Rutherford County Schools

LOCAL PODCAST - Returning to the Roots: Why More Tennessee Classrooms are Trading Tablets for Traditional Teaching

Apr 27, 2026 at 10:14 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN (WGNS) - On this episode of the WGNS Action Line, host Scott Walker welcomes back a regular and insightful guest, JC Bowman, the Executive Director and C.... Read More

Ruth. Co. School Board Member Tammy Sharp: JazzFest, Budget Retreats, and New School Construction

Apr 24, 2026 at 11:10 am by Producer

Rutherford County is bracing for a massive population surge, with 30,000 new homes projected by 2030, putting the school system's infrastructure and budget under the microsc.... Read More

Matthew & Mary Ellen Smith, theater teachers at Riverdale High School

Apr 23, 2026 at 04:02 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

Northfield Elementary Student Wins Read to Succeed Spelling Bee

Apr 20, 2026 at 04:28 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - A local sixth grader is the new county spelling champion. Waylon Brooks from Northfield Elementary secured first place at the 22nd Annual Read To.... Read More

Rockvale High Leader Named New Principal of Rockvale Elementary

Apr 19, 2026 at 12:50 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS)- Rutherford County Schools has a new leader for one of its largest campuses. Director of Schools Dr. Jimmy Sullivan announced Jason Crutchfield will.... Read More

Former Rutherford County School Bus Driver Faces 41 Felony Counts in Child Sex Abuse Case

Apr 17, 2026 at 04:41 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - A former Rutherford County school bus driver remains in custody as he awaits a summer court appearance following his arrest on a massive 41-count felon.... Read More

Step Into 115 Years of History for Student-Led Tours and the "Decades Display" at the Upcoming Campus School Celebration

Apr 17, 2026 at 07:45 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN (WGNS NEWS) - The historic Homer Pittard Campus School is opening its doors to the community on Tuesday, April 28 from 4:00 to 6:00 PM to celebrate a leg.... Read More

Breaking the Stigma: Navigating Youth Mental Health in Rutherford County and Throughout Middle Tennessee

Apr 09, 2026 at 10:41 am by WGNS News

PODCAST: In this episode, WGNS' Scott Walker sits down for a critical conversation on the state of mental health resources in Middle Tennessee. The segment begins with State R.... Read More

Rutherford County Schools Update: Dr. Jimmy Sullivan on Academic Growth and New High School Construction

Apr 09, 2026 at 10:33 am by Producer

Rutherford County Schools is now the highest-performing district in Tennessee for academic growth, surpassing even Williamson County. Dr. Jimmy Sullivan, Director of Schools.... Read More

Griggs Named New La Vergne Boys Basketball Coach

Apr 07, 2026 at 08:36 am by Primetime Sports

LA VERGNE, Tenn. (WGNS) — Anthony Griggs has been named the new head coach of the La Vergne High School boys basketball team, effective immediately. The 34-year-old coac.... Read More
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Memorable Magic: 1,100 Rutherford County SPED Students Celebrated at Annual SRO Fun Fair

Apr 06, 2026 at 09:00 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - A day focused on joy, inclusion, and hands-on experiences brought together more than 1,100 students, teachers, and aides as the Rutherford County Sheri.... Read More

RTS 6th Grade Spelling Bee Returns Friday, April 10

Apr 02, 2026 at 04:59 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Read To Succeed is gearing up for the 22nd Annual Read To Bee 6th Grade Spelling Bee Championship. It will be next week on Friday, April 10, 202.... Read More

Rutherford County Schools Budget, New High School Plans, and JazzFest 2026

Mar 27, 2026 at 11:12 am by Producer

Rutherford County faces a massive infrastructure hurdle as student enrollment projections hit a staggering 30,000 new homes by 2030, forcing local leaders to balance high-st.... Read More

Holloway Graduate Dr. Jessica Supakhan Named Principal of Both Alma Mater and Virtual School

Mar 26, 2026 at 10:14 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — The Rutherford County Board of Education has announced a historic homecoming for one of its own. Dr. Jessica Supakhan, the educator responsi.... Read More

La Vergne Police Unveil New Patrol Design Featuring High School Logo

Mar 26, 2026 at 01:54 pm by WGNS

LA VERGNE, Tenn. (WGNS) — The La Vergne Police Department has unveiled a new patrol vehicle design that will feature the LaVergne High School “L” logo on eve.... Read More

Siegel High School Set to Host 2nd Annual Summer Basketball Camp

Mar 26, 2026 at 11:17 am by Primetime Sports

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — Siegel High School is preparing to open its gymnasium doors to the community for the 2nd Annual Siegel Basketball Camp this summer. KEY P.... Read More

Rutherford County Mayor Joe Carr on Property Taxes, AAA Bond Ratings, and 2026 Re-election

Mar 25, 2026 at 09:43 am by Producer

Rutherford County is navigating a period of rapid expansion, requiring strategic investments in schools, roads, and a new $340 million public safety facility. Mayor Joe Carr.... Read More

MFRD Responds to Fire at Siegel High School Auditorium

Mar 24, 2026 at 05:24 pm by WGNS

  MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — The Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department (MFRD) responded to a localized fire incident at Siegel High School on Tuesday morning..... Read More

Siegel Names Veteran Lynus Martin as New Head Boys Basketball Coach

Mar 24, 2026 at 04:42 pm by Primetime Sports

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — Siegel High School is entering a new era on the hardwood as administrators officially introduced Lynus Martin as the new Head Boys Basketbal.... Read More

Riverdale High School Names Mark Brown as New Head Boys Basketball Coach

Mar 20, 2026 at 05:24 pm by Primetime Sports

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — Riverdale High School is entering a new era on the hardwood with the appointment of Mark Brown as the new Head Boys Basketball Coach. &nb.... Read More