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From the South 'Boro Area to North Murfreesboro, Building Infrastructure, Education, and the Gateway with New Businesses and Roads

Mar 12, 2026 at 11:42 am by WGNS News

Murfreesboro’s Future: Infrastructure, Education, and the Gateway What does it take to manage one of the fastest-growing cities in Tennessee? Join us as we sit down with.... Read More

Dr. John Hodge Jones Remembered as Visionary Leader Who Shaped Murfreesboro City Schools...Died at age 89

Mar 10, 2026 at 05:21 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Dr. John Hodge Jones, a man whose name became synonymous with educational innovation in Murfreesboro, passed away peacefully on March 8, 2026, at t.... Read More

Murfreesboro City Schools Opens 2026 Zone Waiver Enrollment, Sets March Campus Tours

Mar 03, 2026 at 09:44 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Murfreesboro City Schools have recently opened its annual enrollment period for zone waivers from, which began on Feb. 26 and r.... Read More

Murfreesboro City School's African American Cultural Celebration

Feb 05, 2026 at 10:06 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Bradley Academy, in partnership with Patterson Park, will host its annual African American Cultural Celebration later this month, bringing together s.... Read More

Eva Carroll, an English Language Arts 7th Grade Teacher at Siegel Middle School

Feb 02, 2026 at 06:02 pm by WGNS

The Doug Young Educator of the Month - sponsored by City Tile and Floor Covering on Spring Street. Nominate a teacher for Educator of the Month. Head to our website, WGNSRa.... Read More

Murfreesboro City Schools Announces February 2026 Teacher Job Fair (Additional Positions Also Available)

Jan 29, 2026 at 02:22 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Murfreesboro City Schools (MCS) has announced updated details for its 2026 Teacher Job Fair, inviting educators to explore career opportunities in.... Read More

Rev. Martha Touchton Named 2026 Excellence in Education Honoree

Jan 23, 2026 at 02:17 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS NEWS) - The City Schools Foundation has announced that Rev. Martha Touchton will be honored with the 2026 Excellence in Education Award, a recognition.... Read More

Honoring Legacies and Looking Ahead: Murfreesboro City Schools Updates with Lisa Trail

Jan 19, 2026 at 11:01 am by Producer

In this episode, host Bryan Barrett sits down with Lisa Trail from Murfreesboro City Schools to discuss two major upcoming deadlines that parents and community members won't.... Read More

Murfreesboro Invited to Honor the People Who Shaped Our Schools--Deadline Jan. 30!

Jan 16, 2026 at 12:07 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS News) - Time is running out for Murfreesboro residents to nominate their favorite Murfreesboro City Schools educator for the 2025–26 Teachers Ha.... Read More

Deadline Nears for Discovery School Applications for 2026–27 School Year

Jan 13, 2026 at 06:08 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — The application deadline is approaching for families interested in enrolling their children at Discovery School for the 2026–27 academic year.... Read More
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School Bus Crash on SE Broad Slows Traffic but Spares Students

Jan 09, 2026 at 06:08 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS Radio) - A Friday (1/9/2026) afternoon crash involving a Murfreesboro City Schools bus and two other vehicles brought traffic to a crawl along SE Broa.... Read More

MCS Invites Community to Honor the Educators and Staff Who Shaped Local Schools

Dec 27, 2025 at 03:37 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Murfreesboro City Schools is opening the door for the community to help celebrate the people who built the district’s reputation for excellence. Nom.... Read More

MCS Announces 2025 Teachers of the Year

Dec 17, 2025 at 06:00 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) – Murfreesboro City Schools (MCS) is proud to announce the 2025 Teachers of the Year and Novice Teacher of the Year. These outstanding ed.... Read More

Amy Swicord, Early Childhood Education Assistant, Holloway High School

Dec 16, 2025 at 04:56 pm by WGNS

The Doug Young Educator of the Month - sponsored by City Tile and Floor Covering on Spring Street. Nominate a teacher for Educator of the Month. Head to our website, WGNSRa.... Read More

Discovery School Admissions Explained: What Families Need to Know for 2026–2027

Dec 15, 2025 at 10:57 am by Producer

On this episode of Rutherford Issues, host Bryan Barrett talks with Discovery School principal Dr. Caitlin Bullard about admissions for the upcoming 2026–2027 school y.... Read More
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A Norman Rockwell Christmas Comes to Life on the Square

Dec 06, 2025 at 07:19 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Despite the chill in the air, Murfreesboro’s historic Public Square was glowing Friday (12/5/2025) evening as families bundled up to witness the annua.... Read More

Supporting Students Beyond the Classroom: MCS Parent University & Family Resource Efforts

Nov 17, 2025 at 11:06 am by Producer

On this episode of Rutherford Issues on WGNS, host Bryan Barrett talks with Jennifer Lowe of Murfreesboro City Schools about how the district supports families through its Par.... Read More

Discovery School’s Julie Seymour Wins Prestigious 2025 Tennessee RISE Award

Nov 13, 2025 at 03:38 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Murfreesboro City Schools is celebrating a major statewide honor after the Tennessee Department of Education named Julie Seymour, STEAM Coordinator.... Read More

Discovery School Opens Applications for Gifted Learners in 2026–27 School Year

Nov 05, 2025 at 04:40 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Murfreesboro families with high-achieving young learners have a unique opportunity on the horizon. Discovery School, the city’s academically acceler.... Read More

Community, Culture & Competition | Murfreesboro City Schools

Oct 20, 2025 at 11:19 am by Producer

In this episode, Bryan Barrett sits down with Lisa Trail, Director of Communications and Strategic Initiatives for Murfreesboro City Schools, to talk about two exciting upcomi.... Read More