Rain could spoil Halloween plans for trick or treaters in Middle Tennessee
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — If you have plans to head out for trick-or-treating on Saturday, be prepared for the possibility of rain. Middle Tennessee has seen weeks of dry weather with warmer-than-usual temperatures, but things are about to shift as November gets closer. Sunshine and dry skies are expected...
Rutherford County Traffic Safety Task Force Hosts Free Trunk or Treat in Murfreesboro
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Local first responders are teaming up to offer Rutherford County families a safe Halloween celebration paired with vital road safety guidance. The Rutherford County Traffic Safety Task Force hosts its free, drive-through Trunk or Treat event on Tuesday (October 27th). Festivities begin at 5 p.m. on Samsonite Boulevard near the Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) Driver Services Center in Murfreesboro.
Murfreesboro Nonprofit Kymari House Searches for New Facility Before Year-End Deadline
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Kymari House is asking Rutherford County residents for help finding a new facility after receiving notice to vacate its downtown home by December 31st. The nonprofit has operated out of 308 North Spring Street for 12 years. Its landlord recently issued notice that the organization must...
After prison, Hixson boxing coach finds purpose in helping kids go the distance
HIXSON, Tenn. — A Hixson man is using his fighting skills to keep young athletes on the right track. Joseph “2FAST” Francisco learned to fight in the boxing ring. After prison, he found a reason to keep fighting outside it: helping young athletes make better choices. Francisco...
Manchester’s Safe on the Square Returns Friday for Halloween Fun
Manchester’s annual Safe on the Square event returns this Friday, October 30, offering families an afternoon of Halloween fun in downtown Manchester. The Manchester Fire Department is organizing the event, which will take place from 3 to 5 p.m. around the downtown square. Local businesses and participating vendors will...
Tennessee sues former candidates for $30K+ unpaid fines
To run for office, candidates in Tennessee must file timely statements finance disclosures with the state.
First Call Rutherford County Halloween Forecast: Warm Temps with Evening Rain Chances
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (RUTHERFORD WEATHER) - Rutherford County residents preparing for Halloween festivities will experience warm daytime temperatures alongside a growing threat of evening rain this weekend. Rutherford Weather's Bryan Barrett has your first look at the upcoming weekend. Festivities kick off on Friday (October 30th), which features a busy slate...
TDOC confirms convicted murderer escaped from prison, still at large
JACKSON, Tenn. (WBBJ) - Tennessee Department of Correction inmate Jacob Morley escaped custody from the Northwest Correctional Complex on October 25, 2026. Morley is serving a life sentence for a conviction in Carter County for first-degree murder, as well as aggravated burglary, tampering with evidence, evading arrest, and vandalism. Morley...
Hell’s Kitchen Winner Alex Belew Opens Chinwag in Murfreesboro
Chinwag, the new restaurant concept created by Murfreesboro native chef Alex Belew, and Nashville pit-master and restaurateur Shane Nasby, officially opened on October 22. Lunch service will be starting on November 3, 2026. Already more than 1,300 reservations have been received, quickly filling tables in the first two weeks of...
Rain or Shine: Tree Pickup Day at MTSU’s Greenland Dr. Livestock Center
MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - If you ordered one or more trees through the Plant a Bigger Tree for Tennessee program, this Monday (10/26/2026) is the day to collect your order. Tree distribution will take place at the small barn next to Middle Tennessee State University's Tennessee Livestock Center, located at 1720 Greenland Drive. Pickup hours are from 2:00 until 6:00 p.m., and organizers say the event will be held rain or shine.
