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Rutherford County man arrested for fatal hit and run motorcycle accident

Mar 20, 2014 at 02:34 pm by bryan

A man has been arrested in connection to a fatal hit-and-run in Shelbyville that happened in August of 2013. James Wesley Radar of Rutherford County was arrested this week on.... Read More

Over 1,000 to participate in MTSU Spring Preview Day

Mar 20, 2014 at 02:15 pm by bryan

MTSU admissions, enrollment and academic officials are gearing up for what will be one of the university’s largest preview days. More than 1,000 people have preregistered and.... Read More

United Way Fundraiser to be held at the home of Howard and Susan Wison this May

Mar 20, 2014 at 02:11 pm by bryan

United Way’s signature fundraising event, Red, White and Bayou, will be held on May 17 at the Home of Howard and Susan Wilson, Belle Meadows Farm in Lascassas, Tennessee.  .... Read More

Community asked to volunteer in Benevolent Cemetery Clean Up project in Murfreesboro

Mar 20, 2014 at 01:48 pm by bryan

The Allen Chapel AME Church is inviting local residents to participate in the community wide Benevolent Cemetery Clean Up project. Local residents are asked to meet on multipl.... Read More

Letters of Commendation for Murfreesboro Firefighters who delivered a baby girl

Mar 20, 2014 at 01:29 pm by bryan

Four Murfreesboro Fire & Rescue Department personnel received Letters of Commendation from Fire Chief Cumbey Gaines Thursday morning for successfully delivering a baby gir.... Read More

Connie Rigsby Is New Director of St. Clair Street Senior Center

Mar 20, 2014 at 12:38 pm by bryan

The City of Murfreesboro announced today that Connie Rigsby has agreed to become the new Director of the St. Clair Street Senior Center.  Rigsby begins her service to the Cent.... Read More

Six Decades of Country Music on Display at MTSU

Mar 20, 2014 at 04:30 am by bryan

A new exhibit showcasing photos from six decades of country music captured by the lenses of three distinguished photographers opens Thursday, March 20, in MTSU’s nationally re.... Read More

Paint Collection THIS SATURDAY in Murfreesboro

Mar 20, 2014 at 03:00 am by bryan

Oil-based paint only will be collected and properly disposed of on Saturday, March 22, 2014 from 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. at 1140 Haley Road. This collection is for households o.... Read More

City of Murfreesboro TV Station Wins Award for Stones River National Battlefield Documentary

Mar 20, 2014 at 01:45 am by bryan

The Telly Awards has named the City of Murfreesboro’s CityTV as a Bronze winner in the 35th Annual Telly Awards for a program titled Stones River National Battlefield Document.... Read More

Murfreesboro woman claims two subjects broke into her apartment and hit her over the head - stole pain medication

Mar 19, 2014 at 08:52 pm by bryan

A Murfreesboro woman told police she was the victim of a home invasion by two people wearing mask in her own apartment. The incident occurred while she was giving her toddler.... Read More

Recycle Old Electronics THIS Saturday!

Mar 19, 2014 at 07:54 pm by bryan

You can recycle old electronic gadgets from 9:00 this coming Saturday morning until noon at the Middle Tennessee Association of Realtor's office. It's at 311 Butler Drive.  S.... Read More

Free Sterilizations for dogs and cats in Rutherford County *For the humans that qualify

Mar 19, 2014 at 03:44 pm by bryan

Rutherford County Pet Adoption and Welfare Services, located at 285 John R. Rice Blvd., in Murfreesboro, is offering a limited number of free sterilizations for dogs and cats,.... Read More

Local Ford dealer receives prestigious award

Mar 19, 2014 at 03:19 pm by bryan

Natural sound of a Roush Mustang leaving the WGNS parking lot: Ford of Murfreesboro received a very special honor this month. The locally owned dealer was recognized as.... Read More

Local boat docks in Smyrna and LaVergne may have to re-wire and post signs in some areas of boat slips

Mar 19, 2014 at 02:31 pm by bryan

Legislation that aims to prevent electric shock injuries and drowning deaths near marinas and boat docks in Tennessee has received final approval in the State Senate with all.... Read More

Local 2nd Grader named Honorary Page in House of Representatives

Mar 19, 2014 at 02:15 pm by bryan

Internet Exclusive: Honorable Beth Harwell, Speaker of the House of Representatives in Tennessee, appointed Murfreesboro resident Jane Ireland Skidmore Honorary Page of the Te.... Read More

Rutherford County Ranks 4th in the State for Teen Traffic Fatalities

Mar 19, 2014 at 01:45 pm by bryan

Rutherford County ranks number 4 in the state for teen fatality accidents, according to the Sheriff's Office. Because of that reason, the local Sheriff’s Office received a gra.... Read More

iPad Thieves Target Best Buy Mobile Store in Murfreesboro

Mar 19, 2014 at 01:26 pm by bryan

Do you like iPad’s? Apparently thieves do. Three thieves headed to the Best Buy Mobile Store in the Stones River Mall and stole 8 to 10 iPads. They were valued at over $3,700..... Read More

UPDATE: Smyrna Air Show will be on June 14, Date Confirmed

Mar 19, 2014 at 09:58 am by bryan

The United States Navy Blue Angels precision flight demonstration team soars into Middle Tennessee to headline the 2014 Great Tennessee Air Show on Saturday, June 14 and Sunda.... Read More

Drivers License Checkpoint is This Friday in Rutherford County

Mar 19, 2014 at 09:01 am by bryan

A drivers license checkpoint is being planned by the Tennessee Highway Patrol in Rutherford County for this Friday.   Again, that next checkpoint is this Friday in Eaglevill.... Read More

Local History Preserved On The Cripple Creek Farm

Mar 19, 2014 at 06:27 am by bryan

An important part of preserving details of local history is to keep the markers in area cemeteries in good repair. Local historian Steve Cates (left photo) updated WGNS on rec.... Read More