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Smyrna Special Census Underway

Jul 31, 2024 at 02:59 pm by WGNS

SMYRNA - The Town of Smyrna is conducting a special census, suspecting their numbers are much higher than the federal count conducted in 2020. WGNS' Bryan Barrett has more:.... Read More

Public Safety Building in Walter Hill Fully Staffed on Thursday

Jul 31, 2024 at 02:46 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO – The fourth Rutherford County Public Safety Building has been opened in Walter Hill. Brent Carter with Rutherford County Emergency Medical Services says p.... Read More

GOP VP Nominee Has Been to MTSU

Jul 31, 2024 at 02:21 pm by Zach Thomas

MURFREESBORO – If you’re wondering why the name of Donald Trump’s running mate sounds familiar - JD Vance once spoke at the MTSU Convocation. Before accepti.... Read More

MTE's Response to Back to Back Stormy Days

Jul 31, 2024 at 02:07 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO - Middle Tennessee Electric crews have been busy this week with back to back stormy days producing high winds and power disruptions. Spokesperson Amy Byers says t.... Read More

Discovery Center at Murfree Spring Awarded Nissan Foundation Grant in Support of Cultural Free Days 

Jul 31, 2024 at 12:15 pm by WGNS Radio News

MURFREESBORO – The Nissan Foundation recently named the Discovery Center at Murfree Spring as a 2024 grant recipient. The Nissan Foundation grant will help fund the Disc.... Read More

Rutherford-Bedford MTSU Student Success’ Upward Bound

Jul 31, 2024 at 10:39 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - Rising Community High School senior Zayne Bluthardt said the Upward Bound program through Middle Tennessee State University&rs.... Read More
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Tuesday Severe Storms: More Power Outages, Damage Reports & Flooding

Jul 30, 2024 at 08:58 pm by Rutherford Weather

After widespread damage from storms on Monday, Tuesday saw its fair share of bad weather. Several severe thunderstorm warnings brought widespread damaging winds, heavy rain, h.... Read More

Thursday Is Election Day--If You See Voter Fraud REPORT IT!

Jul 30, 2024 at 05:37 pm by WGNS

Nashville, TN -This Thursday (8/1/2024) is election day, and Secretary of State Tre Hargett and the Division of Elections are remind voters that they have two options for the.... Read More
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NWS: Tornado & Downburst Winds Caused Monday Storm Damage (7-29-24)

Jul 30, 2024 at 05:21 pm by Rutherford Weather

(MURFREESBORO) - The National Weather Service in Nashville has determined the first July tornado in recorded history touched down in Rutherford County.Meteorologist Sam Shambu.... Read More
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More On Tornado Damage at Evergreen Cemetery

Jul 30, 2024 at 04:04 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - A giant oak near the entrance to Evergreen Cemetery was uprooted and downed by Monday afternoon's storms that came through the community. The National Weath.... Read More

Council Adjusts Pay To Keep Public Safety Emergency Responders

Jul 30, 2024 at 03:17 pm by WGNS

The Murfreesboro City Council voted Thursday, July 25, 2024, to approve pay adjustments for Public Safety in the FY25 Budget. “The City Council highly values and suppor.... Read More

First Tennessee World Champ Bronco Winner from Rockvale!

Jul 30, 2024 at 02:45 pm by WGNS

Rockvale, TN - In the world of women's rodeo, Bronc riding is a classic event. This year, two competitors finished with an identical score of 159, resulting in a tie after the.... Read More

Murfreesboro's Justin Loudon Strength & Conditioning Coach of the Year

Jul 30, 2024 at 01:24 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - Local resident and Strength and Conditioning Coach Justin Loudon with Nashville's Ezell Harding Christian School was named National Strength and C.... Read More
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Great Turnout at Rutherford County's Pray4TN

Jul 30, 2024 at 12:04 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - There was a strong turnout of several hundred citizens at 10:00 o'clock Tuesday morning on the west side of the Rutherford Couny Courthouse. This was Ruther.... Read More

Democrat VP Choices are Many Says MTSU Political Science Professor

Jul 30, 2024 at 07:30 am by Zach Thomas

(MURFREESBORO) - All eyes are on Vice President Kamala Harris after President Joe Biden dropping out of the 2024 presidential race and endorsing her. One big questio.... Read More
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Cripple Creek Cloggers, STRONG Thanks To Cates!

Jul 29, 2024 at 08:51 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN – The passing of the torch is a part of life’s wheel. You see it happening in business, all levels of politics, athletics, and yes—Appalachi.... Read More

Please Help Family of Kylee Romans find their 19-year old daughter

Jul 29, 2024 at 08:25 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - 19-year-old Kylee Romans was reported missing by a family member. They told police that the teen was last seen on July 20, 2024, almost 2-weeks ago. R.... Read More
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? Severe Storm & Possible Tornado Downs Trees & Power Lines Monday Afternoon

Jul 29, 2024 at 03:51 pm by Rutherford Weather

(RUTHERFORD COUNTY) - A powerful thunderstorm with winds up to 65mph downed trees and disrupted power from Smyrna, into downtown Murfreesboro during the 2pm hour Monday..... Read More

Sizzling Heat Comes Roaring Back Along with Possible Strong Storms

Jul 29, 2024 at 12:51 pm by Rutherford Weather

(RUTHERFORD COUNTY) - The heat is going to make a big comeback this week along with some strong storm changes. The National Weather Service has already issued a Heat Advisory.... Read More

Oaklands Mansion Fall Craft Fair September 7th

Jul 29, 2024 at 12:39 pm by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO) - The Oaklands Mansion Fall Craft Fair will be held on the grounds of the mansion and park and will take place Saturday, September 7th, 2024&n.... Read More