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Rutherford County Embraces the Total Solar Eclipse with Community Spirit

Apr 08, 2024 at 10:44 pm by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN - The WGNS news team, along with hundreds of Murfreesboro residents, gathered to witness the total solar eclipse on Monday, April 8, 2024. The Ruthe.... Read More

Grand Opening: Murfreesboro Housing Authority’s Newly Developed Oakland I and II Neighborhoods

Apr 08, 2024 at 10:03 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - The community is invited to a ribbon cutting, program, home tour and reception Thursday, April 18, at 11 a.m. at 402 Keeble Circle in Murfreesboro to cele.... Read More

Rutherford County Holds on to Lower Gas Prices than Most Counties

Apr 08, 2024 at 09:46 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN – As we close out the first day of a new week, gas prices once again inched upwards compared to prices this past week, with the cost of fuel in.... Read More

UPDATE: Suspect Remains in Custody Following Fatal February Collision in Murfreesboro

Apr 08, 2024 at 08:28 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - A Columbia, Tennessee man who collided head-on with another driver while traveling down Highway 231 North near the York VA Medical Center in Murfreesbo.... Read More

11th Annual Rutherford Cable ATHENA Awards set for May

Apr 08, 2024 at 04:08 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - Rutherford Cable is the founding sponsor of the local ATHENA International Leadership Award program. Cable is excited to announce the 2024 nominees for.... Read More

Remembering Clifton: Sobriety Checkpoint Commemorates 10-Year Anniversary of Boy Scout's Tragic Passing

Apr 08, 2024 at 12:23 pm by Chandelar Williams

Smyrna, TN - Ten years after the tragic death of Boy Scout Clifton Braunwalder, who was killed by a driver under the influence of drugs, the Tennessee Highway Patrol, in colla.... Read More

Rare Chance to See Total Eclipse - Murfreesboro School Students to Learn as they View

Apr 08, 2024 at 07:49 am by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN -  Today's the day to view the eclipse! While the Rutherford County Schools decided to shutdown today, the Murfreesboro City Schools will be.... Read More

Listen: Curbing the Aches and Pains of Arthritis in Your 5-Minute Good Health Update with Sunshine Nutrition Center

Apr 08, 2024 at 07:00 am by WGNS News

WGNS takes a look at getting healthy and making positive choices to feel better with Kim Hillsman Dunaway from Sunshine Nutrition Center. The show today focuses on Arthritis a.... Read More

Assistant Commissioner Gary Farley Retires After Distinguished Service

Apr 07, 2024 at 06:08 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - Murfreesboro celebrates the retirement of Assistant Commissioner for Fire Prevention, Gary Farley, who has dedicatedly served the community since 2018..... Read More

Volunteers Needed To Help With TSSAA's Spring Fling!

Apr 07, 2024 at 07:56 am by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN - Rutherford County is buzzing with excitement as it gears up to host the much-anticipated Spring Fling that runs Tuesday through Friday, May 2.... Read More

Be Safe As You View Eclipse This Monday!

Apr 06, 2024 at 08:11 am by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN – The total eclipse of the sun will take place here during the mid-day hour on Monday, April 8, 2024. Although middle Tennessee is not directly alo.... Read More

Ram's Redbud Winter Road Forecast

Apr 06, 2024 at 06:43 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN – Yes, spring is here, but for newcomers to the Volunteer State there are 5 little winters that often jump-in during early spring. We’re in what i.... Read More
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Dr. Hady Lichaa Honored

Apr 06, 2024 at 06:09 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - Dr. Hady Lichaa, MD, an interventional cardiology specialist, has been honored with the Heart for Healing award. With over 19 years of experience in th.... Read More

USDA Makes $1.5 Billion Available to Help Farmers

Apr 06, 2024 at 05:55 am by WGNS

Nashvile, TN - Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the availability of an historic $1.5 billion in fiscal year 2024 to invest in partner-driven conservation and climat.... Read More

Murfreesboro Police Release Trailer Theft Video

Apr 05, 2024 at 04:09 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Authorities in Rutherford County are asking the public for assistance in identifying two individuals suspected of being involved in the theft of a tr.... Read More

Congratulations to the Newly Graduated Class of Rutherford County Fire and Rescue Recruits

Apr 05, 2024 at 02:46 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - Class 24-01 of Rutherford County Fire and Rescue graduated on Friday, April 5, 2024 in a ceremony held at New Vision Baptist Church.  &n.... Read More

Beware: Scam Social Security Notices

Apr 05, 2024 at 11:39 am by WGNS News

In a recent release by the Coffee County Sheriff's Office, residents are warned to exercise caution in what and who they respond to. The warning came after receiving reports.... Read More

Community Assistance Sought in Shoplifting Investigation: Person of Interest Wanted for Questioning

Apr 05, 2024 at 11:31 am by Chandelar Williams

Murfreesboro, TN - Authorities are appealing to the public for assistance in locating an individual wanted for questioning in connection with a shoplifting incident at JCPenne.... Read More

Growth in Rutherford County Equals More Accidents and a Larger Fire and EMS Staff

Apr 05, 2024 at 11:24 am by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Between 1940 and 1950, Murfreesboro grew by 37.2%, with a population of 13,027 on April 1, 1950. At the same time, Smyrna also grew by a whoppi.... Read More

Grand Opening - Ribbon Cutting for Volunteer Behavioral Health’s Crisis Stabilization Unit and Detox Services

Apr 04, 2024 at 06:32 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN - Volunteer Behavioral Health (VBH) is pleased to announce the grand opening celebration and ribbon cutting ceremony of its Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) Wa.... Read More