Talk about exploring Old City Cemetery and First Church–2PM Oct. 25 at Oaklands Mansion
MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Murfreesboro’s earliest days will take center stage on Sunday (10/25/2026) afternoon when the Rutherford County Archaeological Society gathers for a special America 250 presentation. It begins at 2:00PM in Maney Hall at Oaklands Mansion, and if you enjoy local history, this one is worth circling on your calendar. Laura Bartel, Founder and Director of the Rutherford County Archaeological Society and the Old City Cemetery Preservation and Interpretation Project will guide
Smyrna police seek council approval for hobbles, spit masks
Smyrna police are asking the town council to approve hobbles and spit masks for officers after people spit on them during arrests. The police chief said officers have been assaulted at least 46 times over the past two years. The town council is expected to discuss the proposed restraints during...
Finding and Funding School Buildings Remains Biggest Barrier to Expanding Student Options
Two state-approved schools postponed planned openings after failing to find suitable facilities.
Former Rutherford County librarian sues after firing over book relocation
RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WZTV) — Nearly six months after her firing in a dispute over where children’s books should be shelved, former Rutherford County Library System Director Luanne James is suing the library system, its board and eight board members. James alleges she was fired in retaliation for...
Tennessee governor candidates to debate in upcoming livestream
The Tennessee Press Association will hold a livestreamed gubernatorial forum on Oct. 27 at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, TPA President Dave Gould recently announced. Republican nominee U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn , Democratic nominee and Memphis City Councilmember Jerri Green and independent candidates David Hatley and Lauren Pinkston have been invited to participate. Green, Hatley and Pinkston have confirmed, according to the news release. The livestreamed event is not open
Murfreesboro Murder Case Moves Forward: Two Defendants Face January 2027 Arraignment
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS News) – WGNS continues to follow the legal proceedings involving two individuals arrested in connection with the murder of a woman in Murfreesboro earlier this year. In June, Murfreesboro Police responded to a report of shots fired at MJ's Sports Bar & Grill on Northwest Broad...
Retired Tennessee local education teachers with 30-plus years of service will pay $470.80 a...
Tennessee’s 2027 premium table for local education retirees puts retiree-only Premier PPO coverage at $470.80 a month for a retired teacher with 30 or more years of service on Network S. The cheapest choice on the same table is the $345.95 Copay PPO, which is offered only on Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee’s Network […]
Tennessee man’s body recovered from reservoir after family reported him late for fishing trip
A 59-year-old fisherman’s body was pulled from the water at a boat ramp on Watts Bar Reservoir on Sunday night. In the wake of the tragedy, the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency is reminding boaters of the importance of wearing life jackets when on Tennessee waterways. For Context. Sunday’s night’s...
Buc-ee’s Sets November 16th Opening Date for Long-Awaited Murfreesboro Location
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS)- The countdown is on for Middle Tennessee's first Buc-ee's, as the popular Texas-based travel center chain prepares to open its massive new Murfreesboro location on Monday, Nov. 16, 2026. The long-awaited development, located at the Interstate 24 and Joe B. Jackson Parkway interchange, has been under construction...
Tennessee Amendment 1 asks voters to change bail rules
When Tennessee voters go to the polls to choose their next governor, they will also be asked to vote on a constitutional amendment that would change how judges determine bail for defendants charged with some serious crimes. Called Amendment #1, the proposed constitutional amendment seeks to make more than 70...
