New Rutherford County Sheriff's Patrol Deputies Complete Orientation Program

Mar 22, 2023 at 11:22 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - Five patrol deputies in training received badges from Sheriff Mike Fitzhugh Friday. The sheriff presented the badges to new patrol deputies are.... Read More

‘Tutor Time’ named best in show at Rutherford County Schools STEM Expo

Mar 22, 2023 at 10:10 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - MTSU hosted the fifth annual RCS STEM Expo on Monday, where Rutherford County Schools’ students showcased their projects designed to solve real-w.... Read More
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NTSB Report Released on Remnant Fellowship Church Plane Crash that Killed Gwen Shamblin Lara in 2021

Mar 22, 2023 at 05:12 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, TN - The National Transportation Safety Board has released the final crash report from their investigation into a Rutherford County plane crash that occurred in 2021,.... Read More

UPDATE: Man Accused of Murdering his Neighbor in Christiana Scheduled for Hearing in Rutherford County Courts on May 1st

Mar 21, 2023 at 11:00 am by WGNS News

Christiana, TN - UPDATE: A Christiana man charged with the murder of his neighbor is scheduled to appear in court for a criminal hearing on May 1, 2023.  55-Year-old.... Read More

Burn Permits Required Through May 15

Mar 21, 2023 at 09:59 am by WGNS News

A debris burn permit is required through May 15 for outdoor burning from the Tennessee Department of Agriculture’s Division of Forestry where local restrictions do not a.... Read More

UPDATE: Rutherford County Man to Face Solicitation of a Child Charge in a Florida Court Next Month

Mar 20, 2023 at 06:00 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY – A Rutherford County man arrested last year on charges in Florida that include using a computer to seduce, solicit or lure a child (847.0135.3a) and t.... Read More

Remembering Jon Hall

Mar 19, 2023 at 01:10 pm by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO) Have you ever thought “life is so fragile”? That idea showed itself again with the unexpected and sudden passing of Jon Eric Hall on Thursday e.... Read More

Rutherford County Schools STEM Expo on Monday, March 20

Mar 16, 2023 at 08:30 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - More than 300 students representing 17 schools and 168 projects will convene Monday for the Fifth Annual Rutherford County Schools’ STEM Expo. Th.... Read More

AAA: Prom and Graduation Season is Deadly for Teen Drivers in Rutherford County

Mar 15, 2023 at 10:34 pm by WGNS News

AAA is working with Tennessee schools to prevent prom and graduation season from turning deadly on the road. The Auto Club Group is offering its annual AAA PROMise p.... Read More

New Bills in Education Could Further Help with School Safety and Also School Funding in Rutherford County

Mar 14, 2023 at 04:20 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - A lot of changes are being proposed for schools throughout the state.  Bills dealing with the 3rd Grade Retention rate, School Readiness, and.... Read More

Friday: Rocky Simpson

Mar 10, 2023 at 08:00 am by Producer

WGNS Slick Pig BBQ Birthday Winner: Rocky Simpson The birthday club winner receives Slick Pig's delicious banana pudding. Just stop by Slick Pig in Murfreesboro at 1920 East.... Read More

Smyrna Continues to have the Lowest Unemployment Rate in Rutherford County, TN

Mar 09, 2023 at 08:32 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - The end of seasonal holiday jobs in January can be counted as one of the contributing factors that led to higher county unemployment rates across Tenne.... Read More

UPDATE: 44-Year-Old Woman Missing Since Feb. 4, 2023 has been Located

Mar 07, 2023 at 06:20 am by WGNS News

(MURFREESBORO, TENN.) – A 44-year-old woman who was reported as missing in Murfreesboro has been found. Yasha N. Buchanan, who was last seen at the Rodeway Inn, loc.... Read More

Habitat for Humanity Continues Moving Forward with Construction of New Homes in Legacy Pointe Subdivision - Fundraiser This Thursday Evening

Mar 06, 2023 at 12:00 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN - Legacy Pointe, a Habitat for Humanity subdivision in Murfreesboro, continues to grow... That was Melissa Cross, Development Director for the Rutherford Coun.... Read More
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TN National Guard 23-09: Smyrna’s 45th Civil Support Team changes command

Mar 06, 2023 at 05:30 am by WGNS News

SMYRNA, Tenn. - The Tennessee National Guard's 45th Weapons of Mass Destruction - Civil Support Team conducted a change of command ceremony at Smyrna's Volunteer Training Site.... Read More

Bull Riding and More at Rodeo in Murfreesboro this Weekend

Mar 03, 2023 at 07:48 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN - The Rutherford County Rodeo is in Murfreesboro this weekend, both Friday and Saturday night (March 3rd and 4th). Paul Martin with the Community Foundation t.... Read More

Tennessee’s Volunteer Firefighters Honored During Volunteer Firefighters Week

Mar 03, 2023 at 07:41 pm by WGNS News

The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (“TDCI”) and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office honor the bravery, dedication, and sacrifices of.... Read More

Man Convicted of Rape Sentenced to 17-Years in Prison This Week in Murfreesboro

Mar 02, 2023 at 10:55 pm by WGNS News

UPDATE: (MURFREESBORO, TENN.) – A man who was arrested and charged with rape by Murfreesboro Police has been convicted and sentenced by the Circuit Courts of R.... Read More

A Newly Proposed Bill Could Help Fund Growth in the Rutherford County Schools

Mar 02, 2023 at 10:21 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - Newly proposed bills in the Tennessee General Assembly would help fund some of the school growth that Rutherford County is experiencing. JC Bowman, Exe.... Read More

Unemployment Numbers for Tennessee Remains Unchanged

Mar 02, 2023 at 02:36 pm by WGNS News

Tennessee started 2023 with continued low unemployment, according to the latest data released by the Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD). The rate for Januar.... Read More