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Murfreesboro Man Faces Decades Behind Bars Following Sexual Assault Conviction

May 29, 2026 at 05:49 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - A Murfreesboro man faces a lengthy prison sentence after a Rutherford County jury convicted him of multiple violent sexual offenses. Jurors found.... Read More

Buchanan Elementary Principal Ashley Witt Named Tennessee Principal of the Year Semifinalist

May 29, 2026 at 10:49 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - A Rutherford County school leader is getting statewide recognition for her impact on local students. State education officials named Buchanan Elem.... Read More

Major Drug Busts in Wilson & Warren Counties, Eagleville School Principal Named, and Remembering Terry Ann Womack | May 29, 2026

May 28, 2026 at 10:21 pm by Dalton Barrett

Friday, May 29, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Wilson County Drug Bust A months-long joint investigation by the Wilson County Sheriff's Office, TBI.... Read More

Murfreesboro Parks and Rec Legend Terry Ann Womack Passes Away

May 27, 2026 at 07:38 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - The Murfreesboro community is mourning the loss of a dedicated public servant who spent decades bringing the arts to local children. Terry Ann Wom.... Read More

State Honors Rutherford County EMS Workers for Miraculous Life-Saving Rescues

May 27, 2026 at 05:23 pm by WGNS

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS) - State officials are honoring local emergency workers for their extraordinary clinical skills and teamwork during two life-saving emergency re.... Read More

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

Riverdale Athletic Director and Baseball Coach Barry Messer Announces Retirement

May 26, 2026 at 01:03 pm by Primetime Sports

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - A pillar of the Rutherford County sports community is calling it a career. Riverdale High School athletic director and head baseball coach Barry M.... Read More

Rutherford County Teams Make State History, MTSU Baseball Theft Investigation & Murfreesboro Growth Plans | May 25, 2026

May 25, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Monday, May 25, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Stewart’s Creek softball wins its first-ever state championship with a 10-0 victory over Mar.... Read More

Murfreesboro Eyes First Police Precinct, Kroger Plan Deferred & Tennessee Daylight Saving Push | May 22, 2026

May 22, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Friday, May 22, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Murfreesboro City Council considers moving forward with the city’s first police precinct, pl.... Read More

Fatal Smyrna Shooting, Murder Appeal Upheld & Murfreesboro Park Progress | May 20, 2026

May 20, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Smyrna detectives investigate a fatal shooting outside Against the Grain Tattoo on North Lowry.... 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

Eagleville School Breaks Ground on New Synthetic Turf Fields

May 18, 2026 at 06:57 pm by Primetime Sports

EAGLEVILLE, Tenn. (WGNS) - Eagleville athletes will soon play on brand-new turf surfaces. The school officially broke ground on new synthetic turf fields for its baseball, foo.... Read More

Resturaunt Kitchen Fire, School Funding Concerns, Patriot Drive Shooting & AI Image Case | May 18, 2026

May 18, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Monday, May 18, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: A Saturday morning kitchen fire at Southern Still Tennessee Bar and Grill on South Church Street f.... Read More

Murfreesboro Educator Named Regional Teacher of the Year Semi-Finalist

May 14, 2026 at 03:24 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - A Murfreesboro teacher is in the running for a major state honor. Murfreesboro City Schools announced that Ms. Amy Jackson is a semi-finalist for.... Read More

Murfreesboro Honors Fallen Heroes at Stones River National Cemetery

May 14, 2026 at 03:10 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Stones River National Battlefield is inviting the Rutherford County community to remember the fallen during a series of events from May 23rd-26th..... Read More

Three Students Face Charges After Assaulting Staff and SRO at Siegel High School

May 13, 2026 at 10:15 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Three Siegel High School students face criminal charges after a series of clashes left a deputy punched and teachers shoved in the school cafeteri.... Read More

Smyrna Appoints Veteran Lawman Kyle Evans as New Town Attorney

May 13, 2026 at 03:12 pm by WGNS

SMYRNA, Tenn. (WGNS) - The Town of Smyrna has a new face leading its legal team. Officials announced Wednesday that Kyle Evans will serve as the new Town Attorney, bringing de.... Read More

Hometown Idol Hero, Kroger Flood Fears & Tennessee’s Map Fight Heats Up | May 13, 2026

May 13, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Murfreesboro native Jordan McCullough finishes runner-up on Season 24 of American Idol after ad.... Read More

Smyrna Lawmaker Secures Tougher Penalties For Fatal Hit-And-Run Drivers

May 12, 2026 at 09:05 pm by WGNS

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WGNS) - A local lawmaker is changing state law to ensure hit-and-run drivers face real time behind bars. State Representative Robert Stevens of Smyrna sponso.... Read More

School Lockdowns Cleared, Fatal Murfreesboro Crash, I-24 Teen Arrests & La Vergne Traffic Changes | May 12, 2026

May 12, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Multiple Tennessee schools were placed on lockdown Monday after threatening phone calls targeted.... Read More