For the 2nd in her 49 years as an educator, Barfield Principal Judy Goodwin named Principal of the Year for Rutherford County Schools; now will compete for state title

Mar 04, 2021 at 01:30 pm by WGNS

By KEITH RYAN CARTWRIGHT Judy Goodwin is a circle living in a square world.She is a creative spirit “who pays attention to whacky ideas that come through inspiratio.... Read More

Burn Permits Required Through May 15

Mar 04, 2021 at 11:23 am by WGNS

With the snow and ice behind us, warmer weather is springing up across the state. That’s a sign it’s time for yard and farm clean-up.With debris burning a useful t.... Read More

New MTSU organization ‘TAPS’ into every aspect of aerospace

Mar 04, 2021 at 10:40 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Already off the ground, the newest MTSU student organization takes flight this week with its first in-person meeting.The Tennes.... Read More

Idea of Generator Powering Home

Mar 04, 2021 at 09:30 am by WGNS

After the recent ice storms, some residents have thought about hooking up a generator at their home. Middle Tennessee Electric’s Amy Byers stated…She said when po.... Read More

Photo of the Day: CLOTHING BRANDS? WHO NEEDS THAT?

Mar 03, 2021 at 08:52 pm by WGNS

by Scott Walker  The kids, the shoes, the clothing… No one cares and you don’t hear children making fun of one another for the brand of shoes one wears or.... Read More
Rutherford County Sheriff’s SWAT Team members walk toward a barricaded suspect’s home Wednesday on Bradyville Pike.

RUTHERFORD COUNTY: Man Barricaded Himself in for Six Hours at Home off of Bradyville Pike

Mar 03, 2021 at 05:57 pm by WGNS

A man who allegedly shot a relative’s tire barricaded himself for six hours before surrendering to Rutherford County Sheriff’s SWAT team Wednesday off Bradyville P.... Read More

Supreme Court Honors Rutherford County Lawyers For Remarkable Service

Mar 03, 2021 at 01:59 pm by WGNS

The Tennessee Supreme Court and the Access to Justice Commission recently recognized seventeen Rutherford County lawyers as 2020 Attorneys for Justice, an honor awarded to all.... Read More

A Chance to Serve in a Time of Disaster with Disaster Relief Training

Mar 03, 2021 at 08:57 am by WGNS

Few ministry opportunities are more rewarding than serving in Disaster Relief. Volunteer training is required for all Tennessee Baptist Disaster Relief teams and is often requ.... Read More

Car Vs. House in Murfreesboro on Tuesday Morning in Murfreesboro

Mar 02, 2021 at 02:42 pm by WGNS

There was a “Car Vs. House” accident that took place on Tuesday morning in Murfreesboro. Evidently, the car collided with the home at around 5:45AM.The incident ha.... Read More

MTSU graduate school hits record spring semester enrollment

Mar 02, 2021 at 02:30 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — MTSU’s College of Graduate Studies reported a record spring semester enrollment of 2,919 students, continuing a promising tren.... Read More

Golden Eggs Hidden Around Murfreesboro by McDonald's Fast Food Restaurant

Mar 02, 2021 at 02:20 pm by WGNS

A golden egg hunt is underway throughout Murfreesboro to celebrate the launch of McDonald's Crispy Chicken Sandwich. In fact, there are a total of 50 large, golden eggs hidden.... Read More
Pictured left to right, Lisbeth Couser, Roseann Barton, Jeremy Palmer, Nancy Roark,  Annmarie Kaspy and Lauren Cooley.

Chicken Salad Chick makes $20,030 Investment in The Journey Home

Mar 02, 2021 at 01:58 pm by WGNS

Chicken Salad Chick recently presented The Journey Home with a $20,030 gift to further the efforts of the nonprofit. During December of last year, Chicken Salad Chicks in the.... Read More

Rutherford County Launches Local COVID-19 Vaccine Sign-Up Website

Mar 02, 2021 at 01:45 pm by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN—Rutherford County announced Tuesday the launch of a local website (www.covidrc.com)  for residents to sign-up to get the COVID-19 vaccine. &l.... Read More

The Center for the Arts and Center Stage Academy presents Tuck Everlasting at Cannonsburgh Village

Mar 02, 2021 at 09:29 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, Tenn. – Take a step back in time and join the magical Tuck family for Center Stage Academy’s production of Tuck Everlasting performed by the Center f.... Read More

UPDATE: 18-Year Old Arrested for Sunday Shooting in Murfreesboro Hotel

Mar 01, 2021 at 11:44 am by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO)  Here's an update on the Sunday (2/28/2021) morning shooting inside a second floor room at the Baymont Inn & Suites at 2230 Armory Drive. A 15-year old.... Read More

MTSU Testing Tornado Sirens

Mar 01, 2021 at 11:31 am by WGNS

MTSU will continue its “first Monday” tornado–siren testing schedule for the 2020-21 academic. In fact, you may have heard tornado s.... Read More

Rutherford County COVID-19 Rental Relief Program to Launch March 8

Mar 01, 2021 at 10:39 am by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN—Rutherford County will begin accepting applications for the 2021 Rutherford County COVID-19 Rental Relief Program beginning Monday, March 8.The pro.... Read More

"Shots Fired" Call Sends Murfreesboro Police to the Barfield Downs Subdivision this past Friday

Mar 01, 2021 at 10:07 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro Police responded to a “Shots Fired” call on Friday afternoon at the Barfield Downs subdivision. Several residents who live in the Barfield Road neighb.... Read More

Car Found in Stones River on Elam Road Slab Monday Morning

Mar 01, 2021 at 07:50 am by WGNS

Rutherford County Fire and Rescue firefighters checked for occupants of a car found Monday morning at County Farm Road and Elam Road. The incident occured on th.... Read More

TDOT Working to Repair Potholes on Highway and Interstate System

Mar 01, 2021 at 07:16 am by WGNS

Pothole repair continues, as a result of the recent ice and snow that hit Middle Tennessee.The repairs to city and county roads are being performed by the Rutherford County Hi.... Read More