LaVergne Opens Police Substation
August 31, 2008
LaVergne police are opening a new substation in the Lake Forest subdivision. With more than 35-hundred homes, it is believed to be Tennessee’s largest subdivision. LaVergne Police Chief Ted Boyd is making this move to increase police presence as a result of the numerous arsons, shootings and burglaries over the past year or more.
Labor Day Camp-out Ends In Drowning
August 31, 2008
A group of people were camping on a Percy Priest Lake island over the Labor Day weekend. On Saturday (8/30/08) night, a 36-year old woman in the group decided to go swimming. After jumping into the water, she never resurfaced. Police believe alcohol may have been involved.
Red Cross Ready For 500 At MTSU
August 31, 2008
American Red Cross and MTSU personnel are currently setting up shelter facilities in the university Recreation Center, an official Red Cross shelter in Rutherford County. As many as 1,200 Hurricane Gustav evacuees may be transported to middle Tennessee. Red Cross officials say these persons will be taken first to shelters in Nashville, then Smyrna, and any overflow will be transported to the MTSU Recreation Center. The MTSU Red Cross shelter can house as many as 500 people. Officials are asking people interested in volunteering to call the American Red Cross-Heart of Tennessee Chapter in Murfreesboro at 615-893-4272.
Tune to WGNS for this changing story.
Simpson Returns As MTSU Associate AD for Compliance
August 31, 2008
Middle Tennessee Director of Athletics Chris Massaro announced the hiring of Associate Athletic Director for Compliance Daryl Simpson, filling a position vacated last month by Michael Moleta, who left the Blue Raiders to work in the NCAA Compliance Office. Simpson returns to Middle Tennessee after serving as a graduate assistant in the compliance office in 2004 and 2005. He has since worked at the University of North Texas, serving as an Assistant Compliance Director for one year before taking over as the Assistant Athletic Director for Compliance the past two years. A native of Seward, Alaska, Simpson graduated from Northern Arizona University with a bachelor’s in Hotel/Restaurant Management in 2002 and then received a master’s from Middle Tennessee in Sports Management in 2005. Simpson said, "I’m really, really excited to be a part of Blue Raider athletics again. I think it can be a smooth transition and I’ll be able to jump right in because of the good relationship I have with people on campus from my previous experience at Middle Tennessee.”
Butch Vaughn Named Providence Christian Headmaster
August 31, 2008
Last week you heard surprising news that 35-year public teaching veteran Butch Vaughn to end his career at the end of September. Those questions have now been answered with the Providence Christian Academy’s board of directors announcing that Vaughn takes over headmaster responsibilities on Monday, September 29th. The local educator says that he has enjoyed working in the public system, but looks forward to a Christian environment. He has served as a classroom teacher, coach, and most recently principal at Central Middle School, the first at Blackman High School and currently at Oakland High School. Providence Christian Academy offers pre-kindergarten through the eleventh grade, and will expand to the twelfth grade next year.
Gustav: Local Shelters Ready…Send Money, Not Goods
August 31, 2008
The Tennessee Emergency Management Agency has activated the Tennessee Emergency Volunteer and Donations Hotline to accept contributions that will go to support Hurricane Gustav evacuees from the New Orleans area.
The first plane arrived at Knoxville’s McGee Tyson Airport at about 7:30 p.m. EST. Nashville received its initial landing shortly after 9 p.m. at the Tennessee Air National Guard facility at Berry Field. A total of eight flights, three to Knoxville and five to Nashville, carrying 851 evacuees landed throughout the night, as of 6 a.m. CST. Evacuees were taken to area shelters set up by local Emergency Management and manned by the American Red Cross.
In addition to the flights, an Amtrak train carrying 1404 evacuees arrived in Memphis late Saturday. Evacuees were taken to shelters in Shelby County and other West Tennessee locations.
A second train had arrived Sunday morning, but the evacuees had not completed registration as of this release. Figures for the second train and additional flights Sunday will be added to the evacuee totals at the 6 p.m. update today.
To assist Gustav evacuees, with a donation please call (866) 586-4483
The hotline staffed by the Tennessee Volunteer Organizations Active in Disasters. In lieu of goods or services, donors are asked to donate money that can be used for any necessities. Donations will go to use at the local level to assist evacuees who have arrived in Tennessee from New Orleans.
