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Christmas Tree Lighting VIRTUALLY Tonight At 6:30PM

Dec 04, 2020 at 06:39 am by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO)  The live Christmas tree on the historic Rutherford County Courthouse lawn will be lit for the first time tonight during a virtual downtown tree lighting c.... Read More

RCFR Matt Henry "Firefighter of the Year"

Dec 04, 2020 at 06:21 am by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO)  Program Chair Gayle Passovoy presented to Matt Henry of the Rutherford County Fire Rescue Department with his Firefighter of the Year Award on Decemb.... Read More

Gutterglove To Invest $5.4-Million In La Vergne

Dec 03, 2020 at 04:48 pm by WGNS

(La VERGNE TN) California based Gutterglove announced that it is investing $5.4-million in Rutherford County and establishing a new manufacturing and distribution operation in.... Read More

TN Camping Soars During Pandemic

Dec 03, 2020 at 04:14 pm by WGNS

Believe it or not, many businesses have surged during the pandemic. One of those is camping. For example, camping at Tennessee State Parks has reached historic highs over the.... Read More

Tuesday Board Will Learn Top City School Director Candidates

Dec 03, 2020 at 03:50 pm by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO)  The Murfreesboro City Schools hopes to have its new director in place when students return from Spring Break. They learn the Tennessee School Board A.... Read More

Wendy's Manager Arrested and Accused of Biting Employee

Dec 03, 2020 at 10:22 am by WGNS

An odd situation allegedly unfolded at a Wendy’s restaurant in Murfreesboro. A manager is accused of biting an employee at the restaurant on Memorial Boulevard. The inc.... Read More

MTSU equestrian team ‘driven’ to successful fall season

Dec 03, 2020 at 09:59 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — The Middle Tennessee State University equestrian team was driven to success at two regional Intercollegiate Horse Shows Association events this fal.... Read More

Study Shows Murfreesboro, Nashville, Franklin, TN Areas Rank Best Places for Women Entrepreneurs

Dec 03, 2020 at 09:56 am by WGNS

While women have made strides in many areas of the business world, there’s a significant gender gap when it comes to entrepreneurship. In fact, the rate of working-age w.... Read More

Five People Indicted in Connection to a 2019 Wilson County Homicide

Dec 03, 2020 at 09:42 am by WGNS

An investigation by Special Agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has resulted in the indictment and arrest of multiple individuals stemming from a 2019 homicide i.... Read More

Special Kids and Other Non-Profits Benefit on Giving Tuesday

Dec 03, 2020 at 08:59 am by WGNS News

It is hard to believe what can take place for the good in as little as 24-hours.  During this year's Giving Tuesday campaign that took place earlier this week, non-profit.... Read More

Six Rutherford County Schools Switch to Distance Learning

Dec 03, 2020 at 08:23 am by WGNS News

James Evans with the Rutherford County Schools confirmed more changes due to COVID-19. Now, several more schools are switching to distance-learning only as opposed to in-class.... Read More

Ascension Saint Thomas expands online mental health and counseling services

Dec 03, 2020 at 07:30 am by WGNS

Ascension Saint Thomas, part of Ascension, is increasing access to essential mental health and counseling services for those in our communities who need it most. Ascension Onl.... Read More

Silent Carriers of COVID-19

Dec 03, 2020 at 07:16 am by WGNS

Dr. Julian Yang, Chief Medical Officer of St. Thomas Rutherford Hospital described the basic symptoms of COVID-19...Again, about 10% of those with the coronavirus, don't even.... Read More

MT Football Game with UAB Canceled

Dec 02, 2020 at 02:46 pm by WGNS

Middle Tennessee's home Conference USA game against UAB set for Sunday has been canceled due to injuries, COVID-19 and contact tracing within the Blue Raider program."The most.... Read More

Shoplifting and Theft Typically Increase Around Christmas Season

Dec 02, 2020 at 11:33 am by WGNS

This time of year brings with it an increase of shoplifting. Murfreesboro Police Spokesperson Larry Flowers told WGNS that some thieves have been bold enough to fill a shoppin.... Read More

11 Murders and Approximately 120 Suicide, Overdose, Unknown Cause of Death Cases in Murfreesboro

Dec 02, 2020 at 11:15 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro Detectives continue to actively work cases involving shootings and murders. Detective James Abbott in the Violent Crimes Unit reported some of the numbers for 202.... Read More

Siegel High School Switching to Distance Learning Dec. 3rd to Dec. 11th

Dec 02, 2020 at 10:30 am by WGNS

WGNS has learned that Siegel High School is the latest school to announce distance learning for students, due to COVID-19. James Evans with the Rutherford County Schools.... Read More

Long Term Care Providers Call On Governors To Ensure Their Residents And Staff Receive Vaccine First

Dec 02, 2020 at 10:10 am by WGNS

The American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL), representing more than 14,000 nursing homes and assisted living communities across th.... Read More

MTSU students help local, world artists promote peace on UN’s day for people with disabilities

Dec 02, 2020 at 09:51 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — MTSU speech and dance students are helping to help mark the United Nations’ International Day of Persons with Disabilitie.... Read More

Cannonsburgh Village Offers Free Drive Through Light Display

Dec 02, 2020 at 09:27 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Cannonsburgh Village will be transformed into a Christmas Village, and the community is invited to visit. The free event begins Friday, Decemb.... Read More