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Murfreesboro Police Discuss Crime Trends and New West Side Precinct

Jun 08, 2026 at 05:49 pm by WGNS News

PODCAST (Click Play Above) - In this engaging episode of the WGNS Action Line, we talk with Murfreesboro Police Chief Michael Bowen and Captain Clayton Williams (Photo L: Bowe.... Read More

Center for the Arts: Hairspray Musical & Summer Programs

Jun 08, 2026 at 11:03 am by Producer

Get ready for a soulful, show-stopping summer as the Center for the Arts in Middle Tennessee celebrates its landmark 30th anniversary season. In this exclusive preview, host.... Read More

Marketplace Shooting, Murfreesboro Budget, Major Developments & Tennessee Hemp Rules | June 8, 2026

Jun 08, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Monday, June 8, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: A Facebook Marketplace meetup in La Vergne turns violent, resulting in gunfire, one injury, and fo.... Read More

Murfreesboro City Council Approves New Kroger, Ascension Hospital, and Clarius Tech Park

Jun 06, 2026 at 02:24 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - The Murfreesboro City Council approved three major development projects that will bring significant infrastructure investments to Rutherford Count.... Read More

The Monthly District Attorney's Show: The Hidden Legal Loophole That Can Reopen Sealed Guilty Pleas in Tennessee Courts

Jun 05, 2026 at 09:41 am by WGNS News

PODCAST ABOVE: On this insightful and legally detailed episode of the WGNS Monthly District Attorney Show, host J. Paul Newman welcomes Rutherford County District Attorney Gen.... Read More

Tennessee Immigration Law Lawsuit, National Donut Day & TSSAA Proposals | June 5, 2026

Jun 05, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Friday, June 5, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: A newly filed federal class action lawsuit challenges a Tennessee immigration law set to take effe.... Read More

Rutherford County Child Advocacy Centers Launch Internet Safety Campaign

Jun 04, 2026 at 04:25 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - June is National Internet Safety Month, and local child advocates are stepping up to help Rutherford County parents protect their kids online. Wit.... Read More

Rutherford County Residents Have One Week Left to Apply for Ice Storm Relief

Jun 03, 2026 at 02:44 pm by WGNS

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS) - Rutherford County residents affected by January's severe ice storm have one week left to apply for federal disaster assistance. The final dea.... Read More

WGNS Radio Named Finalist for Six Major Statewide Broadcasting Awards

Jun 03, 2026 at 09:57 am by WGNS

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WGNS) - WGNS Radio is celebrating six nominations for the 2026 Tennessee Association of Broadcasters Excellence in Broadcasting Awards. The local station is.... Read More

Amber Alert Canceled, La Vergne Considers AI Dispatch Tool, and Friday Night Live Returns | Jun. 3, 2026

Jun 03, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Clarksville’s Amber Alert for 3-year-old Tyler Hall is canceled after the child is found.... Read More

Ed the Zebra’s Anniversary, Raymond Berry Remembered & Riverdale’s New Coach | Jun. 2, 2026

Jun 02, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Rutherford County families are encouraged to include pets in emergency plans as TEMA recognizes J.... Read More

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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

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

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