Marc Lamont Hill to deliver Tuesday (Feb. 23) virtual keynote for MTSU Black History Month

Feb 22, 2021 at 07:39 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – A prominent African American journalist, academic and activist will provide MTSU’s 2021 Black History Month keynote address.Marc Lamont.... Read More

Red Cross calls for healthy blood donors following severe weather in the midst of the Pandemic

Feb 22, 2021 at 07:00 am by WGNS

Following record-breaking cold and winter storms that forced the cancellation of more than 10,000 blood and platelet donations in parts of the U.S. in February, the American R.... Read More

Soon-To-Be High School Seniors can now Apply to be in Youth Leadership Rutherford

Feb 22, 2021 at 07:00 am by WGNS

The Application Deadline has been Extended to March 5th - Soon-to-be high school seniors could benefit from a personal development, civic education and community engageme.... Read More

AFTER THE SNOW: Gas Prices for the Week in Rutherford County, TN and Beyond

Feb 22, 2021 at 06:48 am by WGNS

Rutherford County Gas Price Examples (2/22/21):- SPEEDWAY in Murfreesboro, TN $2.23/Reg- MURPHY EXPRESS in Murfreesboro, TN $2.24/Reg - MAPCO MART in Smyrna, TN $2.30/ Reg - S.... Read More

Snow Patrol Closings/Cancellations for Monday (2-22-21)

Feb 21, 2021 at 03:48 pm by WGNS

School and business closures and cancellations due to winter weather are below. If you have any additions, tap here to send it to us for posting. SCHOOLS-- Rutherford County.... Read More

Fire at Kingwood Apartments Sunday Morning

Feb 21, 2021 at 03:24 pm by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO)  Smoke could be seen for miles as Murfreesboro Fire and Rescue crews were dispatched around 7:30AM Sunday (2/21/2021) morning to an apartment blaze at 118.... Read More

Community Gift of Encouragement and Hope Through Creativity

Feb 19, 2021 at 09:41 am by WGNS

(Murfreesboro, TN) – A group of 21 local artists gave a creative gift to our community to encourage a better 2021 through a pop-up mural at the Walnut House in Murfreesb.... Read More

Rutherford County Sheriff's Office Releases Helpful Information on Sledding

Feb 19, 2021 at 09:32 am by WGNS

The Rutherford County Sheriff's Office released a few safety tips on sledding, as it has proven to be a popular activity in recent days. However, picking the right location to.... Read More

First time in the past 20+ Years for Murfreesboro Medical Clinic to Close for Consecutive Days due to Weather

Feb 18, 2021 at 02:16 pm by WGNS

UPDATE: While Murfreesboro Medical Clinic will reopen on Friday (2/19/2021), this past week has been the longest period of time they have ever shut down - which was a big deci.... Read More

Haiku for Healing Project Remembers Those Lost to COVID-19

Feb 18, 2021 at 11:51 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, TN—Poetry in the Boro has launched a new project to help Rutherford County and surrounding Middle Tennessee communities remember, heal, and grieve in the w.... Read More

Murfreesboro Organization that Focuses on Helping the Elderly in need of a New Home

Feb 18, 2021 at 09:00 am by WGNS

A non-profit organization that focuses on helping the elderly in Murfreesboro is in need of a new home.Mindful Care Adult Day Services has operated in donated space at New Vis.... Read More

UPDATE: 16 Vehicles Pulled from Ditches Wednesday Night and Early Morning Thursday in Murfreesboro

Feb 18, 2021 at 07:43 am by WGNS

The main arteries coming into and heading out of Murfreesboro are navigational, but use extreme caution because ice continues to be a major problem. In the county, most of the.... Read More

Tennessee Valley Healthcare System helps VA reach milestone vaccinating its one millionth Veteran

Feb 18, 2021 at 06:45 am by WGNS

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs vaccinated its one millionth Veteran with their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine Wednesday.The Tennessee Valley Healthcare Syste.... Read More

Exchange Club Announces May 28th (Weekend) Healing Field Flags of Remembrance

Feb 17, 2021 at 02:00 pm by WGNS

What has become Murfreesboro’s iconic Memorial Day salute will return Memorial Day Weekend May 29-31, continuing a thirteen-year tradition. The Healing Field Flags.... Read More

Rutherford County: Two People Suffer from Gunshot Wounds in Tuesday Night Domestic Assault

Feb 17, 2021 at 01:46 pm by WGNS

Two people suffered gunshot wounds during a domestic assault Tuesday night on Gum Puckett Road, a Rutherford County Sheriff’s detective said.SWAT team deputies apprehend.... Read More

Homeless Severely Impacted by Ice and Cold Weather in Rutherford County

Feb 17, 2021 at 10:02 am by WGNS

Homeless in our community are being severely impacted by the cold weather as the windchill has already reached a low 8-degrees. Cliff Sharp, founder of Greenhouse Ministries s.... Read More

UPDATE: Power Outages in Tennessee Reported on Tuesday Evening

Feb 17, 2021 at 09:34 am by WGNS

As the cold weather and ice continue, we will likely see more power outages throughout Middle Tennessee. Thankfully, Rutherford County has not seen as big of an impact as that.... Read More

UPDATE: “Hours of Service Waiver” Issued in TENNESSEE to limit disruptions to fuel transportation

Feb 17, 2021 at 07:29 am by WGNS

The State of Tennessee has activated an Emergency Operations Center in Nashville that is staffed to monitor weather, road conditions, and address any life safety needs….... Read More

UPDATE: Roads, Vehicles, Homes and Even Boat Docks fall Victim to the Ice in Tennessee

Feb 17, 2021 at 06:53 am by WGNS

The Murfreesboro Street Department has been salting roads around the clock with six dump trucks on State Highways and major roadways. City street crews are working 12-hour shi.... Read More

Salute to Veterans: WWII VETERAN IN TENNESSEE ONCE WORKED AT AREA 51

Feb 17, 2021 at 04:15 am by WGNS

This WWII Veteran has a rugged exterior standing about 6 feet tall with grit in his face that says tread lightly. The U.S. Marine who calls Murfreesboro, TN home has work.... Read More