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Rutherford County Crash Reports Down in 2024, But School Zone Accidents Remain a Concern

Aug 08, 2024 at 10:56 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - The Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) has revealed that last year saw a concerning 905 crashes in school zones across the state. Determined to reduce that.... Read More

Beauty Bandits on the Loose: ULTA Heist Spreads Across Middle Tennessee

Aug 08, 2024 at 10:29 pm by WGNS News

LEBANON, TN - It seems like no beauty store in Middle Tennessee is safe these days. Just when we thought we'd heard it all, a new ULTA heist has emerged. But this time, the th.... Read More

Man Arrested in Smithville for Allegedly Soliciting Sexual Favors from Teen

Aug 08, 2024 at 12:52 pm by WGNS News

SMITHVILLE, TN - In nearby Smithville, TN, a 31-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly contributing to the delinquency of a minor, in addition to soliciting “sexua.... Read More

UPDATE: 26-Year-Old Motorcyclist Killed in Collision with SUV in Christiana

Aug 08, 2024 at 10:13 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. – On Tuesday evening just before 6 PM, a motorcyclist involved in an accident with a small SUV was killed. The wreck occurred in Christiana at t.... Read More

City of Murfreesboro's Investment Trust Committee to Soon Prepare for 2025 Funding Cycle

Aug 07, 2024 at 05:00 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Four years ago, the City of Murfreesboro sold its electric utility to Middle Tennessee Electric (MTE). Today, the funds from that sale are held in.... Read More

MTSU College of Education joins Nissan partnership to boost skills by training career technical educators for local high schools

Aug 07, 2024 at 01:11 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee State University’s College of Education is training Nissan automotive employees to teach technical courses in loca.... Read More

Tennessee Board of Regents and Google Announce Workforce Training Opfor Stu

Aug 07, 2024 at 01:07 pm by WGNS News

The Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) and Google announced a new partnership Tuesday that will help thousands of Tennessee community and technical college students earn Go.... Read More

Safety Emphasized in School Zones as Students Return to First Full Day of Class in Rutherford County on Thursday

Aug 07, 2024 at 12:59 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Sheriff’s deputies and Murfreesboro, Smyrna, and La Vergne police officers monitored school zones on Wednesday when Rutherford County and Murfree.... Read More

Murfreesboro to Finalize Termination Agreement with Notes Live During Workshop

Aug 07, 2024 at 11:58 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — The City Council meets for their regularly scheduled workshop this Thursday (Aug. 8, 2024), where council members will hear the 2nd and final readi.... Read More

David Aydelott Named New Conductor of Ethos Wind Symphony

Aug 06, 2024 at 07:48 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - The Board of Directors and faculty of the Ethos Youth Ensembles are excited to announce that David Aydelott will be the new conductor of the.... Read More

Annual Hummingbird Festival Returns to Murfreesboro's Barfield Crescent Park

Aug 06, 2024 at 07:11 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - The annual hummingbird festival will return to Murfreesboro later this month at Barfield Crescent Park… That was assistant parks and rec. director Ra.... Read More
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UPDATE: Traffic Delay on South Church Street Monday was Due to Downed Utility Pole

Aug 06, 2024 at 06:00 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN – UPDATE – A minivan took down a utility pole while traveling on S. Church Street Monday afternoon (8/5/2024). The vehicle then went under the can.... Read More

Commentary by MTSU Professor: Uncovering the Media's Role in Keeping Atomic Secrets

Aug 06, 2024 at 12:07 am by WGNS News

Commentary: Every August, news stories mark the anniversary of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki by interviewing survivors and discussing the societal impact. Howe.... Read More

U.S. Senate Just Took a Big Step to Hold Big Tech Accountable for Children’s Safety

Aug 05, 2024 at 11:54 pm by WGNS News

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Since 1998—the last year Congress passed a major law to reform the tech industry and protect children in the virtual space—a lot has changed. I.... Read More

Cool-Aid Program Offers Vital Support During Rutherford County Heat Wave

Aug 05, 2024 at 11:31 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN – Residents are urged to stay well-hydrated and avoid outdoor activities unless absolutely necessary throughout the week, as high heat index readin.... Read More

Local Non-Profit Fundraiser Aims to Empower Adults with Disabilities and Older Adults

Aug 05, 2024 at 10:33 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN – Local non-profit organization Journeys In Community Living is gearing up for its Annual Partners in the Journey Fundraiser, an essential event de.... Read More

UPDATE: Pedestrian Fatally Struck On Murfreesboro Pike Friday Night

Aug 05, 2024 at 10:16 pm by WGNS News

UPDATE: The pedestrian fatally struck in the Friday night collision on Murfreesboro Pike has been identified as Larry Brown. The preliminary investigation indicates 72-year-ol.... Read More

100-Year Anniversary of Walter Hill Elementary School

Aug 05, 2024 at 09:14 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Much has changed over the past 100 years. In 1924, a new car, like the Model T, cost about $290, and fuel was just 11 cents per gallon. A new home coul.... Read More

Rutherford County Fuel Prices: A Detailed Look at Local and State Trends

Aug 05, 2024 at 09:55 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Average gasoline prices in Tennessee have risen 3.4 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.06/g today, according to GasBuddy's survey of 3,821.... Read More

Ex-Convict Arrested for Sunday's Random Attacks on 2 Women in Downtown Nashville

Aug 05, 2024 at 08:00 am by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, TN - A 32-year-old convicted felon is in custody for Sunday afternoon’s random attacks on two women downtown. The accused was placed into custody by Metro Nas.... Read More