Tennessee politics

State Rep. Mike Sparks on Tennessee Politics, Mentorship, and Community Impact

Oct 15, 2026 at 10:17 am

Effective leadership isn't just about passing policy—it’s about mentorship, community connections, and finding common ground across party lines. In this episode.... 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

Tennessee State Rep. Robert Stevens on I-24 Choice Lanes, Budget Surpluses, & Constitutional Amendments

Oct 06, 2026 at 10:24 am

Tennessee's rapid growth brings massive infrastructure challenges, evolving fiscal strategies, and critical political choices for local communities. State Representative Rob.... 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

Rutherford County History, Local Politics, and Community Growth with Mike Sparks

Sep 29, 2026 at 10:23 am

Smyrna and Murfreesboro are growing at a rapid pace, but the personal stories, local history, and political debates continue to define Rutherford County. From childhood memo.... Read More

The Evolution of Local Media & Community Impact with Neil Orne and Rep. Mike Sparks

Sep 03, 2026 at 11:07 am

Local media is experiencing a massive transformation, from anchorless TV newscasts to AI-generated news hosts replacing traditional anchors. In this episode of Rutherford Is.... Read More

Commissioner Admits Taking Campaign Sign, License Plate Reader Debate & Major Murfreesboro Growth | Aug. 25, 2026

Aug 25, 2026 at 04:45 am

Tuesday, August 25, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Rutherford County Commissioner Rommel McMurray enters a conditional guilty plea to misdemeanor.... Read More

Rutherford County Voting Guide: Election Integrity, Local Races, and Early Voting Options

Jul 23, 2026 at 11:23 am

Every vote shapes your immediate community, yet local elections suffer from surprisingly low turnout. Rutherford County Administrator of Elections Alan Farley breaks down th.... Read More

Rutherford County Early Voting & Election Security: Alan Farley Interview

Jul 22, 2026 at 10:28 am

Curious about how your local vote actually gets counted? Rutherford County Supervisor of Elections Alan Farley joins the show to break down everything voters need to know ab.... Read More

Rutherford County Politics & Local Government: District 19 Commissioner Romel McMurry Interview

Jul 21, 2026 at 10:17 am

Rutherford County District 19 Commissioner Romel McMurry joins host Rick Hall to deliver an insider’s look into local government, community representation, and public.... Read More

Navigating Local Government Growth & Public Safety - Murfreesboro City Councilwoman Jami Averwater

Jul 20, 2026 at 10:32 am

Discover the inner workings of local government as Murfreesboro City Councilwoman Jami Averwater pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to manage one of Tennessee's.... 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

Tennessee Immigration Law Faces Federal Court Battle Before July Rollout

Jun 04, 2026 at 06:59 pm by WGNS News

TENNESSEE - A newly filed federal lawsuit is challenging a Tennessee immigration law that plaintiffs argue unlawfully allows the state to create and enforce its own removal-re.... Read More

Managing Growth & Infrastructure: Murfreesboro City Council Insights with Jami Averwater

Jun 04, 2026 at 10:29 am by Producer

Murfreesboro’s explosive 12% population growth since 2020 demands a critical balancing act between development and community quality of life. In this session, Murfrees.... Read More

Former Congressman Bart Gordon on NASA, the America Competes Act, and the Evolution of Modern Politics

Jun 03, 2026 at 11:17 am by Producer

Former Congressman Bart Gordon takes listeners behind the scenes of his 26-year career representing Tennessee’s 6th district. Navigating the halls of Washington as a 1.... Read More

County Mayor-elect Randy Allen on the Future of Local Government

May 28, 2026 at 11:26 am by Producer

A massive political shift is hitting Rutherford County as a historic wave of newly elected officials prepares to take office. In this deep-dive conversation, host Brian Barr.... Read More

Crossing the Political Aisle: Middle Tennessee State University's No Labels Movement with Mike Sparks

Apr 30, 2026 at 11:57 am by Producer

MTSU students are proving that the art of conversation isn’t dead, even in the heated landscape of modern campus politics. This episode dives into the "No Labels" move.... Read More

Tennessee Lawmakers Mourn Death of District 93 Representative G.A. Hardaway

Apr 24, 2026 at 11:14 am by WGNS News

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - A longtime lawmaker in Tennessee has passed away at the age of 71. The death of Rep. G.A. Hardaway from Memphis was confirmed by the Democratic Party.... Read More

Rutherford County Budget & Governance with Commissioner Robert Peay

Apr 21, 2026 at 10:08 am by Producer

Your property tax rate, the speed limit on your street, and the future of local schools are all decided by a handful of local officials you might not even recognize at the g.... Read More

From Habitat for Humanity to County Mayor: Randy Allen’s Vision for Rutherford

Apr 20, 2026 at 10:26 am by Producer

Rutherford County faces a pivotal crossroads as rapid growth collides with the urgent need for sustainable affordable housing and modernized infrastructure. Randy Allen, Chi.... Read More