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January, 2011

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2011

Happy New Year

WGNS’ 64th Anniversary

Barry At 10:00pm on the night of December 31, 1946, WGNS came on the air for the first time. The Good Neighbor Station rang in the New Year of 1947. From that first day, WGNS has had as its goal to keep Murfreesboro and Rutherford County informed. CLICK the old photo on the left for more memories. Now, WGNS is here 24/7 to let you know about the events here at home as well as at distant places. In recent years, WGNS has twice received the Tennessee Emergency Management’s Station of the Year Award. The TEMA award was for special emergency service during ice storms and tornados. All of us at your radio station were honored when the Better Business Bureau’s prestigious 2004 Torch Award. This BBB honor annually recognizes ethics in the business world. WGNS has also been one of the top 50 finalists in the National Association of Broadcasters Crystal Award, recognizing community service and involvement. WGNS takes seriously our job of local service to our community. Everything from letting you know about activities of area churches, civic groups, schools, etc. (Good Neighbor Events are posted below as well as broadcast over WGNS). WGNS continues to offer the popular Swap’n Shop (M-F 7:50-8:10am…phone this live call-in show at 893-1450); obituaries; local sports play-by-play; break-in with news live from the scene 24-hours daily; talk shows that give you an opportunity to ask questions of our county mayor, Murfreesboro mayor, police chief, sheriff, and more–everyday on WGNS. Yes, we still work hard to earn the honor of being your Good Neighbor Station. If you have any suggestions, e-mail to OPINIONS@WGNSradio.com (click e-mail address). (Photo ID: Bill Barry spins big band hits on WGNS in 1947. This was his first job. He now owns several Nashville radio stations. The summer before Bart Walker started high school, Barry gave him his first job in radio.)

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Daily Local Events Listed Here

On Going and Future Events Listed Bottom of Page

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Every Wednesday 10AM-Noon READ TO SUCCEED offers free JOB SKILL CLASSES in the Myrtle Glaton Lord Library at the Patterson Community Center. Improve your skills in searching for jobs in the newspaper and with the internet. You  will be taught how to create effective resumes and improve your interview skills. In addition, the class will teach proper business etiquete and how to follow-up after the interview. For more information, contact Shelly Stanley (phone 615-738-7323) or e-mail adultliteracy@readtosucceed.org.

Fri. (Jan. 7, 2011) 5:30-8:00PM Walnut Grove Missionary Baptist Church (2480 Twin Oak Drive) reaches out and welcomes all to their FEEDING FELLOWSHIP. Transportation is provided. Call Pastor R. W. Sibert (615-896-1553).

Sat. (Jan. 8, 2011) 9:30AM-Noon Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Department presents a FILM MAKERS WORKSHOP in the theatre at the Patterson Community Center (521 Mercury Blvd.) on the second Saturday of each month. Class fee: $3 and this also enables the child (ages 10+) to stay and swim and play at the community center. For more information, contact Mike Prevost at 615-893-7439 extension 32.

imageG. Gordon Liddy on WGNS Monday-Fridays 9:00am-Noon
You learn from people with different opinions. That’s why WGNS broadcasts a myriad of ideas. You are encouraged to call WGNS and share your views on the radio. An open line of communication makes for stronger relationships with a cross section of our community. Tune to the WGNS Good Neighbor Network (FM 100.5; FM 101.9; AM 1450; over-the-air TV channel 11; and worldwide on the internet).

Fri. (Jan. 14, 2011) 5:30-8:00PM Walnut Grove Missionary Baptist Church (2480 Twin Oak Drive) reaches out and welcomes all to their FEEDING FELLOWSHIP. Transportation is provided. Call Pastor R. W. Sibert (615-896-1553).

image Tue. (Jan. 18, 2011) 7PM MIDDLE TENNESSEE CIVIL WAR ROUNDTABLE meets at Bradley Academy Historic Museum (415 S. Academy Street).    The local group meets every month on the THIRD TUESDAY at Bradley Academy. Membership: $15 per year for individuals; $20 for families.  Each meeting includes a CIVIL WAR SHOW AND TELL segment.  For more information, contact Jim Lewis at 615-243-6830 (call before 8PM) or by e-mail at mtcwrt@comcast.net.  Visit the Civil War Roundtable’s website www.mtswrt.org
Fri. (Jan. 21, 2011) 5:30-8:00PM Walnut Grove Missionary Baptist Church (2480 Twin Oak Drive) reaches out and welcomes all to their FEEDING FELLOWSHIP. Transportation is provided. Call Pastor R. W. Sibert (615-896-1553).

