Murfreesboro news

Cedric the Entertainer to Headline Boys & Girls Clubs of Rutherford County’s Annual Stake & Burger Fundraiser

Jan 24, 2025 at 12:00 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO - The Boys & Girls Clubs of Rutherford County is thrilled to announce that acclaimed comedian, actor, and Boys & Girls Club alumnus Cedric the Entert.... Read More

⏩ One Last Stop by the City Cafe Before Closing after 124-Years

Jan 23, 2025 at 04:25 pm by WGNS

After 124 years the City Cafe's last day was Thursday, January 23rd, 2025. They were just 18-days from celebrating their 125th anniversary. We set out to head to the down.... Read More

City Cafe Closes After 124 Years: A Chapter Ends in Murfreesboro’s History

Jan 23, 2025 at 09:31 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO - For 124 years, City Cafe stood as a cornerstone of Murfreesboro, a place where time seemed to slow, and people gathered not just for meals but for moments of co.... Read More

Scammer’s Attempt to Expose Rutherford County Residents of Their Internet Habits Misses the Mark

Jan 20, 2025 at 03:08 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - In a shocking turn of events sure to make your popcorn-loving Internet habit feel even more thrilling, a Rutherford County resident received an email f.... Read More

⏩Rutherford County Braces for Extreme Cold Weather

Jan 15, 2025 at 04:18 pm by Rutherford Weather

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY - The start of 2025 has brought frigid temperatures and snowfall to the area and next week is promising extreme cold across Middle Tennessee. Th.... Read More

Local Educator Receives Prestigious Presidential Award for STEM Teaching

Jan 15, 2025 at 03:16 pm by WGNS

WASHINGTON, DC - The White House has announced that Erin Nunley is among the educators and mentors recognized as recipients of the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathem.... Read More
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Rutherford County Schools to Remain Closed Monday Due to Hazardous Road Conditions

Jan 12, 2025 at 06:56 pm by WGNS

RUTHERFORD COUNTY - Rutherford County Schools announced the closure of all schools in the district on Monday (January 13, 2025) due to continued hazardous road conditions.... Read More

⏩Murfreesboro Water Resources Department Moves Into New Offices

Jan 10, 2025 at 05:06 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN — The Murfreesboro Water Resources Department (MWRD) officially opened the doors to its new office location Thursday at 316 Robert Rose Drive. The.... Read More

❄️Snow Patrol Closings, Cancellations & Postponement for Friday, January 10th, 2025❄️

Jan 10, 2025 at 10:42 am by WGNS

This post will be updated with the latest closings, cancellations and postponements due to the winter storm on Friday, January 10th. Governor Bill Lee has declared a state of.... Read More

❄️Winter Storm Warning Issued for Rutherford County: 4-8" of Snowfall Expected Friday❄️

Jan 09, 2025 at 03:18 pm by Rutherford Weather

Rutherford County, TN — The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Rutherford County and other parts of Middle Tennessee, in effect from Fri.... Read More

Video Update on Friday's Expected Snow

Jan 08, 2025 at 07:22 pm by Rutherford Weather

Bryan Barrett shares an update on Friday's winter storm.

Red Cross Responds as Winter Weather Causes Blood Drive Cancellations, Power Outages, Dangerous Conditions

Jan 08, 2025 at 05:13 pm by bryan

STATEWIDE — A major winter storm covering a large part of the country is impacting millions of people in the U.S., a situation expected to continue as a n.... Read More

🎦Confidence in Snow Chances Friday Increasing

Jan 06, 2025 at 07:56 pm by Rutherford Weather

Confidence continues to increase that Rutherford County and most all of Tennessee could see measurable snowfall by the end of the week. Bryan Barrett with Rutherford Weather h.... Read More

🎦 Busy Weather Weekend Ahead

Jan 03, 2025 at 05:15 pm by Rutherford Weather

RUTHERFORD COUNTY - A mix of wintry and rainy weather is expected to cap off the weekend and carry into the start of the workweek. A Friday front brought cold weather and by S.... Read More

Rutherford County School Board Approves Adjustments to High School Rezoning Plans

Dec 18, 2024 at 06:05 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO - In a special-called meeting on Tuesday (12-17-24), the Rutherford County School Board made pivotal decisions regarding future high school zones, addressing conc.... Read More

Candice Urias, 2nd grade teacher at Plainview Elementary School

Dec 12, 2024 at 02:23 pm 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

"White Christmas" from Center for the Arts: A New Local Tradition

Dec 11, 2024 at 04:02 pm by Danny Osborn

The Center for the Arts continues to add to Murfreesboro’s Holiday traditions. WGNS’ Danny Osborn is here with the story:  MURFREESBORO - Starting this w.... Read More

Fire Quickly Contained at The Dempsey Apartments in Murfreesboro

Dec 10, 2024 at 10:06 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Firefighters with the Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department (MFRD) responded to a blaze at The Dempsey Apartments late Monday night, successfully con.... Read More

Rockvale Football Coach Brian Guthrie Retires

Dec 08, 2024 at 12:08 pm by WGNS

Brian Guthrie, head football coach at Rockvale High School, has announced his retirement. He decided to hang up his whistle after a 30-year coaching career.  While stepp.... Read More

Oakland Dominates Houston to Win Fourth State Football Championships in Five Years

Dec 08, 2024 at 12:00 pm by WGNS

CHATTANOOGA - Oakland High School’s football team capped off an impressive season with a commanding 42-20 victory over Houston in the Class 6A TSSAA BlueCross Bowl Champ.... Read More