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Different Generations of People, Commentary by County Commissioner Craig Harris

Jun 04, 2023 at 10:15 pm by WGNS News

Today, Commissioner Harris takes a look at the different generations (Gen X, Gen Z, Millennials, Baby Boomers, etc.) that live and work in Rutherford County and throughout Ame.... Read More

Upcoming Car and Bike Show to Raise Money for a Positive Cause on June 24, 2023 - Hear our Interview

Jun 04, 2023 at 09:00 pm by WGNS News

Hear our full interview above: Rutherford County, TN - The Heart in Motion Car and Motorcycle Show is being planned for Rutherford County motor enthusiast. Everything fro.... Read More

Murfreesboro Native Receives Prestigious "Critical Language Scholarship"

Jun 04, 2023 at 08:15 pm by WGNS

(CHATTANOOGA) UT Chattanooga rising junior and Murfreesboro native Emma Roy has received the prestigious U.S. Department of State Critical Language Scholarship. She will stud.... Read More

6 Local High School Students Move Up To " Bassmaster High School National Championship"

Jun 04, 2023 at 04:29 pm by WGNS

Three Rutherford County high school bass fishing teams have earned a spot to fish the Bassmaster High School National Championship on Lake Hartwell, SC in July. Congratulatio.... Read More

The Great Tennessee Air Show at Smyrna Airport June 10-11

Jun 04, 2023 at 02:18 pm by WGNS

(SMYRNA, TN) The Great Tennessee Air Show is this coming Saturday and Sunday (June 10-11, 2023) from 8:00AM-4:30PM at the Smyrna-Rutherford County Airport, 613 Fitzhugh Blvd.&.... Read More

Fatal Sunday Morning Crash on Lascassas Pike

Jun 04, 2023 at 12:10 pm by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO)  There was a single-vehicle fatal accident at 5:49 Sunday morning. The deadly wreck occurred on Lascassas Pike near Hazelwood Street. The Murfreesboro Po.... Read More

UPDATE: Suspects Arrested in Smyrna, TN Hostage Case

Jun 03, 2023 at 09:15 pm by WGNS

(SMYRNA, TN)  UPDATE: Two suspects have been arrested after Smyrna Police Officers officers responded to the scene of an injured victim who reported they were held captiv.... Read More
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New MTSU Students Need To Take Advantage of Customs

Jun 03, 2023 at 04:27 pm by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO)  For young people, the change brought on with moving away from home creates many challenges as well as unique opportunities. You have decisions on creating.... Read More

International FolkFest Troupes Are Here for next week's performances by Poland, France, Mexico and USA!

Jun 03, 2023 at 12:18 pm by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO) Welcome to the folk music/dance troupes who are here from Poland, France and Mexico who are here for the International FolkFest. And proudly, this coming week (.... Read More

Summer Traveling Is Here--Ram Warns Of Areas To Avoid

Jun 03, 2023 at 08:19 am by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO) School is out and families are traveling to SportsCom, Patterson Community Center, Discovery Center and sites around the area.  That means that you'll be d.... Read More
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Friday Dusk--2 Vehicle Crash With Injuries In Smyrna

Jun 03, 2023 at 07:09 am by WGNS

(SMYRNA, TN)  There was a two-vehicle personal injury crash around dusk Friday night (6/2/2023) on the Old Nashville Highway at Enon Springs Rd. West.  Smyrna Fire-.... Read More

Murfreesboro Police Respond to Shooting on University Street - One Person Shot in Leg

Jun 02, 2023 at 06:56 pm by WGNS News

  MURFREESBORO, TN - At about 10-minutes after 5 on Friday evening, Murfreesboro Police responded to a shots fired call on University Street at Sun Circle. Upon arrival,.... Read More

AAA Offers Safety Tips as Temperatures Rise in Tennessee

Jun 02, 2023 at 06:00 pm by WGNS News

With forecasts predicting temperatures in the 90's for portions of the state this weekend, AAA is urging motorists to keep their children, pets and vehicles safe during what i.... Read More

Rutherford County Classroom Training "Reunification Exercises" for Emergencies at Schools

Jun 02, 2023 at 05:03 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Next week, RCS administrators will undergo crisis response training for reunification. When events that require evacuations occur at a school, staff m.... Read More

Bill to Mandate Electronic Service Providers to Report Online Child Exploitation

Jun 02, 2023 at 03:48 pm by WGNS News

  U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and Jon Ossoff (D-Ga.) introduced the Revising Existing Procedures on Reporting via Technology (REPORT) Act.This legislation w.... Read More

Consolidated Utility District Employees in Rutherford County Honored

Jun 02, 2023 at 07:30 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – When your career provides an essential service to the community, continuous learning is vital. Like funding given for academics and athletics, scho.... Read More

Hundreds of Dollars' Worth of Liquor Reportedly Stolen in Murfreesboro

Jun 01, 2023 at 10:53 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN – Lot’s of adult beverages were taken in two recent theft’s that were reported in Murfreesboro. The theft’s occurred about a week befo.... Read More

Over $1,400 in Merchandise Shoplifted from Bath & Body Works in Murfreesboro - Theft Allegedly Included Lot's of Candles

Jun 01, 2023 at 10:34 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN – Murfreesboro Police continue to investigate a color coordinated duo accused of stealing more than $1,400 worth of goods during a recent shopping exped.... Read More

250 Citations Issued by the Rutherford County Traffic Safety Task Force in a 12-Hour Period

Jun 01, 2023 at 10:08 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - A total of 250 citations were issued to area drivers and visitors in Rutherford County on May 26th by the Rutherford County Traffic Safety Task Force..... Read More

VA Tennessee Valley celebrates LGBTQ+ Veterans with first-ever Pride Counts Events

Jun 01, 2023 at 09:51 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System is inviting Middle Tennesseans to celebrate Pride Month at the Pride Counts at TVHS event on Wednesday,.... Read More