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Minivan Bandits Crouch Their Way Through $8,000 Lowe’s Heist and Remembered to Not Park in Handicap Spot

Apr 22, 2025 at 12:00 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN — In what can only be described as the most polite felony of the season, Murfreesboro Police are hot on the trail of two considerate criminals who clear.... Read More

Tennessee Lawmakers To Consider Dissolving or Restructuring TSSAA

Apr 21, 2025 at 09:54 pm by WGNS

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WGNS) — Tennessee lawmakers are looking into whether the state should take control of the TSSAA or shut it down completely.Representative Scott Cepicky.... Read More

Walk to Raise Support for Homeless Veterans in Murfreesboro and Beyond Set for May

Apr 21, 2025 at 09:36 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – The VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System (TVHS) is inviting the community to lace up their shoes and roll into action during the 2025 VA2K Walk an.... Read More

Local Sailor from Coffee County Serves Aboard U.S. Navy Destroyer in Indian Ocean

Apr 21, 2025 at 09:24 pm by WGNS News

INDIAN OCEAN – U.S. Navy sailors serve and protect the nation from strategic locations around the globe, and one of those dedicated service members hails from just east.... Read More

🔊 MTCS Latest School to Install New Turf Football/Soccer Field

Apr 21, 2025 at 07:01 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Middle Tennessee Christian School is excited to announce renovations to their football/soccer field at Throneberry Stadium. In the coming weeks, t.... Read More

UPDATE: Fatal Thursday Collision Near BNA Claims Life of Rutherford County Woman

Apr 21, 2025 at 06:27 pm by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – A Rutherford County woman has died following a two-vehicle crash this past Thursday morning in Nashville. The wreck occurred on Donelson Pik.... Read More

Step Back in Time at Murfreesboro’s Annual Pioneer Days Celebration

Apr 21, 2025 at 05:33 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Cannonsburgh Village is set to host the 49th annual Pioneer Days on Saturday, April 26, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This beloved event promises a full d.... Read More

Commentary by Professor Burriss in Murfreesboro: When Appliances Get Too Smart for Their Own Good

Apr 21, 2025 at 04:53 pm by WGNS News

COMMENTARY: Several people may remember , depending on your age, an old sci-fi story where appliances connected with one another and worked together—like a phone and a T.... Read More

Rutherford County #9 for Cheapest Gas as Tennessee Inches Down to #2 for Cheapest Gas While Remaining #14 for Cheapest Diesel

Apr 21, 2025 at 09:49 am by WGNS News

Rutherford County Drivers Practically Winning the Gas Price Lottery — If You Squint Hard Enough RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Break out the party hats and gas cans, folks &md.... Read More
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Quick Action by Murfreesboro Firefighters Contains Early Morning House Fire

Apr 21, 2025 at 06:17 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Firefighters with the Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department (MFRD) responded swiftly to a residential blaze early Sunday morning on Britannia Way, he.... Read More

Sheriff’s Office Warns of Latest Scam—Because Apparently, It’s Scam Season Again (and again, and again, and again)

Apr 19, 2025 at 09:05 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN – Ah, scams. Like pumpkin spice in the fall or mosquitos in the summer, they’re always in season. This time, the Rutherford County Sheriff's.... Read More

CONTINUED: Legacy Sports Fraud: Father and Son Indicted Over Failed Sports Park - Plans in Murfreesboro Never Materialized

Apr 19, 2025 at 08:58 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN – New information continues to surface regarding the failed plans to build a massive sports complex in Murfreesboro, shedding light on the Arizona-based.... Read More

Recycle Rutherford to Host Spring Meeting Focused on Solid Waste Solutions

Apr 19, 2025 at 05:13 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN – Recycle Rutherford will hold its annual Spring Meeting on Monday, April 28, at 7 p.m. at the Heritage Center, located at 225 W. College Street. The ev.... Read More

Ram's Murfreesboro Road Construction Report for April 20 - 26, 2025

Apr 19, 2025 at 05:03 pm by WGNS

New Butler Dr Phase II Work (near Kenny Pike Ct aka Old Butler Dr)   Expected Lane Closure:  Tuesday, 4/8 through Tuesday, 4/29:  City contractor will be perfo.... Read More

Amelia’s Closet Announces Fashion Judges for Project ReStyle 2.0

Apr 19, 2025 at 04:34 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN – Amelia’s Closet has officially announced the panel of fashion judges for Project ReStyle 2.0, a vibrant fundraiser set for Monday, April 29, 202.... Read More

Bowling Tournament Aims to Raise Funds for Teen Suicide Prevention

Apr 18, 2025 at 09:34 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO — Sheriff’s deputies who regularly respond to mental health and crisis calls will roll up their sleeves and lace up their bowling shoes next month to.... Read More

Residents, Law Enforcement Help Lead to Mattress Dumping Suspect’s Arrest

Apr 18, 2025 at 09:21 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO - Community cooperation and cutting-edge police technology led to the arrest of a Murfreesboro man charged in connection with the illegal dumping of a mattress..... Read More

Saks Global Fulfillment Center in La Vergne to Permanently Close, 446 Employees Affected

Apr 18, 2025 at 04:04 pm by WGNS

LA VERGNE - Saks Global Tennessee Fulfillment Center will begin a permanent closure of its facility at 1 Walden Books Drive starting June 4, 2025, according to a WARN not.... Read More

Candle Wishes Seeking Sponsors for Children's Birthdays

Apr 18, 2025 at 03:39 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO - A local nonprofit is calling on the community to help bring joy to underprivileged children in Rutherford County by sponsoring their birthdays. Candle Wishes, f.... Read More

Christian Powers named Murfreesboro Emergency Communications 2025 Telecommunicator of the Year

Apr 18, 2025 at 03:03 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Murfreesboro Emergency Communications (MEC) recognizes Christian Powers as the 2025 Public Safety Telecommunicator of the Year.   In a profe.... Read More