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Toot's Celebrates 40 Years of Tradition, Food, and Community Impact in 2025

Dec 31, 2024 at 11:35 am by WGNS Radio News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Multiple generations have visited the restaurant known locally for its fresh seafood, buffalo wings, curly fries, and chicken fingers. Over the years,.... Read More

Rutherford County Correctional Work Center Conducts Annual Bless-A-Child Event

Dec 30, 2024 at 04:03 pm by WGNS Radio News

Rutherford County, TN - Rutherford County Correctional Work Center (RCCWC) in partnership with New Vision Baptist Church, conducted their annual Bless-A-Child event on Decembe.... Read More
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Rutherford County Deputies Spread Holiday Cheer with Secret Santa Donations

Dec 30, 2024 at 03:53 pm by WGNS Radio News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - In the spirit of giving this holiday season, Secret Santa and Mrs. Claus provided cash for Rutherford County Sheriff’s patrol deputies to distrib.... Read More

Smyrna Fire Chief Culbertson Retiring Feb. 1st

Dec 30, 2024 at 11:42 am by WGNS

Smyrna, TN - William R. Culbertson has announced his retirement on Feb. 1, 2025, as Fire Chief of Smyrna after thirty-five years of dedicated service. Bill is a third-generati.... Read More

The Tax Rate Shift: How It Could Impact Tennessee's Housing Market

Dec 26, 2024 at 11:35 am by WGNS Radio News

Welcome to the WGNS Action Line, where we dive deep into the pressing issues facing our community. In this episode, we sit down with Rutherford County Property Assessor Rob Mi.... Read More

Get Ready to Plunge: Annual Cold Dip Returns to Murfreesboro

Dec 26, 2024 at 11:11 am by WGNS Radio News

MURFREESBORO, TN – While the name of the event has changed, you’ll still get the same exhilarating feeling when you begin your year with a splash! The cold-natured.... Read More

Topics Today: Creating New Doctors, Growing Better Economies, and Leaders with Disabilities

Oct 25, 2024 at 06:52 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - On today's Action Line with WGNS Host Scott Walker, we dive deep into three fascinating stories showcasing the remarkable achievements and initiatives.... Read More

Finding Strength Together: How Celebrate Recovery Can Turn the Tide

Aug 23, 2024 at 04:39 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Overcoming obstacles can be tough, but it’s a necessary part of life. Because without challenges, or tough times that give us heartache, we&rsquo.... Read More

Local Non-Profit Fundraiser Aims to Empower Adults with Disabilities and Older Adults

Aug 05, 2024 at 10:33 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN – Local non-profit organization Journeys In Community Living is gearing up for its Annual Partners in the Journey Fundraiser, an essential event de.... Read More

Wilson County Mourns Victim of Cedar Creek Marina Shooting

Jul 02, 2024 at 12:38 pm by Chandelar Williams

WILSON COUNTY, TENN. - In the early hours of Saturday, June 29, 2024, a tragic event unfolded at Cedar Creek Marina and Restaurant on Saundersville Road, about 40 minutes from.... Read More
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UPDATE: Flash Flood Carries Cows Over Dam and 19-Miles Away – Some Remain Missing

May 15, 2024 at 12:07 pm by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - We are now gaining a better understanding of how unusual the flash flooding was that impacted multiple areas of Middle Tennessee last week... L.... Read More

Community Gathers to Remember Yousuf Ayesh: Prayer Vigil and Funeral Service Honoring Brave 11-Year-Old

May 14, 2024 at 10:35 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - A prayer vigil is scheduled for this upcoming Friday night to honor the memory of 11-year-old Yousuf Ayesh, who tragically passed away on Tuesday morning af.... Read More

Cross-Town Chase: Smyrna Suspect Escapes into La Vergne

Apr 25, 2024 at 11:51 am by Chandelar Williams

Smyrna, TN - In a tense turn of events, the Smyrna Police Department initiated a pursuit today that extended into La Vergne, leaving residents on edge and authorities on high.... Read More

Inside the Mongols Motorcycle Club and an Outcome of Federal Sentencing

Apr 15, 2024 at 09:55 pm by WGNS News

James Hines, 47, one of eighteen members and associates of the Clarksville chapter of the Mongols Motorcycle Club who were federally prosecuted for RICO conspiracy, murder, ki.... Read More

Gary Farley Retires: A Legacy of Service and Leadership in Tennessee's Firefighting Community

Mar 27, 2024 at 11:08 am by Chandelar Williams

Murfreesboro, TN - Tennessee's Assistant Commissioner for Fire Prevention, Gary Farley, bids farewell to a distinguished career marked by service and dedication. Having served.... Read More

Discovery Center at Murfree Spring Announces 2024 Artist in Residence Program

Mar 07, 2024 at 09:55 am by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN - The Discovery Center recently announced Tennessee artists Charles Key and Suzanne LeBeau as the featured artists in the museum’s 2024 Artist in Resi.... Read More

MTSU will host Family Violence Panel discussions open to the community

Feb 13, 2024 at 11:25 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Statistics for the prevalence of abuse and intimate partner violence are alarming  — 1 in 4 women and 1 in 9 men —.... Read More

United Way of Rutherford & Cannon Counties VITA Program Community Impact

Jun 14, 2023 at 10:30 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN — United Way of Rutherford and Cannon Counties announces a successful tax season for the VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) program. VITA is a FREE.... Read More

MTSU Honors 58-Retiring Employees for 1,440-plus Combined Years of Service to Students, Community

Apr 18, 2023 at 11:29 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee State University is saluting 58 retiring employees as the 2022-23 academic year begins winding down, honoring their.... Read More

United Way of Rutherford and Cannon Counties Exceeds its Goal for the Annual Community Baby Shower Sort-a-Thon Event Presented by Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford

Mar 03, 2023 at 04:27 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN – United Way of Rutherford and Cannon Counties exceeded its goal for the Annual Community Baby Shower Sort-a-Thon event presented by Ascension Saint Tho.... Read More