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Old Farmer's Almanac: Warm, Wet Winter with Cold Snaps & Snow Chances

Nov 20, 2024 at 04:39 pm by Danny Osborn

The Old Farmer’s Almanac reveals the complete forecast for the upcoming winter. Managing Editor Sarah Perreault says this winter in Tennessee will be warmer than la.... Read More
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Traffic Resumes on NW Broad near Singer Road After Motorhome Incident

Nov 19, 2024 at 03:42 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, TN - All lanes of traffic on NW Broad near Singer Road have reopened following a motorhome incident around noon Tuesday. Murfreesboro Police report the vehicle,.... Read More

Smyrna Detectives Graduate from Prestigious Forensic Academy

Nov 19, 2024 at 03:20 pm by WGNS

KNOXVILLE, TN - Smyrna Police Detectives Tiffany Kettering and Rebekah Ronin have reached an important milestone in their careers, graduating from the highly regarded Nat.... Read More

RCSO & Toot's Partner for Shop with the Sheriff

Nov 19, 2024 at 02:45 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, TN - More than 35 Rutherford County school students will experience a merrier Christmas, thanks to Toot’s restaurants and their dinersSheriff’s schoo.... Read More

Re-Entry Program Participants at Rutherford County Adult Detention Center OSHA Training

Nov 19, 2024 at 09:25 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, TN - Twenty-three Re-Entry Program participants at the Rutherford County Adult Detention Center received a 10-hour OSHA training provided by the Tennessee Colleg.... Read More

Rutherford County Schools Address Smartphone Issues on Buses

Nov 19, 2024 at 07:31 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, TN - Rutherford County Schools is requesting parents’ cooperation in addressing concerns about smartphones left on school buses. According to a statement i.... Read More

Rutherford County Braces for First Freeze of the Season

Nov 19, 2024 at 07:30 am by Rutherford Weather

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - After an unseasonably warm fall, temperatures in Rutherford County and across Middle Tennessee are expected to plunge this week, marking the region&rsq.... Read More

Record number of Rutherford Co. Schools earn Level 5 rank

Nov 18, 2024 at 04:20 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, TN - Thirty-two Rutherford County schools — or two-thirds of the 48 tested schools — have earned the highest score possible for student academic.... Read More
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Republicans Sweep Local Elections; Close Races and Key Referendums Highlight Election Night Results

Nov 05, 2024 at 09:24 pm by Producer

In a strong showing for Republicans, all state House incumbents were successfully returned to office in the latest round of local elections. Among the tightest races, Republic.... Read More

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

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

Beloved Smyrna Community Leader Carolyn Peebles Passes Away

Oct 28, 2024 at 07:05 am by WGNS

Smyrna, TN – Smyrna community leader Carolyn Peebles has passed away. Her passing Saturday marks the loss of a deeply loved and respected soul whose life touched countle.... 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

County School Bus Contractors Feeling the Pinch of a Driver Shortage

Sep 10, 2024 at 01:51 pm by Danny Osborn

The explosive growth is leaving Rutherford County facing a shortage of school bus drivers. Since 1924, the county has contracted with private individuals to provide buses.... Read More

Strong/Severe Storms Followed by Slightly Cooler Temperatures

Aug 15, 2024 at 12:27 pm by Rutherford Weather

(MURFREESBORO) - We will have to deal with some strong to severe storms to end the week but another slight cooldown will follow. The Storm Prediction Center has placed Ruther.... Read More
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📺 Dr. Automotive in Smyrna Celebrates their 20th Anniversary

Aug 14, 2024 at 03:51 pm by WGNS Radio News

(SMYRNA) - A Smyrna business celebrated two decades helping the town with automotive repair needs. Dr. Automotive, operated by brothers Danny and Randy Brewer, have served Rut.... Read More

Pepsico Beverages North America Distribution Center in Smyrna Opens

Aug 07, 2024 at 09:16 am by WGNS

(SMYRNA) - PepsiCo Beverages North America (PBNA) celebrated the grand opening of a new warehouse and distribution center in Smyrna – now the company's largest in the So.... Read More

Smyrna Special Census Underway

Jul 31, 2024 at 02:59 pm by WGNS

SMYRNA - The Town of Smyrna is conducting a special census, suspecting their numbers are much higher than the federal count conducted in 2020. WGNS' Bryan Barrett has more:.... Read More

Sizzling Heat Comes Roaring Back Along with Possible Strong Storms

Jul 29, 2024 at 12:51 pm by Rutherford Weather

(RUTHERFORD COUNTY) - The heat is going to make a big comeback this week along with some strong storm changes. The National Weather Service has already issued a Heat Advisory.... Read More