La Vergne Prepares for Annual Fall Festival on September 14

Sep 06, 2024 at 11:36 am by WGNS News

La Vergne, Tenn. - The La Vergne Fall Festival, a free music and vendor event, is scheduled for September 14, 2024 with a special Cruise-In on September 13 to kick-off th.... Read More

Step into History: Creepy Night Tours of Oakland's Mansion Set for October

Sep 05, 2024 at 06:11 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN – Oakland's Mansion, once at the heart of a 1,500-acre plantation, will offer guided nighttime tours on Thursday, October 24. The mansion, with its rich.... Read More

La Vergne Officers Receive Purple Hearts for Injuries in 2023 Shooting

Sep 05, 2024 at 12:32 pm by WGNS News

La Vergne, TN – Officers Ashley Boleyjack and Gregory Kern were honored at a special Purple Heart Ceremony in La Vergne on Wednesday, September 4, for their bravery and.... Read More

Five Drivers Charged with DUI During Labor Day Checkpoint in Rutherford County

Sep 05, 2024 at 10:48 am by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN – Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) troopers, in collaboration with the Rutherford County Traffic Safety Task Force, arrested five drivers for DUI dur.... Read More

Local Resident Marvin Whitworth Honored for Lifelong Commitment to Conservation

Sep 05, 2024 at 07:21 am by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN – Rutherford County Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD) Board of Supervisors Chairman Marvin Whitworth was inducted into the National Ass.... Read More

A Tale of Effortless Home Decorating in a Murfreesboro Shoplifting Case

Sep 04, 2024 at 05:58 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN – In a world where DIY meets YOLO, a mysterious woman, armed with a smile and a gray Adidas cap, embarked on the ultimate home improvement project that.... Read More

Murfreesboro Fire Fighters Responded to 1,950 Calls Last Month

Sep 04, 2024 at 02:29 pm by WGNS News

  MURFREESBORO, TN - The Murfreesboro Fire & Rescue Department (MFRD) was very busy last month, responding to a variety of calls. In August, they responded to 1,950.... Read More

TBI Warns Sextortion Emails Could Hit Your Inbox and Parents Should Also Warn Children of Scam

Sep 04, 2024 at 01:50 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) has issued what they are calling a “Cyber Alert,” to warn Tennesseans about a scam known as &.... Read More

Fire Marshal Burn Ban Lifted in City Limits

Sep 03, 2024 at 04:12 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. - The burn ban that was in place for Murfreesboro, TN has been lifted, according to the recent release sent by the City of Murfreesboro to area media outle.... Read More

The Upcoming Special Kids Fall Golf Classic is Nearing

Sep 03, 2024 at 03:59 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - On Friday, November 1st, area residents, business and community leaders will play a game of golf "Fore" the kids of Special Kids Therapy and Nursing Ce.... Read More

Murfreesboro’s ATM Houdini Strikes Again

Sep 03, 2024 at 03:32 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Murfreesboro Police Detectives are on the lookout for a man who has apparently mastered the art of making cash vanish—specifically, a cool $5,460 from.... Read More

UPDATE: USDA Recall of Boar’s Head Deli Meat Tied to 9 Deaths With 1 in Tennessee

Sep 03, 2024 at 02:55 pm by WGNS News

Further reports from the USDA and a review of past inspections reveal that the Boar’s Head deli meat recall in July is linked to numerous violations at a plant in Virgin.... Read More

Challenges of Rapid Growth in Rutherford County Schools

Sep 03, 2024 at 12:35 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - The Rutherford County School system continues to grow, breaking student enrollment records year-after-year... That was Chief Communications Director.... Read More

Murfreesboro Lawyer Hosts Free Fantasy Football Contest, Over $1,000 in Cash & Prizes

Sep 03, 2024 at 10:58 am by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN - The Law Office of W. Scott Kimberly announced its Ninth Annual Friends & Family Fantasy Football Invitational this week, which will award over $1,000.00.... Read More

Helping Others, Life and Business with Peter Demos

Sep 03, 2024 at 09:34 am by WGNS News

Today, WGNS' Bart Walker talks to Peter Demos. About Peter Demos - Peter Demos is a local restaurateur, Christian writer and business owner-developer, l.... Read More

Friday: Amy Tompkins

Aug 30, 2024 at 11:14 am by WGNS News

WGNS Good Neighbor of the Day for Friday, August 30th, 2024 Amy Tompkins is today’s Good Neighbor of the Day for being just the sweetest person who cheers you up every.... Read More

Rutherford County Fire Marshal Places Ban on All Open Burning Due to Lack of Rainfall

Aug 30, 2024 at 11:08 am by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - Rutherford County Fire Marshal’s Office has issued a mandatory open burning ban for all of Rutherford County due to lack of rainfall until f.... Read More

Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Expands NICU with New Bassinets

Aug 30, 2024 at 10:59 am by WGNS News

  MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford is pleased to announce a significant expansion of its Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, thanks in p.... Read More

Phone Call from the Sheriff's Office? Text's About a Toll Road? It’s a Scam!

Aug 30, 2024 at 10:27 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Ah, the sweet sound of your phone ringing—only to be greeted by a scammer trying to steal your hard-earned cash. In Rutherford County, these cr.... Read More

UPDATE: Multi-Vehicle Accident on NW Broad Street at West Main Street in Murfreesboro

Aug 30, 2024 at 10:15 am by WGNS News

WGNS has more details on the multi-vehicle accident that took place on Thursday at around noon. The wreck unfolded near the intersection of NW Broad Street and West Main Str.... Read More