February Statistics Show Decreases in Unemployment for Cities Within Rutherford County

Mar 28, 2024 at 06:27 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Rutherford County boasts the third-lowest unemployment rate in the state, standing at just 2.2%. Data released by the State of Tennessee reveals that.... Read More

Get Involved in April for Child Abuse Prevention Month

Mar 28, 2024 at 11:23 am by WGNS News

(MURFREESBORO) – “National Child Abuse Prevention Month is more than just raising awareness about the reality of child maltreatment. It's about taking action to.... Read More

Planning for New Park in Blackman Area Continues

Mar 28, 2024 at 11:07 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Planning is underway for that new Murfreesboro Park, which will be in the Blackman area... That was assistant parks director Thomas Laird. The parks.... Read More

MTSU to host LGBT Plus College Conference April 4-6 on Campus

Mar 27, 2024 at 08:28 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — “Standing Strong” for diversity and inclusion is the focus of the 2024 LGBT Plus College Conference, set for Thursday-Sa.... Read More

Unmasking the Princess Commentary and a Look at Photo Editing, Media Scrutiny and People

Mar 27, 2024 at 04:03 pm by WGNS News

OPINION: In today’s media commentary, MTSU Professor of Journalism Larry Burriss discusses Princess Kate and the recent media scrutiny over the controversy surrounding a.... Read More

La Vergne SROs Help Homeless Student Repair Van that Served as his Home

Mar 26, 2024 at 06:13 am by WGNS News

La Vergne, TN - La Vergne High School SRO Cody Didier and SRO Jeremy Gregory helped a homeless, 17-year-old student obtain parts for the broken van he lived in, repaire.... Read More

Franklin Man Indicted on Federal Child Exploitation and Immigration Offenses, while Also Facing 15+ Rape and Child Rape Charges Locally

Mar 25, 2024 at 09:42 pm by WGNS News

Williamson County, TN - Next door to Rutherford County, in Franklin, Tennessee, a man is facing a slew of federal criminal charges alongside numerous local charges, includin.... Read More

New Soccer Program Launches in Murfreesboro, Offering Developmental Programs for Kids

Mar 25, 2024 at 07:43 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN– New Soccer Program Launches in Murfreesboro, Offering Developmental Fun for Kids A new opportunity for young soccer enthusiasts and youngsters who h.... Read More

Former Rap Artist Inspires Change at Rutherford County Correctional Work Center

Mar 25, 2024 at 06:01 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - Former Rap Artist Patrick Houston gave a presentation to over 100 residents at the Rutherford County Correctional Work Center (RCCWC) Thursday.&nb.... Read More

Group Claims Proposed Bill in TN Endangers LGBTQ+ Youth

Mar 21, 2024 at 02:21 pm by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, TN — According to the Human Rights Campaign, an LGBTQ advocacy organization,  the Tennessee Senate passed the Tennessee Foster and Adoptive Par.... Read More

The Crucible at The Arts Center of Cannon County

Mar 18, 2024 at 03:38 pm by WGNS News

WOODBURY, Tenn. – Arthur Miller’s drama THE CRUCIBLE is set to open Friday, March 29th and runs through Sunday, April 14th, at the award-winning Arts Center of C.... Read More

MTSU: Special Library Exhibit, Core Classes for Students and Alumni Involvement

Mar 18, 2024 at 09:15 am by WGNS News

  SEGMENT ONE GUESTS: Susan Martin, Special Collections librarian at the James E. Walker Library, and Susan Hanson, Special Collections curator TOPIC: Walker Libra.... Read More

Murfreesboro Airport Receives ‘2023 Airport of the Year’ and ‘Outstanding Contributions to General Aviation’ in Tennessee

Mar 14, 2024 at 05:39 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. -  The Murfreesboro Municipal Airport has received high marks in recent weeks. Murfreesboro Assistant City Manager Sam Huddleston told WGNS News....... Read More

Don't Press Your Luck This St. Patrick's Day - Don't Drive Drunk

Mar 14, 2024 at 12:14 pm by WGNS News

As St. Patrick's Day approaches, bars are likely preparing for an influx of customers, most of whom will be searching for adult beverages that are filled with a tint of gree.... Read More

TDCI’s Securities Division Urges Tennesseans To Focus on Fighting Fraud, Identity Theft

Mar 14, 2024 at 11:45 am by WGNS News

Scammers, identity thieves, and fraudsters cheated Tennesseans out of a reported $133.6 million of their hard-earned money in 2023, landing Tennessee as the state.... Read More

United Communications and MTE Launch Operations Center - Supporting $85M Fiber Expansion

Mar 13, 2024 at 11:08 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN - In a move to expand internet connectivity in Murfreesboro and Rutherford County, United Communications, in partnership with Middle Tennessee Electric (MTE.... Read More

Murfree Spring Boardwalk 100% Open Again!

Mar 13, 2024 at 09:29 pm by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO) The Murfree Springs Boardwalk is now - completely, entirely, totally, 100% OPEN!! The wait is over, so get out there and enjoy all that the wetlands offer like.... Read More

TN Supreme Court Halts Appeal in Rutherford County Rape Case from Moving Forward

Mar 12, 2024 at 07:40 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN – The Tennessee Supreme Court has closed-out any chances of an appeal for a man who was convicted of aggravated rape in Rutherford County in 2021.... Read More

MTSU to Hold March 19 Board of Trustees Meeting - AI Use and Rule Changes

Mar 12, 2024 at 03:57 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN - Middle Tennessee State University's Board of Trustees are scheduled to convene for committee meetings on Tuesday, February 27, at the Miller Education Cente.... Read More

Volunteers Needed for Local Special Olympics Events to Fill the Stands

Mar 07, 2024 at 10:11 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - The Murfreesboro Parks and Rec Department are trying to fill the stands at the upcoming Area 16 Special Olympics event... That was Assistant Parks.... Read More