Any pledges received will be placed in the charitable Citizen to Citizen fund controlled by volunteers to ensure proper use. The state, while assisting in the call center operation, does not administer these funds.
Visit TEMA’s Web site at www.tnema.org for additional information.
Note: As of 6PM Sunday evening (8/31/08) there were 4,343 evacuees already in Tennessee who are fleeing Hurricane Gustav. 1,469 are in Nashville, 2,236 are in Memphis, and Knoxville is sheltering 638 persons.
Shelters Ready Locally
The Heart of Tennessee Chapter of the American Red Cross has set-up shelters at the National Guard in Smyrna and in the new MTSU Recreation Building. When Rutherford County becomes directly involved in hurricane relief, WGNS will devote as much time as requested by the officials to keep you informed and to secure volunteers to help evacuees.
DRUM ROLL… Top 20-game shows of all times are…
August 31, 2008
AOL has come out with a list of the top 20 game shows of all-time. It’s unclear what criteria was used to create the list, but, come on, does it really matter? Here’s the list, so let the debating begin!
1. The Price Is Right (1956-present)
2. Jeopardy! (1964-present)
3. Wheel of Fortune (1975-present)
4. What’s My Line? (1950-1975)
5. Let’s Make a Deal (1963-2003)
6. Match Game (1962-1999)
7. The Newlywed Game (1966-2000)
8. Who Wants to Be a Millionaire (1999-present)
9. Twenty One (1956-2001)
10. Hollywood Squares (1966-2004)
11. The Dating Game (1965-2000)
12. Family Feud (1976-present)
13. Password (1961-present)
14. Love Connection (1983-1999)
15. Truth or Consequences (1950-1988)
16. $25,000 Pyramid (1973-1992)
17. Win Ben Stein’s Money (1997-2002)
18. Queen for a Day (1956-1970)
19. Name That Tune (1953-1985)
20. Deal or No Deal (2005-present)
Listen to Podcast of High School Football Coaches
August 30, 2008
Local high school coaches gather at the South Church Street Shoney’s for the Prentice Alsup Heating & Air Coaches Corner every Saturday morning at 9am. If you missed the show, you can listen to the entire interview right here.
Click here to listen to your favorite team’s coach
Americans aint so smart according to Tokyo - Hey, I’m insulted!
August 30, 2008
Researchers at Tokyo’s Ueno Zoo recently tested the mental math skills of elephants and discovered Dumbo is smarter than the average human.
The researchers conducted a test that involved dropping varying numbers of apples into two buckets in front of the elephants, and then recording how often the pachyderms chose the bucket holding the most fruit.
Britain’s Sun newspaper reports the apples would be dropped in groups of up to four at a time — forcing the elephants to keep a running count in their heads. The results:
– The elephants correctly picked the fullest bucket 74 percent of the time. One elephant at the zoo scored 87 percent.
– When the same exact test was administered to humans, they correctly picked the fullest bucket just 67 percent of the time.
Weird airline story
August 30, 2008
An elderly woman apparently misunderstood the instructions of an airline representative at Stockholm’s airport Tuesday and placed herself on a baggage conveyer belt instead of her luggage. Published reports say the 78-year-old woman was catching a flight to Germany when she lay down on the conveyor belt and was quickly whisked through a chute into a baggage loading area. Baggage handlers helped the woman to her feet and made sure she got on her flight.
Local Law Enforcement Gets $21K
August 30, 2008
A $21,071 U.S. Department of Justice grant will help the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office and Murfreesboro Police Department purchase necessary equipment. U.S. Rep. Bart Gordon said, “The Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program allows local governments to support a broad range of activities to prevent and control crime based on their own local needs and conditions.” The grant is split evenly between the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office and Murfreesboro Police Department. The sheriff’s office will use the funds to improve the security of their facility by purchasing and installing electronic/manual locks, identification cards, key card sensors, and software to operate and monitor the system. Sheriffs Lieutenant Phillip Martin noted, “We’ve been looking at what other agencies are doing. The advancements in technology and increase in vendors make this system easier and more affordable.” The new system would allow users to swipe their identification cards to gain entry throughout the facility. The Murfreesboro Police Department will use the funds to purchase software for an online citizen police reporting system. Major Hiram Lester commented, “This software is designed to work directly with our police records database and print formatted reports that are suitable for filing alongside officer written reports.” Byrne grant funds can be used for state and local initiatives, technical assistance, training, personnel, equipment, supplies, contractual support and information systems for law enforcement, and court, education, corrections, drug, and technology improvement programs.
