MTSU agritourism ‘Harvest Handbags’ project brings joy, agriculture to 80 Campus School students

Nov 27, 2020 at 02:15 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — It was hard to judge who had the most fun — a group of MTSU agritourism students who prepared agriculture-related “Harvest Handbags&rdq.... Read More

Christmas At Oaklands (nights: Dec. 11-19)

Nov 27, 2020 at 11:21 am by WGNS

Fri-Sat (Dec. 11-19, 2020) 5:00, 6:00, and 7:00PM  Christmas at Oaklands, evening tours of the festively decorated mansion. Visiting Oaklands Mansion has been a.... Read More

Middle Point Landfill in Walter Hill Area reports Decline in Odor Related Complaints

Nov 27, 2020 at 10:41 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Over the last two months, the Middle Point Landfill team has expedited the installation of new and replacement gas wells at the site to help reduce.... Read More

Rutherford County School Students return to "In Classroom" Learning on Tuesday, but Schools Open for "Virtual Learning" on Monday

Nov 27, 2020 at 10:28 am by WGNS

RUTHERFORD COUNTY SCHOOLS: The Rutherford County School system was closed throughout the entire week of Thanksgiving and will re-open Monday with what has been labeled as a &l.... Read More

Nearby Cannon County Schools to Reopen to On Campus Learning Monday

Nov 27, 2020 at 09:31 am by WGNS

Cannon County Schools has announced that Monday, November 30th, 2020 will be a regular to On-Campus Instruction for ALL Cannon County Schools’ students.   AL.... Read More

As Temperatures Drop, Concern Grows over Home Fire Safety in Tennessee

Nov 27, 2020 at 09:16 am by WGNS

According to the state of Tennessee fire records in 2020, there have been 81 fire fatalities across the state. That is the same number as the total fire fatalities from 2019..... Read More

Police K9 Sjaak's Celebration of Service Memorial Dec. 1

Nov 27, 2020 at 09:04 am by WGNS

Memorial plans have been set to honor the life and service of a La Vergne K9 who was shot and killed in the line of duty. The Sjaak Celebration of Service Memorial will take p.... Read More

Rutherford County now has 9th Lowest Unemployment Rate in TN

Nov 27, 2020 at 08:57 am by WGNS

Many Tennessee counties experienced changes in their unemployment rates during October 2020, according to newly released data from the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workfo.... Read More

Auto Break-In At Barfield-Crescent Park?

Nov 26, 2020 at 02:31 pm by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO) A vehicle break-in at Barfield Park on November 4, 2020, has created prblems for one local resident.  The criminal stole the person's ID, along with credi.... Read More

The right fit of shoe is hard to find today - Penny Ray

Nov 26, 2020 at 09:00 am by WGNS

Have you ever tried to find the right shoe without success? Penny Ray with WGNS has found that full-service shoe stores have become the dinosaur of today's retail businesses..... Read More

Secretary Hargett Encourages Tennesseans to Give Wisely this Holiday Season

Nov 25, 2020 at 06:15 pm by WGNS

In this season of giving, Secretary of State Tre Hargett cautions Tennesseans to be wary of scams when making charitable donations."Tennesseans are generous and support each o.... Read More

Arrest after Series of Fires in DeKalb County / Center Hill Lake Area

Nov 25, 2020 at 12:05 pm by WGNS

An investigation by Special Agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and deputies with the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Department has resulted in the arrest of a Sm.... Read More

MTSU’s 'Missing Piece' collaboration showcases arts, sciences in real-life skills

Nov 25, 2020 at 12:00 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — A well-rounded education incorporates both arts and sciences to give students the tools to build the careers — and the lives &mdash.... Read More

Tennessee: 66.5% of all homes owner-occupied / Renters occupy the other 33.5%

Nov 25, 2020 at 11:47 am by WGNS

While homeownership has been on the rise since 2016, and early data suggests it could be surging during COVID-19, the national homeownership rate remains below peak levels and.... Read More

MTSU researcher-led study: Instructors need to address compatibility of religion, science while teaching evolution

Nov 25, 2020 at 11:25 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — A first-of-its-kind study led by Middle Tennessee State University biology researcher Elizabeth Barnes suggests that a dif.... Read More

Thomas Laird receives TRPA Fellow Award

Nov 25, 2020 at 10:36 am by WGNS

Thomas Laird, Assistant Director for Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Department (MPRD),  received the Tennessee Recreation and Parks Association (TRPA) 2020 Fellow Awar.... Read More

Murfreesboro Police Hiring "Emergency Communications Specialist II"

Nov 25, 2020 at 10:10 am by WGNS

The Murfreesboro Police Department has recently brought on 18 new officers. Furthermore, they are still in need of hiring more law enforcement officers, as explained by Chief.... Read More

18th Annual Hotcakes and Holly fundraising breakfast - virtually on Saturday, December 12th

Nov 25, 2020 at 08:00 am by WGNS

Rotary Club of Murfreesboro will be presenting their 18th Annual Hotcakes and Holly fundraising breakfast virtually on Saturday, December 12th from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m..... Read More

Oakland hosts Maryville Friday on State Farm Prep Football

Nov 25, 2020 at 07:45 am by WGNS

Oakland will host Maryville in one of two Class 6A football semifinal games Friday night. WGNS will have coverage of the game. These two teams are no stranger to playing in t.... Read More

25 Children to Receive Christmas Gifts, Thanks to the Help of a Local Business and the Sheriff's Office

Nov 24, 2020 at 09:26 pm by WGNS

Twenty-five children will discover presents under the tree with help from the Rutherford County community.The elementary school children were chosen to participate in the annu.... Read More