Teens Spotted Climbing Captain Jeff Kuss Memorial F/A-18 Hornet in Smyrna

Sep 10, 2024 at 11:13 am by WGNS News

Smyrna, TN – This past Sunday, juveniles were reportedly seen climbing onto the Blue Angels jet that serves as a memorial for Captain Jeff Kuss, the pilot tragically kil.... Read More

The Rutherford County District Attorney’s Show Looks at Unfinished Justice as the Gregory Hawkins Murder Case Remains Unsolved and a Legal Shift in Juvenile Court Cases

Sep 10, 2024 at 07:29 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Today on The WGNS Action Line, we take a journey through some of Rutherford County’s most haunting criminal cases. Host J. Paul Newman, retired f.... Read More

Tuesday: Adam Hammers

Sep 10, 2024 at 06:15 am by WGNS News

WGNS Good Neighbor of the Day for Thursday, September 12th, 2024 Adam Hammers is today’s Good Neighbor of the Day for quickly helping with a major plumbing issue. Adam.... Read More

Average Gas Prices in Rutherford County on Monday were $2.69 Per Gallon

Sep 09, 2024 at 09:00 pm by WGNS News

Tennessee gas prices continued to decline over last week, falling nine cents on average. Tennessee also moved to the third least expensive market in the country. The .... Read More

Convicted Felon Arrested For Aggravated Rape In Houseboat On Percy Priest Lake

Sep 09, 2024 at 08:57 pm by WGNS News

LA VERGNE, TN - Convicted felon Tyree Watson, 42, was arrested early Sunday morning on multiple felony charges after a woman said he strangled and raped her on his houseboat i.... Read More

Murfreesboro Police Warn: Don’t Fall for This High-Tech Blackmail Attempt

Sep 09, 2024 at 08:50 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - It seems like scammers never run out of creative (and slightly ridiculous) ways to trick people, and Murfreesboro is the latest target. The Murfreesboro Pol.... Read More

Fall Fun Awaits: Downtown After 5 on Murfreesboro Square is THIS FRIDAY (September 13)

Sep 09, 2024 at 08:17 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN – Get ready to kick off the fall season in style this Friday, September 13th, with the Downtown After 5 event! From 5 to 8 PM, visitors are invited to e.... Read More

Murfreesboro Firefighters Save Calico Kitten from 10-Foot-Deep Storm Drain – Cat May Bring New Owner Good Luck

Sep 09, 2024 at 12:13 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN – The Murfreesboro Fire & Rescue Department (MFRD) added another heartwarming chapter to their service record over the past weekend. Firefighters wi.... Read More

Running for a Cause: Lambert Dillard Memorial 5K/10K Set for October

Sep 06, 2024 at 11:32 pm by WGNS News

The 12th annual Lambert Dillard Memorial 5K/10K and Kids’ Fun Run returns to Smyrna on October 19, as part of the 2024 YMCA Race Series. Sponsored by Publix Charities,.... Read More

Tourism In Rutherford County Generated $772,865,400 In Visitor Spending In 2023

Sep 06, 2024 at 10:46 pm by WGNS News

  Rutherford County, Tenn. – Visitors to Rutherford County generated $772,865,400 in spending in 2023, a 3.78% increase from 2022, according to newly released data.... Read More

Beesley Animal Foundation Helps Others Through Community Outreach

Sep 06, 2024 at 10:31 pm by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Dawn Roberts, Executive Director of Beesley Animal Foundation, which operates Beesley Animal Clinic, a spay/neuter animal wellness center based.... Read More

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