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Open Burning in Rutherford County Requires Permit: October 15-May 15

Oct 14, 2021 at 10:48 am by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN— (October 14, 2021) Rutherford County Fire Rescue (RCFR) reminds the community that beginning October 15, a permit from the State will be required.... Read More

McFadden tops U.S. News’ first-ever statewide evaluation of elementary, middle schools

Oct 14, 2021 at 10:26 am by WGNS

Dr. Clark Blair was scrolling through his Twitter feed Monday morning when he saw a Tweet from U.S. News & World Report.The message contained a link announcing their.... Read More

Trick-or-Treaters to be out in full force this Halloween, but trick-or-treating on the historic square is CANCELLED

Oct 13, 2021 at 05:32 pm by WGNS

This Halloween season brings with it a hint of COVID-19, as parents remind their young ghosts and goblins to social distant themselves from others. That said, the annual can.... Read More

Annual Center for the Arts Backstage Bash is This Saturday

Oct 13, 2021 at 02:49 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, Tenn. – Local non-profit Center for the Arts is hosting their annual Backstage Bash this Saturday (October 16, 2021) night. Executive Director Pa.... Read More

THEFT: Police Ask for Help in Identifying the Man Behind the Tiller

Oct 13, 2021 at 12:06 pm by WGNS

  Murfreesboro Police are investigating a case involving a stolen tiller. Property Crimes Detectives report the theft occurred behind a business in the 500 block of West.... Read More

Newly hired Rutherford County Schools’ general counsel graduated from LaVergne High, Middle Tennessee State University; after fleeing Poland with parents, family during communism in 1980s

Oct 12, 2021 at 08:30 pm by WGNS

“I have an interesting story.”The statement itself was not all that interesting, but what came next was attention grabbing and, perhaps, a bit thought-provoking.Ea.... Read More

Harley Owners host fundraiser for Sheriff's horses Sunday

Oct 11, 2021 at 11:15 am by WGNS

“Ride Your Steel Horses to Meet the Patrol Horses” will raise funds for the Sheriff’s Mounted Patrol Unit by Harley Davidson motorcyclists Sunday, Oct. 17 at.... Read More

Gas Prices this Week in Tennessee

Oct 11, 2021 at 09:21 am by WGNS

Tennessee gas prices have risen 12.0 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $2.99/g today, according to GasBuddy's daily survey of 3,821 stations in Tennessee. Gas price.... Read More

Rutherford County Sheriff's Deputy Fired

Oct 08, 2021 at 11:57 am by WGNS

A Rutherford County Sheriff’s Deputy is out of a job, due to a conduct violation.Sheriff’s spokesperson Lisa Marchesoni told WGNS NEWS, “The Sheriff’s.... Read More

Atmos Energy helps local organization that focuses on senior citizens that lack family in the area

Oct 08, 2021 at 08:00 am by WGNS

Helping senior citizens is what the SCAN organization focuses on in Rutherford County and Sheriff Mike Fitzhugh is thankful for the Atmos Energy donation. Sheriff Fitzhugh r.... Read More

Murfreesboro Police ask for help identifying subject

Oct 08, 2021 at 06:00 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro Police are attempting to identify an unknown subject who was caught on camera leaving a local gas station after allegedly shoplifting. The incident was reported a.... Read More

2-Nights of Halloween Events: Zombie Night and Goblins and Goodies in LaVergne

Oct 07, 2021 at 03:08 pm by WGNS

(La Vergne, Tenn.) Two big Halloween events are scheduled for October in La Vergne, Zombie Night at the Park and Goblins and Goodies at the park.Zombie Night at the.... Read More

Rutherford County Health Department and Partners Open Additional COVID-19 Testing Site on North End of County

Oct 07, 2021 at 02:48 pm by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN—(October 7, 2021) Rutherford County Health Department (RCHD), City of La Vergne, and CH Consulting Solutions are partnering to offer COVID-19 testi.... Read More

Local Hospital Shares Tips for Saturday's Middle Half Marathon Prep

Oct 07, 2021 at 11:30 am by WGNS

The 13th annual Middle Half Marathon is on Saturday and this year’s race will be on a slightly different course. Officials told WGNS NEWS the race will start in front of.... Read More

Rutherford County EMS of the Year Honored by The Exchange Club of Murfreesboro

Oct 07, 2021 at 10:52 am by WGNS

Alice Swinford, Paramedic, was honored by The Exchange Club of Murfreesboro on Wednesday October 6, 2021 as the Rutherford County EMS of the year at a special luncheon at Thro.... Read More

Rep. Mike Sparks, Comptroller’s Office continue partnership to address textbook affordability

Oct 06, 2021 at 03:04 pm by WGNS

State Rep. Mike Sparks (R-Smyrna) continues to support the Tennessee Comptroller’s Office in addressing textbook affordability for Tennesseans pursuing degrees in h.... Read More

Debris Burn Permits Required Beginning Oct. 15

Oct 06, 2021 at 11:30 am by WGNS

National Fire Prevention Week is observed this week to educate citizens about fire prevention and safety. The Tennessee Department of Agriculture’s Division of Forestry.... Read More

BEWARE: Scammer Posing as Rutherford County Sheriff's Detective

Oct 06, 2021 at 11:18 am by WGNS

A man posing as a Rutherford County Sheriff’s detective scammed a woman of $750 after telling her a warrant was issued against her for missing federal jury duty, a deput.... Read More

COVID Patient Joe Gammon Released from Rehab After Spending Over 2 months at Ascension Saint Thomas Facilities

Oct 06, 2021 at 10:00 am by WGNS

After spending over 2 months in the hospital due to COVID-19 complications, Joe Gammon of Middle Tennessee was discharged from Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital Midtown rehab fa.... Read More

The Middle Half 13.1 Mile Race to be held in Downtown Murfreesboro on Saturday

Oct 06, 2021 at 09:46 am by WGNS

COMING UP: The 13th annual Middle Half will be this Saturday in downtown Murfreesboro. The half marathon will start in front of Central Magnet School this year and finish in f.... Read More