Inmate Labor Could Help Clean Area Lake Shorelines
August 29, 2008
The Rutherford County Correctional Work Center is looking at the possibility of expanding inmate work labor to lake shoreline cleanup. Superintendent Alan Miller tells WGNS News…
…on that detail
Miller says there are several factors to consider on whether or not this is a feasible idea…
…started those discussions
Miller says discussions with County Mayor Ernest Burgess led to him being challenged to find additional projects inmates could participate in and this is one that came to the forefront first. The county’s Public Safety committee has heard from Miller on the idea of lakeshore cleanup by inmates and any decision is weeks or months away. Miller welcomes the community’s input and you can tell us what you think at wgnsradio.com. Just leave a comment under the story.
McCain chooses female Alsaska Gov. for VP choice
August 29, 2008
John McCain has made his vice presidential pick: the Republican contender will tap first-term Gov. Sarah Palin of Alaska, ABC News reports.
The 44-year-old Palin brings working class roots and appeal to female voters, becoming only the second female vice presidential candidate on a major party ticket and a first for the GOP.
More About Republican Vice Presidential candidate Sarah Palin
August 29, 2008
On Friday morning (8/29/08) Republican presidential nominee John McCain announced his choice for a vice presidential running mate. 44-year old Sarah Palin (pronounced PALE-in), the first-term governor of Alaska, is a lifetime member of the National Rifle Association and a staunch opponent of abortions. Before getting into politics, Palin was the first runner-up in the Miss Alaska Pageant. She then anchored sports at an Anchorage television station.
In her acceptance speech from Dayton, Ohio (8/29/08 and broadcast over WGNS), she said, “I became involved in politics to fight the good ole boy approach, reduce oil prices, and put an end to local corruption.” That was as mayor of Wasilla, Alaska where she served two-terms. In 2002 she ran an unsuccessful race for Alaska’s lieutenant governor, but was elected governor in 2006. Palin stressed, “I did not get into politics to do the safe thing. I am here to do what is considered the common good. And to do it ethically and with a servant’s heart.” In her talk she noted that the eighty-eighth anniversary of the Women’s Suffrage Movement in America was celebrated three-days ago (8/26). Palin paid tribute to Geraldine Ferraro who ran for vice president in 1984 and most recently Hillary Clinton, “two females who broke ground for women in America.”
Analysts say that she brings strong appeal to female voters as well as to working class voters. Shortly after the announcement, the G. Gordon Liddy broadcast over WGNS noted that she has a record of creating government fiscal responsibility. Her ideas have produced savings and reduced Alaska’s budget $5-billion. Governor Palin’s ideas have helped to overhaul Alaska’s educational system, improve benefits to senior citizens and underwrite programs for low-income persons. Palin became a trailblazer by being elected Alaska’s first female and youngest governor. She is the third female in history to be considered as a possible vice presidential candidate on a major party ticket (Geraldine Ferraro, 1984, and Hillary Clinton, 2008).
Governor Palin is for America’s independence from foreign oil. Four weeks ago (August 1, 2008), the state legislature gave her administration the right to build a 1,715 mile natural gas pipeline from Prudhoe Bay, Alaska to a hub in Canada.
Liberty Council Chairman and Dean of Liberty University School of Law Mathew Staver said, “She is intelligent, bringing substance and excitement. Not only is she pro-life, she is also pro-marriage.” It was also learned that she is is strongly against same-sex marriages.
Sarah Palin married her high school sweetheart, Todd, and they have five children ranging in age from a 1-year old with Downs Syndrome to her oldest who enlisted in the Army last September. He is now serving in Iraq. Liddy indicated that Governor Palin supports a strong military and understands that she feels that the actions of public officials have a direct impact on government and its constituents. She loves fishing, hunting and sporting activities.
