Rutherford County News

Former State Senator Jim Tracy Passed Away Friday Afternoon

Jul 03, 2026 at 06:37 pm by

SHELBYVILLE, 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 ye.... Read More

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

Jul 03, 2026 at 04:45 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

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

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

UPDATED: Plea Hearing Set in Murfreesboro Case Centered on Alleged Unlawful Photography by Long-Time Realtor

Jul 01, 2026 at 12:22 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS News) - Aggravated Sexual Exploitation of a Minor is one of the charges a longtime Rutherford County real estate agent is scheduled to face when.... Read More

Rob Mitchell Seeks Investigation After Alleged Social Media Monitoring of Family Member

Jun 29, 2026 at 11:09 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS News) - Rutherford County Assessor of Property Rob Mitchell is calling for an independent investigation after he says he learned that a Tennessee Div.... Read More

Rutherford Jobs Stay Strong, Recycling Improves & Murfreesboro Election Forum Highlights City Growth | June 26, 2026

Jun 26, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Friday, June 26, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Rutherford County’s unemployment rate remains low at 2.6% for May, continuing to outperform T.... Read More

Main Street Murfreesboro and County Mayor Clash Over Courthouse Concert Setup

Jun 25, 2026 at 11:43 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS News) - The tension over whether Friday Night Live’s stage should be on the west side or east side of square boiled over Thursday evenin.... Read More

Tennessee’s New Education Laws, Execution Protocol Questions & Rutherford County Fourth of July Plans | Jun. 24, 2026

Jun 24, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

  Wednesday, June 24, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Tennessee’s new Charlie Kirk American Heritage Act takes effect July 1, allowing.... Read More

Tennessee THC Ban Looms, DCS Civil Rights Complaints & Project Milkweed Returns | June 23, 2026

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

  Tuesday, June 23, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Tennessee dispensaries prepare for a major July 1 change as a new state law takes full e.... Read More

Smyrna Teen Charged After Allegedly Driving Toward Nashville Police Officer and K-9

Jun 22, 2026 at 09:57 pm by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, Tenn. - A Rutherford County teenager from Smyrna was arrested over the weekend after allegedly driving directly toward a Metro Nashville Police officer and his.... Read More

Fisk Shooting Arrests, Gas Station Skimmer Chase & Smyrna Sinkhole | Jun. 17, 2026

Jun 17, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Two 18-year-olds are arrested in Murfreesboro in connection with the January fatal shooting of.... Read More

WGNS RoundTable: District 21 Candidate Jeff Lloyd Discusses Growth and Landfill Concerns

Jun 16, 2026 at 11:51 am by WGNS News

This morning on the WGNS RoundTable, Rick Hall and Wayne Blair took a closer look at local politics with guest Jeff Lloyd, who is running for the Rutherford County Commission.... Read More

Gas Prices Ease, La Vergne Fire Response, and Rutherford Students Gear Up for Route 66 Great Race | Jun. 16, 2026

Jun 16, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Tennessee drivers are seeing some relief at the pump, with Rutherford County gas prices averaging.... Read More

KIK App Warning, School Behavior Concerns, Inflation Pressure & Uninsured Drivers | Jun. 15, 2026

Jun 15, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Monday, June 15, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Parents across Rutherford County are urged to review their children’s apps after a national.... Read More

Rutherford County Assessor Says Court Ruling Confirms Warning Over Retroactive Tax Changes

Jun 11, 2026 at 09:41 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. - A Tennessee administrative judge has ruled that 12 Rutherford County properties should be classified as residential, not commercial, reversing retroact.... Read More

La Vergne Police Invite Residents to Community Safety Meeting on June 24

Jun 11, 2026 at 06:19 pm by WGNS News

LA VERGNE, Tenn. - Residents in La Vergne will have an opportunity later this month to speak directly with police leadership about crime trends, neighborhood concerns, and ong.... Read More

Kyle Chrisley Indicted this Month in Rutherford County Following Alleged Tussle with Deputies this Past December

Jun 10, 2026 at 03:21 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS News) - Reality television personality Kyle Chrisley is once again making headlines in Middle Tennessee, but this time the spotlight is shinin.... Read More

Marketplace Shooting, Murfreesboro Budget, Major Developments & Tennessee Hemp Rules | June 8, 2026

Jun 08, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Monday, June 8, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: A Facebook Marketplace meetup in La Vergne turns violent, resulting in gunfire, one injury, and fo.... Read More