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Rutherford County Sees Safer July 4th Holiday as Statewide Traffic Fatalities Drop

Jul 07, 2025 at 05:41 pm by WGNS

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS) – Rutherford County residents traveling U.S. 70 and nearby roadways experienced a much safer Independence Day travel period this yea.... Read More

New TN Law Targets Teen Bullies: License Suspensions Now in Effect

Jul 07, 2025 at 05:19 pm by WGNS

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS) – As of July 1, 2025, Tennessee’s new law imposing stricter penalties on juvenile bullying has taken effect statewide. Under the la.... Read More

State Grants of Up to $70K Available for Hiring Security Personnel at Houses of Worship in Tennessee

Jul 07, 2025 at 04:55 pm by WGNS News

TENNESSEE — The Department of Safety and Homeland Security has announced the opening of the 2025–2026 Houses of Worship Security Grant, which provides funding for.... Read More

Another Scam Alert: Local Detectives and Judges are Too Busy for Your Jury Duty Fine Via Bitcoin

Jul 07, 2025 at 04:28 pm by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN — In an astonishing revelation that’s sure to rock your faith in the criminal justice system, local judges and detectives want you to.... Read More

Fighting Food Insecurity: Puckett’s Murfreesboro Joins Feed the Community Program

Jul 07, 2025 at 03:45 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. - Puckett’s Restaurant in Murfreesboro is taking part in Puckett’s Love: Feed the Community, an initiative that will provide nearly 4,000 free.... Read More

UPDATE: Stray Rifle Bullet Turns July 4th Walk Into Tragedy at Twin Creeks Marina

Jul 07, 2025 at 07:50 am by WGNS

UPDATED: WINCHESTER, TN — What began as a medical emergency at Twin Creeks Marina has now turned into a homicide investigation after authorities determined a local.... Read More

Area Landfill Lifespan Shrinks as Need for Community Recycling Efforts Grow

Jul 07, 2025 at 07:12 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. - The lifespan of the Middle Point Landfill continues to shrink as Rutherford County’s population — and its trash output — steadily.... Read More

La Vergne Police Step Up Summer Drug and Traffic Enforcement in Dual Operations

Jul 07, 2025 at 07:00 am by WGNS Radio News

LA VERGNE, Tenn. – A series of law enforcement efforts over several days has led to multiple arrests and the seizure of illegal drugs, as La Vergne Police continue their.... Read More

Sapphire Drive Fire Sparked by Improper Firework Disposal, Fire Department Warns

Jul 05, 2025 at 09:33 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - Murfreesboro Fire-Rescue Department responded to an exterior fire at a residence on Sapphire Drive. Crews arrived to find flames burning along the outs.... Read More

Giles County Couple Arrested in Human Trafficking and Animal Cruelty Probe

Jul 05, 2025 at 07:04 pm by WGNS Radio News

GILES COUNTY, Tenn. – A multi-agency investigation has led to the arrest of James and Kelli Hewitt, a Giles County couple accused of a disturbing list of crimes, includi.... Read More

Man Wanted Since 1995 Nabbed in Mt. Juliet Traffic Stop

Jul 05, 2025 at 05:22 pm by WGNS Radio News

MT. JULIET, Tenn. – A routine traffic stop in Wilson County this past week resulted in the surprising arrest of a man who had been evading authorities for nearly three d.... Read More
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Late night 4th of July Blaze on Park Avenue in 'Boro

Jul 05, 2025 at 08:09 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - Late Friday night on the Fourth of July, Murfreesboro Fire-Rescue Department crews were dispatched to a warehouse at 820 Park Avenue where flames were.... Read More
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Thousands Celebrate 4th of July at Murfreesboro’s Fireworks Spectacular

Jul 04, 2025 at 09:57 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — On July 4, 2025, thousands gathered at the Fountains at Gateway on Medical Center Parkway, for Murfreesboro’s annual “Celebratio.... Read More

Sunflower Success in the Soil of Rutherford County: Local Experts Help Residents Grow More Than Roots

Jul 04, 2025 at 07:30 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - With more people moving to Rutherford County each month than almost anywhere else in the state, many newcomers are discovering the joys—and chall.... Read More

Rutherford County Ranchers Celebrate July as Beef Month in Tennessee

Jul 04, 2025 at 07:02 pm by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN - As grills fire up across the state this summer, Rutherford County’s beef producers have even more reason to celebrate. Governor Bill Lee has.... Read More

Two Holiday Tragedies: Fourth of July Turns Deadly on Middle Tennessee Waters

Jul 04, 2025 at 06:32 pm by WGNS

Ashland City, TN - What began as a day of celebration turned tragic for two families in Middle Tennessee this Fourth of July, as two separate water-related fatalities were rep.... Read More

Tragedy on Center Hill Lake Sparks 4th of July Water Safety Reminder!

Jul 04, 2025 at 09:13 am by WGNS

Center Hill Lake, TN - As Independence Day draws crowds to Tennessee’s lakes and rivers, officials are urging boaters and swimmers to stay vigilant following a trag.... Read More

Ascension Saint Thomas CEO Warns of Coverage Loss After H.R.1 Passage

Jul 03, 2025 at 04:09 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Ascension Saint Thomas President and CEO Fahad Tahir says he is deeply disappointed that the newly passed H.R.1 bill includes cuts to Medicaid and the.... Read More

Downtown Murfreesboro Sees Growth as New Businesses Open and Major Developments Loom

Jul 03, 2025 at 03:38 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - From new restaurants and shops to large-scale multi-use buildings, big changes are on the horizon for downtown Murfreesboro. Sarah Callender, Executive Dire.... Read More

Liberty’s Enduring Promise: From 1776 to Today (Submitted by Rep. Mike Sparks)

Jul 03, 2025 at 03:13 pm by WGNS News

In the sweltering heat of Philadelphia’s summer of 1776, history pivoted on the words of extraordinary men willing to commit what King George III would surely consider t.... Read More