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The Sycamore To Become "Only A Memory" in November

Sep 14, 2024 at 05:54 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - After extensive efforts to preserve the sycamore tree that stands at the southeast corner at the Rutherford County Historic Courthouse, it is scheduled to b.... Read More

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Middle Tennessee Launches College Advancement Program

Sep 13, 2024 at 12:27 pm by WGNS News

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Middle Tennessee (BBBSMT) is proud to announce the launch of the College Advancement Program (CAP), a first-of-its-kind program for.... Read More

Kittrell Elementary School, State Farm Team Up For Fire Prevention Week

Sep 13, 2024 at 12:21 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Kittrell Elementary School in Readyville is teaming up with State Farm® and the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) to.... Read More

Some Developers Building Neighborhoods Barely Outside of Murfreesboro City Limits to Avoid Variety of Regulations

Sep 13, 2024 at 12:20 pm by WGNS News

 Listen to the entire interview with Murfreesboro Mayor Shane McFarland by clicking the PLAY above.  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Growth seems to be a news item that som.... Read More

Husband and Wife Each Accused of Theft Valued at Over $250,000

Sep 12, 2024 at 02:36 pm by WGNS News

MANCHESTER, TN - An investigation by TBI special agents into theft from a Manchester construction company has resulted in the indictment and arrest of a Coffee County husband.... Read More

Tips Lead To Arrest of Nashville Man On Multiple Aggravated Sexual Exploitation Charges

Sep 12, 2024 at 01:26 pm by WGNS News

In Nashville, an investigation by detectives from the Metro Nashville Police Department's Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Unit led to last night’s arrest of Alej.... Read More

Small Businessman, Civil Engineer Jerome Dempsey Announces Candidacy for Smyrna Town Councilman

Sep 11, 2024 at 08:08 pm by WGNS News

Smyrna, TN— Smyrna businessman and Civil Engineer (retired) Jerome Dempsey announced today that he will seek the position of Town Councilman in the upcoming Novembe.... Read More
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🔊 9/11 Remembrances in Rutherford County

Sep 11, 2024 at 03:37 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - “Unsung heroes” worked inside the burning Pentagon building to maintain critical communications after the 9-11 terrorists’ attacks Se.... Read More

Tullahoma Economic Development Receives Excellence in Economic Development Award

Sep 11, 2024 at 11:51 am by WGNS News

TULLAHOMA, TN - Sitting about 45-minutes southeast of Murfreesboro and straddling both Coffee and Franklin Counties, is a city known for their high tech advancements in ae.... Read More

MTSU Fall Enrollment Up 1.7% Despite FAFSA Challenges

Sep 10, 2024 at 07:14 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Middle Tennessee State University boasts a second consecutive year of enrollment growth, recording a 1.7% year-over-year increase this fall, P.... Read More

Light Up the Night for Child Abuse Victims!

Sep 10, 2024 at 07:11 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Guests wore white attire, danced under the stars, mixed and mingled, played casino games, and enjoyed a beautiful summer evening with friends that bene.... Read More

Red Cross Calls for Shelter Volunteers as Storms Pass Through Southeast

Sep 10, 2024 at 03:16 pm by WGNS News

A blood drive this week on the MTSU campus will help with the increased need of blood supplies in area hospitals for emergency use. This is especially true with Tropical Storm.... Read More

Average Gas Prices in Rutherford County on Monday were $2.69 Per Gallon

Sep 09, 2024 at 09:00 pm by WGNS News

Tennessee gas prices continued to decline over last week, falling nine cents on average. Tennessee also moved to the third least expensive market in the country. The .... Read More

Murfreesboro Firefighters Save Calico Kitten from 10-Foot-Deep Storm Drain – Cat May Bring New Owner Good Luck

Sep 09, 2024 at 12:13 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN – The Murfreesboro Fire & Rescue Department (MFRD) added another heartwarming chapter to their service record over the past weekend. Firefighters wi.... Read More

I'm Undecided Now, What Am I Gonna Do? Too Many Choices?

Sep 08, 2024 at 03:15 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN – Magically, as the weather cools slightly—we’re suddenly blessed with a gazillion choices of fun events to attend!  The week ahead off.... Read More

Happy 40th Birthday LEADERSHIP RUTHERFORD!

Sep 07, 2024 at 10:53 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN – Vince Lombardi said, “Leaders aren’t born, they are made”! When you look at graduates from 40-years of LEADERSHIP RUTHERFORD CLASSES.... Read More

Construction of the new Murfreesboro Transit Center is progressing well!

Sep 07, 2024 at 08:17 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN – The $17.1 million transit center that the City of Murfreesboro is constructing near the corner of the New Salem Highway and Bridge Avenue is coming al.... Read More

Tourism In Rutherford County Generated $772,865,400 In Visitor Spending In 2023

Sep 06, 2024 at 10:46 pm by WGNS News

  Rutherford County, Tenn. – Visitors to Rutherford County generated $772,865,400 in spending in 2023, a 3.78% increase from 2022, according to newly released data.... Read More

La Vergne Prepares for Annual Fall Festival on September 14

Sep 06, 2024 at 11:36 am by WGNS News

La Vergne, Tenn. - The La Vergne Fall Festival, a free music and vendor event, is scheduled for September 14, 2024 with a special Cruise-In on September 13 to kick-off th.... Read More

TwelveStone Health Partners Sells Long-Term Care and MEDIpack service

Sep 05, 2024 at 02:02 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - Middle Tennessee Pharmacy Services, a member of Guardian Pharmacy Services, one of the nation’s largest and most innovative long-term care p.... Read More