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• Two Teenagers Arrested for New Vision Church Bomb Threat •

Apr 25, 2025 at 05:00 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Two teenagers have been arrested after allegedly posting a bomb threat on social media, claiming an explosive device was inside New Vision Church.... Read More

Governor Lee Proclaims October 23 as Imagine a Day Without Water Day

Oct 23, 2019 at 01:27 pm by Bryan Barrett

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee has proclaimed Oct. 23 as Imagine a Day Without Water Day as part of a national effort to raise awareness about the importance of water in our quality.... Read More

Car burglaries continue to plague the Murfreesboro area

May 09, 2022 at 02:40 pm by WGNS

(Murfreesboro, TN) As reported earlier, there has been a recent rash of vehicle break-ins. Between March 1st and May 8, 2022 there have been 184 reports of vehicle break-ins a.... Read More

Celebrated comedian Henry Cho to perform In Murfreesboro

Jan 17, 2023 at 07:01 pm by WGNS News

(Murfreesboro, TN) Henry Cho, known for his "clean comedy," will be performing two shows Friday, January 27 at The Walnut House in support of the Murfreesboro Kiwanis Foundati.... Read More

Storms at FIRST LIGHT

Mar 31, 2025 at 06:45 am by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN - As the skies grew ominous on Sunday (3/30-31/2025) night, Rutherford County took swift action to safeguard its residents. At 10:30 PM, the county's new.... Read More

23-Year Rockvale High Principal William Eris Read Died

Jan 23, 2016 at 07:34 am by Bryan Barrett

Longtime Rockvale High School Principal William Eris Read passed away on a snowy Friday morning at Adams Place. He served as principal of the Rockets for 23-years, and then wa.... Read More

Murfreesboro Rotary Begins 102nd Year

Jul 16, 2021 at 01:17 pm by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO) The Rotary Club of Murfreesboro began its 102nd fiscal year at the Stones River Country Club by honoring several members. MTSU’s Dr. Gloria Bonner w.... Read More

11-Year Old Boy Dies After Fall from Treehouse

Feb 20, 2014 at 02:10 pm by Bryan Barrett

11-year old Hayden Alexander will be laid to rest on Sunday. Alexander attended John Coleman Elementary School in Smyrna. Alexander died on Tuesday after a fall from a backyar.... Read More

11-Year Old Boy Dies After Fall from Treehouse

Feb 20, 2014 at 02:10 pm by Bryan Barrett

11-year old Hayden Alexander will be laid to rest on Sunday. Alexander attended John Coleman Elementary School in Smyrna. Alexander died on Tuesday after a fall from a backyar.... Read More

Mourning the Loss of Kathilu Mote, Beloved Educator and Wife of Longtime Extension Agent Mitchell Mote

May 12, 2025 at 06:06 pm by WGNS

ROCKVALE, Tenn. (WGNS) – Kathilu (pronounced Kathy Lou) Rader Mote, a cherished educator and devoted community member, passed away on Sunday (May 11, 2025) at the age of.... Read More

Journeys Second Annual Guess Who Contest ends - So who was the Ninja Turtle?

Oct 28, 2015 at 05:13 pm by Bryan Barrett

The staff and people served by local nonprofit Journeys in Community Living would like to thank Rutherford County Mayor Ernest Burgess for being this year's Mystery Guest in a.... Read More

Lowe's Theft Case Adds Up to More Than $1,600

Jul 26, 2022 at 08:46 pm by WGNS

The Murfreesboro Police Department is investigating a theft case at Lowe's that reportedly included two shopping carts filled with more than $1,600 in merchandise. Accordin.... Read More

Smoky skies in Murfreesboro and far beyond

Nov 14, 2016 at 06:09 am by Bryan Barrett

Rutherford County Fire Dispatch is receiving a large amount emergency calls. People are complaining of heavy smoke and the smell of something burning. According to Fire Chief.... Read More

Video Footage from Early Stages of Investigation Released After Double Shooting that Left 1-Dead at Murfreesboro Gas Station

May 17, 2024 at 09:58 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Murfreesboro Police have released video footage (SEE ABOVE) from the early stages of their investigation into a double shooting that left one man.... Read More

Recent MTSU 'honor flights' bring smiles to veterans, family members

May 08, 2015 at 09:59 am by Bryan Barrett

Eight veterans who served their country with pride received an airplane ride they'll cherish the rest of their lives Wednesday (May 6). The eight men -- seven from the Tennes.... Read More

City, County Mayors' appoint Joint Task Force on Emergency Medical Services

Sep 06, 2018 at 09:32 pm by Bryan Barrett

Newly-elected Rutherford County Mayor Bill Ketron and City of Murfreesboro Mayor Shane McFarland have appointed a Joint Task Force to review and recommend best practices for t.... Read More