image Sun. (Jan. 23, 2011) 1PM ROLLING THUNDER, INC. Tennessee Chapter 1 meets at the VFW Post 8422 (10157 Old Nashville Highway; Smyrna, TN). ROLLING THUNDER works for the return of the missing from wars and support for America’s veterans. Visit their website: www.rollingthundertn1.com or call Bob Ousley (615-513-5852) or Norm Hoffman (615-715-0523) for more information. Note: Rolling Thunder meets at 1PM on the 4th Sunday of each month at the VFW Post 8422 in Smyrna.

Fri.-Mon. (Jan. 28-30, 2011) Southern Extreme Bull Riding Association championships at the Tennessee Miller Coliseum (West Thompson Lane, across from First Methodist and near the V.A. Hospital). The high-energy, adrenaline-loaded shows each day will include Bull Riding, Barrel Racing and Competition Bucking Bulls. If you would like more information about this event or to schedule a meeting with Gary Miller, please contact him at 434-985-3749 or email to Gary@goSEBRA.com

Fri. (Jan. 28, 2011) 5:30-8:00PM Walnut Grove Missionary Baptist Church (2480 Twin Oak Drive) reaches out and welcomes all to their FEEDING FELLOWSHIP. Transportation is provided. Call Pastor R. W. Sibert (615-896-1553).

FUTURE events and ON-GOING activities

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Shop Local…It Matters! When you shop in Rutherford County, your sales tax dollars build our schools and improve the roads. When you shop locally, you make jobs available here. Shopping local makes it easy on you, in the event you need servicing or repairs at a later date. It’s even more important to shop with local FAMILY BUSINESSES. Have you ever wondered what makes this community unique? One advantage is a large number of family operated businesses. Keep FAMILY BUSINESSES strong, patronize them! Listen to the WGNS Good Neighbor Network (FM 100.5, FM 101.9, AM 1450, and over-the-air TV-11) for information about this area’s vibrant local FAMILY BUSINESSES.

image Rutherford County Sheriffs Office CITIZENS POLICE ACADEMY presents an 8:30 morning class for SENIOR CITIZENS at the St. Clair Street Senior Center (325 St. Clair Street). For information, call Greg Dotson Rutherford County Sheriffs Office (615-904-3033).

Tuesday and Thursday evenings 6:00-8:00PM. Free GED Classes in the Myrtle Glanton Lord Library at the Patterson Community Center (521 Mercury Blvd.).  For more information, contact Howard Rhodes (615) 907-3429 or Rutherford County Adult Education (615) 893-5812.


image Now there are 5 blood drives weekly at the Murfreesboro Red Cross (836 Commercial Court, around from UPS). You get to know the staff, since the same health technicians are at the local blood drives daily. In addition, the local Red Cross is now equipped to service platelet aphaeresis donations. If you are at least 17-years of age, weigh a minimum of 110-pounds, and in good health…give the Gift of Life. Phone 1-800-GIVE-LIFE (1-800-448-3543) for more information.
Mondays and Thursdays 10:30AM-6:30PM
Fridays 9:30AM-4:30PM
Saturdays and Sundays 7:00AM-Noon


Local issues covered daily on Action Line (Monday-Friday mornings 8:10-9:00am)
Show from WGNS studios on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursday and Fridays. But every Wednesday morning “live” from City Cafe. Join us there for breakfast and share your opinions in person. Tune to your Good Neighbor Network: FM 100.5; FM 101.9; AM 1450; and over-the-air TV 11.

e-mail community events to events@wgnsradio.com

image_thumb[19] Wake-up with the all new WGNS Good Morning…M-F 5:00-9:00am
Inudes news, sports, weather, traffic, obits, swap’n shop, guests!
The South’s only father-son news team, join Bart and Scott Walker along with Bryan Barrett
WGNS Good Neighbor Network  FM 100.5;  FM 101.9;  AM 1450;  over-the-air TV 11; worldwide on the internet