Rutherford County

DUI / Sobriety Checkpoint Set for Jan. 24 in Murfreesboro

Jan 22, 2025 at 11:30 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - The Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) has announced a sobriety checkpoint scheduled for Friday, January 24, between 10 p.m. and midnight. This initiative.... Read More

Mortgage-Free Landscape for Residents 64 and Younger: Who's Paying Off Their Homes in Murfreesboro and Beyond?

Jan 22, 2025 at 10:41 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN -Amid rising mortgage rates and increased financial pressure on American households, one subset of homeowners stands out: those who have fully paid off t.... Read More

Brrr-acing for the Cold: How to Protect Your Home this Winter

Jan 22, 2025 at 02:27 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - While the temperatures may be going back up, they will likely plunge into the teens and single digits again this month and next. That said, don't forge.... Read More
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Firefighters Respond to Winding Branch Drive Garage Fire

Jan 22, 2025 at 10:27 am by WGNS News

A residential fire that occurred on Tuesday afternoon in Rutherford County is under routine investigation. The blaze took place at a home in the 1100 block of Winding Branch D.... Read More

Libraries in Transition: Video Resources, 3D Printing, Bluey the Dog and Live Music Over the Next 2 Saturdays in Rutherford County

Jan 21, 2025 at 08:02 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Libraries are evolving with the times, enhancing both productivity and enjoyment depending on your needs. From traditional books to 3D printers and GoP.... Read More

State Rep. Bryan Terry Named Chairman of House Health Committee

Jan 21, 2025 at 09:27 am by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – State Rep. Bryan Terry, MD, R-Murfreesboro, has been appointed by House Speaker Cameron Sexton, R-Crossville, to serve as cha.... Read More

RC Historical Society Cancelled Tonight!

Jan 20, 2025 at 03:14 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - Tonight's Rutherford County Historical Society Meeting has been cancelled due to the extremely cold weather. Temperatures are forecast to be 16-degrees when.... Read More

Scammer’s Attempt to Expose Rutherford County Residents of Their Internet Habits Misses the Mark

Jan 20, 2025 at 03:08 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - In a shocking turn of events sure to make your popcorn-loving Internet habit feel even more thrilling, a Rutherford County resident received an email f.... Read More

Official Lineup: Smyrna's Stewarts Creek High School Band First High School Band in Lineup During Inaugural Parade (Video Stream)

Jan 20, 2025 at 11:45 am by WGNS News

  Trump Vance Inaugural Committee Announces Presidential Parade Participants (See the full press release below): WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Trump Vance Inaugural Co.... Read More

▶️ UPDATE: Stewarts Creek High band reinstated to perform at Inauguration

Jan 20, 2025 at 10:17 am by WGNS

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Stewarts Creek High School band has learned they will perform at the Presidential Inauguration event today in Washington D.C. Principal Dr. Clark Harrel.... Read More

Small Changes for a Healthier Future: Insights from Sunshine Nutrition

Jan 20, 2025 at 05:00 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN – We are nearing the second month of a New Year and it’s not too late to start establishing a new way of eating and taking care of yourself!.... Read More

TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center in Smyrna Achieves Top 5% Ranking

Jan 17, 2025 at 04:05 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, TN — TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center has announced that it has been named a 2024 Human Experience (HX) Guardian of Excellence Award winner by Press Ganey..... Read More
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Arrest Made in Ocala Road Structure Fire: Reckless Burning Charges Filed

Jan 15, 2025 at 02:24 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - The Rutherford County Fire Marshal’s Office (RCFMO) Investigators have charged Tiffany Johnson, 26, of Gallatin, with reckless burning in connect.... Read More

87-Year-Old-Husband Charged With Reckless Homicide

Jan 14, 2025 at 07:55 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN – A man living in the Blackman Community on Dundee Court has been arrested and charged with reckless homicide, according to Ruther.... Read More

Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Celebrates Milestone 500th Cardiac Surgery

Jan 14, 2025 at 07:28 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn., - This January,  Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford announced it had completed its 500th cardiac surgery case. “We are always proud of the serv.... Read More

Murfreesboro Rental Prices Surge: A Deep Dive into Housing Trends

Jan 14, 2025 at 07:11 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, TN - Despite a backdrop of low unemployment rates, easing inflation, and a strong stock market, many Americans are grappling with the pressures of rising living.... Read More

THP and Traffic Task Force to Target Impaired Drivers This Friday

Jan 13, 2025 at 04:37 pm by WGNS Radio News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY,  TN, - The Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) will conduct a sobriety checkpoint on Friday, Jan. 24, along Rutherford Boulevard between Broad Street and Ch.... Read More

Driver Escapes Injury After Skidding Off Icy Woodfin Road

Jan 13, 2025 at 12:13 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - A driver narrowly escaped injury after slipping off Woodfin Road near Christiana due to thick ice on Sunday night, according to the Rutherford County S.... Read More

Ascend Federal Credit Union Donates More Than $48,000 to Second Harvest Food Bank

Jan 13, 2025 at 12:03 pm by WGNS News

Ascend Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union in Middle Tennessee with branches in Rutherford County, announced today that it has donated $48,848 to Second Harvest Foo.... Read More

Kentucky Men Plead Guilty to Second-Degree Murder in Murfreesboro Case

Jan 13, 2025 at 11:40 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - UPDATE - Two men from Kentucky have pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in connection with the 2020 killing of Erick Bixler in Murfreesboro, TN. Chr.... Read More