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Heat, America 250 Crowds, and a Whole Lot of Fender Benders Across Rutherford County

Jul 04, 2026 at 02:06 pm

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN (WGNS) - Rutherford County rolled into the long Independence Day weekend with everything you’d expect from a classic American celebration: families.... Read More

Rutherford Home Prices Rise, THP Cruiser Contest, College Grove Homicide & July 4th Safety | July 3, 2026

Jul 04, 2026 at 11:16 am by Dalton Barrett

In Today’s Episode: Rutherford County homeowners continue to see strong property values as Tennessee’s housing market remains stable in the first quarter of 2.... Read More

Lightning Forced Cancellation of America 250 Mosaic Dedication and Friday Night Live!

Jul 04, 2026 at 08:21 am

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Murfreesboro’s big America 250 weekend didn’t get the kickoff Main Street hoped for. Strong storms barreled across the city Friday aftern.... Read More

MTSU's Matthew Leimkuehler Named National ‘Champion’ for Community News

Jul 04, 2026 at 07:28 am

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Middle Tennessee State University continues to be in the national spotlight as Matthew Leimkuehler, an assistant professor in MTSU’s School of.... Read More

Murfreesboro House Fire Caused by Suspected Lightning Strike on Slater Drive

Jul 03, 2026 at 10:44 pm by Rutherford Weather

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - A suspected lightning strike sparked a house fire on Slater Drive, drawing a heavy emergency response from local crews. Murfreesboro Fire Rescue D.... Read More

Funeral Services for former State Sen. Jim Tracy, Tuesday at N. Blvd. Church of Christ

Jul 03, 2026 at 06:37 pm

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Tributes are pouring in from across the state following the Friday (7/3/2026) afternoon passing of former Tennessee State Senator Jim Tracy. The 69 y.... Read More

Storm Cancelled Friday Night Live, Public Urged to attend Saturday Marketplace and see America 250 Mosaic on 4th of July!

Jul 03, 2026 at 06:02 pm

(above L-R photo ID) Main Street's Executive Director Sarah Callender and Board's Michael Busey MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - A stubborn line of thunderstorms rolled across Ruthe.... Read More

Shade, Seating, and Solar Lighting on the Way for Murfreesboro Transit Riders

Jul 03, 2026 at 04:10 pm

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Murfreesboro bus riders are about to get a welcome upgrade. After years of requests for better amenities at busy stops, the City Council has official.... Read More

Rutherford County Housing Prices Edge Upward as Local Economy Holds Steady

Jul 02, 2026 at 06:34 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Homeowners in Rutherford County are seeing their property values hold strong as the local housing market shows continued resilience. A new report.... Read More

Nourish Food Bank Appoints Erin Floyd as New Executive Director

Jul 02, 2026 at 06:23 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Nourish Food Bank is entering a new chapter with the appointment of Erin R. Floyd as its next Executive Director. Floyd officially takes the reins.... Read More

Simple Steps Can Keep Holiday Fun from Turning Into a Fire Call

Jul 02, 2026 at 04:30 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - The Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department is urging residents to enjoy their America 250 Independence Day celebrations safely — not just whi.... Read More

From Historic Halls to New Housing: MTSU Campus Continues Major Transformations

Jul 02, 2026 at 11:19 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS News) - Middle Tennessee State University continues to experience a wave of trans-formative growth, completely redefining what campus life loo.... Read More

Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Marks 1,000 Heart Surgeries

Jul 02, 2026 at 08:04 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Just over three years after launching its open‑heart surgery program, Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford has reached a milestone that speaks volumes a.... Read More

Bicyclist Hospitalized After South Church Street Crash in Murfreesboro

Jul 01, 2026 at 10:22 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. - Traffic backed up on South Church Street Wednesday afternoon after a bicyclist and an SUV were involved in a crash near the intersection of South Ch.... Read More

COMMENTARY: Dr. Larry Burriss Looks at Banned Books and the Freedom to Read

Jul 01, 2026 at 09:48 pm by WGNS News

COMMENTARY: As Independence Day weekend approaches, MTSU journalism professor Dr. Larry Burriss is taking a closer look at freedom of thought, public debate, and the continuin.... Read More

More Details: Woman Found Dead in College Grove Subdivision; Suspect Taken Into Custody

Jul 01, 2026 at 09:12 pm by WGNS News

COLLEGE GROVE, Tenn. - A homicide investigation is underway just over the Rutherford County line in College Grove, where Williamson County Sheriff’s O.... Read More

Tennessee Highway Patrol Needs Rutherford County Votes for Best Looking Cruiser Contest

Jul 01, 2026 at 04:12 pm by WGNS

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WGNS) - State troopers are calling on Rutherford County residents to help Tennessee bring home a national title. The Tennessee Highway Patrol is officially c.... Read More

TEMA Changes Name Becomes Cabinet Level Department in Tennessee

Jul 01, 2026 at 04:08 pm by WGNS

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WGNS) - State officials are reshaping how Tennessee handles major disasters, and the changes will directly impact coordination right here in Rutherford Count.... Read More

Murfreesboro Wins Major Court Battle to Block Landfill Expansion

Jul 01, 2026 at 04:03 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Murfreesboro has secured a major legal victory in its fight against a local landfill expansion. Mayor Shane McFarland announced on Facebook that t.... Read More

State Audit Finds No Reportable Problems Inside Tennessee Attorney General’s Office

Jul 01, 2026 at 10:39 am by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WGNS News) - A newly released performance audit from the Tennessee Comptroller of the Treasury found no findings or observations after reviewing.... Read More

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