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MPD Officer Jonathan Fenoy Decommissioned

Sep 14, 2024 at 03:52 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - Authorities have decommissioned Murfreesboro Police Officer Jonathan Fenoy following allegations of inappropriate use of force. The incident in question occ.... Read More

Remembering Casey

Sep 14, 2024 at 12:21 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - More about the passing of Casey Clark, the community advocate and long-time WGNS listener. His presence and voice on the radio were undoubtedly fa.... Read More

Student Faces Charges Following Stabbing at Oakland High School

Sep 13, 2024 at 04:24 pm by WGNS Radio News

Rutherford County, TN - A student at Oakland High School was taken into custody Friday morning following an alleged stabbing of a fellow student, according to Rutherford.... Read More

POSTPONED: TN Firemen’s Association and Nearest Green Distillery Team Up to Celebrate First Responders & Support the Tennessee Fallen Firefighter Memorial

Sep 13, 2024 at 12:40 pm by WGNS News

Shelbyville, TN - Due to anticipated yet unpredictable weather this weekend, both the Shady Brady Ride and Nearest Green's First Responder Appreciation Day have been postponed.... Read More

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Middle Tennessee Launches College Advancement Program

Sep 13, 2024 at 12:27 pm by WGNS News

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Middle Tennessee (BBBSMT) is proud to announce the launch of the College Advancement Program (CAP), a first-of-its-kind program for.... Read More

Kittrell Elementary School, State Farm Team Up For Fire Prevention Week

Sep 13, 2024 at 12:21 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Kittrell Elementary School in Readyville is teaming up with State Farm® and the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) to.... Read More

Some Developers Building Neighborhoods Barely Outside of Murfreesboro City Limits to Avoid Variety of Regulations

Sep 13, 2024 at 12:20 pm by WGNS News

 Listen to the entire interview with Murfreesboro Mayor Shane McFarland by clicking the PLAY above.  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Growth seems to be a news item that som.... Read More

UPDATE: Reward Offered in the Ongoing Search for Homicide Suspect Michael Van Dobbs

Sep 13, 2024 at 11:46 am by WGNS News

Maury County, TN – The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) has confirmed a reward of $2,500 for information leading to the capture of a fugitive wanted for the m.... Read More

Council Workshop approves getting old downtown church property back, even if by Eminent Domain!

Sep 12, 2024 at 07:04 pm by WGNS

WGNS news photo (9/11/2024} of 4 persons inside the fenced area of One East College, LLC. City says it was not their representatives. Murfreesboro, TN - At Thursday&rsqu.... Read More

📺RCSO & Todd’s Complete Auto Care Steps Up to Help Local Resident in Need

Sep 12, 2024 at 04:03 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO – A local act of kindness unfolded when Marquisha Frazier, a Murfreesboro resident, stopped by the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office to deliver homem.... Read More

Weather Moves NICU Reunion to Saturday, Sept. 21 (Noon-3PM)

Sep 12, 2024 at 03:24 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN - The storm front from Hurricane Francine continues to make changes in local events. The annual Lee and Susan Moss Family NICU Reunion at the home o.... Read More

Husband and Wife Each Accused of Theft Valued at Over $250,000

Sep 12, 2024 at 02:36 pm by WGNS News

MANCHESTER, TN - An investigation by TBI special agents into theft from a Manchester construction company has resulted in the indictment and arrest of a Coffee County husband.... Read More

Former TBI Director Mark Gwyn Remembered for a Life of Service and Dedication

Sep 12, 2024 at 02:08 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN – Last month, WGNS shared the news of the passing of former Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) Director Mark Gwyn, who died at the age of 61. Gwyn,.... Read More

📺Construction Accident Causes Gas Leak in Murfreesboro, Traffic Disrupted

Sep 12, 2024 at 01:37 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN – The Murfreesboro Fire & Rescue Department (MFRD) responded swiftly to a ruptured gas line incident at the intersection of Medical Center Parkway a.... Read More

Tips Lead To Arrest of Nashville Man On Multiple Aggravated Sexual Exploitation Charges

Sep 12, 2024 at 01:26 pm by WGNS News

In Nashville, an investigation by detectives from the Metro Nashville Police Department's Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Unit led to last night’s arrest of Alej.... Read More

UPDATE: La Vergne Cruise-In Cancelled Due to Severe Weather Threat

Sep 12, 2024 at 01:20 pm by WGNS News

La Vergne, Tenn. - The La Vergne Cruise-In event on Friday, September 13 has been cancelled due to threats of heavy rains and flooding following the Francine stormfront. .... Read More

The Evolution of Communication: Are We Losing Clarity in the Digital Age?

Sep 12, 2024 at 12:39 pm by WGNS News

COMMENTARY - In today’s media commentary MTSU Professor Larry Burriss reflects on the evolution of communication technologies, from the printing press to artificial inte.... Read More

Rutherford County Property Records Under Scrutiny: Comptroller Displays Growing Concern

Sep 11, 2024 at 11:29 pm by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - More news has emerged regarding possible inaccuracies in property record reporting at the Rutherford County Assessor of Property office. WGNS f.... Read More

Smyrna's Annual TOP GUN 6K has been postponed to Sept. 20 due to weather

Sep 11, 2024 at 09:08 pm by WGNS

Smyrna, TN - The Town of Smyrna’s Annual Top Gun Night Run 6k benefiting the Captain Jeff Kuss USMC Memorial and Scholarship fund has been postponed to Friday, Sept.... Read More

📺Francine & Impacts on Rutherford County

Sep 11, 2024 at 08:58 pm by Rutherford Weather

Bryan Barrett and Meteorologist Justin Bailey break down the potential local impacts of Francine, the tropical system that came ashore on Wednesday in Louisiana. Heavy rain is.... Read More