John McCain introduced her by saying, “She is a union member and married to a union member, former city council member, former mayor and now governor of Alaska. Sarah is a devoted wife and mother of five–she’s got the good grip and devotion that is exactly what we need in Washington today. She has fought big oil companies and do nothing bureaucrats.” Palin is an Idaho native, but her family moved to Alaska when she was age two. In 1987 she earned a degree in journalism and communications from the University of Idaho.
An article in the Achorage Daily News prior to the birth of her Downs Syndrome baby quotes Governor Palin as saying, “When we first heard it was kind of confusing…it is very, very challenging.” A later article gives her idea of what God might say to her… “Children are the most precious and promising ingredient in this mixed-up world you live-in down there on Earth. Trig is no different, except he has one extra chromosome.” Persons with Downs Syndrome often have impaired physical growth. Many have shorter limbs, poor muscle tone, a larger than normal space between the big and second toes, and protruding tongue. Health concerns for individuals with Down syndrome include a higher risk for congenital heart disease, reflux problems, recurrent ear infections, thyroid problems and sleep apnea.
UPDATE from the DNC with State Rep. John Hood
August 29, 2008
The Democratic National Convention continued Thursday night. With an update, here’s 48th House District State Representative John Hood.
Here’s a clip of Obama from last night.
McCain took note of Obama becoming the Democratic nominee on the 45th anniversary of Dr. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR.’s “I Have A Dream” speech that climaxed the civil rights march on Washington, D.C.
The Arizona senator said in part, quote, “How perfect that your nomination would come on this historic day. Tomorrow, we’ll be back at it. But tonight senator, job well done.”
It was the first ad run during the campaign that featured one candidate saying nice things about the other. And unless Obama reciprocates during McCain’s acceptance speech next week, it will be the last.
Cross dressing robber WANTED
August 29, 2008
Murfreesboro Police are collecting more clues on a cross dressing robbery that occurred last week at PM Jewelry Store on Middle Tennessee Blvd. In the heist, two men, one dressed as a woman, held the small jewelry store up and then fled the scene at 120-miles per hour. That information according to Sheriff’s Deputy Ed Luther who gave chase. The suspects however, got-a-way after traveling down I-24. The car has since been recovered in Smyrna. Authorities hope the discovery of the car will lead to an arrest. One person has already been questioned.
If you saw or heard anything in relation to this crime, call CRIME STOPPERS and you could receive cash for your clues. The number: 893-STOP
Parking space altercation - UPDATE
August 29, 2008
A physical altercation over a parking space on the MTSU campus occurred around 10:15 Wednesday. One female student was taken to Middle Tennessee Medical Center with severe, but not life-threatening lacerations to the head, shoulder and arm. She was later transported to Vanderbilt where she underwent surgery. The other woman was arrested and charged with aggravated assault.
Since the victim is a 17-year-old juvenile, WGNS is unable to release her name. Suspect, 19-year-old Starlett Custer has since been released from the adult detention center after posting a $10-thousand dollar bond.
The incident occurred in the Bell Street parking lot on the west side of campus. MTSU Police stated that Custer intentionally cut the victim with some type of bladed instrument. The weapon has not been recovered. The case remains under investigation.
Crack pipes sold in stores - arrest’s made
August 29, 2008
The first of more arrests to come may have recently unfolded in Nashville. Metro Police detectives during the past 2-weeks, arrested five employees of three separate Lafayette Street markets for selling glass tubes commonly used as crack pipes to undercover police operatives who, during their purchases, clearly referred to the tubes as instruments for drug use.
The two-week investigation resulted in the execution of search warrants at:
• Fast Service Market, 175 Lafayette Street, where officers seized 1,056 glass tubes, two large boxes of steel wool filter commonly used in crack pipes, $6,735 cash, 182 one-ounce gold coins, and 50 pipes commonly used to smoke marijuana.
• EZ Market, 157 Lafayette Street, where officers seized 43 glass tubes, 50 steel wool filters, 36 sets of digital scales, two pistols, $6,157 cash, and two grams of marijuana.
• Lucky’s Market, 141 Lafayette Street, where officers seized 193 glass tubes, two large boxes of steel wool filter, one pistol, and $1732 cash.
