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Murfreesboro Fire Crew Battling 88,000‑Acre Blaze in Texas

Aug 30, 2026 at 02:32 pm by WGNS News

(WFAA Texas photo) PALO PINTO COUNTY, TX (WGNS) - Four Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department firefighters are now in North Texas, working shoulder‑to‑shoulder with crews from a.... Read More

Woman's Club: Legacy Garden Party Supports Historic Baskette House

Aug 29, 2026 at 07:21 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - On Saturday evening, the Woman’s Club of Murfreesboro welcomed supporters to the Legacy Garden Party, held at the home of Ronnie and Donna Barr.... Read More

Pettus Read: A Farewell Filled with History, Heart, and One Last Busy Day

Aug 29, 2026 at 02:03 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Rutherford County marked the end of an era this week as County Commissioner Pettus Read officially stepped away from his District 8 seat. True to for.... Read More

UPDATE: Coffee County Sergeant Recovering After Machete Attack, Suspect Dead near Coffee-Rutherford County Line

Aug 29, 2026 at 11:28 am by WGNS News

(above photo L-R) earlier photo of Sheriff Chad Partin and Ray "Butch" Stewart BEECHGROVE, TN (WGNS) - Here's an update on the officer involved shooting that took place just.... Read More

From Community Roots to National Landmark: Stones River Nears 100 Years

Aug 29, 2026 at 08:47 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Stones River National Battlefield is getting ready to celebrate a milestone. Executive Director Lindsey Jennings told WGNS, the battlefield will offi.... Read More

Dolly Parton Patch Adds Tennessee Flair to MTSU's Season Opener at Floyd Stadium

Aug 29, 2026 at 12:13 am

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - MTSU will kick off the 2026 football season at 6:00PM on Saturday, September 5, 2026, and they’re doing it with a little extra Tennessee.... Read More

Suspect Dead in Officer‑Involved Shooting Near Coffee–Rutherford Line

Aug 28, 2026 at 09:49 pm by WGNS News

BEECHGROVE, TN (WGNS) - An officer‑involved shooting unfolded just before 8 o’clock Friday night (8/28/2026) near the Coffee–Rutherford County line, along Lakewood.... Read More

Chief Bowen Says LPRs Are Solving Crimes, Not Watching People

Aug 28, 2026 at 03:26 pm

Mt. Juliet, TN (WGNS) - Once again, a license plate reader did exactly what it was designed to do — identify a stolen vehicle the moment it entered the view of a camera..... Read More

Early Friday Morning Blaze at Driggers Auto Services in La Vergne

Aug 28, 2026 at 08:02 am by WGNS News

La VERGNE, TN (WGNS) - After a long morning of detours, flashing lights, and a whole lot of patience from La Vergne drivers, Old Nashville Highway was reopened to traffic.... Read More

New County Mayor Allen Encourages Prayerful Start to His First Day in Office

Aug 26, 2026 at 07:19 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Rutherford County Mayor‑Elect Randy Allen has been making the rounds across the community, speaking to civic groups, churches, and neighborhood gathe.... Read More

La Vergne Police Launches New Citizen Police Academy

Aug 24, 2026 at 10:13 am

La VERGNE, TN (WGNS) - Rutherford County residents will soon have a chance to step inside the world of law enforcement as La Vergne Police Chief Chris Moews opens applications.... Read More

Tuesday Evening Farmers Market 2-7PM with Free Bingo at Lane Agri‑Park

Aug 23, 2026 at 11:03 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - The Rutherford County Farmers Market at the Lane Agri‑Park, 315 John R. Rice Boulevard, will welcome shoppers this Tuesday (8/25/2026) afternoon and.... Read More

Super Seniors: The Quiet Revolution Happening All Around Us

Aug 22, 2026 at 11:54 am by WGNS News

(above photo: AdamsPlace Executive Director Terri Deal offers social interaction and fun with a luau) MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Just look around you. We live in a world of ex.... Read More

Sheriff Mike Fitzhugh Honored with Lifetime Membership Award

Aug 22, 2026 at 10:41 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN (WGNS) - Rutherford County Sheriff Mike Fitzhugh is closing out his career on a high note, earning statewide recognition just days before his retirement..... Read More

Summer Garden Party Set NEXT SATURDAY to Support Historic Woman’s Club Home

Aug 22, 2026 at 09:16 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - The Woman’s Club of Murfreesboro is gearing up for its signature fundraising event — a Summer Garden Party hosted at the beautiful home o.... Read More

International Folkfest Gears Up for 2027 Celebration

Aug 22, 2026 at 08:39 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Plans are already underway for the 2027 International Folkfest, and organizers say next year’s celebration will run June 6–13. As always,.... Read More

Murfreesboro Man Captured in Boston After Three‑Year Manhunt

Aug 22, 2026 at 07:38 am by WGNS News

BOSTON, MA (WGNS) - A Murfreesboro man who spent three years on the run is now in custody after U.S. Marshals tracked him down in Boston on Friday. Authorities say 39‑year‑old.... Read More

Summer Garden Party to Support Historic Woman’s Club Home

Aug 17, 2026 at 09:14 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - The Woman’s Club of Murfreesboro is inviting the community to a special Summer Garden Party on Saturday, August 29th, 2026 — a sign.... Read More

WGNS Launches Community Forum Series on Flock Safety Cameras

Aug 15, 2026 at 12:12 pm

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - If you’ve noticed a few new “feathered friends” perched quietly above intersections and neighborhood entrances, you’re not im.... Read More

Silver Alert Canceled for Missing Murfreesboro Woman

Aug 15, 2026 at 07:59 am

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - State authorities have canceled a statewide Silver Alert for 38-year-old Passion Echols of Murfreesboro. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigat.... Read More