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Drug Overdoses Continue, But Numbers See Slight Year-After-Year Decrease in Rutherford County

Apr 09, 2025 at 06:10 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Drug overdoses continue to be a common occurrence throughout Murfreesboro, though the numbers are not necessarily rising. Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Chief Mar.... Read More

Congress Introduces NO FAKES Act to Protect Voices and Likenesses from AI Misuse

Apr 09, 2025 at 06:01 pm by WGNS News

WASHINGTON, DC - After the proliferation of videos and soundbites circulating on social media worldwide, Congressional members are taking a stand against AI. Several members o.... Read More

MTSU’s Engineering Students Gear Up for 2025 NASA Human Exploration Rover Challenge

Apr 09, 2025 at 05:39 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — New student team members, new vehicle design and new vision and goals are part of the optimism as the Engineering Technology Experimental Vehicles.... Read More

Murfreesboro's "Not-So-Sneaky" Car Burglar Caught on Video—Can You Identify Him?

Apr 09, 2025 at 05:30 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN — Detectives with the Murfreesboro Police Department are hoping someone in the community can help identify a man who seems to think car doors are invita.... Read More

Gallagher Fest Returns to Downtown Murfreesboro with Music, Local Flavor, and Community Spirit

Apr 09, 2025 at 11:19 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN – After a successful debut in 2024, Gallagher Fest is set to return to downtown Murfreesboro on Saturday, May 17, 2025, offering a day-long celebration.... Read More

Murfreesboro Considers Digital Signs in Ordinance Change and More at Thursday Workshop

Apr 09, 2025 at 10:46 am by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, Tenn. - The Murfreesboro City Council will convene for a Regular Workshop meeting on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at 11:30 a.m. The session will take place in.... Read More

Police Seek Public’s Help in Identifying Suspects in Liquor Store Theft

Apr 08, 2025 at 09:28 pm by WGNS Radio News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Detectives with the Murfreesboro Police Department are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying two women accused of stealin.... Read More

From Struggle to Strength: The Impact of Barnabas Vision

Apr 08, 2025 at 08:43 pm by WGNS News

Join WGNS’ Scott Walker as he sits down with David Coggin, Executive Director of Barnabas Vision, and Chrisln Ledbetter, Director of Development and Donor Engagement, to.... Read More

TDOT’s $61.5 Million Old Fort Parkway Widening Set to Begin in 2031

Apr 08, 2025 at 05:42 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) has updated its 10-Year Project Plan, highlighting significant infrastructure enhancements for Mu.... Read More

From Cadets to Commanders: MTSU ROTC’s 75th Anniversary Highlights Decades of Leadership

Apr 08, 2025 at 04:56 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee State University’s Army ROTC program is celebrating 75 years of history this week… That was Retired Colonel Rick.... Read More

Cottages and Controversy: The Art of Thomas Kinkade in Todays Commentary

Apr 07, 2025 at 09:27 pm by WGNS News

A new documentary called Art for Everyone has restarted a debate about whether Thomas Kinkade's art is truly valuable. Kinkade was a very successful artist known for his color.... Read More

Adventures in Agriculture: A Family Day of Farming, Fun, and Giving Back

Apr 07, 2025 at 08:53 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - This Saturday, April 12, the Rutherford County Agriculture Community will host Adventures in Agriculture at the Lane Agri-Park in Murfreesboro. Or.... Read More

NEARING: Murfreesboro Gears Up for the Grand Opening of Trader Joe’s—Get Ready

Apr 07, 2025 at 07:12 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - After years of pleading, letter-writing, and road-tripping to Cool Springs, Green Hills, and anywhere with an Hawaiian theme as you enter the doors, Murfree.... Read More

Tennessee is Now the Third Least Expensive Market for Gas in the Nation

Apr 07, 2025 at 03:15 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Apparently, it pays to live in the Volunteer State—at least at the gas pump. Tennessee now boasts the third-lowest average fuel prices in the nat.... Read More

Welcome home beach bunnies, SCHOOL IS OPEN TOMORROW!

Apr 06, 2025 at 05:16 pm by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN - Did you have an exciting spring break adventure, or are you just bracing for the return to routine? Spring break is over, and it's time to swap s.... Read More

NATIONAL DONATE ORGAN MONTH: Learn About Being An Organ Donor

Apr 06, 2025 at 12:47 pm by WGNS

Did you know that April is National Donate Life Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the lifesaving impact of organ donation and the critical need for organ.... Read More

Severe Storms Leave Tennessee Communities Reeling; Recovery Efforts Underway

Apr 05, 2025 at 08:45 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - West and Middle Tennessee continue to grapple with the aftermath of this week’s relentless storms, bringing severe weather and widespread floodin.... Read More

From Cellphone Theft to Murder: Real Cases with Rutherford County Prosecutors on Today's Podcast

Apr 04, 2025 at 11:05 am by WGNS News

PODCAST: On this episode of The District Attorney's Show, host J. Paul Newman—retired Assistant District Attorney for Rutherford County—dives into the world of col.... Read More

Rutherford County Unemployment Rate Ties with Several Neighboring Counties

Apr 03, 2025 at 02:37 pm by WGNS News

TENNESSEE - More Tennesseans were on the job in February than the previous month as 88 of 95 counties reported a decline in their unemployment rates, the Tennessee Department.... Read More

BEWARE: Scams on Storm Repairs!

Apr 03, 2025 at 12:03 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - AAA is offering insurance advice and a word of caution for Tennessee residents who suffered damage from tornadoes, severe weather, and flooding events.... Read More