Condemnation for jail could cost Rutherford County $1M in lost taxes, lawyer says
Rutherford County will lose over $1 million in annual taxes by condemning land for a new $375 million jail and sheriff's office, the property owner's attorney contends. Brentwood lawyer Joshua Denton, who represents the Werthan family in Atlanta, sent a July 24 letter to the Rutherford County Commission urging the elec
Drug-resistant fungus on the rise in Tennessee: Here’s who’s most at risk
A drug-resistant yeast that can cause life-threatening infections in vulnerable patients is becoming more common in Tennessee.
Gov. Lee pardons Nashville man of 2010 conviction
After years of fighting, Kennda Watkins has been exonerated.
Real Estate Experts Rank These as the 13 Best Places to Live in Tennessee
Tennessee offers an impressive variety of communities that balance opportunity, quality of life, and distinctive character. Whether you’re drawn to mountain scenery, thriving job markets, or family-friendly neighborhoods, the state delivers options that fit different lifestyles and priorities. Real estate professionals
Jail Contraband Seized, Infant Safety Concerns & Water System Cybersecurity | Aug. 3, 2026
Rutherford County deputies recover Suboxone and other contraband during a jail cell search, including strips concealed inside a Bible. Three deputies receive meritorious conduct awards for an investigation officials say may have prevented overdoses. Murfreesboro Police identify Zachary Brown and Thomas Rollins as the t
Fast-Growing Indian Restaurant Chain to Open First Tennessee Location in Smyrna
Curry Up Now will debut in Tennessee with a new location opening in Smyrna. The opening expands the fast-casual chain into its sixth state. The restaurant will bring its Indian street food concept to Middle Tennessee, along with Mortar & Pestle, a full-service cocktail bar. Curry Up Now Brings Indian...
K-9 sniffs out drugs hidden in suitcase during Sumner County traffic stop
A traffic stop along Interstate 65 last month landed an Ohio man in a Middle Tennessee jail after bags full of drugs and cash were reportedly discovered in his trunk.
Murfreesboro Maple Street Biscuit Company Changing to Biscuit Belly in 2026
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Big changes are coming to a popular Rutherford County breakfast spot. Cracker Barrel is officially parting ways with the Maple Street Biscuit Company, setting up the Murfreesboro location to rebrand as a Biscuit Belly restaurant. Biscuit Belly acquired the fast-casual chain following Cracke
New Tennessee School Laws for 2026-27: What You Need to Know
As your family settles back into upcoming school routines, it’s a good time to brush up on a few new laws that could affect your child’s school day. From classroom technology and reading support to lessons on American history, several new Tennessee school laws are taking effect this school year in public and charter sc
What It Means When a Wild Rabbit Won’t Leave Your Yard in Tennessee
Your backyard seems to have gained a regular visitor. Nearly every morning, the same wild rabbit appears beneath a flowering dogwood, pauses to nibble clover growing through the lawn, and then quietly disappears into a row of shrubs. By evening, it often returns along the same path, repeating a routine that makes it se

















