Rutherford County Schools

Smyrna Football Coach Matt Williams Retires; Brother Mark Takes Over

May 27, 2026 at 09:54 am by Danny Brewer

SMYRNA, Tenn. (WGNS) - There will still be a Coach Williams leading the Smyrna Bulldogs, but now it will be Mark Williams rather than Matt. After 18 seasons of leading the Bul.... Read More

PODCAST: Growth, Land and Education Discussed with 2 Rutherford County School Board Members who Highlight New Campus Purchases and High Graduation Numbers

May 27, 2026 at 07:51 am by WGNS News

PODCAST (Click PLAY above this description) - In this highly informative and upbeat feature interview, WGNS host Scott Walker sits down with Rutherford County School.... Read More

Rockvale & McFadden Leadership Changes, Smyrna Honors Capt. Jeff Kuss, and Local Sports Updates | May 27, 2026

May 27, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Rockvale High School Principal Steve Luker announces his retirement after 33 years in education.... Read More

UPDATE: Building the Future: Massive Graduation Classes and New Campuses Define Rutherford County Schools

May 27, 2026 at 12:16 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS News) - Members of the Rutherford County Board of Education recently authorized the acquisition of a vital parcel of land to further accommodate.... Read More

Rockvale High Principal Steve Luker Announces Retirement After 35 Years In Education

May 26, 2026 at 05:50 pm by WGNS

ROCKVALE, Tenn. (WGNS) - A staple of the Rutherford County education community is calling it a career. Rockvale High School Principal Steve Luker has announced his retirement.... Read More

Andy Roach Takes the Helm at McFadden School of Excellence

May 26, 2026 at 05:45 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - A familiar face is taking the top leadership spot at one of Rutherford County’s most prestigious schools. Director of Schools Dr. Jimmy Sull.... Read More

Rockvale Elementary Principal Dayna Nichols Set to Retire After 31 Years

May 26, 2026 at 05:43 pm by WGNS

ROCKVALE, Tenn. (WGNS) - A beloved Rutherford County educator is wrapping up a career built on relationships. Rockvale Elementary School Principal Dayna Nichols is retiring af.... Read More

Riverdale Athletic Director and Baseball Coach Barry Messer Announces Retirement

May 26, 2026 at 01:03 pm by Primetime Sports

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - A pillar of the Rutherford County sports community is calling it a career. Riverdale High School athletic director and head baseball coach Barry M.... Read More

Siegel Middle Lady Cavaliers Cap Perfect 30-0 Season With State Championship

May 25, 2026 at 06:21 pm by Primetime Sports

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - The Siegel Middle School Lady Cavaliers softball team has carved their names into the history books. The local squad captured the TMSAA Class AA S.... Read More

Central Magnet Principal Dr. John Ash Steps Down to Lead Smith County Schools

May 18, 2026 at 07:00 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - A major leadership change is coming to one of Rutherford County’s top schools. Dr. John Ash is stepping down as principal of Central Magnet.... Read More

Eagleville School Breaks Ground on New Synthetic Turf Fields

May 18, 2026 at 06:57 pm by Primetime Sports

EAGLEVILLE, Tenn. (WGNS) - Eagleville athletes will soon play on brand-new turf surfaces. The school officially broke ground on new synthetic turf fields for its baseball, foo.... Read More

Murfreesboro City Schools: Summer Camp Registration, Chow Buses, & Pre-K Prep

May 18, 2026 at 11:07 am by Producer

Murfreesboro City Schools are wrapping up the academic year, but the district's essential community programs are just getting started for the summer season. Lisa Trail says.... 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

Rutherford County Schools & The New Education Foundation with Sheila Bratton

May 12, 2026 at 10:51 am by Producer

Rutherford County Schools are setting a gold standard in Tennessee education, maintaining a Level 5 district status while navigating the complex landscape of vouchers and ch.... Read More

Three Rutherford County Schools Placed on Lockdown After Morning Threats

May 11, 2026 at 11:36 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN (WGNS News UPDATE) - Multiple schools across Tennessee were placed on lockdown Monday morning after a series of threatening phone calls targeted campus.... 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

Meagan Turnbow Named New Principal of Rockvale High School

May 08, 2026 at 07:54 pm by WGNS

ROCKVALE, Tenn. (WGNS) - A familiar face is taking the top job at Rockvale High School. Rutherford County Schools Director Jimmy Sullivan named Dr. Meagan Turnbow the school's.... Read More

Dr. Clark Blair Named New Principal of Central Magnet School

May 08, 2026 at 07:47 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Central Magnet School is entering a new chapter under the leadership of a veteran local educator. Director of Schools Dr. Jimmy Sullivan announced.... Read More

United Way of South Central Tennessee: VITA Tax Services & Stuff the Bus 2026

May 07, 2026 at 11:07 am by Producer

Maximize your local impact and keep more of your hard-earned money with the latest updates from the United Way of South Central Tennessee. This session breaks down the criti.... Read More

Dr. Michael Torrance on the Future of Motlow State Community College & Workforce Innovation

May 07, 2026 at 10:27 am by Producer

Middle Tennessee is undergoing a seismic shift in education and industry, and Motlow State Community College is at the epicenter of this transformation. Dr. Michael Torrance.... Read More