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Old Farmer's Almanac: Warm, Wet Winter with Cold Snaps & Snow Chances

Nov 20, 2024 at 04:39 pm by Danny Osborn

The Old Farmer’s Almanac reveals the complete forecast for the upcoming winter. Managing Editor Sarah Perreault says this winter in Tennessee will be warmer than la.... Read More

🔊 UT Extension Shares Grocery Store Survey Results and Tips for Greater Savings

Nov 20, 2024 at 07:30 am by WGNS

KNOXVILLE, TN - As Tennesseans begin to for Thanksgiving, many may be wondering how this year’s feast will impact their budget. Access Tennessee's Will Nunley.... Read More
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Traffic Resumes on NW Broad near Singer Road After Motorhome Incident

Nov 19, 2024 at 03:42 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, TN - All lanes of traffic on NW Broad near Singer Road have reopened following a motorhome incident around noon Tuesday. Murfreesboro Police report the vehicle,.... Read More

RCSO & Toot's Partner for Shop with the Sheriff

Nov 19, 2024 at 02:45 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, TN - More than 35 Rutherford County school students will experience a merrier Christmas, thanks to Toot’s restaurants and their dinersSheriff’s schoo.... Read More

Re-Entry Program Participants at Rutherford County Adult Detention Center OSHA Training

Nov 19, 2024 at 09:25 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, TN - Twenty-three Re-Entry Program participants at the Rutherford County Adult Detention Center received a 10-hour OSHA training provided by the Tennessee Colleg.... Read More

Rutherford County Schools Address Smartphone Issues on Buses

Nov 19, 2024 at 07:31 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, TN - Rutherford County Schools is requesting parents’ cooperation in addressing concerns about smartphones left on school buses. According to a statement i.... Read More

Rutherford County Braces for First Freeze of the Season

Nov 19, 2024 at 07:30 am by Rutherford Weather

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - After an unseasonably warm fall, temperatures in Rutherford County and across Middle Tennessee are expected to plunge this week, marking the region&rsq.... Read More

Dillard’s in Murfreesboro to Close Permanently by January 2025

Nov 19, 2024 at 07:28 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, TN – The Dillard’s store at Stones River Town Centre will permanently close early next year. A letter was sent to Murfreesboro Mayor Shane McFarland.... Read More

Record number of Rutherford Co. Schools earn Level 5 rank

Nov 18, 2024 at 04:20 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, TN - Thirty-two Rutherford County schools — or two-thirds of the 48 tested schools — have earned the highest score possible for student academic.... Read More

Murfreesboro Police Refute Human Trafficking Claims in Viral Social Media Post

Nov 18, 2024 at 03:55 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, TN — The Murfreesboro Police Department has issued a public clarification following the spread of a viral video on a local Facebook group, where residents.... Read More

Barnabas Vision Hosts Annual Coat Giveaway to Warm Hearts and Homes

Nov 18, 2024 at 03:44 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, TN - This winter, Barnabas Vision is helping the community stay warm through its first Coat Giveaway. The event is part of the organization’s broader.... Read More

Commentary: Journalism Ethics

Nov 18, 2024 at 09:21 am by bryan

I made what for me was a startling discovery the other day involving journalism ethics. I was at a lunch attended by a number of journalists and non-journalists. One of the r.... Read More

Murfreesboro Woman Charged with Vehicular Homicide in Fatal Wrong-Way DUI Crash

Nov 08, 2024 at 03:31 pm by Chandelar Williams

Murfeesboro, Tenn. — November 8, 2024 — A woman has been charged with vehicular homicide following a wrong-way DUI crash that claimed the life of a 28-year-ol.... Read More

Oakland's Tutt Tennessee Titans Mr. Football Semifinalist

Nov 07, 2024 at 04:28 pm by WGNS

Craig Tutt from Oakland High School has been named a local semifinalist for the 2024 Tennessee Titans Mr. Football Awards, highlighting his exceptional performance during the.... 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

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

Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department Joins Rutherford County Trunk or Treat to Promote Safety

Oct 31, 2024 at 01:46 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN – The Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department (MFRD), led by Fire Chief Mark McCluskey, recently took part in the Rutherford County Traffic Safety Task Forc.... Read More

MTSU’s Daniels Center Staff Emphasize Mental Health Resources Following Student Loss

Oct 31, 2024 at 01:42 pm by Danny Osborn

In light of the recent loss of an MTSU student by suicide, staff from MTSU’s Charlie and Hazel Daniels Veterans and Military Family Center are speaking up about the impo.... Read More

MTSU Community Honors Serenity Birdsong in Heartfelt Vigil Following Tragic Loss

Oct 31, 2024 at 06:15 am by WGNS

Middle Tennessee State University students, faculty, and staff gathered on Wednesday evening for an emotional vigil honoring the life of Serenity Birdsong, a student who tragi.... Read More

Siegel High School Hosts Annual “Track or Treat” Event on Football Field

Oct 30, 2024 at 02:39 pm by WGNS

Siegel High School’s annual "Track or Treat" is set to bring Halloween excitement to the community with a night of family-friendly fun on the school’s football fie.... Read More