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Scammers Still Think We’re All Sending Bitcoin to Random Cops — Murfreesboro PD Issues “You’ve Got Warrants” Alert

May 01, 2025 at 11:23 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN — In today’s edition of “You Can’t Be Serious,” the Murfreesboro Police Department has issued yet another SCAM ALERT — thi.... Read More

Insurance Must Treat Mental and Physical Health Equally, Say Tennessee Commissioners

May 01, 2025 at 11:10 am by WGNS News

TENNESSEE – Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has declared May as Mental Health Awareness Month. In supporting the gubernatorial proclamation, the Ten.... Read More

UPDATE: Lascassas Pike Second Degree Murder Suspect Scheduled for Court Appearance

May 01, 2025 at 10:47 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Next week, a murder case will make its initial appearance in Rutherford County General Sessions Court, where the suspect faces a single charge of second-deg.... Read More

NASA Space Grant Propels MTSU Students into Cutting-Edge Geospatial Research

May 01, 2025 at 07:03 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee State University Geosciences Department students Emily Therrell, Lula Baldriche and Trey Littrell were among a dozen participants.... Read More

Murfreesboro Saturday Market Returns May 3 with 85 Vendors and New Programs

May 01, 2025 at 06:20 am by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN—The Murfreesboro Saturday Market is set to return May 3rd for its 15th year. Throughout the season, the market will feature a record-breaking 85 vendors.... Read More

Honeybee Season Buzzes Back with Sweet Rewards and Serious Science

Apr 30, 2025 at 11:07 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - As summer sets in, it also signals the return of honeybee season — a critical time in the life cycle of one of nature’s most essential poll.... Read More

Wednesday Truck Fire Halted Traffic on I-24 Near Joe B. Jackson Parkway in Murfreesboro

Apr 30, 2025 at 01:50 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - A Wednesday morning truck fire led to the halting of traffic on I-24 this morning. As motorists began to roll past what started as a small blaze, the&n.... Read More

UPDATE: Police Still Searching for Clues in Halls Hill Pike Robbery Case

Apr 30, 2025 at 10:37 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Murfreesboro Police detectives are still actively searching for a suspect who allegedly robbed the Dollar General store on Halls Hill Pike at gunpo.... Read More
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UPDATES: Coming in 2026: Murfreesboro’s Veterans Park Promises All-Inclusive Outdoor Fun and Continued Upgrades Throughout Parks System

Apr 30, 2025 at 09:57 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Murfreesboro’s newest park projects is officially underway. The City broke ground in late March 2025 on Veterans Park, a sprawling 153-acre c.... Read More

TBI Investigating Fatal Officer-Involved Shooting in Neighboring Wilson County Following Barricade Situation

Apr 29, 2025 at 10:53 pm by WGNS News

MT. JULIET, TN — A domestic violence call in Wilson County escalated into a fatal officer-involved shooting Tuesday evening after a man reportedly fired at deputies duri.... Read More

⏩County Schools to Delay prz Proposal Amid Budget Challenges and No Bus Strike Planned

Apr 29, 2025 at 09:52 pm by WGNS

VIDEO FROM RUTHERFORD COUNTY SCHOOLS MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — In a video message to families, Rutherford County Director of Schools Dr. Jimmy Sullivan provided key.... Read More

House Fire on Joe Bond Trail Leaves Home Damaged but No Injuries Reported

Apr 29, 2025 at 07:00 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN — A house fire broke out Tuesday morning on Joe Bond Trail, prompting a rapid response from the Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department (MFRD). Firefighters.... Read More

Barfield Elementary Students Safe After Bus Crash at S. Church Street

Apr 29, 2025 at 06:55 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN — A Rutherford County school bus carrying elementary students was involved in a traffic accident Tuesday afternoon at the intersection of Calumet and So.... Read More

Coach Jamie Carver Steps Down After 12 Seasons Leading MTCS Baseball

Apr 29, 2025 at 04:20 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) – After 12 seasons at the helm, Coach Jamie Carver has announced his resignation as head coach of the Middle Tennessee Christian Sch.... Read More

A Life Worth Celebrating: 16th Annual Dinner Banquet Honors Children of Fallen Heroes

Apr 29, 2025 at 03:52 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - What began as a heartfelt tribute to one fallen Marine’s child has grown into a nationwide movement supporting more than 5,000 children. On.... Read More

Rutherford County Schools Set to Celebrate 2025 Graduations Across the District

Apr 29, 2025 at 03:11 pm by WGNS

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS) - Graduation season is upon us, and Rutherford County Schools are gearing up to celebrate the Class of 2025 with a series of ceremonies across.... Read More

Smyrna-Based Leader Mill Trains Young Men for Real-Life Manhood Through Hands-On Experience

Apr 29, 2025 at 02:27 pm by WGNS

SMYRNA, Tenn. (WGNS) – In the heart of Smyrna, Tennessee, a bold initiative is reshaping the future of manhood. The Leader Mill, a transformative non-profit rooted.... Read More

La Vergne Sailor Supports Naval Replenishment Operations in the Indian Ocean

Apr 29, 2025 at 02:24 pm by WGNS

INDIAN OCEAN (WGNS) — Operations Specialist 2nd Class Htee Shee, a native of La Vergne, was recently photographed supporting replenishment-at-sea operations aboard the A.... Read More

Firefighters Quickly Contain Blaze at Home on Joe Bond Trail; No Injuries Reported

Apr 29, 2025 at 02:20 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — Fire crews responded to a house fire on Joe Bond Trail Tuesday morning, where they found flames coming from the front of the residence upon.... Read More

Investigation Continues After Two Bodies Discovered Near J. Percy Priest Lake

Apr 29, 2025 at 01:55 pm by WGNS Radio News

NASHVILLE,  TN - One of two men found murdered in a wooded area near Percy Priest Lake has been identified as 19-year-old Amir Landan Wilkerson of Alabaster, Alabama. Aut.... Read More