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Dr. Jimmy Sullivan, Director of the Rutherford County Schools

Sep 05, 2023 at 09:47 am by WGNS News

Dr. Jimmy Sullivan, Director of the Rutherford County Schools, talks about new school additions, new schools and a major change in school zones. 

Smyrna High School Golfers Benefit from Simulation Suite

Sep 05, 2023 at 07:20 am by WGNS News

SMYRNA, TN - When extreme temperatures restricted outdoor activities recently, the Smyrna High School golf team had an advantage unlike any of its peers – an indoor golf.... Read More

Former Oakland Patriot Joining LSU Tigers Coaching Staff

Aug 28, 2023 at 04:35 pm by WGNS News

Jacoby Stevens, Oakland Patriot alumni class of 2017 and former Sixth Round NFL Draft Pick, is eager to learn from LSU Head Football Coach Brian Kelly and others on the coac.... Read More

Caitlyn Miller Charged With DUI and Drugs in School Zone

Aug 27, 2023 at 05:27 pm by WGNS

(CHRISTIANA, TN) A Rutherford County woman who crashed in the Christiana Elementary and Christiana Middle Schools’ zone Thursday (8/24/2023) was charged with DUI an.... Read More

Rutherford County Schools Earn Highest Rating Available for Student Academic Growth

Aug 24, 2023 at 10:25 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County Schools has earned a “Level 5” ranking for its composite score and in every subject for student academic growth, the Tennessee Department of Educ.... Read More

Rutherford County Schools Hosting Groundbreaking on Three High School Additions Thursday

Aug 22, 2023 at 08:15 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County Schools will celebrate the groundbreaking of three new high school additions on Thursday. Because of Rutherford County’s continued rapid growth, the.... Read More

WGNS’ Bryan Barrett and Jon Dinkins Receive Award for Local Sports Coverage

Aug 22, 2023 at 07:30 am by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, TN - WGNS’ Bryan Barrett and Jon Dinkins received top honors at the annual Tennessee Association of Broadcaster’s 75th Anniversary Convention in the Cou.... Read More

Bullet Resistant Glass in Rutherford County Schools and More

Aug 21, 2023 at 01:46 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN – A Tennessee Special Session is underway in Nashville this week, with an underlying focus on school safety. Governor Bill Lee requested the Specia.... Read More

Future Spartan has High Expectations for Self for Senior Year at Riverdale

Aug 17, 2023 at 06:53 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Jaylen Thompson, Riverdale senior, has very high expectations for himself going into his final season. “I want to be [Tennessee Titans] Mr. Football.... Read More

Opinion: More Conversations Needed in Public Education

Aug 17, 2023 at 04:56 pm by WGNS News

OPINION: Professional Educators of Tennessee helps policymakers emphasize the importance of quality education and the challenges faced by public schools and educators. We play.... Read More

Local Golf Tournament to Help Special Needs Students in Rutherford County Schools

Aug 14, 2023 at 04:45 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - You can enjoy a rewarding golf competition while providing funding for Rutherford County Schools’ students during the 3rd annual Special Nee.... Read More

Murfreesboro City and Rutherford County Schools Reopening Soon

Aug 01, 2023 at 06:14 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - School is about to start and Lisa Trail, Communications Director for the Murfreesboro City Schools told WGNS that it's important for parents to register t.... Read More

Celebrate the Middle Tennessee High School Students Beginning Healthcare Careers with Ascension Saint Thomas

Jul 18, 2023 at 05:44 pm by WGNS News

Ascension Saint Thomas is proud to recognize the 2023-2024 class of Ascension Saint Thomas Work-Based Learning, a year-long program that prepares students from across Mid.... Read More

Rutherford County Schools High School Summit Wraps Up Summer Training Series

Jul 18, 2023 at 05:11 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Rutherford County’s two-day high school summer summit wrapped up today at Siegel High School. Principals and teachers returned from summer break.... Read More

COMMENTARY: Growth and the Rutherford County Property Tax Increase in Today's Commissioner Corner with Craig Harris

Jul 17, 2023 at 07:10 am by WGNS News

Commentary: Rutherford County Commissioner Craig Harris takes a deeper look at the property tax, the new increase and what exactly local taxes collected by the county actually.... Read More

Middle School Summit Offers New Skills, Connection

Jul 13, 2023 at 01:51 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - As students prepare themselves for the inevitable end of summer, Jasmine Straughter, a STEM teacher at Rockvale Middle School, is coding robots as part.... Read More

Holloway High School Hosting Student Open House July 27

Jul 12, 2023 at 09:19 am by WGNS News

(RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN) - Holloway High School will be hosting its annual open house on July 27 from 3-6 p.m. Prospective students will be able to take a tour of the scho.... Read More

Elementary Summer Summit Provides Professional Development Opportunity

Jul 10, 2023 at 01:39 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Rutherford County Schools kickstarted its professional development opportunities for the 2023-24 school year with this year’s Elementary Summer S.... Read More

Rutherford County School Students to Perform at Sydney Opera House

Jul 07, 2023 at 08:19 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY,  TN - Aubry Redhair and Elexis Thepthongsay, students at Riverdale High School, have been selected for the High School Honors Performance Series at Syd.... Read More

United Communications Awards $8,000 in Scholarships to 2-Rutherford County Students

Jul 07, 2023 at 07:40 am by WGNS News

Local internet service provider United Communications announced the recipients of $24,000 in college scholarships awarded through its annual United Community Foundation schola.... Read More