Lingerie Larceny and More: Murfreesboro's Ongoing Bout with Serial Shoplifting

Nov 07, 2024 at 03:24 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN — It seems shoplifting in Murfreesboro is the gift that keeps on giving—and we’re not talking about holiday shopping cheer. In what could be.... Read More

Experts Urge Vaccine Boosters as Whooping Cough Makes Alarming Comeback in TN

Nov 07, 2024 at 01:34 pm by WGNS News

Whooping cough is making a comeback, and medical providers say the highly contagious bacterial infection that causes severe coughing fits is preventable. During the COVID-1.... Read More

Joint Efforts Underway to Remove Debris for Douglas Lake Following Tropical Storm Helene

Nov 07, 2024 at 01:09 pm by WGNS News

Local, state, and federal partners have begun coordinated efforts to clear debris from Douglas Lake following the aftermath of Tropical Storm Helene. Leading this critical rec.... Read More

United Brings 8-Gig Fiber Broadband to Shelbyville

Nov 07, 2024 at 01:04 pm by WGNS News

SHELBYVILLE, Tenn. —Local youth and community leaders gathered yesterday to commemorate United Communications’ completed broadband infrastructure investment i.... Read More

TN Board of Regents to Hold Special Called Meeting Nov. 12.

Nov 07, 2024 at 12:12 pm by WGNS News

The Tennessee Board of Regents will hold a special called meeting Tuesday, Nov. 12, to consider institutional compensation proposals for 10 colleges and faculty emeritus desig.... Read More

Rockvale Rallies for Hurricane Helene Victims: School and Community Join Forces for Relief

Nov 07, 2024 at 12:04 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Jennie Griffin learned about Hurricane Helene devastation on East Tennessee residents from her son, Tennessee Highway Patrol Trooper Tyler Griffin who.... Read More
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⏩ Nine-Car Collision Halts Traffic on Broad Street, Five Injured in Murfreesboro

Nov 07, 2024 at 11:44 am by WGNS News

  MURFREESBORO, TN - On Thursday morning, a nine-vehicle accident on SE Broad Street at South Church Street in Murfreesboro caused a major traffic disruption and le.... Read More

Sharing Warmth: Barnabas Vision Distributes Free Winter Coats for Those in Need this Friday

Nov 07, 2024 at 10:00 am by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN – In a touching display of unity and compassion, Murfreesboro residents have once again rallied around Barnabas Vision, a local non-profit, donating win.... Read More

Thursday: Mary Belle Ginanni

Nov 07, 2024 at 08:15 am by WGNS News

WGNS Good Neighbor of the Day for Thursday, November 7th, 2024 Mary Belle Ginanni is today’s Good Neighbor of the Day for caring for her family, friends and fellow chur.... Read More

Thursday: Cheryl Garrett

Nov 07, 2024 at 08:15 am by WGNS News

WGNS Slick Pig BBQ Birthday Winner: Cheryl Garrett The birthday club winner receives Slick Pig's delicious banana pudding. Just stop by Slick Pig in Murfreesboro at 1920 East.... Read More

REMINDER: Main Street Murfreesboro - Downtown After 5 and The Boro Art Crawl

Nov 06, 2024 at 09:56 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Main Street Murfreesboro is hosting “Downtown After 5” on Friday, November 8, from 5:00-8:00 PM.  This event features the small brick-and-m.... Read More

MTSU Board of Trustees to Hold November 12 Committee Meetings

Nov 06, 2024 at 09:49 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — The Middle Tennessee State University Board of Trustees will hold committee meetings on Tuesday, Nov. 12, in the Miller Education Center,.... Read More

Cybertip Leads to Arrest of Child Exploitation Suspect

Nov 06, 2024 at 09:44 pm by WGNS News

LAWRENCE COUNTY – Southwest of Murfreesboro in Lawrence County, Tennessee, an investigation by special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation Internet Crimes.... Read More

Pro-Life Candidates Sweep Tennessee Elections, Defeating Planned Parenthood-Endorsed Opponents

Nov 06, 2024 at 09:15 pm by WGNS News

The Tennessee Right to Life Political Action Committee and pro-life Tennesseans report they are celebrating the outcome of Tuesday’s elections.  Roger Kane, Presid.... Read More

Murfreesboro Navy Sailor Helps Strengthen International Ties with Music in Malaysia

Nov 06, 2024 at 08:36 pm by WGNS News

Lumut, Malaysia – U.S. Navy Musician 2nd Class Jesse Chaves, hailing from Murfreesboro, Tennessee, recently took the stage in Lumut, Malaysia. While showcasing his talen.... Read More

17th Annual Cookin’ To Build Raises over $81,000 for Local Habitat for Humanity

Nov 06, 2024 at 08:12 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN – It was a perfect weather day for Rutherford County Area Habitat for Humanity’s annual Cookin’ To Build event held on the historic Murfrees.... Read More

Criminal Activity, Traffic Woes and More with Guests from the Murfreesboro Police Department

Nov 06, 2024 at 08:01 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - From auto accidents to crime and crime prevention, today’s program focuses on law enforcement at the local level. In this Action Line episode with hos.... Read More

Donald Trump to be Sworn in Again: First Republican with Non-Consecutive Terms

Nov 06, 2024 at 10:57 am by WGNS News

WASHINGTON, DC - In a historic twist of American politics, Donald J. Trump is set to be sworn in as the 47th President of the United States following his victory in the Novemb.... Read More

Rutherford County Opens School Choice Enrollment for 2025 this December with Options for District Students

Nov 05, 2024 at 04:38 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - As Rutherford County’s population continues to grow, so do opportunities within its school system… Currently, more than 51,000 students ar.... Read More
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Extremely Loud Rutherford County Schools’ Education Day Crowd Makes MTSU Murphy Center Rock

Nov 05, 2024 at 03:32 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Collectively, they were extremely loud for 40 minutes of college basketball regulation time — or nearly two hours counting all the timeouts,.... Read More