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Murfreesboro Woman Charged with Vehicular Homicide in Fatal Wrong-Way DUI Crash

Nov 08, 2024 at 03:31 pm by Chandelar Williams

Murfeesboro, Tenn. — November 8, 2024 — A woman has been charged with vehicular homicide following a wrong-way DUI crash that claimed the life of a 28-year-ol.... Read More

Hot Rods to Helicopters: Model-Con 2024 in Murfreesboro on Saturday

Nov 08, 2024 at 10:54 am by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN – This Saturday, November 9, 2024, model car, boat, airplane, and military model enthusiasts will gather for the much-anticipated 2024 Model-Con, taking.... Read More
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1 Dies in Thursday Evening Crash on S. Church St. in Murfreesboro

Nov 07, 2024 at 10:15 pm by WGNS

UPDATED: Murfreesboro, TN – A serious two-vehicle collision took the life of one man on Thursday night, November 7, 2024, around 7:00 p.m. The accident occurred near the.... Read More

Oakland's Tutt Tennessee Titans Mr. Football Semifinalist

Nov 07, 2024 at 04:28 pm by WGNS

Craig Tutt from Oakland High School has been named a local semifinalist for the 2024 Tennessee Titans Mr. Football Awards, highlighting his exceptional performance during the.... Read More

Discovery School Accepting Applications for 2025-26 School Year

Nov 07, 2024 at 03:32 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Discovery School will be accepting applications for the 2025-26 school year from December 1 through January 31. Founded in 2005, Discovery School i.... Read More

Lingerie Larceny and More: Murfreesboro's Ongoing Bout with Serial Shoplifting

Nov 07, 2024 at 03:24 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN — It seems shoplifting in Murfreesboro is the gift that keeps on giving—and we’re not talking about holiday shopping cheer. In what could be.... Read More

Experts Urge Vaccine Boosters as Whooping Cough Makes Alarming Comeback in TN

Nov 07, 2024 at 01:34 pm by WGNS News

Whooping cough is making a comeback, and medical providers say the highly contagious bacterial infection that causes severe coughing fits is preventable. During the COVID-1.... Read More

Joint Efforts Underway to Remove Debris for Douglas Lake Following Tropical Storm Helene

Nov 07, 2024 at 01:09 pm by WGNS News

Local, state, and federal partners have begun coordinated efforts to clear debris from Douglas Lake following the aftermath of Tropical Storm Helene. Leading this critical rec.... Read More

United Brings 8-Gig Fiber Broadband to Shelbyville

Nov 07, 2024 at 01:04 pm by WGNS News

SHELBYVILLE, Tenn. —Local youth and community leaders gathered yesterday to commemorate United Communications’ completed broadband infrastructure investment i.... Read More

TN Board of Regents to Hold Special Called Meeting Nov. 12.

Nov 07, 2024 at 12:12 pm by WGNS News

The Tennessee Board of Regents will hold a special called meeting Tuesday, Nov. 12, to consider institutional compensation proposals for 10 colleges and faculty emeritus desig.... Read More

Rockvale Rallies for Hurricane Helene Victims: School and Community Join Forces for Relief

Nov 07, 2024 at 12:04 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Jennie Griffin learned about Hurricane Helene devastation on East Tennessee residents from her son, Tennessee Highway Patrol Trooper Tyler Griffin who.... Read More
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⏩ Nine-Car Collision Halts Traffic on Broad Street, Five Injured in Murfreesboro

Nov 07, 2024 at 11:44 am by WGNS News

  MURFREESBORO, TN - On Thursday morning, a nine-vehicle accident on SE Broad Street at South Church Street in Murfreesboro caused a major traffic disruption and le.... Read More

Sharing Warmth: Barnabas Vision Distributes Free Winter Coats for Those in Need this Friday

Nov 07, 2024 at 10:00 am by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN – In a touching display of unity and compassion, Murfreesboro residents have once again rallied around Barnabas Vision, a local non-profit, donating win.... Read More

REMINDER: Main Street Murfreesboro - Downtown After 5 and The Boro Art Crawl

Nov 06, 2024 at 09:56 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Main Street Murfreesboro is hosting “Downtown After 5” on Friday, November 8, from 5:00-8:00 PM.  This event features the small brick-and-m.... Read More

MTSU Board of Trustees to Hold November 12 Committee Meetings

Nov 06, 2024 at 09:49 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — The Middle Tennessee State University Board of Trustees will hold committee meetings on Tuesday, Nov. 12, in the Miller Education Center,.... Read More

Cybertip Leads to Arrest of Child Exploitation Suspect

Nov 06, 2024 at 09:44 pm by WGNS News

LAWRENCE COUNTY – Southwest of Murfreesboro in Lawrence County, Tennessee, an investigation by special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation Internet Crimes.... Read More

Pro-Life Candidates Sweep Tennessee Elections, Defeating Planned Parenthood-Endorsed Opponents

Nov 06, 2024 at 09:15 pm by WGNS News

The Tennessee Right to Life Political Action Committee and pro-life Tennesseans report they are celebrating the outcome of Tuesday’s elections.  Roger Kane, Presid.... Read More

Murfreesboro Navy Sailor Helps Strengthen International Ties with Music in Malaysia

Nov 06, 2024 at 08:36 pm by WGNS News

Lumut, Malaysia – U.S. Navy Musician 2nd Class Jesse Chaves, hailing from Murfreesboro, Tennessee, recently took the stage in Lumut, Malaysia. While showcasing his talen.... Read More

17th Annual Cookin’ To Build Raises over $81,000 for Local Habitat for Humanity

Nov 06, 2024 at 08:12 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN – It was a perfect weather day for Rutherford County Area Habitat for Humanity’s annual Cookin’ To Build event held on the historic Murfrees.... Read More
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Rutherford County says goodbye to a 175-year old historian.

Nov 06, 2024 at 03:35 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - A 176-year span of time ended on the east side of the Rutherford County Courthouse shortly before 10:00AM Wednesday (11/6/2024) morning. County Mayor Joe Ca.... Read More