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Tennessee Still Among Top 10 States for Marijuana Possession Arrests Despite Decline

Mar 15, 2026 at 04:05 pm by WGNS Radio News

TENNESSEE — A new national analysis shows Tennessee remains among the top states in the country for marijuana possession arrests, despite a steady decline in enforcement.... Read More

MTSU–Nissan Partnership Helps Employees Turn Experience Into Degrees

Mar 14, 2026 at 09:51 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Tracey Bowden didn’t return to school because she needed a new career. She returned because she wanted to grow. Already an accomplished human.... Read More

Tennessee Firearms Association Warns of Vagueness, Litigation Risks with HB2064

Mar 14, 2026 at 09:38 am by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, TN (WGNS) - A heavily revised firearms bill is moving through the Tennessee House, and it’s already drawing sharp constitutional concerns from the Tenn.... Read More

Rhapsody in Red, White, and Blue Set to Close Out TPO's Season #44

Mar 14, 2026 at 08:32 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - The Tennessee Philharmonic Orchestra is gearing up for its final performance of Season 44, and it’s shaping up to be a night Murfreesboro mus.... Read More

Smyrna Hospital Ranked in Top 10% Nationwide for Fourth Straight Year

Mar 14, 2026 at 07:19 am by WGNS News

SMYRNA, TN (WGNS) - TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center in Smyrna is celebrating a major milestone after earning the 2026 Patient Safety Excellence Award™ from Healthgra.... Read More

State Study Shows Advise TN Boosts College Enrollment

Mar 14, 2026 at 06:53 am by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, TN (WGNS) - Advise TN launched in 2017 with a simple goal: help students see that they can shape their own futures. The program places full‑time advisors in high.... Read More

Sumner County Man Convicted on 14 Child Sex Abuse Charges Could Face Hundreds of Years in Prison

Mar 13, 2026 at 08:15 pm by WGNS News

Sumner County, Tenn. — A Hendersonville man could face the rest of his life behind bars after a Sumner County jury convicted him on multiple charges tied to the sexu.... Read More

Tullahoma Reaches Settlement with Former City Administrator After Employment Dispute

Mar 13, 2026 at 11:11 am by WGNS News

TULLAHOMA, Tenn. — A legal dispute between former Tullahoma City Administrator Jason B. Quick and the City of Tullahoma has been resolved through a settlement agreement.... Read More

MORE SCAMS: Tennessee Officials Warn of Workers’ Compensation Scam Targeting Employees

Mar 13, 2026 at 10:43 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — State officials are warning workers to stay alert after reports surfaced of scammers impersonating workers’ compensation officials.... Read More

“Go Green, Breathe Clean”: Rutherford County Earth Day Event Set for April in Downtown Murfreesboro

Mar 13, 2026 at 09:48 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Preparations are underway for Rutherford County’s 25th Annual Earth Day Celebration, which will bring environmental education,.... Read More

Free School Breakfast and Lunch to Continue in Murfreesboro City Schools

Mar 13, 2026 at 09:19 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN — Murfreesboro City Schools has announced its policy for free and reduced-price meals for children served in schools under the National School Lunch P.... Read More

THC Retail Crackdown, Tennessee Governor’s Race, and Murfreesboro Road Projects | Mar. 13, 2026

Mar 13, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Friday, March 13, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Murfreesboro leaders outline major development plans, including a proposed Lowe’s Home Imp.... Read More

Titans lean into Tennessee pride with sweeping new rebrand

Mar 12, 2026 at 08:42 pm by WGNS News

  NASHVILLE, TN (WGNS) — The Tennessee Titans turned Thursday night (March 12, 2026) into a full-scale celebration of what lies ahead, unveiling a complete franc.... Read More

Middle Tennessee Growth and Infrastructure Challenges to Be Discussed at MTSU Forum

Mar 12, 2026 at 04:36 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Rapid population growth across Middle Tennessee — and the opportunities and challenges that come with it — will take center stage lat.... Read More
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John Floyd Received 2026 Red Cross Hero Award--Chapter Volunteer was Terry Smith

Mar 12, 2026 at 02:07 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Local developer and philanthropist John Floyd was celebrated Thursday (3/12/2026) at the 14th Annual Nissan Heart of Tennessee Red Cross Heroes&rsq.... Read More

From Duck Races to a New Home for the CAC, Kristin Demos Takes On the Challenge

Mar 12, 2026 at 12:57 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Kristin Demos never expected to be known as the “Queen of the Quackers,” but the nickname stuck after she spent seven years chairing a.... Read More

Officer‑Involved Shooting Reported After Road Rage Incident in Smyrna

Mar 12, 2026 at 12:43 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, TN (WGNS) - A road rage incident around noon Thursday (3/12/2026) in Smyrna escalated quickly, leading to an officer‑involved shooting on S. Lowry Street. Smyrn.... Read More

Murfreesboro Mayor Highlights Road Projects, New Lowe’s Proposal, and School Literacy Effort

Mar 12, 2026 at 11:29 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN – WGNS recently sat down with Murfreesboro Mayor Shane McFarland to discuss the city's progress on several fronts. During the conversation,.... Read More

Rutherford County Heart Walk at MMC on April 18 Aims to Save Lives Through CPR

Mar 12, 2026 at 09:21 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Heart disease remains the number one killer of both men and women, and Rutherford County is no exception. That’s why local organizers are hop.... Read More

Local Leaders, State Officials to Tackle Growth Pressures at March 20 MTSU Event

Mar 12, 2026 at 08:51 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Middle Tennessee’s rapid growth — and the strain that comes with it — will take center stage again on March 20 when Middle Tennes.... Read More