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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

Early Voting in Rutherford County to End Thursday

Oct 30, 2024 at 02:30 pm by WGNS

Local residents have only until Thursday to take advantage of early voting opportunities in this year’s election. Officials are encouraging voters to make their voi.... Read More

Dirt Cheap "Store Closing" Sales Underway at Murfreesboro and Smyrna Locations

Oct 30, 2024 at 02:08 pm by WGNS

Dirt Cheap, the popular discount retailer known for its extreme value deals, has filed for bankruptcy and is set to close all locations, including stores in Murfreesboro and S.... Read More

18th Annual Celebrity Spelling Bee Set for Nov. 8th

Oct 30, 2024 at 01:56 pm by Danny Osborn

Read to Succeed is hosting its 18th annual Celebrity Spelling Bee on November 8th at The View at Fountains, where guests will enjoy dinner, drinks, and an exciting auction in.... Read More

UPDATE: MTSU to Reopen Wednesday Following Student Death; Vigil Planned and Campus Resources Extended

Oct 29, 2024 at 06:39 pm by WGNS

Following Monday's tragic death of a student in the library, MTSU will reopen to students and faculty on Wednesday (October 30). However, the James E. Walker Library will.... Read More

Stones River National Battlefield Changing to Winter Hours on Sunday

Oct 29, 2024 at 03:05 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO - Stones River National Battlefield will be changing to winter hours of operation starting on Sunday November 3, 2024. Winter hours will be in effect through.... Read More

Drought Conditions Persist in Rutherford County and Middle Tennessee

Oct 28, 2024 at 09:47 am by Rutherford Weather

October has been exceptionally dry with very little rainfall recorded. Most of Rutherford County is in a moderate drought according to the U.S. Drought Monitor. October is us.... Read More

Two Arrested Following Disturbance Near Murfreesboro Walmart

Oct 26, 2024 at 09:24 pm by WGNS News

  MURFREESBORO, TN – A situation escalated Saturday evening near the Walmart on S. Rutherford Boulevard, requiring the intervention of Murfreesboro Police. Authori.... Read More

UPDATE: Tragedy on I-840: Teen Killed in Multi-Vehicle Crash Near Murfreesboro

Oct 24, 2024 at 04:01 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – A devastating four-vehicle crash on Interstate 840 claimed the life of 16-year-old Kyler Matthew Gatica on October 12, 2024. The wreck occurred bet.... Read More

From “VIP Tasks” to Nephew Imposters: Local Law Enforcement Warn of Creative Scams

Oct 23, 2024 at 11:31 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - As part of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, the Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) is sounding the alarm on part-time job scams that are targeting loca.... Read More

Murfreesboro Emergency Communications 1 of Only 7 to Achieve “Agency Training Program Certification”

Oct 21, 2024 at 06:00 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. - Murfreesboro Emergency Communications (MEC) becomes only one of seven other dispatch centers in Tennessee to achieve the Agency Training Program Certif.... Read More

Online Car Purchase in Murfreesboro Turns Sour when South Carolina Woman Learns Her Porsche’s Mileage Was Falsified

Oct 07, 2024 at 07:35 pm by WGNS News

  MURFRESSBORO, Tenn. – After finding the perfect Sport Utility Vehicle in Murfreesboro, a South Carolina woman learned the hard way that not all deals on Fac.... Read More

Discipline issued for Oakland – Blackman football game fight

Oct 04, 2024 at 09:19 am by WGNS

Discipline has been handed down following the fight that broke out during the recent Oakland-Blackman football game. Both schools' athletic programs placed on probation f.... Read More

Good Neighbors Unite to Help Hurricane Helene Red Cross Relief Efforts

Oct 02, 2024 at 03:32 pm by WGNS

Good neighbors, those affected by Hurricane Helene urgently need you. A donation to the American Red Cross provides meals, shelter and hope. Join WGNS and Ole South, Tennessee.... Read More

The Salvation Army of Rutherford and Cannon County Angel Tree Registration Open

Oct 01, 2024 at 10:00 am by WGNS

(RUTHERFORD COUNTY) - The Salvation Army in Rutherford and Cannon counties will open for 2024 Angel Tree Registration for families with children 12 or younger on Tuesday, Octo.... Read More

Valerie Smith announced as new director of Water Resources Department

Sep 18, 2024 at 01:34 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – City Manager Darren Gore has approved the appointment of Assistant Murfreesboro Water Resources Director Valerie Smith to the promotion o.... Read More