Thompson Lane Widening, New School Laws and Murfreesboro’s Homebuyer Ranking | July 28, 2026
TDOT moves forward with a major widening project along North Thompson Lane in Murfreesboro, expanding the roadway to five lanes and adding sidewalks, upgraded signals and safety improvements. Preliminary utility work could begin as early as August or September, with the full Thompson Lane project expected to be complet
Livestock Ear Tag Requirements in Tennessee: What Every Producer Needs to Know
Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! If you raise cattle, sheep, goats, swine, or horses in Tennessee, understanding official ear tag requirements is one of the most practical steps you can take to protect your operation. A disease outbreak without a functioning traceability syst
Two dead after apartment complex shooting
Police confirm two people are dead after a shooting in Murfreesboro.
Dangerous heat and humidity continue today
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY - TODAY. A First Alert Weather Day remains in effect through Tuesday as extreme heat and humidity will redevelop throughout the day. The feels-like temperature will soar to the triple digits on Monday, ranging between 100 and 110 degrees. A Heat Advisory...
Two men dead after apparent murder-suicide in Murfreesboro
Detectives learned that a man shot another man and then shot himself in the early morning hours on Tuesday.
Heat dome brings dangerous conditions to West Tennessee. Here’s what you should know
JACKSON, Tenn. (WBBJ) - Dangerous heat is settling in, and it’s not just the temperature, it’s the heat index that can turn deadly fast. Tennesseans can expect highs around 95 to 98 degrees, but with humidity, the heat index could hit 112 to 115. That’s a dangerous level of heat stress, especially if you’re outside for
New Tennessee laws could change your child’s school year
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — As students head back to the classroom, several new Tennessee laws are now in effect that could change what they experience during the school day. The laws, which took effect in July, focus on classroom technology, instruction, online safety, emergency preparedness, and student safety. Less...
Middle Tennessee Drought Eases Slightly as Nashville Improves and 30% of Tennessee Remains in...
NASHVILLE, TN — Middle Tennessee is still in a serious drought, but the latest map shows a little progress after recent rain. About 30% of Tennessee remains in extreme drought, down from nearly half the state at the end of April. Nashville has also seen some improvement, moving from...
FREE Rutherford County “Back to School Bash” August 8 at New MMC Location
RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS News) - A combination of medical experts, local school representatives, first responders like the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office have all teamed up to hold an upcoming community event geared towards area students heading back to the classroom, and their parents. The Back to School Bas
Convicted felon found with weapon during domestic complaint investigation
A convicted felon was found in possession of a weapon, a violation of the law, during a domestic complaint investigation last week by the sheriff’s department. 48-year-old Michael Shawn Earls of Hodges Road, Smithville is charged with resisting arrest and unlawful possession of a weapon. His bond is $15,000 and he will
