Rutherford County News

Storms Could Be Strong/Severe Today

Jun 09, 2025 at 09:54 am by Rutherford Weather

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN (WGNS) – Residents in Rutherford County and much of Middle Tennessee should stay weather-aware today as forecasters warn of the potential for stron.... Read More

Rutherford County Assessor Responds After Mayor Suggests Possible Resignation

Jun 05, 2025 at 02:46 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) – Rutherford County Property Assessor Rob Mitchell has issued a firm response after Mayor Joe Carr suggested he “would not be surprised&rdq.... Read More

Rutherford County Mayor Joe Carr Responds to Property Assessor Noncompliance Findings

Jun 04, 2025 at 02:41 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) – Rutherford County Mayor Joe Carr is responding to a serious state report that found major problems in how local property values are bei.... Read More

RuCo Assistant District Attorney Arrested, Charged with Domestic Assault

Jun 03, 2025 at 07:55 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - Special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) have arrested and charged a Rutherford County prosecutor following an investigation int.... Read More

Busted: Murfreesboro and Smyrna Men Charged in Vehicle Theft Attempt

May 27, 2025 at 01:14 pm by WGNS Radio News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — In the early morning hours of Monday, May 26, keen observation and swift action by Murfreesboro police led to the arrest of two men following a rep.... Read More

Man Arrested After Burglary, Car Theft, and High-Speed Chase Across County Lines

May 26, 2025 at 01:30 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) – A 21-year-old man is behind bars following a series of crimes that began with a burglary and ended in a crash after a high-speed chase.... Read More

Tuesday, May 20th, 2025 | Severe Weather, I-24/La Vergne Shooting, Leadership Rutherford & More

May 20, 2025 at 04:15 am by WGNS

Website: https://www.wgnsradio.com/RutherfordRoundup Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6o5lRIqG99Id4sYA7oobVQ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rutherfor.... Read More

Monday, May 19th, 2025 | Severe Weather Likely, Spring Fling Week, High Speed Pursuit and more

May 19, 2025 at 04:15 am by WGNS

Website: https://www.wgnsradio.com/RutherfordRoundup Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6o5lRIqG99Id4sYA7oobVQ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rutherfor.... Read More

Fugitive Captured in La Vergne After High-Speed Multi-County Chase and Vehicle Theft

May 18, 2025 at 05:33 pm by WGNS

LA VERGNE, Tenn. (WGNS) — A dramatic multi-county search has come to an end in La Vergne, where 58-year old Carlos McCoy was taken into custody Saturday m.... Read More

WGNS Named Finalist in Five Categories for 2025 TAB Excellence in Broadcasting Awards

May 13, 2025 at 04:25 pm by WGNS

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WGNS) - WGNS Radio has earned recognition as a finalist in five prestigious categories for the 2025 Tennessee Association of Broadcasters (TAB) Excellen.... Read More

Eagleville's Mattie Pruitt Says Goodbye to American Idol Journey, but Leaves a Lasting Legacy

May 11, 2025 at 09:32 pm by WGNS

ANAHEIM, Calif. (WGNS) – Eagleville’s own Mattie Pruitt wrapped up her inspiring American Idol journey on Sunday night (May 11), finishing just shy of the Top 5 of.... Read More

Mitchell Mote Retires After 37½ Years Serving Rutherford County Through UT Extension

May 01, 2025 at 06:47 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — After nearly four decades of service to Rutherford County, Mitchell Mote has officially retired from the University of Tennessee Extens.... Read More

SCAM UPDATE: Toll Road Scams Coincidently Hitting Multiple People After Vacation

Apr 28, 2025 at 05:41 pm by WGNS News

MIDDLE TENNESSEE - A scam making the rounds across Rutherford County, Warren County, and other nearby communities is tricking unsuspecting residents into paying fake toll viol.... Read More

Rutherford County Eyes Growth with Possible $1 Billion Budget

Apr 24, 2025 at 09:30 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - It’s budget season for Rutherford County and planning ahead for the construction of new schools is a must as the county continues to experience s.... Read More

Rutherford County Mayor Talks Budget, Forensics, Schools, Choice Lanes & More

Apr 23, 2025 at 02:08 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - On today's episode of the WGNS Action Line, host Scott Walker sits down with Rutherford County Mayor Joe Carr to discuss some of the most pressing.... Read More

Saks Global Fulfillment Center in La Vergne to Permanently Close, 446 Employees Affected

Apr 18, 2025 at 04:04 pm by WGNS

LA VERGNE - Saks Global Tennessee Fulfillment Center will begin a permanent closure of its facility at 1 Walden Books Drive starting June 4, 2025, according to a WARN not.... Read More

Urgent: Rutherford County Officials Seek Public’s Help in Locating Missing Toddler

Apr 01, 2025 at 06:43 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) has issued an Endangered Child Alert for 2-year-old Harleigh Stover, who was last seen on March 31 near Har.... Read More

Rutherford County Detectives Seek Information on Tuesday Home Invasion in Florence Road Area

Mar 05, 2025 at 10:41 am by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN – Two unidentified individuals broke into a home on Heatherwood Drive off Florence Road on Tuesday, stealing multiple items from the unsuspecting o.... Read More

Heartfelt Tributes Pour In for Murfreesboro Cyclist Killed on His Way to Work

Nov 16, 2024 at 04:46 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - A tragic accident on the Old Nashville Highway near Creekmont Drive claimed the life of a Murfreesboro resident early Friday morning. Jonathan Hamilton.... Read More

REMINDER: Rutherford County Hazardous Waste Collection 8AM-Noon This Saturday

Nov 01, 2024 at 07:00 am by WGNS

This Saturday, from 8:00 a.m. until noon, residents are invited to participate in a free Household Hazardous Waste Collection event at the Murfreesboro Solid Waste Department.... Read More