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Weekend Storm Threat, I-24 Relocations & Remembering Dan Goodwin | Oct. 9, 2026

Oct 09, 2026 at 04:15 am

Friday, October 9, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Weekend weather: Hurricane Isaias remnants could bring heavy rain, gusty winds and a low tornad.... Read More

MTSU Lands Multiple National, Regional Rankings in U.S. News & World Report 2027 List

Oct 07, 2026 at 06:33 pm

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Middle Tennessee State University’s academic undergraduate programs in applied engineering, business, nursing, computer science, and psychol.... Read More

Stolen Truck Arrests, Diesel Relief, I-24 Lawsuit & Weekend Rain | Oct. 7, 2026

Oct 07, 2026 at 04:15 am by WGNS

Wednesday, October 7, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Murfreesboro Police recover a stolen Chevrolet pickup after an automatic license plate reade.... Read More

Rep. Tim Rudd Highlights Tennessee's Top Election Integrity Ranking

Oct 06, 2026 at 02:41 pm

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - State Rep. Tim Rudd (R-Murfreesboro) is bringing attention to Tennessee's position at the top of national election integrity rankings. The Herita.... Read More

Murfreesboro Kidnapping Arrest, Gas Prices Rise & Lethal Injection Debate | Oct. 6, 2026

Oct 06, 2026 at 04:15 am

Tuesday, October 6, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Murfreesboro Police arrest a 19-year-old woman accused of especially aggravated kidnapping and.... Read More

Rutherford County History & Recovery Court: Inside Murfreesboro’s Legacy

Oct 05, 2026 at 10:31 am

Local history meets second chances as WGNS host Andy Hersher sits down with Bill Wilson—famously known as "Mr. Murfreesboro"—for a deep dive into the heritage, c.... Read More

La Vergne Football Goes Independent, I-24 Choice Lanes Advance & Tennessee Prison Chief Resigns | Oct. 5, 2026

Oct 05, 2026 at 04:15 am

Monday, October 5, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: A welfare check that began in Smyrna ends with an armed barricade situation at a La Vergne Pilo.... Read More

Rutherford Library Lawsuit, Propane Explosion, Prison AI & ACA Refund Checks | Oct. 2, 2026

Oct 02, 2026 at 04:15 am

Friday, October 2, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Former Rutherford County Library System director Luanne James files a federal lawsuit after bei.... Read More

Rutherford County Infrastructure, Death Penalty Debates, & Local Road Projects

Oct 01, 2026 at 11:14 am

Tennessee state politics and local infrastructure clash as lawmakers grapple with complex system failures and rising local costs. State Representative Mike Sparks and Highwa.... Read More

Tennessee Golf Foundation President Whit Turnbow on Youth Golf, City Golf, & Hall of Fame

Sep 30, 2026 at 10:24 am

Tennessee Golf Foundation President Whit Turnbow joins the WGNS Roundtable to break down how grassroots programs, indoor innovations, and community initiatives are transform.... Read More

PODCAST - Navigating the Growth Explosion: Newly Elected Mayor Randy Allen on the Future of Rutherford County

Sep 30, 2026 at 07:39 am

PODCAST (Click Play Above) - On this interview, host Scott Walker welcomes the newly elected Rutherford County Mayor, Randy Allen, for an in-depth conversation about steppin.... Read More

Murfreesboro Shoplifting Investigation, Sir Pizza Lawsuit & Siegel Coach Honored | Sept. 30, 2026

Sep 30, 2026 at 04:15 am

Wednesday, September 30, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Murfreesboro Police ask for the public’s help identifying a woman wanted for questi.... Read More

Rutherford County Libraries Receive $19,000 Tech Grant from Tennessee Secretary of State

Sep 28, 2026 at 04:55 pm

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WGNS) - Rutherford County residents will soon see upgraded technology at local library branches following a $19,000 grant announcement. Secretary of State Tr.... Read More

County Commissioners Tour Overcrowded Rutherford County Adult Detention Center

Sep 28, 2026 at 04:51 pm

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Members of the Rutherford County Commission's Property Management Committee toured the Rutherford County Adult Detention Center on Thursday (Septe.... Read More

Library Director Sues After Book Relocation Dispute; TBI Investigates Murfreesboro Daycare | Sept. 25, 2026

Sep 25, 2026 at 04:15 am

Friday, September 25, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Former Rutherford County Library System director Luann James files a federal lawsuit followi.... Read More

Rutherford County Reporting, Local Media & Community Growth with News Channel 5’s Aaron Cantrell

Sep 23, 2026 at 10:41 am

Navigating a fast-paced career in television journalism requires adaptable communication, deep community roots, and the grit to cover breaking news under high-pressure condi.... Read More

Trainer Arrest, Immigration Lawsuit and School Phone Rules | Sept. 23, 2026

Sep 23, 2026 at 04:15 am

Wednesday, September 23, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Murfreesboro police arrest a personal trainer on four public indecency charges following.... Read More

TSSAA and TBR Partner to Offer College Pathways for Athletes

Sep 22, 2026 at 06:34 pm by Primetime Sports

HERMITAGE, Tenn. (WGNS) - The Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association (TSSAA) and TBR – The College System of Tennessee announced the official renewal of their s.... Read More

MTSU expands Level Up Arena, partners with XP League for esports growth

Sep 22, 2026 at 06:23 pm

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Middle Tennessee State University celebrated the ribbon-cutting of its expanded Esports Level Up Arena on Tuesday (September 22nd). University lea.... Read More

Teen Arrested in Counterfeit Cash Robbery, MTSU Campus Arrest & MPD Expands Drone Software | Sept. 22, 2026

Sep 22, 2026 at 04:45 am

Tuesday, September 22, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Murfreesboro and Smyrna police arrest a 17-year-old accused of using counterfeit cash durin.... Read More