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BREAKING NEWS: THE GREAT ZEBRA ESCAPE has ended...Ed Captured!

Jun 08, 2025 at 11:20 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - The world watched, breath held, as Ed the Zebra defied all odds. The striped sensation made a daring dash across Interstate 24, weaving between traffic li.... Read More

Murfreesboro Native Nora Walsh Named AACT National Teacher of the Year

Jun 08, 2025 at 08:03 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - Murfreesboro native Nora Goodman Walsh, daughter of Dr. Charles & Delia Goodman, has been honored as the 2025 High School Chemistry Teacher of the Yea.... Read More

The 71st Annual Blackman Barbecue: A True Southern Gathering

Jun 08, 2025 at 07:48 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - Y’all get ready, because the Blackman Barbecue is back! On Friday, June 27, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM, folks will gather at Lane Agri-Park fo.... Read More

Break-Thru TN Hosts Community Panel on Mental Health in Murfreesboro

Jun 07, 2025 at 05:35 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - Addressing the growing mental health crisis in Tennessee, Break-Thru TN will host a panel discussion on mental health this coming Monday at Fountains a.... Read More

Murfreesboro Parks & Recreation's FREE "Movies Under The Stars"

Jun 07, 2025 at 03:57 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - Movies Under the Stars has been a beloved tradition in Murfreesboro, TN since 1947. The event was created by Hollis Harris, who was the first employee.... Read More

Murfreesboro Welcomes International Folkfest Performers for a Week of Culture and Friendship

Jun 07, 2025 at 02:30 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - The city is buzzing with excitement as folk music and dance troupes from Estonia, Puerto Rico, and Poland are here for a week-long celebration of globa.... Read More

Shocking obelisk news brings Commissioner Read on WGNS this Friday!

Jun 07, 2025 at 10:55 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - For decades, Tennesseans believed that the obelisk on Old Lascassas Pike in Murfreesboro marked the state’s geographic center, but recent fi.... Read More

UP, UP and AWAY, the Great Tennesse Airshow is now in Smyrna

Jun 07, 2025 at 04:56 am by WGNS

Smyrna, TN - The Great Tennessee Air Show is soaring into Smyrna Airport this weekend, Saturday and Sunday, June 7th and 8th! And trust us, you do NOT want to miss this a.... Read More

Ram's Summertime Road Report

Jun 07, 2025 at 04:09 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - It's "Summertime" and we hope "the live'n is easy".  Murfreesboro Transportation Department's Deputy Director Ram Balachandran has created a computer m.... Read More

Saturday is another day, will the zebra be safely captured?

Jun 07, 2025 at 03:45 am by WGNS

Christiana, TN - The Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office has been working to calm and capture a zebra that escaped a week ago near Christiana, Tennessee. The zebra w.... Read More
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Sliding into Summer: Murfreesboro Seniors Ride, Laugh, and Soak Up the Fun!

Jun 07, 2025 at 03:29 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN -  Who says summer fun is just for kids? This past Friday (6/6/2025) at AdamsPlace, local senior residents proved that age is just a number as they took.... Read More

MTSU Trustees Name New Student-Athlete Performance Center in Honor of Stephen and Denise Smith

Jun 06, 2025 at 06:19 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - The Middle Tennessee State University Board of Trustees has voted to name its soon-to-be-completed Student-Athlete Performance Center in honor of Board.... Read More

SUV driver faces DUI and gun charges after crashing into utility poles

Jun 06, 2025 at 04:01 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) – More on the crash that downed power poles on NW Broad Street at Medical Center Parkway Friday morning (6/6/2025), Murfreesboro Police repo.... Read More

Blue Angels reps speak to packed house at MTSU

Jun 06, 2025 at 03:12 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - U.S. Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Mychael Kisling, a former MTSU and Siegel High School student, always dreamed of joining the Navy’s elite B.... Read More

La Vergne Police Continue Crackdown on Crime with Coordinated Arrest

Jun 06, 2025 at 09:40 am by WGNS

LA VERGNE, TN (WGNS) - Law enforcement officers in La Vergne successfully apprehended a suspect wanted for multiple felony offenses, reinforcing the city’s commitme.... Read More

Bridgestone’s La Vergne Plant Closure Raises Concerns Among Rutherford County Residents

Jun 06, 2025 at 09:20 am by WGNS

LA VERGNE, TN (WGNS) – Rutherford County residents are expressing concerns following the announcement that Bridgestone Americas will permanently close its truck and bu.... Read More
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UPDATE: 2 utility poles downed, but replaced--all back to normal!

Jun 06, 2025 at 07:41 am by Producer

UPDATE MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - A single-vehicle SUV crashed into a utility pole around 6:45AM Friday morning (6/6/2025) on NW Broad Street at Bell Jewelers. One pole w.... Read More

Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Hosted First-Ever Citizens CPR Class

Jun 06, 2025 at 06:58 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - The Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department (MFRD) held its inaugural Citizens CPR Class last Saturday 5/31/2025). The free training session wa.... Read More

Blue Angels are Here! The Great Tennessee Airshow in Smyrna THIS WEEKEND!

Jun 05, 2025 at 10:41 pm by WGNS

SMYRNA, Tenn. (WGNS) – Get ready to soak up the sights and sounds of aviation excellence as The Great Tennessee Airshow returns to Smyrna Airport this Saturday an.... Read More

Rutherford County Champions Chess-Based Education to Equip Youth with Critical Thinking and Conflict Resolution Skills

Jun 05, 2025 at 10:15 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) – In a bold response to rising societal challenges, Rutherford County is leading the way with an innovative educational initiative that uses.... Read More