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New Rutherford County Transfer Station Set to Open on National Garbage Man Day

Jun 16, 2025 at 05:03 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) – Rutherford County will mark National Garbage Man Day with the official opening of its new solid waste transfer station at 6000 Landfill Road.... Read More

UPDATE | Rutherford County Secures Prestigious AAA Bond Rating from Fitch Ratings

Jun 16, 2025 at 04:55 pm by WGNS

RUTHERFORD CO., Tenn (WGNS) - Rutherford County has solidified its reputation for financial excellence, earning a coveted AAA bond rating from Fitch Ratings—an achi.... Read More

What's Next for Bonnaroo?

Jun 16, 2025 at 03:04 pm by WGNS

Manchester, TN – The legendary farm site sits empty and visibly worn as motorists speed by on I-24 in neighboring Manchester. Bonnaroo 2025 was hit hard—both liter.... Read More

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Major Downtown Development Planned for Murfreesboro

Jun 13, 2025 at 04:19 am by WGNS

UPDATED: Murfreesboro, TN - A major development is being planned by Kingdom Development Group, Inc. for the historic downtown Murfreesboro business district. The property.... Read More

EVERYONE VOTE--Help RCSO Win "Best Police Cruiser Contest"

Jun 11, 2025 at 03:39 pm by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN - When it comes to looking sharp on the road, the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office (RCSO) takes great pride in its cruisers. That’s wh.... Read More

Rutherford County Champions Chess-Based Education to Equip Youth with Critical Thinking and Conflict Resolution Skills

Jun 05, 2025 at 10:15 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) – In a bold response to rising societal challenges, Rutherford County is leading the way with an innovative educational initiative that uses.... Read More

“Escape”: Jessica Willis Fisher Shares Her Powerful Journey from Sexual Abuse to Survival and Advocacy

Jun 05, 2025 at 01:06 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) — As a child growing up in a strict, performance-driven household, Jessica Willis Fisher was known to the public as a member of The Willis C.... Read More

Rutherford County Mayor Joe Carr Responds to Property Assessor Noncompliance Findings

Jun 04, 2025 at 02:41 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) – Rutherford County Mayor Joe Carr is responding to a serious state report that found major problems in how local property values are bei.... Read More

RuCo Assistant District Attorney Arrested, Charged with Domestic Assault

Jun 03, 2025 at 07:55 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - Special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) have arrested and charged a Rutherford County prosecutor following an investigation int.... Read More

UPDATED: TriStar Aims to Bring Life-Saving ER Closer to South Murfreesboro Residents

May 28, 2025 at 01:28 pm by WGNS News

UPDATED: MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center has proposed the development of a freestanding emergency room in South Murfreesboro, citing the area's c.... Read More

Commentary by Dr. Burriss: Hidden Treasures in Plain Sight

May 19, 2025 at 10:38 am by WGNS News

COMMENTARY - A man plans to check his old prints and picture frames after hearing surprising stories of hidden treasures. Harvard once bought what they thought was a $28 copy.... Read More

PODCAST - Waterslides and Wisdom: Redefining Senior Living in Rutherford County

May 18, 2025 at 03:54 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - On this episode of the WGNS Action Line, host Scott Walker sits down with Life Enrichment Directors Ashley Dunkerson and Patti Purdy from AdamsPlace to expl.... Read More

Spring Fling Returns to Rutherford County: Volunteers Needed for Statewide High School Championship Event

May 15, 2025 at 08:05 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – One of Tennessee’s biggest and most anticipated high school sports events is returning to Rutherford County! Spring Fling will take place May.... Read More

Local Attorney Arrested Following Sealed Indictment - Facing Felony Charges

May 13, 2025 at 09:23 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Local attorney Kirk Catron has been arrested on multiple charges following the issuance of a sealed indictment by a Rutherford County Grand Jury. Catro.... Read More

New Study Ranks Tennessee 9th in U.S. Construction Spending

May 13, 2025 at 03:35 pm by WGNS News

TENNESSEE - A new study by Texas-based construction company Twisted Nail shows which U.S. states are spending the most money on commercial construction. Tennessee ranks 9th in.... Read More

MTSU Senior Tiffany Parker Gains Real-World Experience as State Legislative Intern

May 13, 2025 at 01:14 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee State University senior journalism major Tiffany Parker has been focused on working with local media outlets to gain expertise in.... Read More

Mourning the Loss of Kathilu Mote, Beloved Educator and Wife of Longtime Extension Agent Mitchell Mote

May 12, 2025 at 06:06 pm by WGNS

ROCKVALE, Tenn. (WGNS) – Kathilu (pronounced Kathy Lou) Rader Mote, a cherished educator and devoted community member, passed away on Sunday (May 11, 2025) at the age of.... Read More

Rutherford and Cannon Counties Legislative Delegations Support Child Abuse Victims: HB 641 and SB 450 Pass in the House and Senate

May 05, 2025 at 06:03 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO – “The Child Advocacy Center is grateful to the entire Rutherford and Cannon Counties legislative delegations for unanimously suppor.... Read More

Court Denies Appeal Over DUI Sentencing Challenge in Rutherford County

May 05, 2025 at 07:03 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. — The Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals has rejected an appeal by Joseph George Schenck, who argued that his sentence in multiple criminal cas.... Read More

Tennessee Claws Its Way Back to Third Place in the Great Gas Price Games - Rutherford Co. Prices UP

May 05, 2025 at 06:27 am by WGNS News

TENNESSEE - It’s been a wild ride on the great American gas price rollercoaster, and Tennessee is thrilled to be back in the race for the coveted title of “Cheapes.... Read More