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EPA Releases Bold National Strategy to Transform Recycling in America

Nov 15, 2021 at 02:41 pm by WGNS

On Monday (11/15/2021), the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released the 2021 National Recycling Strategy to tackle major recycling challenges facing the.... Read More

The United Way of Rutherford and Cannon Counties Announces Distinguished Award Recipients Recognized at the Community Celebration

Nov 15, 2021 at 02:32 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN — The United Way of Rutherford and Cannon Counties has named Ted and Gloria LaRoche as the Witherspoon Award recipient, Kara J. Kemp as the Volunteer of.... Read More

COMMENTARY: The English Language - Rights and Wrongs, by one MTSU Professor

Nov 15, 2021 at 12:11 pm by WGNS

The pros and cons to the American language - - or perhaps the right and wrong? With more on this subject, here is MTSU professor Larry Burriss...Verbatim: "Nothing gets l.... Read More

New Medical Helicopter Coming to Rutherford County to Transport Critically Ill and Injured Patients 7 Days a Week

Nov 15, 2021 at 11:40 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (November 15, 2021) – Air Evac Lifeteam and Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital today announced plans to provide a dedicated medical helicopte.... Read More

Determination plays Huge Role in Inmates at the Rutherford County Adult Detention Center

Nov 15, 2021 at 11:16 am by WGNS

If you want to understand Deputy Chief Kevin Henderson’s vision, just read the worn sign posted in his office.“The difference between the impossible and the possib.... Read More
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MTSU Hosted 39th Annual Salute to Veterans and Armed Forces (See Pictures)

Nov 15, 2021 at 07:42 am by WGNS

As part of Veterans Day events throughout the past week, MTSU held its 39th annual Salute to Veterans and Armed Forces football game activities on Saturday.... Read More

TN Right to Life Responds to Attorney General Slatery's Satement on Abortion Waiting Period

Nov 15, 2021 at 07:27 am by WGNS

On Friday (Nov. 12, 2021), the Attorney General for the State of Tennessee, Herbert Slatery, announced that the 6th Circuit Court of Appeal’s decision affirmin.... Read More

Gas Prices UP $1.26 per gallon when compared to November of Last Year

Nov 15, 2021 at 06:58 am by WGNS

Tennessee gas prices have fallen 1.3 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.10/g today, according to GasBuddy's daily survey of 3,821 stations in Tennessee. Gas Price.... Read More

What the Historic SNAP Increase Means for Recipients

Nov 15, 2021 at 06:30 am by WGNS

Food insecurity is one of the biggest hurdles that our most vulnerable neighbors face daily — something that gets especially challenging around the holidays. With school.... Read More

10 Residents Displaced By Sunday Morning Blaze

Nov 14, 2021 at 12:07 pm by WGNS

(SMYRNA, TN)  Smyrna Fire Department personnel were dispatched to a structure fire in the 100 block of Mitchell Drive around 9:37 Sunday morning (11/14/2021). U.... Read More

MTSU Athletics to Announce Sports Facilities Upgrades

Nov 14, 2021 at 11:04 am by WGNS

Middle Tennessee State University will announce Monday that it has secured funds for a $66 million first-phase project to build a student-athlete performance center behind F.... Read More

TPO Celebrates 40th Anniversary

Nov 13, 2021 at 10:14 am by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO) On Friday night (11/12/20210 The Tennessee Philharmonic Orchestra dedicated its 40th anniversary to its founder, Dr. Laurence Harvin. In addition to a new year,.... Read More

La Vergne Police Officer Dies while on Duty

Nov 13, 2021 at 08:01 am by WGNS

A LaVergne,  TN Police Officer died while on duty Friday night.  Public Information Officer Anne Smith released the following statement: "We are asking for you.... Read More

Ram's Cold Fall Road Report

Nov 13, 2021 at 07:37 am by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO) A cold front is sweeping through the area and bringing chilling fall weather. Murfreesboro Transportation's Deputy Director Ram Balachandran warns motorists of.... Read More

JUST LOVE COFFEE Celebrates A Decade

Nov 13, 2021 at 06:39 am by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO) Longtime coffee shop celebrates its 10th anniversary all week. JUST LOVE COFFEE began as a dream to serve others. When Rob Webb founded Just Love Coffee Roaste.... Read More

Volunteers From Lebanon, TN Based Organization Travel Thousands of Miles to Care For Animals Rescued From Puppy Mill

Nov 12, 2021 at 08:00 pm by WGNS

Lebanon TN – Animal Rescue Corps (ARC) volunteers from all over the United States and Canada have traveled to Tenn., to help care for 93 of the 500+ dogs and puppies sur.... Read More

Over 31,000 Items Collected and Distributed to Local Children Experiencing Food Insecurity During United Way’s Hometown Huddle

Nov 12, 2021 at 03:45 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN — The local community stepped up and showed out for the ninth annual Hometown Huddle. Formerly a playground refurbishing event, the focus pivoted to pro.... Read More

SHOP LOCAL: Ideas from the Extension Office for Holiday Shopping Amid Pandemic Delays

Nov 12, 2021 at 02:00 pm by WGNS

The 2021 holiday season is set to be different from previous years and will present unique challenges when compared to past holidays. To assist consumers, University of Tennes.... Read More

Middle Tennessee Christian School launches $26.3M campaign, expansion includes new high school and preschool

Nov 12, 2021 at 11:56 am by WGNS

Middle Tennessee Christian School unveiled the $26.3 million Generations of Hope campaign at its 61st annual Steak Dinner.  Matt Tiller, President of MTCS, announced that.... Read More

City of Murfreesboro wants to use / oversee former GE Property that was purchased to be under the National Parks Stones River Battlefield

Nov 12, 2021 at 07:46 am by WGNS

What was once General Electric owned property and used by GE as a manufacturing plant for close to 50-years, was purchased by O'Reilly's Auto Parts to be used as a distributio.... Read More