Chief Bowen Says LPRs Are Solving Crimes, Not Watching People
Mt. Juliet, TN (WGNS) - Once again, a license plate reader did exactly what it was designed to do — identify a stolen vehicle the moment it entered the view of a camera. This latest case unfolded in Mt. Juliet, where officers were alerted to a stolen car and quickly located it. The vehicle has already been returned to
Murfreesboro names new Transportation, Transit directors amid department restructuring
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — The City of Murfreesboro has named new leaders for its Transportation and Transit departments as the city reorganizes how it manages roads and public transportation. Lee Smith has been promoted to director of Transportation, while Russ Brashear has been named the city’s first director of...
Farmer says RCS, Murfreesboro changing deal for his land
Jeffrey Dismukes wanted to sell his farmland so a school could be built. “At my age, I don’t have many wants anymore,” he said. “Mostly, I want to get out of bed and welcome another day.”. The 77-year-old lifetime farmer first met with Rutherford County Schools board...
Tennessee Locals Skip the Big Chains for This Old-School Independent Grocery Store
Tucked away on East Main Street in Murfreesboro, Jr’s Foodland has been quietly winning over shoppers who are tired of the crowded aisles and impersonal vibe of big-box supermarkets. This family-friendly neighborhood market has built a loyal following thanks to its standout meat counter, friendly staff, and genuine com
SIX AREA MCDONALD’S EMPLOYEES EARN DIPLOMAS THROUGH ARCHWAYS PROGRAM
Funderburk Family McDonald's recently honored six employees who completed educational milestones through the Archways to Opportunity program. The in-store celebration featured remarks from Owner/Operators Jake and Jared Funderburk, along with gift presentations to recognize these team members. Through Archways to Oppor
Jumper rescued from Percy Priest Lake by TWRA
TWRA officers were called to the bridge over the lake on Weakley Lane in Smyrna just before 8 p.m.
Warnings continue over TN’s lack of sustainable transportation funding, even with toll lane project
Officials with the Tennessee Department of Transportation warned again that the state’s transportation infrastructure needs continue to outpace revenues, even as a toll lane project takes shape. Last week, Gov. Bill Lee announced the first phase of the toll project, with a team of companies chosen to begin constructio
Wawa to Celebrate Murfreesboro Grand Opening Sept. 10
Wawa is celebrating the opening of its fourth Tennessee location in Murfreesboro with a grand opening event featuring local first responders, community members and company leaders. The new store at 5208 Veterans Parkway will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Sept. 10 at 8am. The first 250 customers will receive a...
Nashville Superspeedway Announces 2027 NASCAR Race Weekend Dates
LEBANON, Tenn. — Nashville Superspeedway will once again serve as the launchpad for summer in Middle Tennessee when NASCAR returns in 2027 for a triple-header weekend June 4-6. The weekend will open June 4 with the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series race, followed by the Sports Illustrated Resorts 250 NASCAR O'Reilly Auto P
Smyrna High under precautionary lockdown, all students safe
SMYRNA, Tenn. (WZTV) — Smyrna High sent a message to all parents warning them of a precautionary lockdown. Few details have been released, but Smyrna High School parents have been notified of a precautionary lockdown for police investigation. Police received an anonymous call Wednesday morning with a bomb threat...
