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Rutherford Roundup: Blackburn votes to block Epstein Files, M'boro Development, Park Shooting & Emergency Care Expansion | Sept. 15, 2025

Sep 15, 2025 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Tennessee Senator Marsha Blackburn faces backlash after voting to block a Senate amendment calling for public release of.... Read More

BBB’s James Price on Today’s Top Scams & How to Stay Safe | Aug. 20, 2025

Aug 20, 2025 at 11:13 am by Producer

📋 Show Notes – Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2025 Rutherford Issues with Bryan Barrett In Today’s Episode: Bryan Barrett sits down with James Price of the Better Busi.... Read More

Talking Tennessee: Politics, Community, and a BBQ Bash in Smyrna

Aug 07, 2025 at 11:21 am by Producer

In this episode, Bryan Barrett sits down with State Rep. Mike Sparks (R-Smyrna) and Roger Thomas to dive into key topics impacting our community — including the upcoming.... Read More

Wednesday, August 6th, 2025: Town hall shares city plans, TN debates parental vaccine rights, pedestrian struck in Murfreesboro dies & more

Aug 06, 2025 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Show Notes – Wednesday, August 6th, 2025 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: A Town Hall meeting at First Presbyterian Church brought updates on Murf.... Read More

Wednesday, July 23rd, 2025: Federal judge blocks TN underage abortion law; Florida woman found dead in TN field & more

Jul 23, 2025 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Website: https://www.wgnsradio.com/RutherfordRoundup Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6o5lRIqG99Id4sYA7oobVQ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rutherfor.... Read More

Tuesday, July 15th, 2025: Off-duty Coffee Co. deputy arrested in Murfreesboro, August 2025 back-to-school schedules released & more

Jul 15, 2025 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Website: https://www.wgnsradio.com/RutherfordRoundup Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6o5lRIqG99Id4sYA7oobVQ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rutherfor.... Read More

UPDATE: More Details Released by THP After Friday Mid-Morning Collision in Rutherford County

Jul 12, 2025 at 05:07 pm by WGNS News

UPDATED: RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. - WGNS has an update on the serious auto accident that shut down I-24 East in Rutherford County for over an hour on Friday, just before 11 AM.... Read More

Fugitive Captured in La Vergne After High-Speed Multi-County Chase and Vehicle Theft

May 18, 2025 at 05:33 pm by WGNS

LA VERGNE, Tenn. (WGNS) — A dramatic multi-county search has come to an end in La Vergne, where 58-year old Carlos McCoy was taken into custody Saturday m.... Read More

Mourning the Loss of Kathilu Mote, Beloved Educator and Wife of Longtime Extension Agent Mitchell Mote

May 12, 2025 at 06:06 pm by WGNS

ROCKVALE, Tenn. (WGNS) – Kathilu (pronounced Kathy Lou) Rader Mote, a cherished educator and devoted community member, passed away on Sunday (May 11, 2025) at the age of.... Read More

Eagleville's Mattie Pruitt Says Goodbye to American Idol Journey, but Leaves a Lasting Legacy

May 11, 2025 at 09:32 pm by WGNS

ANAHEIM, Calif. (WGNS) – Eagleville’s own Mattie Pruitt wrapped up her inspiring American Idol journey on Sunday night (May 11), finishing just shy of the Top 5 of.... Read More

• Two Teenagers Arrested for New Vision Church Bomb Threat •

Apr 25, 2025 at 05:00 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Two teenagers have been arrested after allegedly posting a bomb threat on social media, claiming an explosive device was inside New Vision Church.... Read More

UPDATE on Sunday Officer Involved Shooting Near Cason Lane and Veterans Pkwy - 1 Dead

Mar 24, 2025 at 06:31 pm by WGNS

UPDATED: MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – A typically quiet Sunday afternoon turned tense in a Murfreesboro neighborhood as a domestic incident escalated into a standoff betwe.... Read More

UPDATE: Gunfire Erupts in Murfreesboro Neighborhood After Intense Standoff Near Cason Lane and Veterans Pkwy

Mar 23, 2025 at 09:27 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – A typically quiet Sunday afternoon turned tense in a Murfreesboro neighborhood as a domestic incident escalated into a standoff between police and.... Read More

Man Arrested After Brandishing Gun - Female Arrested on Outstanding Rutherford County Warrant

Mar 03, 2025 at 01:58 pm by WGNS Radio News

LEBANON,  TN - A man is behind bars after allegedly brandishing a firearm at multiple citizens and later being found in possession of methamphetamine. A woman who was sai.... Read More

Former TBI Director Mark Gwyn Remembered for a Life of Service and Dedication

Sep 12, 2024 at 02:08 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN – Last month, WGNS shared the news of the passing of former Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) Director Mark Gwyn, who died at the age of 61. Gwyn,.... Read More

📺Construction Accident Causes Gas Leak in Murfreesboro, Traffic Disrupted

Sep 12, 2024 at 01:37 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN – The Murfreesboro Fire & Rescue Department (MFRD) responded swiftly to a ruptured gas line incident at the intersection of Medical Center Parkway a.... Read More

Sobriety Checkpoint in LaVergne area

Apr 25, 2022 at 06:02 pm by WGNS

LaVergne, Tennessee— Members of the La Vergne Police Department will be conducting a Sobriety Checkpoint on Thursday, May 5, 2022, from 10:00 p.m. until midnight. Offi.... Read More

UPDATE: Smyrna police confirm shooting suspect was driving a Pontiac Vibe vehicle

Apr 25, 2022 at 05:47 pm by WGNS

SMYRNA, Tennessee — Police have an update on the shooting that unfolded in the 200-block of Cannon Drive in Smyrna. The Smyrna Police Department has announced the ve.... Read More
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Murfreesboro police celebrate the promotion of three new captains, two lieutenants, and two sergeants

Apr 25, 2022 at 04:18 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (April 25, 2022) – Murfreesboro Chief of Police Michael Bowen announces the promotion of seven members of the department.  Three lieutenant.... Read More