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Repeat Offender Arrested: Man Facing Two Homicide Charges Apprehended in Rutherford County

Feb 20, 2024 at 10:20 am by WGNS News

La Vergne TN - Oswaldo Corado, a 19-year-old facing two separate criminal homicide charges, found himself back behind bars after a recent incident at Mill Ridge Park on Old Hi.... Read More

MPD Detectives Seek Public's Help in Identifying Person of Interest in Dollar General Theft Case

Feb 20, 2024 at 10:04 am by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN - Local authorities are urging community members to come forward with any information regarding a recent theft incident at the Dollar General on Cason Lane. T.... Read More

Hear from the Rutherford County Library System on Today's Interview

Feb 20, 2024 at 07:38 am by WGNS News

  Today, we learned about upcoming events and changes at our local library branches. Listen to the latest in the above podcast. Click the PLAY button above.   .... Read More

Second Positive Aging Conference Scheduled for April

Feb 19, 2024 at 09:38 pm by WGNS News

  MURFREESBORO, TN - The Second Positive Aging Conference is being planned and has already been scheduled for April 5, 2024. Dr. Deborah Lee, NHC Chair of Excellence in.... Read More

Ascension Saint Thomas Urgent Care Opening Third Murfreesboro Location this Month

Feb 19, 2024 at 05:09 pm by WGNS News

  MURFREESBORO, TN - If you've driven by and have seen the sign, you have likely noticed the new medical office on South Church Street in Murfreesboro, near the Joe B. J.... Read More

Experience the Thrill: CFRC Rodeo Returns for Two Nights at MTSU

Feb 19, 2024 at 04:55 pm by Chandelar Williams

Murfreesboro, TN - The upcoming CFRC Rodeo, hosted by The Community Foundation of Rutherford County, promises a thrilling lineup of events including bareback riding, steer wre.... Read More

Local Ham Radio Club Offers Classes To Get FCC License--FREE!

Feb 19, 2024 at 04:39 pm by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO, TN) Would you like to get a Technician Class amateur radio license from the Federal Communications Commission? The Stones River Amateur Radio Club will be offer.... Read More

Audio Commentary: The Value and Vulnerability of Genetic Information, by MTSU Professor Larry Burriss

Feb 19, 2024 at 03:44 pm by WGNS News

Media Commentary: In the digital age, the protection of personal and private information (PPI) has become a paramount concern, governed by a myriad of federal and state laws..... Read More

Prosecutors Reveal Links Between Opioid Cases in Small-Town Pharmacies

Feb 19, 2024 at 03:13 pm by Chandelar Williams

Middle Tennessee - Federal prosecutors say they have uncovered connections between previously unconnected cases involving opioid prescribers, revealing a troubling pattern in.... Read More

MTSU Alumnus Donates $18,000 Worth of Lighting Equipment to Enhance Student Training

Feb 19, 2024 at 12:16 pm by Chandelar Williams

Murfreesboro, TN - Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) received a significant donation of lighting equipment valued at over $18,000 from alumnus Shane Smith, representing.... Read More

Recognizing the Dedication of School Resource Officers on National SRO Appreciation Day

Feb 19, 2024 at 10:35 am by Chandelar Williams

Rutherford, TN - In honor of National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day on February 15th, the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office extended its gratitude to the ded.... Read More

Spring Pet Adoption Special Event at PAWS: Find Your Furry Companion!

Feb 19, 2024 at 10:03 am by Chandelar Williams

Rutherford, TN - PAWS, the local animal shelter, invites families to join them for a day of fun and the opportunity to find a forever furry friend at their upcoming event on S.... Read More

Tennessee Valley Healthcare Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program Re-accredited

Feb 18, 2024 at 02:59 pm by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO) The VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System (TVHS) Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program (RRTP) cleared more than 1,500 internationally-accepted stand.... Read More

Archeological Society Meets 2PM Sunday, Feb. 25th

Feb 18, 2024 at 02:34 pm by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO) The New Year’s first meeting of The Rutherford County Archaeological Society is set for 2:00 o’clock Sunday afternoon, Feb. 25, 2024 in Maney Hall a.... Read More

Ascension St. Thomas Only Hospital In This Area Offering Fetal Echo Tests

Feb 18, 2024 at 06:27 am by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO)  You’ve heard many broadcasts on WGNS talking about February being National Heart Month, which is still our number one killer.  But did you real.... Read More

Op-Ed on PRESIDENT'S DAY

Feb 17, 2024 at 10:07 am by WGNS

(NASHVILLE) Presidents' Day is a US national holiday that honors the first president, George Washington. The role of the President of the United States is unlike any other and.... Read More

MTSU's Spring Career Fair Feb. 26

Feb 17, 2024 at 07:09 am by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO)  Middle Tennessee State University students and alumni looking for employment are encouraged to take advantage of the upcoming career fair hosted by t.... Read More

Ram Has The ROAD REPORT For Boro Motorists

Feb 17, 2024 at 06:27 am by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO) It's that "twixt and tween" time of the year, as we move back and forth from winter to spring. Murfreesboro Transportation's Deputy Director Ram Balachandran ha.... Read More

Rutherford County Traffic Safety Task Force: Five Years of Collaboration and Commitment

Feb 16, 2024 at 10:45 pm by Chandelar Williams

Smyrna, TN - Recently, the Smyrna Police Department in Tennessee collaborated with multiple law enforcement agencies to commemorate the fifth anniversary of the Rutherford Cou.... Read More

Assistance Needed: Smyrna Police Seek Identification of Suspect in Credit Card Fraud Case

Feb 16, 2024 at 10:39 pm by Chandelar Williams

Smyrna, TN - The Smyrna Police Department is trying to identify the individual shown in the image below. On February 7, 2024, the suspect used a credit card that was not their.... Read More