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Library Controversy Escalates, Murder Arrest Made, & Major Drug Bust in La Vergne | Mar. 23, 2026

Mar 23, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

  Monday, March 23, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Tensions rise in Rutherford County as Library Director Lou Anne James faces possible termi.... Read More

Tennessee House Passes Bill Requiring E-Verify for State and Local Government Hiring

Mar 22, 2026 at 11:45 pm by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee House of Representatives has passed legislation that would require state and local government employers to verify that newly hired emplo.... Read More

Man Charged with Second-Degree Murder After Woman Found Dead in Mobile Home

Mar 22, 2026 at 11:45 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — A 33-year-old man is in custody following a homicide investigation that began Thursday, March 19, after Murfreesboro Police discovered a deceased w.... Read More

Smyrna Drivers: Expect Nightly Detours on Westbound Sam Ridley Starting Wednesday

Mar 22, 2026 at 06:07 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, TN (WGNS) - Smyrna motorists may want to plan ahead this week, as a major overnight traffic change is set to begin this coming Tuesday, March 24, 2026. Town official.... Read More

Rutherford County Families Invited to Open Their Homes—and Hearts—to International Students

Mar 22, 2026 at 05:43 pm by WGNS News

As Rutherford County continues to grow in diversity and global connection, one local program is inviting families to take part in a unique opportunity that brings the w.... Read More

Two Arrested After Road Rage Shooting in Bedford County

Mar 22, 2026 at 05:06 pm by WGNS Radio News

BEDFORD COUNTY, Tenn. — A road rage incident involving gunfire earlier this week has led to the arrest of two individuals from Decherd, according to the Bedford County S.... Read More

Could $644 Be Waiting for You? Thousands of Tennesseans Haven’t Claimed Their Refunds

Mar 22, 2026 at 03:00 pm by WGNS News

WASHINGTON, DC (WGNS) - How would you like to open your mailbox and find an unexpected check for $644? According to the IRS, that’s the average unclaimed refund w.... Read More

MTSU Honors Soil Science Professor with Prestigious Teaching Award

Mar 22, 2026 at 02:39 pm by WGNS News

  MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee State University associate professor of soil science Samuel Haruna has been named the 2026 recipient of the prestigious Jo.... Read More

Crash on I-24 in Coffee County Causes Lane Closures Saturday Afternoon

Mar 21, 2026 at 04:13 pm by WGNS Radio News

COFFEE COUNTY, Tenn. — What initially appeared to be a multi-motorcycle crash along Interstate 24 in Coffee County on Saturday afternoon was later reported to be a singl.... Read More

Public Works Praises Tracy Brown’s Experience, Steady Leadership

Mar 21, 2026 at 09:46 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - The City of Murfreesboro is promoting one of its own. Tracy Brown, who has served as assistant director of the Street Department since 2022, will t.... Read More

Murfreesboro Fire-Rescue Offers FREE CPR Class for Citizens May 30th

Mar 21, 2026 at 08:39 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department is once again putting lifesaving skills directly into the hands of the community. They will host a free Citizen.... Read More

Media Commentary: Hollywood vs. History: How Accurate Should Entertainment Be?

Mar 20, 2026 at 06:37 pm by WGNS News

COMMENTARY: Historical inaccuracies, known as anachronisms, often appear in movies, television, and even literature, using examples like Shakespeare’s&nb.... 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

UPDATE: Suspect Named in Antioch Strangulation Death of Rutherford County Woman

Mar 20, 2026 at 02:52 pm by WGNS News

ANTIOCH, Tenn. — A suspect has been identified in the strangulation death of a woman whose body was discovered inside an Antioch apartment earlier this month. According.... Read More

Rutherford County Library Director Defies Library Board - Refuses Order to Relocate Books (With Audio from Public Comments)

Mar 20, 2026 at 02:18 pm by WGNS News

    UPDATED: RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - The Rutherford County Library System (RCLS) is currently embroiled in a significant dispute over intellectual freedom followin.... Read More

Rick Insel’s Final Season, School Enrollment Tops 50K & Tennessee Overdose Warning | Mar. 20, 2026

Mar 20, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Friday, March 20, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Legendary MTSU Lady Raiders coach Rick Insel announces the 2025–2026 season will be his la.... Read More

Eagleville Advances to State Semifinals While Blackman Falls in Quarterfinals

Mar 19, 2026 at 09:22 pm by Primetime Sports

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — The state tournament quarterfinals at the Murphy Center provided a day of high-stakes basketball for Rutherford County teams on Thursday..... Read More

Murfreesboro’s Historic Square Area Comes Alive for Downtown After 5 Event - Sip, Shop & Stroll - This March

Mar 19, 2026 at 08:40 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Area residents, families, and out-of-town guests are invited to the historic downtown square in Murfreesboro for an evening of shopping, dining, an.... Read More

From Digital Safety to "Pancake" the Dog: A Day in the Life of a Rutherford County SRO

Mar 19, 2026 at 08:28 pm by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. – School Resource Officer (SRO) Chad Dodson, a 17-year veteran of the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office, shared insights into the.... Read More

Rapid Growth Pushes Rutherford County Schools Into Nation’s Top 80 Largest Districts

Mar 19, 2026 at 02:34 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. — Enrollment across Rutherford County Schools continues to climb, with district leaders noting that the most rapid growth is now being seen at t.... Read More