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Get Involved in April for Child Abuse Prevention Month

Mar 28, 2024 at 11:23 am by WGNS News

(MURFREESBORO) – “National Child Abuse Prevention Month is more than just raising awareness about the reality of child maltreatment. It's about taking action to.... Read More

Planning for New Park in Blackman Area Continues

Mar 28, 2024 at 11:07 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Planning is underway for that new Murfreesboro Park, which will be in the Blackman area... That was assistant parks director Thomas Laird. The parks.... Read More

Dairy Cows in Several States Affected by Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza

Mar 28, 2024 at 09:58 am by Chandelar Williams

Tennessee - In recent developments, a concerning issue has emerged affecting older dairy cows in regions across Texas, Kansas, and New Mexico. Recent test results have identif.... Read More

Murfreesboro to See a Luxury, European-Style Condominium Development

Mar 27, 2024 at 10:14 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Fountains at Gateway has broken ground on Two Fountains Plaza, announced developer Scott Graby. The upcoming five-story building will be situated.... Read More

MTSU to host LGBT Plus College Conference April 4-6 on Campus

Mar 27, 2024 at 08:28 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — “Standing Strong” for diversity and inclusion is the focus of the 2024 LGBT Plus College Conference, set for Thursday-Sa.... Read More

Rutherford County Correctional Work Center Sergeant Attains National Certification as Certified Jail Officer

Mar 27, 2024 at 04:36 pm by Chandelar Williams

Rutherford County, TN - In a significant recognition of excellence in the field of corrections, Sergeant Thad Oclaray of the Rutherford County Correctional Work Center has ach.... Read More

Higher Genetic Risk of Obesity Means Working Out Harder for Same Results

Mar 27, 2024 at 04:18 pm by WGNS News

Persons with a higher genetic risk of obesity need to work out harder than those of moderate or low genetic risk to avoid becoming obese, according to a Vanderbilt U.... Read More

Unmasking the Princess Commentary and a Look at Photo Editing, Media Scrutiny and People

Mar 27, 2024 at 04:03 pm by WGNS News

OPINION: In today’s media commentary, MTSU Professor of Journalism Larry Burriss discusses Princess Kate and the recent media scrutiny over the controversy surrounding a.... Read More

Gary Farley Retires: A Legacy of Service and Leadership in Tennessee's Firefighting Community

Mar 27, 2024 at 11:08 am by Chandelar Williams

Murfreesboro, TN - Tennessee's Assistant Commissioner for Fire Prevention, Gary Farley, bids farewell to a distinguished career marked by service and dedication. Having served.... Read More

From Tire Shop to Empowerment: The Story of Liberty Station

Mar 26, 2024 at 09:41 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - It sits inside what was once an automotive tire shop… Liberty’s Station is one of the most distinct eateries in Rutherford County, serving as a.... Read More

Quick Action by Deputies Leads to Safe Recovery of Abducted Child

Mar 26, 2024 at 05:48 pm by Chandelar Williams

Murfreesboro, TN - In a swift and coordinated effort, Rutherford County Sheriff’s deputies in Murfreesboro, Tenn., apprehended a non-custodial father within 2-1/2 hours.... Read More

Not Discriminating Against Sexual Orientation in Tennessee Schools - New Bill in the TN Senate

Mar 26, 2024 at 03:52 pm by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, TN — A recently passed senate bill in the state of Tennessee has a focus on sex education and gender identity. On Monday, State Senator Janice Bowling, n.... Read More

Homecoming: Tennessee National Guard's 251st Military Police Company Returns from Overseas Deployment

Mar 26, 2024 at 10:30 am by Chandelar Williams

Smyrna, TN - Nearly 150 soldiers from the Tennessee National Guard’s 251st Military Police Company returned home on Thursday, March 21, after a nearly year-long deployme.... Read More

La Vergne SROs Help Homeless Student Repair Van that Served as his Home

Mar 26, 2024 at 06:13 am by WGNS News

La Vergne, TN - La Vergne High School SRO Cody Didier and SRO Jeremy Gregory helped a homeless, 17-year-old student obtain parts for the broken van he lived in, repaire.... Read More

Franklin Man Indicted on Federal Child Exploitation and Immigration Offenses, while Also Facing 15+ Rape and Child Rape Charges Locally

Mar 25, 2024 at 09:42 pm by WGNS News

Williamson County, TN - Next door to Rutherford County, in Franklin, Tennessee, a man is facing a slew of federal criminal charges alongside numerous local charges, includin.... Read More

New Soccer Program Launches in Murfreesboro, Offering Developmental Programs for Kids

Mar 25, 2024 at 07:43 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN– New Soccer Program Launches in Murfreesboro, Offering Developmental Fun for Kids A new opportunity for young soccer enthusiasts and youngsters who h.... Read More

Man Convicted for Selling Cocaine Near 2-Rutherford County Schools Denied Appeal

Mar 25, 2024 at 06:33 pm by WGNS News

  MURFREESBORO, TN - A man convicted of selling cocaine has filed an appeal, alleging errors in sentencing by a Rutherford County trial court, which imposed a forty-year.... Read More

Former Rap Artist Inspires Change at Rutherford County Correctional Work Center

Mar 25, 2024 at 06:01 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - Former Rap Artist Patrick Houston gave a presentation to over 100 residents at the Rutherford County Correctional Work Center (RCCWC) Thursday.&nb.... Read More

Local Gas Prices Lower than Counties North and West of Murfreesboro

Mar 25, 2024 at 03:14 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Pump price increases across the state gained momentum last week, rising nine cents on average. The Tennessee Gas Price average is now.... Read More

Smyrna Police Seek Assistance in Identifying Suspect in Theft Incident

Mar 25, 2024 at 12:52 pm by Chandelar Williams

Smyrna, TN - The Smyrna Police Department is reaching out to the community for assistance in identifying a female suspect involved in a theft incident at Harbor Freight. &nbs.... Read More