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Murfreesboro Fire Firefighters Quickly Extinguish Greenland Drive Apartment Fire

Jun 01, 2026 at 09:11 pm by WGNS

PHOTOS FROM THE SCENE MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - A morning fire brings a heavy emergency response to a Murfreesboro apartment complex. Murfreesboro Fire Rescue crews r.... Read More

A Night of Music with a Mission, 7PM Friday at Springhouse in Smyrna

Jun 01, 2026 at 05:20 pm by WGNS

SMYRNA, TN (WGNS) - Be a part of making this Friday night's concert at Springhouse Theatre an SRO event! The heart of Instruments of Joy is simple and powerful: plac.... Read More

Rutherford County Pet Owners Urged to Prepare for Disasters This June

Jun 01, 2026 at 03:33 pm by WGNS

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WGNS) - The Tennessee Emergency Management Agency is recognizing June as Pet Preparedness Month, and emergency officials want Rutherford County residents to.... Read More

Rutherford County Archivist Hillary Brown Earns State Certification

Jun 01, 2026 at 03:29 pm by WGNS

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WGNS) - Local history is in safer hands today. Hillary Brown of the Rutherford County Archives is back at work with a new statewide certification. Brown grad.... Read More

PODCAST: From Research Labs to National Competitions MTSU Faculty and Students Drive Progress on the Action Line

Jun 01, 2026 at 03:06 pm by WGNS

  Click Play Above to Hear Our Entire Podcast - Or Right Click and Save to Your Device and Listen Later SEGMENT ONE GUEST: Rick B. Nef, Commercialization.... Read More

NFL Legend Raymond Berry Dies in Murfreesboro at 93

Jun 01, 2026 at 11:56 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Former Baltimore Colts wide receiver and New England Patriots head coach Raymond Emmett Berry died last Monday (May 25th) at his home in Murfreesb.... Read More

Where is Ed the Zebra Now? Rutherford County Remembers Famous Escape One Year Later

May 31, 2026 at 09:08 pm by WGNS

CHRISTIANA, Tenn. (WGNS) - Local residents are looking back on a wild piece of Rutherford County history. Exactly one year ago on Sunday, a zebra named Ed broke loose and kick.... Read More

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

Eagleville School Names Jason Brown As New Principal

May 28, 2026 at 03:49 pm by WGNS

EAGLEVILLE, Tenn. (WGNS) - A familiar face is taking the reins at Eagleville School. Rutherford County Schools Director Dr. Jimmy Sullivan appointed longtime assistant princip.... 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 High Principal Steve Luker Announces Retirement After 35 Years In Education

May 26, 2026 at 05:50 pm by WGNS

ROCKVALE, Tenn. (WGNS) - A staple of the Rutherford County education community is calling it a career. Rockvale High School Principal Steve Luker has announced his retirement.... 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

Rockvale Elementary Principal Dayna Nichols Set to Retire After 31 Years

May 26, 2026 at 05:43 pm by WGNS

ROCKVALE, Tenn. (WGNS) - A beloved Rutherford County educator is wrapping up a career built on relationships. Rockvale Elementary School Principal Dayna Nichols is retiring af.... Read More

Town of Smyrna Releases Captain Jeff Kuss Memorial Documentary

May 26, 2026 at 05:05 pm by WGNS

SMYRNA, Tenn. - (WGNS) - The Town of Smyrna is reflecting on a decade of remembrance, unity, and healing with the release of a new short documentary. The film looks back at th.... Read More

Sip, Shop, and Stroll Downtown after 5PM

May 21, 2026 at 12:32 pm by WGNS

Thu. (June 11, 2026) 5:00 - 8:00PM Sip, Shop, and Stroll downtown Murfreesboro Merchants after 5PM. Sip, shop & stroll through our charming downtown district and enjoy lat.... Read More

Murfreesboro Police Investigate Serious Motorcycle Crash on SE Broad Street

May 19, 2026 at 12:28 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - The Murfreesboro Police Department Fatal Accident Crash Team is investigating a serious wreck that halted Tuesday morning traffic. Authorities sa.... 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

Murfreesboro Healing Field Set to Honor Heroes and Celebrate America's Semiquincentennial

May 18, 2026 at 06:43 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Hundreds of American flags will soon fly in Murfreesboro as the Healing Field returns for Memorial Day weekend. The Freedom Trail Foundation is h.... Read More