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Big Decisions Ahead: Amendments on Bail, Property Taxes, and Victims' Rights Coming in 2026

Apr 28, 2025 at 11:04 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Area voters will have some important decisions to make next year. In November 2026, during the governor’s election, residents will be able to vot.... Read More

Parkway Baptist Church to Host New Testament Manuscripts Conference with CSNTM Research Leaders

Apr 27, 2025 at 06:17 pm by WGNS

SMYRNA, Tenn. (WGNS) - Parkway Baptist Church is excited to announce an upcoming two-day conference featuring Research Leaders from The Center for the Study of New Testam.... Read More
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Child Advocacy Center | 25 Years of Safety, Justice and Healing for Local Children

Apr 27, 2025 at 05:21 pm by WGNS

  MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — This year marks a quarter century of healing and justice for victims of child abuse in our community as the Child Advocacy Center (C.... Read More

MTE’s Earth Day Event Brings Sunshine, Clean Energy, and Family Fun to Murfreesboro

Apr 26, 2025 at 01:01 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) – The 24th Annual Earth Day Celebration hosted by Middle Tennessee Electric (MTE) turned out to be a shining success, despite initial concerns.... Read More

Ram's Road Report • Murfreesboro Construction Projects for April 27 through May 3

Apr 25, 2025 at 06:04 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Here is an update on this coming week's road projects from the city of Murfreesboro and TDOT.New Butler Dr Phase II Work (near Kenny Pike Ct aka O.... Read More
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Hundreds Brave Rain for 10th Annual Hometown Heroes Walk for Children

Apr 25, 2025 at 06:00 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) – Despite rainy weather, over 250 passionate community members gathered for the 10th Annual Hometown Heroes Walk for Children on Friday, April.... Read More

United Way Kicks Off Volunteer Days with Community Event in Murfreesboro

Apr 25, 2025 at 08:15 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — April 25, 2025 — United Way of South Central Tennessee officially launched its Volunteer Days initiative Friday morning with a community brea.... Read More

Kitchen Fire Contained at South Bilbro Avenue Townhome in Murfreesboro

Apr 25, 2025 at 07:13 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — On Thursday (April 24, 2025), fire crews from the Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department (MFRD) responded swiftly to a morning kitchen fire at a townh.... Read More

UPDATE: Tennessee National Guard Returns to Smyrna in Historic $400M Airport Expansion

Apr 25, 2025 at 06:39 am by WGNS News

SMYRNA, Tenn. — April 25, 2025 — Smyrna is gearing up for a significant transformation as the Tennessee National Guard prepares to return to its former stronghold.... Read More

• Two Teenagers Arrested for New Vision Church Bomb Threat •

Apr 25, 2025 at 05:00 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Two teenagers have been arrested after allegedly posting a bomb threat on social media, claiming an explosive device was inside New Vision Church.... Read More

Rutherford County Schools Approves Controversial ‘Parental Responsibility Zones’ to Cut Transportation Costs

Apr 24, 2025 at 10:18 pm by WGNS Radio News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS ) - A controversial new transportation policy is coming to Rutherford County Schools. In a 4-to-3 vote, the school board approved “Parental Res.... Read More

Rutherford County Ranks Among Tennessee’s Lowest in March Unemployment Report

Apr 24, 2025 at 09:50 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County Ranks Among Tennessee’s Lowest in March Unemployment Report MURFREESBORO, TN – April 24, 2025 – Rutherford County continues to demonstrate.... Read More

Ascension Saint Thomas and Lifepoint Rehabilitation to Open New Inpatient Rehab Hospital in Murfreesboro

Apr 24, 2025 at 09:33 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN – April 24, 2025 – Ascension Saint Thomas and Lifepoint Rehabilitation, a business unit of Lifepoint Health, have received state regulatory approv.... Read More

Tennessee Right to Life Criticizes Governor Lee for Signing Controversial Contraception and IVF Bill

Apr 24, 2025 at 09:23 pm by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, April 24, 2025 - Tennessee Right to Life expresses extreme disappointment that Governor Lee signed into law HB0533/SB0449. The Governor received sign.... Read More

Rutherford County Farmers’ Market Celebrates 50th Anniversary with May 9 Opening

Apr 24, 2025 at 09:07 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN – A beloved local tradition hits a major milestone this year as the Rutherford County Farmers’ Market celebrates its 50th anniversary when it open.... Read More

Serious Crash S. Rutherford at S. Church

Apr 24, 2025 at 07:53 pm by WGNS

TRAFFIC ALERT - See Update HERES. Church Street at S. Rutherford Blvd. Is blocked due to a serious injury crash involving a car and motorcycle. Expect traffic delays. Find an.... Read More

Town of Smyrna Announces Appointment of New Fire Chief

Apr 24, 2025 at 06:40 pm by WGNS

SMYRNA, Tenn. (WGNS) — The Town of Smyrna is proud to announce the appointment of Chief Brian Goss as the new Fire Chief of the Smyrna Fire Department. Chief Goss is a.... Read More

MTSU Named First “Age-Friendly” University in Tennessee

Apr 24, 2025 at 01:33 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) has earned the distinction of being the first higher-education institution in Tennessee to receive official recogni.... Read More

Rutherford County Eyes Growth with Possible $1 Billion Budget

Apr 24, 2025 at 09:30 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - It’s budget season for Rutherford County and planning ahead for the construction of new schools is a must as the county continues to experience s.... Read More

Get Ready for the Sweetest Event — The 2nd Annual Cheesecake Festival in Murfreesboro!

Apr 24, 2025 at 07:11 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN — Mark your calendars and bring your sweet tooth! The 2nd Annual Cheesecake Festival is back and bigger than ever, set for Saturday, May 17, 2025, from.... Read More