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4th Annual Express Yourself Arts Conference October 26th

Aug 15, 2011 at 09:42 pm by bryan

This fall, aspiring artists, writers, actors, and creative-minded teens will once again have a chance to come together and meet with some industry professionals right here.... Read More

Highway Patrol Looking For Troopers

Aug 15, 2011 at 09:38 pm by bryan

The Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) announced that it is aggressively seeking men and women who are interested in careers in law enforcement for a new Trooper Cadet Class slate.... Read More

Historical Society Gives History of Tennessee Pots

Aug 15, 2011 at 09:24 pm by bryan

The Rutherford County Historical Society held its regular monthly meeting in the County Archives Building at 7:00 o'clock Monday night, August 15th. State Archaeologist Dr. Sa.... Read More

Murfreesboro Noon Rotary Continues Support of Red Cross

Aug 15, 2011 at 03:02 pm by bryan

The Murfreesboro Rotary Club continues its support of the local Red Cross. They presented the Heart of Tennessee Chapter with a check for $5,000. The club meets every Tue.... Read More

Victim has Wallet Stolen in Hold Up

Aug 15, 2011 at 01:53 pm by bryan

One of two men walking down Rutherford Blvd. were robbed on Sunday morning. The robbery occurred around 1-AM. The two men told police that a black male with dreads and a t-shi.... Read More

Woman Out $1,036 After Being Scammed

Aug 15, 2011 at 01:10 pm by bryan

A company called Trustway Solutions allegedly took a Murfreesboro womans money after promising her a loan. That news according to a police report dated August the 13th. T.... Read More

Adult Activity Center 35th Anniversary Celebration

Aug 15, 2011 at 12:59 pm by bryan

The Rutherford County Adult Activity Center will celebrate their 35th anniversary coming up Thursday. Vicki Baldwin tells WGNS News they'll also have a silent auction and unve.... Read More

Man Allegedly Threatens to Behead Neighbors Dog

Aug 15, 2011 at 12:33 pm by bryan

A homeowner near Rucker Lane has been arrested for allegedly threatening to cut the head off of a dog. The incident reportedly occurred in a neighbor’s driveway and the.... Read More

Beware of School Zones in Murfreesboro

Aug 15, 2011 at 12:17 pm by bryan

As school begins this August, the Murfreesboro Police Department is reminding motorists to pay attention in school zones. In order to protect both children and adults around.... Read More

Dr. Karen Ward Interim Director MTSU's Nursing School

Aug 15, 2011 at 11:34 am by bryan

Dr. Karen Ward is now at the helm of the MTSU School of Nursing, replacing Dr. Lynn Parsons, who stepped down to return to full-time instruction. Dr. Ward said, “.... Read More

Deadline this Thursday for next Chamber POWER LUNCH

Aug 15, 2011 at 11:06 am by bryan

The Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce is having another one of its popular POWER LUNCHES. At 11:30 Wednesday morning, August 24th, the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel's ballroo.... Read More

Arrested After Leaving Scene of Burglary

Aug 15, 2011 at 10:14 am by bryan

33-Year old James Ricky Ashford, Jr. was arrested on aggravated burglary charges. Ashford was picked up after a burglary occurred on Benley Street. Ashford was spotted in his.... Read More

Man Arrested After Allegedly Eating Crack Rock

Aug 15, 2011 at 10:12 am by bryan

A 64-year old Murfreesboro man was arrested after allegedly eating a $10 crack rock. Ezakiel Smith was pulled over on South University Street this past weekend for having a br.... Read More

County Schools Offering "PARENT ACADEMY"

Aug 15, 2011 at 06:59 am by bryan

Out hats off to the Rutherford County School system. On Saturday morning, September 24th, a PARENT ACADEMY will be offered at three schools across the county. It will be from.... Read More

Crude Oil Price Falls, Decrease In Gasoline Demand

Aug 15, 2011 at 06:44 am by bryan

Crude oil prices fell even further this week as consumer confidence dropped to a 30-year low signaling a decrease in fuel demand. A Thomson Reuters/University of Michigan re.... Read More

Layoffs Start Monday at Borders Books Distribution Center in LaVergne

Aug 15, 2011 at 06:34 am by bryan

The layoffs at Borders Books Distribution Center in LaVergne have begun. The company is in the midst of a bankruptcy which means that 280-workers in LaVergne will soon be unem.... Read More

Enter 4th Annual Salvation Army Kettle Craft Fair

Aug 14, 2011 at 09:05 pm by bryan

The Murfreesboro Salvation Army is organizing its 4th Annual Red Kettle Craft Fair for September 24th, but entry applications must be in by September 1st. Katie Peachey told W.... Read More

Historical Society Meets 7PM Monday Night

Aug 14, 2011 at 08:50 pm by bryan

The Rutherford County Historical Society meets in the County Archives Building at 7:00 o'clock Monday night (8/15/2011). State Archaeologst Dr. Sam Smith gives a Power-Point p.... Read More

Tickets On Sale For Christmas Dinner Theatre In Woodbury

Aug 14, 2011 at 08:57 am by bryan

The Arts Center of Cannon County has kicked-off the Christmas season by making reservations available for this year's holiday dinner theatre. "Nunsense" runs Friday and Saturd.... Read More

Annual Red Cross Barn Party Tops Successful Year

Aug 13, 2011 at 08:49 pm by bryan

The annual Heart of Tennessee Red Barn Party helped to celebrate a banner year for the local Red Cross chapter. Womack Stables on Barfield Crescent Road rang with music from t.... Read More