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Church Theft in Murfreesboro Tied to Maryland

Mar 03, 2016 at 03:03 pm by Bryan Barrett

$19,750 was reported as being fraudulently taken from St. Rose Catholic Church in Murfreesboro. The money was evidently taken by way of a wire transfer after an email at the c.... Read More

Juvenile Court Judge Says Untreated Mental Illness a Problem For Rutherford County Children

Mar 03, 2016 at 02:36 pm by Bryan Barrett

Rutherford County Juvenile Court Judge Donna Scott Davenport told WGNS that untreated mental health issues are leading to child related problems... If you or your child are e.... Read More

Tennessee Unemployment Rate Slightly Lower

Mar 03, 2016 at 02:10 pm by Bryan Barrett

Tennessee Labor & Workforce Development Commissioner Burns Phillips announced Thursday that the Tennessee preliminary unemployment rate for January was 5.4 percent. The ra.... Read More

MTSU geosciences alumna discusses career path to Washington, D.C.

Mar 03, 2016 at 02:06 pm by Bryan Barrett

In the midst of a four-day visit to the MTSU campus she attended as an undergraduate from 2004-08, Jessica Morrison will share about the career path that has taken her from Te.... Read More

Registered Sex Offender on Most Wanted List Captured in Murfreesboro

Mar 03, 2016 at 01:58 pm by Bryan Barrett

A man who was listed on the Rutherford County Most Wanted List has been captured. Alexander Eddie Marable was arrested Wednesday night, according to Rutherford County Sheriff.... Read More

Local Church in Rutherford County Celebrates 200th Anniversary

Mar 03, 2016 at 01:42 pm by Bryan Barrett

Hopewell Presbyterian Church in the Milton area of Rutherford County will celebrate their 200th Anniversary in April. Pastor Joseph Cejka told WGNS a special event is planned.... Read More

LaVergne, TN is the 2nd Easiest City in TN to Sell a Home

Mar 03, 2016 at 08:25 am by Bryan Barrett

The city of LaVergne continues to grow. Today, the city that is sandwiched between Nashville and Smyrna, has a population of more than 34,000 residents. The growth apparently.... Read More

Murfreesboro to attempt to break the world record in Square Dancing to kick off Uncle Dave Macon Days

Mar 03, 2016 at 08:14 am by Bryan Barrett

On July 7, 2016, Murfreesboro will work to enter the Guinness Book of World Records. Thom Christy, who helps coordinate Uncle Dave Macon Day every year, told WGNS that he hope.... Read More

This Friday: Wine at the Wetlands in Murfreesboro

Mar 02, 2016 at 05:29 pm by Bryan Barrett

The Discovery Center at Murfree Spring will host Wine at the Wetlands, a progressive fine wine tasting event presented by Charlie Patel and Stones River Total Beverages, this.... Read More

Murfreesboro Medical Clinic Weight Loss & Wellness Shares Meal Prepping Strategies for Families

Mar 02, 2016 at 04:24 pm by Bryan Barrett

Last month Murfreesboro Medical Clinic hosted a special gathering for families in the community to adhere to meal prepping techniques, and gain a healthier lifestyle by listen.... Read More

Tennessee a Top State for Wind / Tornado Damage

Mar 02, 2016 at 04:20 pm by Bryan Barrett

State Farm says Tennessee is one of the most active states for wind and tornado damage. New claims data shows State Farm paid 4,592 wind and tornado claims on structures aroun.... Read More

Equal Pay for Women - Discussion at MTSU

Mar 02, 2016 at 04:10 pm by Bryan Barrett

The quest for equal pay, the art of professional damage control and the challenges of the public arena are some of the issues at the heart of numerous events at MTSU in March..... Read More

Need a College Scholarship?

Mar 02, 2016 at 04:04 pm by Bryan Barrett

The Middle Tennessee Association of REALTORS® (MTAR) has begun their annual Scholarship Awards process for fall 2016/spring 2017. Scholarship applications were mailed out Janu.... Read More

Free Trees for Rutherford County Landowners

Mar 02, 2016 at 04:00 pm by Bryan Barrett

The Rutherford County Soil Conservation District will be giving away bare-root tree seedlings to Rutherford County landowners at the Community Center in the Lane Agri-Park Com.... Read More

Business: iServe Residential Lending, LLC hires Murfreesboro Resident

Mar 02, 2016 at 03:42 pm by Bryan Barrett

iServe Residential Lending, LLC, has announced the addition of Chris Spence to the Murfreesboro, TN office as a Mortgage Loan Officer. Chris is a graduate of Carson Newman Col.... Read More

Tennessee Prison that Houses Some Murfreesboro Inmates Seizes Contraband

Mar 02, 2016 at 03:36 pm by Bryan Barrett

A prison that houses quite a few offenders with ties to Murfreesboro where they once lived prior to incarceration, made a big bust of contraband. Vigilance by Tennessee Depart.... Read More

Dr. Liz Rhea Honored As the 2016 Red Cross HEROES' AWARD...$102,000 Raised!

Mar 02, 2016 at 02:22 pm by Bryan Barrett

The Heart of Tennessee Chapter of the American Red Cross honored Dr. Liz Rhea Wednesday morning (3/2/2016) at it's Annual Heroes Breakfast. The main ballroom at the Stones Riv.... Read More

Tip Leads to Handgun & Marijuana Discovered at Riverdale High School

Mar 02, 2016 at 12:39 pm by Bryan Barrett

A tip lead the Rutherford County Sheriff's Department and Riverdale High School administration to discover a handgun and marijuana in a student's car. James Evans, spokesman f.... Read More

UPDATE: Ad on Backpage.com Leads to Two Arrest of Murfreesboro Women and One Charge Against an Alleged Customer

Mar 02, 2016 at 10:52 am by Bryan Barrett

A man reportedly got more than he bargained for when he allegedly arraigned to meet a woman at Motel 6 for sex in exchange for money. The subject told police he made contact.... Read More

UFIT Adds MTSU Alumnae to Staff

Mar 02, 2016 at 09:43 am by Bryan Barrett

Just six months after opening its doors, UFIT Personal Training has announced the addition of two MTSU alumnae to its fitness team. "Our studio is growing quickly, and we're p.... Read More