“Investigations such as this are very important to attack cocaine and other drug use in crime and violence hotspots,” Chief Ronal Serpas said.
$30-million dollar theft case will head to Federal Court
August 29, 2008
A Winchester businessman has been arrested by Federal Agents. Ben Elliot was arrested by Franklin County Deputy Lieutenant Brian Brewer on the federal indictments reportedly related to wire fraud.
Elliot was booked into the Franklin County Jail and transferred to Chattanooga where he was taken into custody by U.S. Marshals. He appeared before a federal judge and is out on $50,000 bond. The indictment includes 21 counts, involving some $30 million. Agents from the FBI and United States Postal Inspectors raided Elliots office in March, and seized paper documents and computers.
A prepared statement from Franklin County Sheriff Tim Fuller claimed that the arrest was the culmination of an extended investigation conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Franklin County Sheriffs Department, the Winchester Police Department, and Abernathys Surveillance Company of Nashville. Elliot will appear in Federal court on September 3rd in Atlanta. - News from Thunder 1320 AM and FM.
Season Opener: Troy defeats MTSU 31-17
August 29, 2008
Middle Tennessee gave Troy and the sixth-largest crowd in Floyd Stadium history a big finish but the Blue Raiders had too big of a hole to dig out of and ended up dropping a 31-17 setback in front of 22,307 in the opener for both teams Thursday night (8/28/08). Trailing 24-3 entering the final quarter, Middle Tennessee scored consecutive touchdowns to close to within 24-17 with 6:44 remaining and the Blue Raiders twice had opportunities to get off the field but Troy converted consecutive third-down plays to keep its drive alive and eventually scored the game-clinching touchdown on DuJuan Harris’ 13-yard run. Blue Raider head coach Rick Stockstill said, “We had opportunities and just didn’t take advantage, but I told our players after the game that I’ve never been more proud of a bunch of guys as I am them. They played their guts out. We just let a few opportunities get away. If we keep practicing the way we have been and keep working, they will have a chance to beat a good football team.” The Blue Raiders return to the gridiron when they play host to Maryland Saturday (September 6, 2008).
(Photo ID: Desmond Gee, bottom, and Michael Cannon pounce on a loose ball during Thursday’s opener. Gee recovered the fumble.)
You can hear the Blue Raiders on WGNS (FM 100.5; FM 101.9; AM 1450; over-the-air TV channel 11).
Swap and Shop for Friday
August 29, 2008
For Sale; Clothing - girls and boys 319-8508For Sale: Golf clubs 225-8068
YARD SALE: 4656 East Compton Road
Yard Sale: 1002 Trinity (off of Northfield) (Sat)
For Sale: Ford Rims for $30 890-9013
For Sale: McCullough Weedeater 896-9179
Fosterville Midland Fire Dept. YARD SALE: Saturday 692-
9781
Yard Sale: 2689 Manchester Pike on Monday 6A to 10A
For Sale: 1994 Ford Truck and a 1990 Bronco and want junk
563-9844
For Sale; 335-1831 - 30-Pallets
For Sale: PAINT - 506-8353
For Sale; 1977 Chevelle 893-1842
For Sale: 4-drawer filing cabinet for $25 890-0707
LOST DOG: Jack Russell - call if you find it - 896-1350
WANT AVON and want a young dog for free 494-3436
For Sale: Taco BBQ Grill 896-8070
For Sale: John Deere tractor 848-4456
FOR RENT HOUSES 563-4989
For Sale: 4-wheeler 350 Warrior - 849-3949
For Sale: Snapper mower in good shape for $70 - 896-4213
WANTED: Step rails for a Ford F-150 896-4710
For Sale: 2-Dotson’s for $250 and other for $350 call 512-
3412
SCHOOL FUNDRAISER need car to smash 893-9561
WANTED: 3-wheel bike 427-9488
Man arrested for jumping into police car
August 29, 2008
Today’s chapter of “People Do Dumb Things When They’re High” comes from Oregon, where a 19-year-old man allegedly high on mushrooms was arrested for jumping head-first into a sheriff’s patrol car.
