Rutherford County politics

Extreme Heat Risks Rise, Commissioner Pleads Guilty & Jordan McCullough Headlines Live in the Borough | Sept. 8, 2026

Sep 08, 2026 at 04:45 am

Tuesday, September 8, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Extreme heat remains a major concern across Middle Tennessee, with new research suggesting Ten.... Read More

Mayor Joe Carr Concludes Term Highlighting Financial Deficits Eliminated and Infrastructure Improvements

Aug 31, 2026 at 03:49 pm

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Rutherford County Mayor Joe Carr is concluding his four-year term in office. In a letter written to Rutherford Countians, Carr said he focused hi.... Read More

Smyrna TN History & Growth: Dr. Bill Kraus with Mayor Mary Esther Reed, H.G. Cole & Robert Mullins

Aug 27, 2026 at 10:24 am

Uncover the rich, colorful history of Smyrna, Tennessee, as WGNS Radio’s Dr. Bill Kraus sits down with three local icons: Mayor Mary Esther Reed, long-serving Councilm.... Read More

Big Bad Breakfast in Murfreesboro & Rutherford County Leadership with Mayor-Elect Randy Allen

Aug 24, 2026 at 10:27 am

Bill Wilson hosts this episode of The Roundtable, breaking down major changes coming to downtown Murfreesboro. Big Bad Breakfast Managing Partner Molly James stops by to dis.... Read More

National Defense & Defense Strategy Plus Rutherford County Property Taxes

Aug 20, 2026 at 11:01 am

Unpack critical insights on Rutherford County property taxes, regional economic shifts, and national defense priorities. U.S. Congressman Scott DesJarlais breaks down top fo.... Read More

Tennessee AFL-CIO Announces 2026 Endorsements, Supports Broderick in District 4 (Democrat) for Rutherford County

Aug 18, 2026 at 06:07 pm

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS News) -The Tennessee AFL-CIO Labor Council has announced its endorsements for the 2026 General Election, including Democratic congressional cand.... Read More

Hope: Healing Emergency Responders who Save Those in Near Fatal Accidents, Investigate Murder | To Real Life Addiction on the Street that Hides Underlying Trauma

Aug 05, 2026 at 02:32 am

PODCAST (Above) - This 30-minute WGNS podcast could change the way you think, reshape your outlook and alter how you view hope—or perhaps strengthen your desire to build.... Read More

District 9 Map Reaches Rutherford County as Federal Court Rejects Injunction on Thursday

Jul 23, 2026 at 10:22 pm

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WGNS News) - A federal court has denied a request to temporarily block Tennessee’s newly redrawn congressional map, a decision that carries i.... 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

Murfreesboro Voters Meet Mayor and Council Candidates at Airport Forum

Jun 25, 2026 at 06:30 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - The race for Murfreesboro's top leadership positions is heating up as mayoral and city council candidates took the stage at the Murfreesboro Air.... 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

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

The Surgeon Who Had It All and Lost His Way: A Journey Through Addiction

Apr 27, 2026 at 10:27 am by Producer

An orthopedic spine surgeon seemingly reaching the pinnacle of the American Dream—a lucrative career, a beautiful family, and a customized Tesla—found himself sp.... Read More

Rutherford County Sheriff Candidate Kenneth Barrett on Policing, Retention, and Community Safety

Apr 13, 2026 at 10:13 am by Producer

Modern law enforcement requires more than just a badge; it demands a fusion of advanced technology, transparent leadership, and a deep-rooted commitment to the community. Ke.... Read More

Attorney Brett Windrow Announces Run for Tennessee House District 13

Mar 30, 2026 at 03:01 pm by WGNS News

LA VERGNE, Tenn. — Attorney Brett Windrow has officially announced his candidacy for State House District 13 in the Tennessee General Assembly, citing economic concerns,.... Read More

Legislative Lockdown: State Reps Discuss Prison Capacity and Predatory Lending

Mar 05, 2026 at 09:35 am by WGNS News

PODCAST: In this edition of WGNS Action Line, host Scott Walker sits down with State Representatives Mike Sparks, Bryan Terry, and Robert Stevens for an inside look at the cur.... Read More

Craig Harris Opens Mayor Campaign with Major Cash Advantage and Countywide Momentum

Feb 09, 2026 at 03:30 pm by WGNS Radio News

Rutherford County, TN — County Commissioner Craig Harris, a Republican candidate for County Mayor, is “ready for victory” after announcing his campaign&rsquo.... Read More

Bussing Homeless from Music City to Murfreesboro: State Rep Sounds Alarm on Transfers

Feb 09, 2026 at 02:15 am by WGNS News

  MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — State Representative Tim Rudd, who represents Rutherford County, is proposing new legislation aimed at addressing what he describes as a no.... Read More

State Lawmakers Sound Alarm on Homeless Relocations, Landfill Expansion on WGNS Action Line

Jan 30, 2026 at 06:09 pm by WGNS News

On this episode of WGNS Action Line, host Scott Walker talks with state lawmakers representing Rutherford County for an in-depth and candid conversation on issues directl.... Read More

Cathy Watts Announces Run for Rutherford County Commission District 16

Jan 02, 2026 at 06:51 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN — Cathy Watts announced today that she is running for Rutherford County Commission in District 16, pledging to bring committed, transparent, and co.... Read More
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