Rutherford County

Inaugural 'Free Cycle' helps meet MTSU students' living, school needs

Aug 10, 2022 at 03:13 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — MTSU student Zofia Zagalsky had an eye on one specific item: “I really was wanting the lamp I got to help mitigate some of my.... Read More

Home Prices have Greatly Increased in Murfreesboro as the Supply of Building Lots have Dropped

Aug 10, 2022 at 03:07 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — The growth that Rutherford County has experienced has greatly increased home prices. The growth has also led to a lack of supply – that.... Read More

11th Annual Wine Around the Square set for October 22

Aug 10, 2022 at 09:00 am by WGNS

The 11th Annual Wine Around the Square, benefiting the Power of Pink Fund, will return to Murfreesboro this October. Funds raised at the event will provide mammography for und.... Read More

Wanted Nashville man arrested in Murfreesboro while allegedly driving a stolen SUV

Aug 09, 2022 at 10:03 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – A Nashville man was arrested and is now facing multiple charges after allegedly stealing an SUV that had the keys inside of it. The.... Read More

STUDY: Tennessee ranks 36th in child well-being - Children living in poverty and more

Aug 09, 2022 at 08:31 pm by WGNS

Newly released data show Tennessee ranks 36th in overall child well-being, according to the 2022 KIDS COUNT® Data Book, a 50-state report of recent household data dev.... Read More

Monkeypox Cases UP Again in Tennessee and Across the United States

Aug 09, 2022 at 09:58 am by WGNS

As of Tuesday morning (6AM on 08/09/2022), the CDC confirmed 8,934 cases of monkeypox across the United States. That count has risen by 5,447cases over the past 15-days. In Te.... Read More

COMMENTARY: MTSU Professor Highlights the Need to DROP The Political FLUFF as we Near November 8th Election Date

Aug 09, 2022 at 06:31 am by WGNS

COMMENTARY: Dealing with the issues and leaving the fluff behind, is what some people wish politicians and news networks would do as we inch closer to the November 8th State a.... Read More

Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Adds Well-Known Community Member to Board of Directors

Aug 08, 2022 at 05:16 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, TN - Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford has announced that Kristin Demos, longtime Vice President of Brand and Retail for Demos Brands, has joined the hospital&rs.... Read More

UPDATE: Woman Allegedly Steals Good Samaritan’s SUV After Victim Stopped to Help Her - Child Was In Stolen SUV

Aug 08, 2022 at 01:45 pm by WGNS

UPDATED on 08/08/2022: MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – A 19-year-old woman is in custody after allegedly stealing a Good Samaritan’s SUV with an 18-year-old and a minor.... Read More

The Oakland High School FFA chapter of Murfreesboro has been named a Two Star Chapter for 2022 National Chapter award by National FFA Organization

Aug 08, 2022 at 11:45 am by WGNS

INDIANAPOLIS – The Oakland High School FFA chapter has been recognized in 2022 National Chapter Award Program from the National FFA Organization. The program recognizes.... Read More

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MTSU helps Big Machine Music City Grand Prix and honors troops, veterans

Aug 06, 2022 at 05:45 pm by WGNS

For one shining moment, in the middle of the biggest Indy Car race in Tennessee, a future Army Reserve officer and incoming Middle Tennessee State University freshman from Wat.... Read More

Pedestrian Struck by Vehicle and Killed Friday

Aug 05, 2022 at 01:16 pm by WGNS

UPDATED: MURFREESBORO, TN –Fatal Accident Crash Team investigators are now in search of the driver of a gray Toyota Tacoma pickup. Police say the driver may be a vital w.... Read More

The Rutherford County District Attorney's Show with Host J. Paul Newman

Aug 05, 2022 at 11:30 am by WGNS

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August 4th Election Results

Aug 04, 2022 at 10:48 pm by WGNS

There are several new faces in local government after the August 4th county, municipal and state primary elections. 29,377 election day, early and absentee votes were c.... Read More

MPD: Missing Person Last Seen in the Murfreesboro, TN Area

Aug 04, 2022 at 10:25 pm by WGNS

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TENN. - Murfreesboro Police have issued a BOLO (Be On the Lookout) for a 22-year-old African American female. Authorities told WGNS NEWS that Mya Christine.... Read More

Local Farmers Market at Lane Agri Park in Murfreesboro Continues - Now Thru Last Friday in October

Aug 04, 2022 at 04:16 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, TN - August is peak produce time in Tennessee for many of your favorite fruits and vegetables. Farmers markets from east to west and in between are packed with f.... Read More

University brings in a record $17.2M-plus in donations during fundraising year

Aug 04, 2022 at 03:30 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee State University boasted a record fundraising year for 2021-22, bringing in more than $17.2 million in private donations.... Read More

Murfreesboro City Schools STEM Programs Receive a Nissan Neighbor Gift

Aug 04, 2022 at 01:08 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Murfreesboro City Schools (MCS) received a $25,000 donation from The Business Education Partnership (BEP) Foundation in conjunction.... Read More

Grant that added a mental health expert to the Murfreesboro Police Force set to expire in 2023 - MPD could make this a permanent position

Aug 04, 2022 at 12:59 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – In February of this year, the Murfreesboro Police Department announced the addition of their very first mental health co-responder to be.... Read More

Central Valley Greenway to be Extended and the Latest Disc Golf Course on Central Valley Road

Aug 04, 2022 at 12:00 pm by WGNS

Frisbee golf has been a popular hobby for local residents, which is why there are three courses in Rutherford County. One course is at Barfield Crescent Park in Murfreesboro,.... Read More