Rutherford County Schools

Steam Pipe Issue Triggers Evacuation at Walter Hill Elementary

Feb 05, 2026 at 04:32 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Students at Walter Hill Elementary School experienced a brief disruption this (Thursday) afternoon following reports of smoke in the building.... 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

Eighth-Grade Student Charged After Inoperable Handgun Found at Christiana Middle School

Feb 02, 2026 at 11:53 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) Summary: An eighth-grade student at Christiana Middle School was charged Monday after a weapons detection system alerted school staff t.... Read More

Rutherford County Schools Back on Normal Schedule Monday as Temperatures Finally Climb

Jan 31, 2026 at 12:57 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN (WGNS) - After a full week of being iced‑in, Rutherford County Schools has a clear message for families: we’re back. James Evans with Rutherford.... Read More

Rutherford County Schools to Remain Closed Through Friday Due to Lingering Ice

Jan 28, 2026 at 03:08 pm by WGNS

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn (WGNS) - Rutherford County Schools will remain closed through Friday, January 30, as icy conditions continue to plague campuses and surrounding neighbo.... Read More

UPDATE: False Threat Determination Clears Riverdale High School, Normal Operations Resume

Jan 21, 2026 at 11:30 am by WGNS News

UPDATE: MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Normal operations have resumed at Riverdale High School after law enforcement determined that a reported threat against the school Wednesda.... Read More

Will Hester Named Head Football Coach at Blackman High School

Jan 15, 2026 at 11:23 am by Primetime Sports

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Blackman High School has officially found the next leader for its football program. Principal Justin Smith announced on Wednesday, (Jan. 15th.... Read More

Rutherford County Faces Mandate to build $400-Million Jail...5‑Year Clock Begins January 1st

Dec 26, 2025 at 08:12 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - For many longtime Rutherford County residents, this story has an unsettling sense of déjà vu. Three times in the past several decades,.... 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

Special Education Coordinator Recognized for Outstanding Leadership and Service to Students with Disabilities

Dec 11, 2025 at 10:57 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - Dr. Annie Ralston, Special Education coordinator for Rutherford County Schools, has been awarded the Tennessee Association of Administrators in Sp.... Read More

Butner Selected as New Principal of Whitworth-Buchanan Middle School

Dec 04, 2025 at 08:39 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Whitworth-Buchanan Middle School will welcome a familiar leader in January. Chris Butner, who has served as assistant principal at the school.... Read More

Caleb Tidwell Breaks Down Cellphone Rules, Rezoning & Safety Measures

Nov 28, 2025 at 11:12 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett sits down with Rutherford County School Board member Caleb Tidwell for an in-depth conversation about key issues shaping local schools. They discuss the county.... Read More

Record-Breaking Recognition for Rutherford Schools

Nov 22, 2025 at 04:27 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Rutherford County Schools have once again proven themselves a leader in Tennessee education. On November 21, 2025, the district celebrated a milestone achie.... Read More

Local SROs Discuss Cellphone Dependency, Student Struggles, Poverty’s Impact, and How You Can Help

Nov 19, 2025 at 11:14 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - On this episode of the WGNS Action Line, host Scott Walker speaks with Rutherford County School Resource Officers Sgt. Dustin Cox and SRO Sam Trubee.... Read More

Rutherford County Schools Launch District-Wide Food Drives to Support Local Families

Nov 15, 2025 at 09:56 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Rutherford County Schools has launched a coordinated, district-wide initiative to collect and distribute non-perishable food and essential household su.... Read More

April Sneed Named Principal of New Poplar Hill Middle School in Rutherford County

Nov 05, 2025 at 05:02 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) – In a move that's both a homecoming and a bold step forward for local education, April Sneed has been tapped to lead the brand-new Poplar Hil.... Read More

Rutherford County Shines: Two Local Educators Named to State Civic Committee

Nov 04, 2025 at 03:26 pm by WGNS News

Nashville, TN - Of all 95 counties in Tennessee, Rutherford County stood out with not one but two educators selected for a prestigious statewide committee focused on civic eng.... Read More

Rutherford Roundup: Federal Shutdown Impacts SNAP Benefits, School Bus Crash Averted, and Powerball Win in Murfreesboro | Nov. 3, 2025

Nov 03, 2025 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Show Notes – Monday, November 3, 2025 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: SNAP Benefits Halted: The ongoing federal government shutdown leaves million.... Read More