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Sex Trafficking in Tennessee

Oct 21, 2011 at 05:50 am by bryan

A program started Thursday for law enforcement and nonprofit groups to receive training from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation on human sex trafficking. Mark Gwyn, directo.... Read More

Large Turnout At Juvenile Justice Center's Open House

Oct 20, 2011 at 09:32 pm by bryan

  McGrath Family Honored The Thomas McGrath family was honored during the opening ceremony Thursday (10/20/2011) at the Rutherford County Juvenile Services Center (1710 S.... Read More

City School's Family Learning Center Builds Tomorrow's Leaders

Oct 20, 2011 at 09:13 pm by bryan

Members of the community toured the Franklin Heights Family Learning Center from 4:00 to 6:00 Thursday (10/20/2011) afternoon. (L-R above) City School Director Dr. Linda Gi.... Read More

City Candidates Can Pick Up Petitions

Oct 20, 2011 at 04:46 pm by bryan

Aspiring city leaders may begin picking up petitions Friday. Those considering a run for Murfreesboro city offices, which will be on the April ballot, must get enough signatur.... Read More

See Mustangs, Adopt Mustangs--At MTSU This Weekend!

Oct 20, 2011 at 02:24 pm by bryan

This Friday through Sunday there will be an “Extreme Mustang Makeover” at MTSU’s Tennessee Miller Coliseum to showcase the beauty and versatility of this rug.... Read More

Greenway At Medical Center Parkway CLOSED This Weekend

Oct 20, 2011 at 02:12 pm by bryan

A section of the Stones River Greenway under the Medical Center Parkway overpass, just south of the Manson Pike Trailhead, will be closed Friday through the weekend. Offi.... Read More

Driver Accelerates and Almost Strikes Deputy

Oct 20, 2011 at 01:26 pm by bryan

One Rutherford County deputy feared for his life when a driver allegedly accelerated toward him and missed striking his vehicle by a 1-foot distance Tuesday on Rock Springs Ro.... Read More

UPDATE: 1,300 New Jobs in Smyrna

Oct 20, 2011 at 12:41 pm by bryan

Construction on the new Nissan lithium-ion battery plant in Smyrna is continuing. Reports indicate the new Nissan LEAF will be produced at the new plant in late 2012. The new.... Read More

United Way Fundraising Update

Oct 20, 2011 at 12:21 pm by bryan

Your United Way is currently at $658,801.88, which is 22% of the $3 million fundraising goal! Check wgnsradio.com, keyword United Way for a list of events coming up to benefit.... Read More

We Knew The BEST Parks Are In The 'Boro, Obviously Others Agree!

Oct 20, 2011 at 11:39 am by bryan

This month the Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Department received 13 awards at the 2011 Tennessee Recreation and Parks Association (TRPA) Conference held in Paris, Tennesse.... Read More

R'ford Co. to Receive $430.45 Million in State Appropriations

Oct 20, 2011 at 10:40 am by bryan

State Senators Jim Tracy (R-Shelbyville) and Bill Ketron (R-Murfreesboro) announced Thursday (10/20/2011) that during the fiscal year 2011-2012 Rutherford County will receive.... Read More

Rutherford County Schools NOT CLOSING EARLY

Oct 20, 2011 at 09:34 am by bryan

Rutherford County Schools are not closing early as suggested by a Nashville television station. A text evidently went out suggesting they were closing, but they are not. WGNS.... Read More

Stolen Car Recovered at Publix

Oct 20, 2011 at 09:29 am by bryan

Murfreesboro Police found a stolen car on Thursday morning. The Chevy Impala was recovered in the Publix grocery store parking on Highway 96. When police found the car, the ke.... Read More

Democrats Want to Repeal Photo ID Law

Oct 20, 2011 at 08:50 am by bryan

Democrats in Tennessee are attempting to repeal the voter photo ID law that requires voters to show a valid ID before voting. The law was put forth by republican lawmakers. De.... Read More

BBB "Free Shred Service" 9AM-Noon Saturday @ Lowe's

Oct 20, 2011 at 07:08 am by bryan

As the Better Business Bureau celebrates its golden anniversary, they have a gift to help protect you from identity theft. From 9:00 to noon this Saturday morning (10/22/2011).... Read More

UPDATE: Amazon.com Still Looking at Murfreesboro

Oct 20, 2011 at 06:26 am by bryan

The City of Murfreesboro Planning Commission will likely approve site plans for Amazon.com. The proposed site for the company lies on 87-acres on the Joe B. Jackson Parkway. T.... Read More

Food Bank Open to Low Income on Friday

Oct 20, 2011 at 06:12 am by bryan

Greenhouse Ministries will host a mobile food pantry on Friday for low income residents in Rutherford County. The event will be at the Greenhouse Ministries office at 309 Sout.... Read More

Jewelry Store Robbery

Oct 20, 2011 at 06:06 am by bryan

A man who robbed a jewelry store in Smyrna got more than he bargained for. WGNS’ Ron Jordon has the story. 

Toot's "Wings & Rings" Raises $400 For Special Olympics

Oct 19, 2011 at 09:17 pm by bryan

Billy McCrary, Toot's director of operations, presents a $400 check for Special Olympics' "Wings and Rings" event Tuesday at their Smyrna restaurant. (L-R photo ID)  Spec.... Read More

"Lifestyle Change" nomination sought for Heart Walk

Oct 19, 2011 at 09:12 pm by bryan

The American Heart Association, in partnership with Murfreesboro Medical Clinic, is now seeking nominations for the annual Lifestyle Change Awards celebrated at the Rutherford.... Read More