The Statesman Journal newspaper reports Evan Adams was walking away from a parked car around 3 a.m. last Friday when a Marion County sheriff’s deputy pulled up alongside, rolled down his passenger window, and asked Adams if he was having problems. Authorities say when the deputy asked Adams what was the matter, the suspect replied, quote, “I’m high on mushrooms, dude” and then proceeded to jump through the open window into the patrol car. The two struggled and tumbled out of the car onto the street. The incident ended when the deputy opened the back door on the patrol car to let his German Shepherd police dog out. Adams was treated for dog bites and charged with several counts, including criminal mischief and unlawful entry into a motor vehicle.
Wife has sexual relationship w/ husband, boyfriend upset
August 29, 2008
Three was definitely a crowd at a woman’s apartment in Atlanta last week when a fight broke out after she decided to have sex with her husband while her live-in boyfriend was in another room.
The Atlanta Journal Constitution reports 35-year-old Carla Ramson shares an apartment with her 25-year-old husband and her 21-year-old boyfriend. According to police, the live-in boyfriend became jealous when he heard Ramson and her husband having sex in a bedroom. Police say the boyfriend stormed into the room and got into a shoving match with the husband. The newspaper says police were called to the scene and both men were arrested for aggravated assault. Ramson told the newspaper both men no longer live with her.
Gas station clerk beaten in attempted hold-up of Smyrna store
August 28, 2008
A gas station clerk was beat during an attempted hold-up at a Smyrna area store. The suspects were later caught after a high speed chase in Williamson County. With the complete story, here is Charles Dibrell…
UPDATE from the DNC with Representative John Hood
August 28, 2008
The Democratic National Convention in Denver, Colorado continues. With the latest, here’s 48th House District State Representative John Hood in Denver.
Former President Bill Clinton cast aside any doubts about his support for Barack Obama at the Democratic National Convention Wednesday. In his speech, Mr. Clinton said he was following his wife’s lead in backing Obama all the way:
Representative Hood will give us another update Friday morning.
GAME NIGHT FORECAST
August 28, 2008
Weather for August 28, 2008 (Thursday)
Today: Patchy fog before 10am. Otherwise, sunny, with a high near 89. Calm wind becoming northwest between 5 and 10 mph.
GAME NIGHT FORECAST:
Tonight: Mostly clear, with a low around 68. Northwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
The WGNS Tailgate party will start at 3 and the kickoff is tonight at 6:30! This is MTSU’s home opener against TROY!
Friday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a high near 90. Calm wind becoming west around 5 mph.
Friday Night: Scattered showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 68. West wind around 5 mph becoming calm. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Saturday: Isolated showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 88. Calm wind becoming north northeast around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Saturday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 68. North northeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
Sunday: Sunny, with a high near 88. Calm wind becoming east northeast around 5 mph.
Sunday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 68. Calm wind.
Labor Day: Mostly sunny, with a high near 88. Calm wind becoming southeast between 5 and 10 mph.
Man accused of stealing millions from local resident to be sentenced to federal prison
August 28, 2008
A man accused of embezzling millions of dollars from residents in Rutherford, Davidson and surrounding counties is asking that jail staff provide him with food that he can actually eat. Barry Stokes stole millions of dollars from victims through their investments into retirement accounts. Stokes, who is currently behind bars, is looking at spending the next 14-years in a federal prison on charges of embezzlement. Stokes allegedly embezzled over $16-million dollars from over 1,000 persons. Stokes allegedly stole from representatives with the Tennessee Democratic Party, the Tennessee Association of Broadcasters, educators throughout the state, just to name a few.
Stokes, whose false investment strategies were similar to the late Bob McLean who stole millions from local residents, had similar high end taste to McLean. Evidently, Stokes would often purchase expensive electronic gadgets, Japanese woodprints, and designer furniture. The only difference between McLean and Stokes is that Stokes is still alive to face the heat. His case is currently before the federal courts in Nashville and could come to a close as soon as Friday.
NASHVILLE: Home to the best bathroom in the nation
August 28, 2008
The managers of the Hermitage Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee already know they run a five-star establishment, but they might also be happy to hear they have America’s best restroom. The men’s room on the hotel’s lower level has been voted “America’s Best Restroom” in an online contest sponsored by the Cintas Corporation, a provider of restroom hygiene products and services.The Hermitage Hotel received the coveted “America’s Best Restroom” plague this week and secured its place in the America’s Best Restroom Hall of Fame at bestrestroom.com.
