Murfreesboro Council Approves $54.7 Million I-840 Cherry Lane Extension Deal
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - The Murfreesboro City Council voted to advance the Cherry Lane Extension Phase 3 project, signing off on a $54.7 million agreement with the Tennessee Department of Transportation. The major infrastructure investment passed Thursday (July 23rd) clears the way for a brand-new interchange at I
New Tennessee law penalizes youth for illegal vape, tobacco purchases
Tennessee teens buying nicotine or hemp products now face steeper consequences under a new law . The measure expands the existing law and imposes fines of $10 to $50 for youth under 21 who use a fake ID to illegally purchase such products. Dana Reno, director of Nashville Thrives , a Davidson County substance use preve
Williamson County Nurse Loses License Over Explicit Texts
A Franklin nurse has lost his Tennessee license after state health officials say he sent sexually explicit text messages to patients he had treated and, in at least one case, tried to swap controlled substances for nude photos. The move comes after complaints involving three patients and cuts off his...
Murfreesboro firefighters rescue trapped driver after car flips in crash
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WSMV) - Firefighters rescued a driver trapped in their car Thursday morning following a two-vehicle wreck. The crash was reported at Northwest Broad Street and Brinkley Avenue, according to a post from the Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department. “Firefighters stabilized an overturned vehicle, safely e
Drum Corps International returning to Middle Tennessee
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WKRN) — Nashville’s Music City Drum and Bugle Corps will compete against top ensembles from across the country Friday, when one of the nation’s largest touring marching arts competitions makes a stop in Tennessee. Unlike traditional halftime marching bands, Drum Corps International productions blen
MTSU to study honeybee circadian rhythm
Middle Tennessee State University researchers are beginning a new study on honeybees.
Rutherford County commissioners approve eminent domain for proposed new jail site
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — Rutherford County commissioners voted to move forward with eminent domain proceedings to acquire property for a proposed new jail, despite hours of public opposition and concerns over the cost of taking privately owned land. The commission approved the condemnation resolution in a 12-9 vote af
Mexican Restaurant in Smyrna Permanently Closes After 18 Years
Mi Camino Real in Smyrna has permanently closed after nearly two decades of serving the community. The restaurant, located at 1890 Almaville Road, announced the closure on social media Tuesday morning. Owners said they had hoped to remain open through the end of the month, but that plan was no longer possible.
Pump Prices Rise Again, With Diesel Nearing $5 Per Gallon
RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS News) - Gas prices across the Volunteer State are continuing their upward climb, apparently determined to see just how much motorists are willing to pay before they begin reconsidering every unnecessary trip. On Monday, the statewide average for a gallon of regular 87-octane gasoline stoo
Final Splash Out of Summer Set for Thursday at Barfield Crescent Park
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. - Families will have one final chance to cool off with local firefighters during Murfreesboro’s last Splash Out event of the summer on Thursday, July 23, at Barfield Crescent Park. The free event will be held from 1:30 to 3 p.m. and is hosted by the Murfreesboro...

















