Central Magnet School

Rockvale & McFadden Leadership Changes, Smyrna Honors Capt. Jeff Kuss, and Local Sports Updates | May 27, 2026

May 27, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Rockvale High School Principal Steve Luker announces his retirement after 33 years in education.... Read More

Andy Roach Takes the Helm at McFadden School of Excellence

May 26, 2026 at 05:45 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - A familiar face is taking the top leadership spot at one of Rutherford County’s most prestigious schools. Director of Schools Dr. Jimmy Sull.... Read More

Central Magnet Leadership Change, Memorial Day Flags, Eagleville Turf Upgrades & Local Gas Prices | May 19, 2026

May 19, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Dr. John Ash is stepping down after nearly 17 years as principal of Central Magnet School to beco.... Read More

Central Magnet Principal Dr. John Ash Steps Down to Lead Smith County Schools

May 18, 2026 at 07:00 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - A major leadership change is coming to one of Rutherford County’s top schools. Dr. John Ash is stepping down as principal of Central Magnet.... Read More

Rutherford County Schools & The New Education Foundation with Sheila Bratton

May 12, 2026 at 10:51 am by Producer

Rutherford County Schools are setting a gold standard in Tennessee education, maintaining a Level 5 district status while navigating the complex landscape of vouchers and ch.... Read More

Murfreesboro Event Center Plans, Stonecrest Safety Honor & New School Leaders | May 11, 2026

May 11, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Monday, May 11, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: A long-vacant Murfreesboro property at Medical Center Parkway and Gateway Boulevard is moving towa.... Read More

Dr. Clark Blair Named New Principal of Central Magnet School

May 08, 2026 at 07:47 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Central Magnet School is entering a new chapter under the leadership of a veteran local educator. Director of Schools Dr. Jimmy Sullivan announced.... Read More

Central Magnet Lands Robotics Grant for Cutting-Edge Drones Program

Aug 15, 2025 at 08:32 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - Central Magnet School in Murfreesboro just got a major boost to its technology curriculum, thanks to a new grant from the Tennessee Valley Authority an.... Read More

County Takes Over Friday AM Investigation at Central Magnet School

Jan 17, 2025 at 01:41 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - There was an extra police presence at Central Magnet School Friday morning (1/17/2025) after dispatchers received a call from a man claiming to ‘.... Read More

Rutherford County Opens School Choice Enrollment for 2025 this December with Options for District Students

Nov 05, 2024 at 04:38 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - As Rutherford County’s population continues to grow, so do opportunities within its school system… Currently, more than 51,000 students ar.... Read More

Robot Drone League's MINESHAFT Challenge to Showcase STEM Talent at Central Magnet

Oct 22, 2024 at 05:41 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN – STREAMWORKS and the Robot Drone League (RDL) are thrilled to announce the upcoming RDL MINESHAFT Challenge, a premier robotics and drone competition s.... Read More

Joanna Angel, Middle & High School French Teacher and Tennis Coach at Central Magnet School

Mar 15, 2024 at 09:40 am by WGNS

The Doug Young Educator of the Month - sponsored by City Tile and Floor Covering on Spring Street. Nominate a teacher for Educator of the Month. Head to our website, WGNSRa.... Read More

Rachel Oppmann 1st Place in Regional Musical Theatre Competition

Mar 12, 2024 at 10:52 am by WGNS

(BIRMINGHAM, AL) Central Magnet School senior Rachel Alexandra Oppmann placed first in the 2024 Musical Theatre Regional Competition. The event occurred last Saturday (3/9/202.... Read More

Central Magnet School Students Win Top Prize at MTSU Entrepreneurship Fair

Feb 23, 2024 at 09:43 am by Chandelar Williams

Murfreesboro, TN - Three sophomores from Central Magnet School in Murfreesboro emerged victorious at Middle Tennessee State University’s 2024 High School Entrepreneurshi.... Read More

Two Local Miss Basketball Finalists

Feb 08, 2024 at 10:21 am by Producer

Two Rutherford County girls prep basketball players have been named Miss Basketball finalists. Daisy Gale of Providence Christian and Addison Melton of Central Magnet hav.... Read More

Celebrating MLK, Jr.

Jan 07, 2024 at 02:27 pm by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO) The Murfreesboro NAACP invites the public to be a part of the MLK March on Monday, January 15, 2024. It starts at Central Magnet School. And then on Saturday, J.... Read More

RCS Schools Ranked TOPS Nationwide

Dec 02, 2023 at 09:19 am by WGNS

U.S. News and World Report recently released its annual rankings of K-12 schools, both nationally and by state. Three Rutherford County Schools — McFadden School of Exc.... Read More
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Central Magnet School's GREAT RACE Team Leaves The Bluff City

Jun 27, 2023 at 09:59 am by WGNS

(MEMPHIS) The Central Magnet School team starts the morning today in Memphis and heads to Russellville, Arkansas for lunch. It's been hot and some of the support vehicles have.... Read More
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Central Magnet's GREAT RACE Update from Tifton, GA

Jun 25, 2023 at 03:14 pm by WGNS

Central Magnet School's team continues its 2,300 mile trek from St. Augustine, Florida to Colorado Springs, Colorado. This is the Tiger’s fourth official Great Race.... Read More
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The Great Race - Follow Rutherford County Participants

Jun 23, 2023 at 09:17 pm by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN – The 2023 Great Race gets underway on Saturday and Rutherford County school students, a teacher and an SRO are all participating in the ru.... Read More