23rd Annual Earth Day on the Historic Murfreesboro Square THIS Saturday

Apr 18, 2024 at 11:32 am by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - The 23rd annual Earth Day Celebration is this Saturday on the historic downtown Murfreesboro square... That was Middle Tennessee Electric (MTE).... Read More

MTSU Students ‘Cruise’ Into Fun for Course Work in Aging Health and Development Class

Apr 18, 2024 at 10:44 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee State University Human Development and Family Science students recently went full speed ahead with a landlocked &ld.... Read More

Suspect Under Community Corrections from Murfreesboro Case Arrested in Nashville After 6-Wounded in Shooting Incident

Apr 17, 2024 at 04:54 pm by WGNS News

A total of six persons were wounded in gunfire and suspect, Erik Dewaun Williams, a 24-year-old who is currently under a community corrections sentence from a conviction i.... Read More

Rep. Mike Sparks Legislation Tracks Psychiatric Bed Tracking

Apr 17, 2024 at 02:15 pm by WGNS

(With Audio) Nashville, TN - The Temessee House unanimously approved legislation to help ease the burden on hospitals in Tennessee. House Bill 827, sponsored by State Rep.... Read More

OPINION: Debating the Impact of Technological Advancements on Film Quality and Authenticity with MTSU Professor Larry Burriss

Apr 17, 2024 at 09:40 am by WGNS News

Media Commentary: The evolution of film technology, from film to DVD to Blu-ray to 4K, has continually enhanced visual quality. However, advancements like artificial intelli.... Read More

Murfreesboro Cultural Arts 2024 Laureate

Apr 16, 2024 at 10:17 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. -- The Murfreesboro Parks and Rec Department has announced the Cultural Arts Laureate Program's 2024 Laureate, which marks the return of Kara Kemp for her.... Read More

Inside the Mongols Motorcycle Club and an Outcome of Federal Sentencing

Apr 15, 2024 at 09:55 pm by WGNS News

James Hines, 47, one of eighteen members and associates of the Clarksville chapter of the Mongols Motorcycle Club who were federally prosecuted for RICO conspiracy, murder, ki.... Read More

Lane Agri-Park's Bustling Season Begins with the Return of the Farmers' Next Month

Apr 15, 2024 at 09:25 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - The local Rutherford County Farmers' Market is gearing up to reopen for the 49th year. Commencing on Friday, May 10, the Lane Agri-Park will come to life.... Read More

Local Entrepreneurs Unite to Form a Company Supporting Other Businesses

Apr 15, 2024 at 05:30 pm by WGNS News

Middle, TN– Today marks the exciting debut of Foundations First (F1), a dynamic duo determined to revolutionize the business facilitation landscape. With a shared pass.... Read More

UPDATE on Saturday Night's FATAL Road Rage Shooting

Apr 15, 2024 at 03:45 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - Murfreesboro Police Department Criminal Investigations Division Violent Crimes detectives are still investigating what led to a road rage shooting th.... Read More

Listen: Family Businesses and a 35th Anniversary in Your 5-Minute Good Health Update from Sunshine Nutrition Center

Apr 15, 2024 at 07:00 am by WGNS News

  WGNS takes a look at getting healthy and making positive choices to feel better with Kim Hillsman Dunaway from Sunshine Nutrition Center. Today, we focus on the operat.... Read More

Sunday: La Vergne Home Fire

Apr 14, 2024 at 08:11 pm by WGNS

La Vergne, TN - On Sunday (4/14/2024) La Vergne Fire Rescue responded to a residential structure fire on Quail Drive. Upon arrival, firefighters encountere.... Read More

Rutherford County Health Department Receives Regional Award

Apr 13, 2024 at 10:40 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – The Tennessee Department of Health’s Mid-Cumberland Regional Office has chosen the Rutherford County Health Department as the Outstanding Hea.... Read More

Roadway Improvements Authorized for Burnt Knob / Manson Pike / Blackman Rd. Intersection

Apr 11, 2024 at 07:51 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - The Murfreesboro City Council, on Thursday, April 11, 2024, voted to approve a professional services contract worth $413,500 with Kimley Horn, Inc. The co.... Read More

‘Saddle Up’ for Fun, Good Cause at April 20th ACE Learning Center Fundraiser

Apr 10, 2024 at 04:26 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Mark your calendars for the 17th annual “Saddle Up” FUN-draiser event on Saturday, April 20, to support Middle T.... Read More

RCS Comments On Library Book Removals

Apr 09, 2024 at 03:44 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - WGNS attempts to give all views about issues that impact this community. In response to the recent allegations regarding the removal of library books w.... Read More

Op-Ed: Mike Sparks: "Uncommon solutions can help fix student behavioral health problems."

Apr 09, 2024 at 08:12 am by WGNS

(OpEd from 49th District State Rep. Mike Sparks - "Behavioral Health")  During my years in public service, I’ve always had a simple goal: to improve my community an.... Read More

Charity Celebrity Chess Tournament this Saturday in Murfreesboro

Apr 08, 2024 at 10:55 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN - Rutherford County Property Assessor Rob Mitchell has launched a chess program in Rutherford County that will benefit local at-risk children. This celebrity.... Read More

Grand Opening: Murfreesboro Housing Authority’s Newly Developed Oakland I and II Neighborhoods

Apr 08, 2024 at 10:03 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - The community is invited to a ribbon cutting, program, home tour and reception Thursday, April 18, at 11 a.m. at 402 Keeble Circle in Murfreesboro to cele.... Read More

Listen: Curbing the Aches and Pains of Arthritis in Your 5-Minute Good Health Update with Sunshine Nutrition Center

Apr 08, 2024 at 07:00 am by WGNS News

WGNS takes a look at getting healthy and making positive choices to feel better with Kim Hillsman Dunaway from Sunshine Nutrition Center. The show today focuses on Arthritis a.... Read More