The finalists for the 7th annual “America’s Best Restroom” contest were selected based on style, exceptional hygiene and open access to the public.
Here’s a rundown of the best restrooms in America:
1. The Hermitage Hotel, Nashville, Tennessee. Art Deco-Themed: features leaded-glass tiles, authentic terrazzo floors and a shoeshine station.
2. 21C Museum Hotel, Louisville, Kentucky. One-way mirrors facing urinals, LCD screens with traveling images of eyes built into mirror above sink.
3. Brio Restaurant, Rockford, Illinois. Women’s Room is themed as Heaven, Men’s as Hell: features custom mirrors, sinks, doors and floor, using a wide variety of materials.
4. The Signature Room at the 95th, Chicago, Illinois. Perched atop the 95th floor of John Hancock Center: features sweeping views, custom woodwork, silver accent pieces and black & white photos from the 1930s.
5. Smith College Museum of Art, Northampton, Massachusetts. Water-Themed: features an array of hand-painted tiles and etched glass panels depicting sea creatures and plant life.
The sixth through tenth place finalists:
6. El Monte Sagrado Living Resort and Spa in Taos, New Mexico.
7. Grand Central Terminal in New York, New York.
8. Jerome Bettis’ grille 36 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
9. The Montville Inn in Montville, New Jersey.
10. Iowa 80 Truck Stop in Walcott, Iowa.
Inmate allowed to walk around in the nude
August 28, 2008
A German prison inmate has received permission from authorities to get naked in his cell and stay that way for his entire ten-week prison sentence. Published reports say Siegfried Grawert was recently jailed for failing to pay fines in connection with his arrest for walking around naked in public. He told authorities that prison clothes depress him and asked if he could serve his time au natural. They agreed and gave him a single cell. Grawert is quoted as saying, “I do not offend anyone. Being naked is the most natural thing in the world.”
Swap and Shop for Tursday
August 28, 2008
For Sale: Antique Davis Walnut Mirror asking $300 - 893-2932For Sale: 6′ picnic table with 6-chairs in great shape -
848-8811
For Sale: 14′ boat - 971-1301
For Sale: 2-minuture Dotson’s, 512-3412
For Sale; 1977 Ford Truck and a 65 Chevelle body 893-1114
YARD SALE: Saturday - 1002 Trinity (at corner of Jones
Blvd.) 7-AM
Christiana Cougar Football Team on a roll! Undefeated -
special note from caller
For Sale: Furniture and paintings on canvas, coil oil
lamps, need housekeeper, 809-7634
For Sale: English Bulldog puppy (6-weeks) 615-459-8739
For Sale; Roosters for TRADE for Laying Hens 904-1855
FREE: Kittens - 895-7001
For Sale; Large corner computer desk and WANT steal fence
posts - 893-2468
LOST WHITE DOG 896-1350
WANTED: a Skillsaw at reasonable price and want to do
part time work, 896-8346
For Sale: 1981 Honda GL 500 895-3410
FREE COW for $5 - Donation to Bradley Creek MBC 896-1840
For Sale; Maytag dryer and want to do work - honey do
jobs, stereo - 907-9935
For Sale; Fireplace insert with everything for $100 and 4-
tires (235X15) - $325 217-4938
WANTED: 3-wheel ladies bike 895-5746
For Sale: 1987 Chrysler 5th Ave. 893-9726
For Sale: Pomeranian Puppies 896-7297
Web Surfing at Work – Part 2
August 28, 2008
Last week we looked at concerns about Web Surfing at work. Here’s another take: Let Employees Surf From Work - They’ll Make It Up
Gibbons confined to jail cell
August 28, 2008
A pair of gibbons at the Bristol Zoo in England is being confined to their indoor shelter three times a week to give their human neighbors a partial break from the primates’ loud mating rituals. Britain’s Telegraph newspaper reports male and female gibbons make lots of noise at sunrise and in the evening when they’re exchanging mating calls. Residents near the zoo filed a noise complaint with city officials, stating their sleep was being interrupted by the amorous apes.
