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Unemployment Remains on a Downward Trend as the State’s Economy Continues to Rebound

Sep 17, 2021 at 09:55 am by WGNS

As Tennessee’s economy continues to rebound, the state has experienced three consecutive months of lower unemployment, according to newly released data from the Departme.... Read More

Downtown on the Farm, set for Sunday, Sept. 19 at Oaklands Mansion

Sep 17, 2021 at 09:50 am by WGNS

The 4th annual Downtown on the Farm, presented by Locally Owned Murfreesboro, is set for Sunday, Sept. 19 at Oaklands Mansion.This farm-to-table fundraising dinner features&nb.... Read More

TBI: Former Williamson County Deputy accused of mishandling information in rape case to potentially benefit friend

Sep 17, 2021 at 09:44 am by WGNS

FRANKLIN – A former Williamson County deputy faces a felony charge of misconduct following an investigation by special agents from the Tennessee Bureau of Investiga.... Read More

Local school's to hold safety drills for an active shooter and more on September 27th

Sep 16, 2021 at 05:44 pm by WGNS

Being a school resource officer has changed over the years and more than likely, what they train for in schools today, would not have been imaginable in the 1980's and perha.... Read More

MTSU's Baldwin Gallery exhibit showcases effort to preserve Baltimore’s architectural history

Sep 16, 2021 at 01:18 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — A Maryland-based photographer and archivist is bringing his eye for detail to MTSU's renowned Baldwin Photographic Gallery .... Read More

Lebanon Man Found Dead in Cumberland River

Sep 16, 2021 at 01:12 pm by WGNS

The body of a Lebanon, Tennessee man was recovered from the Cumberland River on Monday afternoon in West Nashville. Police say the body was first noticed by a tugboat operator.... Read More

Murfreesboro Public Works annual Fall Leaf Collection begins Oct. 1

Sep 16, 2021 at 11:54 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – The 2021 Fall Leaf Collection season begins October 1 and continues through December 31, 2021.  During this peak season, Oct. 1-Jan..... Read More

Hotels in Tennessee and Rutherford County expected to record a record loss in revenue, due to COVID-19

Sep 16, 2021 at 11:25 am by WGNS

Tennessee was hit hard by COVID-19 and the hotel industry, perhaps harder. The expected job loss at hotel’s across the Volunteer State is expected to add up to 5,600 job.... Read More

Eagleville seniors giving back to K-12 school through ‘challenges’

Sep 16, 2021 at 11:00 am by WGNS

Eagleville has been a unique community well-before it agreed to become part of Rutherford County in 1877.Today, it remains the only K-12 school in the district and, in her fir.... Read More

Fitzhugh to Run for Re-election to Rutherford County Sheriff

Sep 16, 2021 at 09:53 am by WGNS

Press Release from Rutherford County Sheriff Mike Fitzhugh on his plan to run for re-election for the Rutherford County Sheriff:MURFREESBORO – Rutherford County Sheriff.... Read More

Salute to Veterans and Learning About History

Sep 15, 2021 at 04:35 pm by WGNS

Retired US Army Master Sgt. Patrick Garland spent 17-years in the police corps and has learned more than most when it comes to understanding the causes of death. In this int.... Read More

3,378 Active COVID-19 Cases in Rutherford County and 95% of Patients Hospitalized w/COVID-19 in Murfreesboro did NOT Receive COVID Vaccination

Sep 15, 2021 at 03:52 pm by WGNS

  In Murfreesboro, the number of those with COVID-19 is high with 3,738 "Active" cases throughout Rutherford County. Included in that number are the 196 new cases report.... Read More

MTSU Board of Trustees endorses second effort to get state OK for removal of Forrest Hall name

Sep 15, 2021 at 02:10 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee State University’s Board of Trustees voted unanimously Tuesday to support efforts to gain permission from the state to.... Read More

Local Businessman Receives Award from Special Kids in Murfreesboro

Sep 15, 2021 at 11:50 am by WGNS

PHOTO: Special Kids Executive Director Chris Truelove presented John Floyd with the award along with a commemorative plaque earlier this summer, having this to say about.... Read More

Wanted Texas fugitive arrested in Murfreesboro on Tuesday

Sep 15, 2021 at 10:53 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – A Texas man wanted on a fugitive from justice warrant, for removing an ankle monitor and jumping bail, is arrested in Murfreesboro after briefly re.... Read More

Cookin’ to Build is Back and Continues to Help the Local Habitat for Humanity

Sep 15, 2021 at 06:00 am by WGNS

Update: You have just one more month to paint your bowl for the 2021 Cookin' to Build. Bowl painting ends on October 15th.The 14th Annual COOKIN' TO BUILD offers all you can e.... Read More

Man charged with rape and multiple counts of aggravated statutory rape

Sep 14, 2021 at 06:13 pm by WGNS

  A 31-year-old man by the name of Billy Savage was said to be on the run for over a year, after learning that he was facing rape charges that were handed down by a Ruth.... Read More

BUSINESS: Two First Community Mortgage employees among 2021 HW Insiders national 100 list, One in Murfreesboro

Sep 14, 2021 at 01:32 pm by WGNS

Two employees of First Community Mortgage, Jennifer Bourgeois and Candra McLaughlin, are among the 100 operational superstars in housing included in H.... Read More

Annual Old Timers Festival in LaVergne Scheduled for September 18

Sep 14, 2021 at 01:24 pm by WGNS

(La Vergne, Tenn.) The City of La Vergne is putting its final touches on the highly anticipated Old Timers Festival, which is scheduled for this Saturday, Sept. 18. With.... Read More

Tennessee State Trooper Dies in Motorcycle Accident

Sep 14, 2021 at 01:04 pm by WGNS

A member of the Tennessee Highway Patrol was killed in a Nashville motorcycle accident this past Sunday afternoon when he collided with a car on 21st Avenue South at Portlan.... Read More