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PODCAST: Echoes of a Nightmare: The Cold-Blooded 911 Call That Shook Murfreesboro to Its Core, Scams, Elder Abuse and More

May 01, 2026 at 11:50 pm by WGNS News

In this powerful and somber episode of the monthly Rutherford County District Attorney's Show on the WGNS Action Line, host J. Paul Newman is joined by a distinguished panel o.... Read More

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee Calls Special Session to Review Congressional Map

May 01, 2026 at 08:25 pm by WGNS News

  TENNESSEE - On Friday, Governor Bill Lee announced that he will convene a special session of the Tennessee General Assembly to review the state’s current congres.... 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

Rutherford County Leads Tennessee in Fiscal Health with Strong Reserves and Low Debt

May 01, 2026 at 02:32 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - Rutherford County is leading the way in fiscal health according to the latest financial metrics from the Tennessee Comptroller’s Office and the D.... Read More

Voter Fraud Arrest & Murfreesboro Crime Alert & Why You Can’t Find Bapple | May 1, 2026

May 01, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Friday, May 1, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Murfreesboro Police ask for help identifying a suspect accused of stealing an older model pickup tr.... Read More

Rutherford County Early Voting Numbers Up Over 2022 But Total Turnout Remains Low

Apr 30, 2026 at 09:56 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Rutherford County election officials are seeing more interest in the local primary, though overall turnout remains a small fraction of the populat.... Read More

More Than 900 Athletes Set for Special Olympics Spring Games in Murfreesboro

Apr 30, 2026 at 09:33 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. - More than 930 athletes from across Rutherford County and surrounding areas are expected to take part in the Area 16 Special Olympics Spring Games, set fo.... Read More

Busch Light Apple Scarce in Rutherford County Despite Nationwide Return

Apr 30, 2026 at 09:15 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS)- A popular seasonal beer making headlines across the country has yet to make a noticeable appearance in Rutherford County, leaving some local consum.... Read More

Flip Flops in the ‘Boro: Free Beach Party Returns to Barfield Crescent Park

Apr 30, 2026 at 09:13 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. - Who says you have to drive hundreds of miles to enjoy a day at the beach? This Friday evening, Murfreesboro families can grab their flip flops and head t.... Read More

Rutherford County Launches “America’s 250” Scavenger Hunt Passport

Apr 30, 2026 at 05:12 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Rutherford County is inviting residents and visitors to take part in a unique, history-driven experience as the nation approaches its 250th birthda.... Read More

Murfreesboro Police Seek Help Identifying Suspect in Pickup Truck Theft

Apr 30, 2026 at 04:29 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Detectives with the Murfreesboro Police Department are asking for the public’s help in identifying a man suspected in a vehicle theft reporte.... Read More

COMMENTARY: The First Amendment is a Shield, Not a Gift

Apr 30, 2026 at 03:08 pm by WGNS News

COMMENTARY: This week, we mark "Law Day" by stepping back from the headlines to examine the bedrock of our industry: the First Amendment. We’ll explore how this constitu.... Read More

Tim Hortons Expands Murfreesboro Footprint With Two New Locations

Apr 30, 2026 at 02:45 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Coffee lovers in Rutherford County have something new to brew over as Tim Hortons prepares to open two new locations in Murfreesboro. Construction.... Read More

Rep. Bryan Terry Highlights Major Health Care Wins in Tennessee Legislature

Apr 30, 2026 at 01:18 am by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - State Rep. Bryan Terry, MD, R-Murfreesboro, announced significant health care and workforce accomplishments aimed at strengthening Tennessee&rs.... Read More

16th Annual Murfreesboro Saturday Market Kicks Off Downtown

Apr 29, 2026 at 11:29 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Main Street Murfreesboro is excited to announce that the 16th annual Murfreesboro Saturday Market begins May 2 around the Historic Rutherford County Courtho.... Read More

Rutherford County Sergeant Named Tennessee Training Officer of the Year

Apr 29, 2026 at 11:23 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN -  Sergeant Eldon “Chet” Currey (left in photo), Training Coordinator for the Rutherford County Correctional Work Center, has been named.... Read More

MTSU Achieves Level II Arboretum Status, Boosting Campus Sustainability

Apr 29, 2026 at 10:27 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TENN. - Seated just steps from the lush green canopy of Walnut Grove on campus at Middle Tennessee State University, officials recently welcomed students, staff,.... Read More

Murfreesboro Business Owner Arrested on Felony Voter Fraud Charges

Apr 29, 2026 at 12:15 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. - A longtime business operator in Murfreesboro has been arrested and is now facing felony voter fraud charges, marking a rare case where allegations o.... Read More

Trial Delayed in Child Abuse Case, Murfreesboro Singer Hits American Idol Top 5 & $5K Scam Warning | Apr. 29, 2026

Apr 29, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: A high-profile Rutherford County trial involving Benjamin and Chantel Garlic—facing 20.... Read More

Tennessee Appeals Court Vacates Stalking Conviction in Rutherford County Over Double Jeopardy Violation

Apr 28, 2026 at 09:47 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. - The Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals has vacated the aggravated stalking conviction of Bradley J. Cooper, ruling that his subsequent prosecution in Ru.... Read More