Experts say a female gibbon’s call consists of a long series of rising notes and whooping sounds, while the male responds with grunts, squeals and whistles. The experts say a gibbon’s mating call can reach up to 100 decibels and can be heard as far as two miles away.
Arrest Over Parking Space at MTSU
August 27, 2008
A physical altercation over a parking space on the MTSU campus occurred around 10:15 Wednesday (8/27/08). One female students was taken to Middle Tennessee Medical Center with severe, but not life-threatening lacerations to the head, shoulder and arm. The other woman was arrested and charged with aggravated assault.
Since the victim is a 17-year-old juvenile, WGNS is unable to release her name. 19-year-old Starlett Custer (pictured here) was also treated and then booked into the Rutherford County Adult Detention Center.
The incident occurred in the Bell Street parking lot on the west side of campus. MTSU Police stated that Custer intentionally cut the victim with some type of bladed instrument. The weapon has not been recovered. The case remains under investigation.
County School Leader Consider Dress Code
August 27, 2008
Rutherford County School Board officials are poised to make changes in the system’s dress code, which could require slacks and no jeans. Schools spokesman James Evans says other counties have a similar dress code. This proposal is far from a done deal. There will be public comment sessions before the board and teachers will have input on the matter as well. What are your thoughts on a county-wide ban on jeans for schools? We welcome your comments at wgnsradio.com.
Register to Win
August 27, 2008
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Register here to win an MTSU Fan Pack from WGNS. We’ll be giving away car flags, bumper stickers, Black-Out T-Shirts, buttons and much more!
MTSU Students for a Democratic Society
August 27, 2008
With the political campaigns in full swing, pundits are predicting that young people will be more of a factor in the 2008 elections than ever before. Some MTSU students are reviving the 60s’ group Students for a Democratic Society to promote political activism. Member Jase Short says student activism on college campuses never totally went away, but students who rejected the idea of college as merely preparation for the labor force could not realize their goals…
One facet of the original SDS was opposition to the war in Vietnam. SDS members at MTSU say they are opposed to the war in Iraq, but they also are concerned about the environment, racism, sexism and economic oppression.
9-11 Rutherford County Community Fair
August 27, 2008
Not long after terrorist-hijacked jet aircraft destroyed the World Trade Center, damaged the Pentagon and killed more than three-thousand Americans on September 11th, 2001, Rutherford County Sheriff Truman Jones decided to host a remembrance for the victims that would be open to everyone.
That event has become a Rutherford County tradition, held on 9/11 every year since that first event. This year marks the 7th remembrance of the attack on U.S. soil. Organizers believe some seven-thousand will attend this year. There will be performances by country music recording artist and American Idol Season 6 contestant Phil Stacey and Grand Ole Opry member Jimmy C. Newman, as well as several others.
There will be a huge kid’s area with inflatable games and attractions, a petting zoo with domestic and exotic animals and much more. There will also be extensive static displays of law enforcement, firefighting, emergency medical and military equipment. Parking will be available at the Murfreesboro Auto Auction with shuttle service provided by Murfreesboro’s Rover bus service.
Attempted robbery in Smyrna, suspects caught in Williamson County
August 27, 2008
There was an attempted robbery in Smyrna that led to a brief pursuit and an arrest in nearby Williamson County. WGNS’ Charles Dibrell has more…
2 Car Crash Creates Traffic Jam Wednesday Morning…No Injuries!
August 27, 2008
Barfield Road near highway 99 was closed to traffic during Wednesday morning (8/27/08) drive-time. According to the telecommunicators at the Rutherford County Sheriffs Office the call came in at 6:21 AM. There were two vehicles involved, and fortunately no injuries. However, there was oil spilled on the roadway making travel hazardous for other motorists. Deputies closed Barfield Road between Kimbro and the highway while crews placed sand and other material to clean-up the slippery oil spill. All was back to normal in the area later in the morning.
United Way wants to take in $3,000,000
August 27, 2008
United Way of Rutherford and Cannon Counties are aiming at collecting $3-million dollars in donations this year. The fund raising drive will begin on September 14th. Last year, $2.67-million was donated to the United Way during their annual fund raising drive.
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