Fire Damages Wat Amphawan Temple on Barfield Crescent Road
MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Rutherford County Fire Rescue responded just before 1:00 o'clock Friday afternoon (2/20/2026) to a fire at the Wat Amphawan of America Temple at 4880 Barfield Crescent Road. Crews arrived to find smoke drifting from the eaves and flames visible on the front porch. Firefighters moved quickly,...
Discover Unique Treasures at the Stones River Market in Murfreesboro
Mark your calendar for the Stones River Market, taking place inside Stones River Mall (1720 Old Fort Pkwy, Murfreesboro, TN 37129) on Saturday, February 28th, 2026.t. At this event, you can shop with over 60 vendors and enjoy food from the delicious food truck, Cedar Valley Kitchen. VENDOR APPLICATIONS ARE...
40 Rutherford County Schools buses out of service after contractor loses insurance
RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WZTV) — Some Rutherford County bus routes for are in limbo this week. A Rutherford County Schools bus contractor has lost their insurance coverage, the school system announced on Sunday, resulting in the grounding of approximately 40 buses until the issue is resolved. These buses will not be...
REPORT: Most counties in Tennessee have seen job loss since the COVID-19 pandemic
The University of Tennessee Boyd Center for Business and Economic Research has submitted their economic report to Gov. Bill Lee for 2026 — and they found job losses have increased since 2019.
“Howdy! The Minnie Pearl Story” Wins Top Tennessee History Book Award
NASHVILLE, TN (WGNS) - The Tennessee Historical Society and the Tennessee Historical Commission have announced that the 2025 Tennessee History Book Award will go to co‑authors Mary Ellen Pethel and Don Cusic for their new biography, Howdy! The Minnie Pearl Story, published by the University of Tennessee Press. The...
Schools closed or delayed in far East Tennessee because of snow
Far eastern Tennessee is under a winter weather advisory with "occasional snow showers through Monday night," according to the National Weather Service. Several schools are closed or will open on a delayed schedule. Accumulations of up to 4 inches are expected ‒ with even higher totals at the top of Great Smoky...
Tennessee Lakeside Restaurant Offering Incredible Food And Stunning Views This Spring
Spring in Tennessee has a way of pulling people outdoors, especially when good food comes with a wide-open water view. At Lakeside Tavern, the setting alone is enough to slow you down for a moment. Sunlight reflects off the lake, boats drift by in the distance, and the patio fills...
Police searching for missing 17-year-old in Tennessee
TENNESSEE — Detectives with the Sevier County Sheriff’s Office are searching for a missing 17-year-old from Sevierville. According to the sheriff’s office, Kaden Amos has been missing since Feb. 21. He was last seen in the area of Wears Valley Road in Pigeon Forge. Authorities describe Amos as a white male who is 5...
Resources Available for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Community to Prepare for Severe Weather
Individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing can access various resources to stay prepared for severe weather, according to officials. These options aim to ensure everyone receives timely alerts and information. A video explaining some of these resources is available at youtu.be/XcXwNN0yZJk, and includes American Sign...
Tenn. Lottery to launch ‘Millionaire For Life’ game
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The Tennessee Education Lottery will be joining 30 other lotteries in launching Millionaire For Life, a new drawing-style game with a daily chance to win $1 million a year for life. The new game features daily drawings with nine ways to win, including a second-tier prize...

















