read More

Rutherford Roundup: Rutherford Schools Rezoning Push, Memphis Guard Dispute & Holiday Parades Kick Off | Nov. 25, 2025

Nov 25, 2025 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Show Notes – Tuesday, November 25, 2025 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Rutherford County Schools advance rezoning plans ahead of next year&rsquo.... Read More

Rutherford Roundup: Rutherford County’s Education Lawsuit, Reward School Milestone, Holiday Festivities & More | Nov. 24, 2025

Nov 24, 2025 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Show Notes – Monday, November 24, 2025 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: A major lawsuit is filed against Tennessee’s new Education Freedom S.... Read More

Rutherford Roundup: Missing Teen Search, State Rep. Buckart Remembered & Holiday Closures | Nov. 21, 2025

Nov 21, 2025 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Show Notes – Friday, November 21, 2025 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Murfreesboro Police correct earlier report, renew search for missing 16-ye.... Read More

Rutherford Roundup: Rutherford County Safety Alerts, Housing Report & Holiday Traditions | Nov. 19, 2025

Nov 19, 2025 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Show Notes – Wednesday, November 19, 2025 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Missing Murfreesboro teen Kai Manny Tindall found safe after more than.... Read More

Rutherford Roundup: Rutherford County Holiday Prep, TSSAA Playoff Review & Major Development Updates | Nov. 18, 2025

Nov 18, 2025 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Show Notes – Tuesday, November 18, 2025 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Crews assemble Rutherford County’s new three-story artificial Chris.... Read More

Rutherford Roundup: Rutherford County Crime Sweep, Mayor Carr’s Recovery, Road Work & MTSU Struggles | Nov. 17, 2025

Nov 17, 2025 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Show Notes – Monday, November 17, 2025 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Four suspects with ties to Rutherford County arrested in a series of coord.... Read More

County Faces $234,166 Bill Amid Dispute Over Property Appraisal Accuracy

Nov 16, 2025 at 01:39 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Recent actions by the Tennessee Comptroller’s Office — including a detailed review of Rutherford County property appraisals —.... Read More

Rutherford County Fire Rescue Welcomes Newest Class of Firefighters

Nov 15, 2025 at 07:30 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN — Rutherford County Fire Rescue celebrated the graduation of Recruit Class 25-01 Friday (11/14/25). The ceremony marked the end of 14 weeks of dema.... Read More

Mayor Joe Carr Provides Health Update After Training Accident

Nov 14, 2025 at 04:05 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — Rutherford County Mayor Joe Carr released a video Friday morning to update residents on his condition following a serious training acciden.... Read More

Rutherford County Mayor Joe Carr Hospitalized After Horse Training Accident

Nov 12, 2025 at 10:57 am by WGNS

LASCASSAS, Tenn. (WGNS) — Rutherford County Mayor Joe Carr is recovering at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville after being injured while training hor.... Read More

Rutherford Roundup: Veterans Day Reflections, Mayor Carr Ethics Complaint, and a “Sweet” Christmas Parade | Nov. 12, 2025

Nov 12, 2025 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Show Notes – Wednesday, November 12, 2025 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Toddler Found Safe in Frigid Morning: A Murfreesboro resident discovere.... Read More

Murfreesboro’s Kaye Jernigan Named Tennessee Titans Fan of the Year

Nov 11, 2025 at 03:48 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN – A familiar face in both public service and the stands of Nissan Stadium is being recognized on a national stage. Francina “Kaye” Jer.... Read More

Rutherford Roundup: Health Officials on Alert as Measles Cases Rise, Salvation Army Responds to Shutdown Strain, and TBI Probes County Assessor’s Office | Nov. 10, 2025

Nov 10, 2025 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Tennessee Measles Outbreak Grows: Health officials confirm eight measles cases statewide, with several in Middle Tenness.... Read More