Rutherford County

Get Involved in April for Child Abuse Prevention Month

Mar 28, 2024 at 11:23 am by WGNS News

(MURFREESBORO) – “National Child Abuse Prevention Month is more than just raising awareness about the reality of child maltreatment. It's about taking action to.... Read More

Planning for New Park in Blackman Area Continues

Mar 28, 2024 at 11:07 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Planning is underway for that new Murfreesboro Park, which will be in the Blackman area... That was assistant parks director Thomas Laird. The parks.... Read More

MTSU to host LGBT Plus College Conference April 4-6 on Campus

Mar 27, 2024 at 08:28 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — “Standing Strong” for diversity and inclusion is the focus of the 2024 LGBT Plus College Conference, set for Thursday-Sa.... Read More

Rutherford County Correctional Work Center Sergeant Attains National Certification as Certified Jail Officer

Mar 27, 2024 at 04:36 pm by Chandelar Williams

Rutherford County, TN - In a significant recognition of excellence in the field of corrections, Sergeant Thad Oclaray of the Rutherford County Correctional Work Center has ach.... Read More

From Tire Shop to Empowerment: The Story of Liberty Station

Mar 26, 2024 at 09:41 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - It sits inside what was once an automotive tire shop… Liberty’s Station is one of the most distinct eateries in Rutherford County, serving as a.... Read More

La Vergne SROs Help Homeless Student Repair Van that Served as his Home

Mar 26, 2024 at 06:13 am by WGNS News

La Vergne, TN - La Vergne High School SRO Cody Didier and SRO Jeremy Gregory helped a homeless, 17-year-old student obtain parts for the broken van he lived in, repaire.... Read More

New Soccer Program Launches in Murfreesboro, Offering Developmental Programs for Kids

Mar 25, 2024 at 07:43 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN– New Soccer Program Launches in Murfreesboro, Offering Developmental Fun for Kids A new opportunity for young soccer enthusiasts and youngsters who h.... Read More

Local Gas Prices Lower than Counties North and West of Murfreesboro

Mar 25, 2024 at 03:14 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Pump price increases across the state gained momentum last week, rising nine cents on average. The Tennessee Gas Price average is now.... Read More

La Vergne High School SROs Extend Compassionate Aid to Homeless Student

Mar 25, 2024 at 10:59 am by Chandelar Williams

La Vergne, TN - In a heartwarming display of compassion and community support, School Resource Officers (SROs) Cody Didier and Jeremy Gregory from La Vergne High School steppe.... Read More

Elevated Fire Danger Prompts Cautionary Measures in Rutherford County

Mar 25, 2024 at 10:44 am by Chandelar Williams

Rutherford County, TN - Residents are urged to exercise caution as Rutherford County faces elevated fire danger on March 25th due to high winds and other contributing factors..... Read More

3.3% Unemployment in Tennessee

Mar 23, 2024 at 10:33 am by WGNS

Nashville, TN - After a slight increase at the start of 2024, Tennessee’s unemployment rate dropped to near record-low levels in February. Department of Labor and Workfo.... Read More

Middle Point Landfill’s $70M Renewable Natural Gas Site

Mar 21, 2024 at 07:16 pm by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO) Middle Point Landfill operators have broken ground on an approximately $70 million renewable natural gas (RNG) site on the west side of the landfill property, a.... Read More

Warning: Scammers Target Rutherford County Residents with Jury Duty Threats

Mar 20, 2024 at 06:01 pm by Chandelar Williams

Rutherford County, TN - Residents of Rutherford County are being urged to remain vigilant as scammers continue to prey on unsuspecting individuals by posing as law enforcement.... Read More

Rutherford County School Teacher Faces Suspension Amidst Allegations of Misconduct

Mar 20, 2024 at 04:02 pm by Chandelar Williams

Smyrna, TN - In a startling turn of events, a Rutherford County school teacher finds themselves embroiled in controversy following allegations of professional misconduct and n.... Read More

Rollover Crash Temporarily Closes Versailles Road in Rutherford County

Mar 19, 2024 at 03:38 pm by Chandelar Williams

Rutherford County, TN - Versailles Road near Rockvale faced temporary closure following a rollover crash earlier today. The incident, occurring in Rutherford County, involved.... Read More

UPDATE: Fatal Accident on I-24 East in Murfreesboro this Past Sunday

Mar 18, 2024 at 12:08 pm by WGNS News

(MURFREESBORO, TN) WGNS now has further details on the Sunday morning accident that tragically claimed a life at precisely 4:56 AM this past weekend. The incident occurred o.... Read More

Rutherford County Teacher Under Investigation for Alleged Inappropriate Conduct

Mar 14, 2024 at 10:22 pm by Chandelar Williams

Rutherford County, TN - The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is currently probing allegations against John Duncan, a teacher at Daniel-McKee Alternative School in Rutherford.... Read More

Murfreesboro Airport Receives ‘2023 Airport of the Year’ and ‘Outstanding Contributions to General Aviation’ in Tennessee

Mar 14, 2024 at 05:39 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. -  The Murfreesboro Municipal Airport has received high marks in recent weeks. Murfreesboro Assistant City Manager Sam Huddleston told WGNS News....... Read More

Don't Press Your Luck This St. Patrick's Day - Don't Drive Drunk

Mar 14, 2024 at 12:14 pm by WGNS News

As St. Patrick's Day approaches, bars are likely preparing for an influx of customers, most of whom will be searching for adult beverages that are filled with a tint of gree.... Read More

Murfree Spring Boardwalk 100% Open Again!

Mar 13, 2024 at 09:29 pm by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO) The Murfree Springs Boardwalk is now - completely, entirely, totally, 100% OPEN!! The wait is over, so get out there and enjoy all that the wetlands offer like.... Read More