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Murfreesboro Educator Named Regional Teacher of the Year Semi-Finalist

May 14, 2026 at 03:24 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - A Murfreesboro teacher is in the running for a major state honor. Murfreesboro City Schools announced that Ms. Amy Jackson is a semi-finalist for.... Read More

Murfreesboro Honors Fallen Heroes at Stones River National Cemetery

May 14, 2026 at 03:10 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Stones River National Battlefield is inviting the Rutherford County community to remember the fallen during a series of events from May 23rd-26th..... Read More

Three Students Face Charges After Assaulting Staff and SRO at Siegel High School

May 13, 2026 at 10:15 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Three Siegel High School students face criminal charges after a series of clashes left a deputy punched and teachers shoved in the school cafeteri.... Read More

Smyrna Appoints Veteran Lawman Kyle Evans as New Town Attorney

May 13, 2026 at 03:12 pm by WGNS

SMYRNA, Tenn. (WGNS) - The Town of Smyrna has a new face leading its legal team. Officials announced Wednesday that Kyle Evans will serve as the new Town Attorney, bringing de.... Read More

Hometown Idol Hero, Kroger Flood Fears & Tennessee’s Map Fight Heats Up | May 13, 2026

May 13, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Murfreesboro native Jordan McCullough finishes runner-up on Season 24 of American Idol after ad.... Read More

Smyrna Lawmaker Secures Tougher Penalties For Fatal Hit-And-Run Drivers

May 12, 2026 at 09:05 pm by WGNS

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WGNS) - A local lawmaker is changing state law to ensure hit-and-run drivers face real time behind bars. State Representative Robert Stevens of Smyrna sponso.... Read More

School Lockdowns Cleared, Fatal Murfreesboro Crash, I-24 Teen Arrests & La Vergne Traffic Changes | May 12, 2026

May 12, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Multiple Tennessee schools were placed on lockdown Monday after threatening phone calls targeted.... Read More

Hairspray at the Center for the Arts

May 11, 2026 at 11:28 am by Producer

The 1960s are officially taking over Murfreesboro as the Center for the Arts gears up for their high-energy production of Hairspray. Guest Heather Steele, fresh off a red-ey.... Read More

Murfreesboro Event Center Plans, Stonecrest Safety Honor & New School Leaders | May 11, 2026

May 11, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Monday, May 11, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: A long-vacant Murfreesboro property at Medical Center Parkway and Gateway Boulevard is moving towa.... Read More

Tennessee Redistricting, Murfreesboro Road Plans & Jordan McCullough’s Hometown Celebration | May 8, 2026

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

Friday, May 8, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Tennessee’s revised congressional maps trigger a special qualifying period for 2026 U.S. Hous.... Read More

State GOP Leaders Reach Consensus on Congressional Map Splitting Rutherford County

May 06, 2026 at 04:55 pm by WGNS

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WGNS) - Rutherford County’s days as a single-district community are likely coming to an end as state lawmakers fast-track a new congressional map. The.... Read More

Erma Siegel Elementary Wins Second State STEAM Award

May 06, 2026 at 03:55 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Erma Siegel Elementary is making headlines again for its commitment to student success. The Tennessee Department of Education recently recognized.... Read More

MTE Moving Power Lines Near Stones River Battlefield

May 06, 2026 at 03:49 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Middle Tennessee Electric is preparing to move power lines in a busy part of Murfreesboro to make the local grid more reliable. Starting May 11th,.... Read More

MTSU Drive-Thru Collects Over 80 Pounds of Meds and Vapes

May 06, 2026 at 03:40 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Middle Tennessee State University officials collected over 80 pounds of unwanted medications and vape products during the recent biannual MTSU Dru.... Read More

Rutherford County Voters Shake Up Local Leadership In Primary Election

May 05, 2026 at 11:32 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Local voters opted for change Tuesday night as several incumbents lost their seats in the Rutherford County primary. In the race for County Mayo.... Read More

Loaded Guns Found at Rutherford County Proms, Gas Prices Spike & Stroke Survivor Inspires Hope | May 5, 2026

May 05, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Loaded handguns were recovered during security checks at two separate Rutherford County school pro.... Read More

Special Olympics Area 16 & American Idol’s Jordan McCullogh in Murfreesboro

May 04, 2026 at 11:27 am by Producer

Murfreesboro is buzzing with elite talent and community spirit as the city hosts the Special Olympics for Area 16 while cheering on hometown hero Jordan McCullough in the Am.... Read More

Who’s Running in Tuesday’s Election? Gun Store Burglary & Coach Mack Hawks Retires | May 4, 2026

May 04, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Monday, May 4, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Murfreesboro Police investigate a smash-and-grab burglary at Black Frog Arms and Range, where suspe.... Read More

Oakland High Baseball Coach Mack Hawks Retires After 37 Seasons

May 01, 2026 at 06:46 pm by Primetime Sports

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - An era of Oakland High School baseball is coming to an end. Longtime head coach Mack Hawks officially announced his retirement this week after 37.... Read More

Boys & Girls Clubs of Rutherford County: Steak & Burger Event & Youth Success

May 01, 2026 at 11:07 am by Producer

Boys & Girls Clubs of Rutherford County are gearing up for a massive summer, headlined by the highly anticipated Steak & Burger event and a mystery celebrity guest a.... Read More