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TN Board of Regents to Hold Special Called Meeting Nov. 12.

Nov 07, 2024 at 12:12 pm by WGNS News

The Tennessee Board of Regents will hold a special called meeting Tuesday, Nov. 12, to consider institutional compensation proposals for 10 colleges and faculty emeritus desig.... Read More

Rockvale Rallies for Hurricane Helene Victims: School and Community Join Forces for Relief

Nov 07, 2024 at 12:04 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Jennie Griffin learned about Hurricane Helene devastation on East Tennessee residents from her son, Tennessee Highway Patrol Trooper Tyler Griffin who.... Read More
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⏩ Nine-Car Collision Halts Traffic on Broad Street, Five Injured in Murfreesboro

Nov 07, 2024 at 11:44 am by WGNS News

  MURFREESBORO, TN - On Thursday morning, a nine-vehicle accident on SE Broad Street at South Church Street in Murfreesboro caused a major traffic disruption and le.... Read More

Sharing Warmth: Barnabas Vision Distributes Free Winter Coats for Those in Need this Friday

Nov 07, 2024 at 10:00 am by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN – In a touching display of unity and compassion, Murfreesboro residents have once again rallied around Barnabas Vision, a local non-profit, donating win.... Read More

REMINDER: Main Street Murfreesboro - Downtown After 5 and The Boro Art Crawl

Nov 06, 2024 at 09:56 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Main Street Murfreesboro is hosting “Downtown After 5” on Friday, November 8, from 5:00-8:00 PM.  This event features the small brick-and-m.... Read More

MTSU Board of Trustees to Hold November 12 Committee Meetings

Nov 06, 2024 at 09:49 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — The Middle Tennessee State University Board of Trustees will hold committee meetings on Tuesday, Nov. 12, in the Miller Education Center,.... Read More

Cybertip Leads to Arrest of Child Exploitation Suspect

Nov 06, 2024 at 09:44 pm by WGNS News

LAWRENCE COUNTY – Southwest of Murfreesboro in Lawrence County, Tennessee, an investigation by special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation Internet Crimes.... Read More

Pro-Life Candidates Sweep Tennessee Elections, Defeating Planned Parenthood-Endorsed Opponents

Nov 06, 2024 at 09:15 pm by WGNS News

The Tennessee Right to Life Political Action Committee and pro-life Tennesseans report they are celebrating the outcome of Tuesday’s elections.  Roger Kane, Presid.... Read More

Murfreesboro Navy Sailor Helps Strengthen International Ties with Music in Malaysia

Nov 06, 2024 at 08:36 pm by WGNS News

Lumut, Malaysia – U.S. Navy Musician 2nd Class Jesse Chaves, hailing from Murfreesboro, Tennessee, recently took the stage in Lumut, Malaysia. While showcasing his talen.... Read More

17th Annual Cookin’ To Build Raises over $81,000 for Local Habitat for Humanity

Nov 06, 2024 at 08:12 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN – It was a perfect weather day for Rutherford County Area Habitat for Humanity’s annual Cookin’ To Build event held on the historic Murfrees.... Read More
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Rutherford County says goodbye to a 175-year old historian.

Nov 06, 2024 at 03:35 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - A 176-year span of time ended on the east side of the Rutherford County Courthouse shortly before 10:00AM Wednesday (11/6/2024) morning. County Mayor Joe Ca.... Read More

Donald Trump to be Sworn in Again: First Republican with Non-Consecutive Terms

Nov 06, 2024 at 10:57 am by WGNS News

WASHINGTON, DC - In a historic twist of American politics, Donald J. Trump is set to be sworn in as the 47th President of the United States following his victory in the Novemb.... Read More
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Republicans Sweep Local Elections; Close Races and Key Referendums Highlight Election Night Results

Nov 05, 2024 at 09:24 pm by Producer

In a strong showing for Republicans, all state House incumbents were successfully returned to office in the latest round of local elections. Among the tightest races, Republic.... Read More

Rutherford County Opens School Choice Enrollment for 2025 this December with Options for District Students

Nov 05, 2024 at 04:38 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - As Rutherford County’s population continues to grow, so do opportunities within its school system… Currently, more than 51,000 students ar.... Read More
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Extremely Loud Rutherford County Schools’ Education Day Crowd Makes MTSU Murphy Center Rock

Nov 05, 2024 at 03:32 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Collectively, they were extremely loud for 40 minutes of college basketball regulation time — or nearly two hours counting all the timeouts,.... Read More

Rutherford County Commissioner Pushes for Redirecting Proposed Forensics Center funds to Support First Responders

Nov 05, 2024 at 11:21 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Over the past five years, there has been considerable discussion surrounding a proposed Rutherford County Forensics Center, which has repeatedly failed.... Read More

Murfreesboro Man Charged After Three-Vehicle Crash on I-24 Leaves Passenger Critically Injured

Nov 05, 2024 at 09:52 am by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, TN - A Murfreesboro man is facing criminal charges following a three-vehicle collision on I-24 East near the Bell Road exit Sunday morning, which critically injured.... Read More

UPDATE: Columbia, TN Man Arrested in Plot to Attack Nashville Power Grid with Explosive Drone

Nov 05, 2024 at 09:22 am by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, TN - In a high-stakes operation, federal agents have arrested Skyler Philippi, 24, of Columbia, Tennessee, charging him with attempting to use a weapon of mass dest.... Read More

Google’s AI Revolution: How Past Practices Shape Today’s Information

Nov 04, 2024 at 08:11 pm by WGNS News

Reflecting on Shakespeare's phrase, "The past is prologue," this analysis explores how Google’s integration of artificial intelligence may reshape information access and.... Read More

November 5th Election Results on WGNS Radio, WGNSRadio.com & Big G TV

Nov 04, 2024 at 05:54 pm by WGNS

We have local, state and national races covered, including the "Race for the White House." CBS News will have anchored coverage with Steve Kathan, and locally Bryan Barre.... Read More