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From Emancipation to Education: Murfreesboro's Juneteenth Event Bridges History and Community

Jun 20, 2025 at 01:03 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN – From 10:00 o’clock this Saturday morning until 4:00 in the afternoon, the Heart of Tennessee celebrates Juneteenth Independence Day, also known.... Read More

Scorching Heatwave Coming for Rutherford County

Jun 19, 2025 at 05:50 pm by Rutherford Weather

RUTHERFORD CO., Tenn. (WGNS) — Residents of Rutherford County are being urged to prepare for dangerously high temperatures as a prolonged heat wave settles over Middle T.... Read More

Public Hearing Notice: Solid Waste Board to Discuss Recycling and Regional Planning

Jun 19, 2025 at 04:17 pm by WGNS

Middle Tennessee - Recycling has become second nature in much of the United States—and around the globe in places like Europe, Japan, and Hawaii. Now, Middle Tennes.... Read More

Future Military Leaders Train at MTSU as Sea Cadet Program Returns to Campus

Jun 19, 2025 at 03:40 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - From June 6 to 19, 2025, Middle Tennessee State University looked more like a bustling military training camp than a college campus, as nearly 90 youths in.... Read More

Op-Ed: Striving to End Violence is a Must!

Jun 19, 2025 at 03:16 pm by WGNS

Op-ED by JC Bowman, Executive Director of Professional Educators of Tennessee I recently spoke at an event for Tennessee Voices for Victims (TVFV), a Nashville nonprofit.... Read More

Young Stars to Shine at Upcoming Tennessee Youth Baseball State Tournament

Jun 19, 2025 at 11:41 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - Grab your ball caps and folding chairs—it’s almost time! In just a few short weeks, the crack of the bat and the cheer of proud families wi.... Read More

La Vergne Police, Community Teamwork Lead to Swift Arrest After Dangerous Early Morning Encounter

Jun 18, 2025 at 05:31 pm by WGNS

La Vergne, TN - A determined effort by La Vergne Police officers and assistance from vigilant citizens led to the successful apprehension of a suspect following a high-ri.... Read More

Bright New Beginnings: Neighborhood Transformation in Progress!

Jun 18, 2025 at 05:04 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — The landscape around Patterson Community Center is changing fast—and with it, the spirit of the neighborhood. In a bold continuation of its.... Read More

UPDATE: Supreme Court Upholds Tennessee Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Transgender Youth

Jun 18, 2025 at 04:40 pm by WGNS News

UPDATE: The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), along with Lambda Legal and the ACLU of Tennessee, issued strong statements in response to the U.S. Supreme Court’s de.... Read More

UPDATE | TSSAA Board of Control Approves Earlier Transfer Processing for Fall Sports

Jun 18, 2025 at 04:31 pm by WGNS

HERMITAGE, Tenn. (WGNS) – In a move aimed at streamlining eligibility decisions ahead of the upcoming school year, the TSSAA Board of Control voted unanimously on Wednes.... Read More

Tennessee’s Unemployment Rate Holds Steady at 3.5% in May, Remains Below National Average

Jun 18, 2025 at 04:20 pm by WGNS News

Tennessee’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate remained unchanged at 3.5% in May, continuing to outperform the national rate, according to new data.... Read More

Two Teens Missing from Murfreesboro Area, Believed to Be Runaways

Jun 18, 2025 at 03:59 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) – Authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating two teenage girls who have been reported as missing runaways from the Murfree.... Read More

33 New State Troopers Graduate from Tennessee Highway Patrol Cadet Class

Jun 18, 2025 at 03:57 pm by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, TN — On Tuesday, June 18, the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security and the Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) celebrated the graduation of Trooper.... Read More

Dr. Ben Carson to Speak in Murfreesboro

Jun 18, 2025 at 03:44 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN — Dr. Ben Carson, former U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development and founder of the American Cornerstone Institute, will speak at World Outreach.... Read More

Rutherford County Celebrates Milestone Toward Solid Waste Independence with New Transfer Station

Jun 18, 2025 at 03:26 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro TN - Rutherford County marked a significant step in its journey toward solid waste management independence on Tuesday (6/17/2025) with the official ribbon-cu.... Read More

Woman Accused of Illegal Dumping Cleans Up Debris, Then Arrested

Jun 18, 2025 at 03:19 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN — A woman accused of illegally dumping trash along Asbury Road was arrested Tuesday after a correctional work center officer helped track her down.... Read More

Sentencing Delayed for Ex-Rep. Robin Smith Amid Ongoing Corruption Fallout

Jun 18, 2025 at 03:04 pm by WGNS Radio News

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Sentencing has been delayed for former Tennessee State Representative Robin Smith, a key figure in a sprawling political corruption case that has rock.... Read More

Rutherford County Could See Strong Storms Before Weekend Heat

Jun 18, 2025 at 12:26 pm by Rutherford Weather

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS) — Rutherford County residents are being urged to stay weather-aware through Thursday morning as strong storms sweep across Middle Tenness.... Read More

Brief Thunderstorm Causes Power Outages, Takes WGNS Off Air

Jun 17, 2025 at 08:19 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — A quick-moving but highly electrical thunderstorm moved through Murfreesboro late Monday afternoon, causing minor power outages in parts of.... Read More

The Boro Bar and Grill to Close July 5 as Owner Retires

Jun 17, 2025 at 06:51 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — After four decades as a cornerstone of Murfreesboro’s bar and music scene, The Boro Bar and Grill will officially close its doors on F.... Read More