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Nolensville Fire Chief, David Windrow is Tennessee Fire Chief of the Year

Jul 24, 2023 at 06:30 am by WGNS News

Nolensville, TN - On Monday July 24th, The Tennessee Fire Chief’s Association recognized and awarded Nolensville Fire Chief David Windrow with the Fire Chief of the Year.... Read More

The Rutherford County Property Tax Increase, Explained by Commissioner Craig Harris

Jul 24, 2023 at 06:00 am by WGNS News

Today’s Commentary: With a recap of the property tax increase approved for Rutherford County, here is Rutherford County Commissioner Craig Harris… To hear the ent.... Read More

Sunday, July 23rd 2023: The Mr. Murfreesboro Show

Jul 23, 2023 at 10:35 pm by Producer

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MTSU Honored: TN Sports Hall of Fame

Jul 23, 2023 at 09:08 am by WGNS

(NASHVILLE) The ballroom was packed Saturday night (7/22/2023) at the Omni Nashville Downtown where the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame inducted its Class of 2023. Among a line-.... Read More
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Biggest Turnout Ever for "Taste of Rutherford"

Jul 22, 2023 at 09:11 pm by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO) A gentle breeze with temps in the 70s created the perfect background for Main Street Murfreesboro's Annual Taste of Rutherford on the lawn at Oaklands Mansion,.... Read More

Rockvale's Katie Coker Wins 1st Round

Jul 22, 2023 at 05:51 pm by WGNS

(CHEYENNE, WY) Rockvale native Katie Coker takes first place on the first of two days of competition at the Women's Ranch Broc Championship in Cheyenne. Katie is one of 5 memb.... Read More

TBI Arrests Jarrett L. Manning on Second Degree Murder Charge in Smithville Area

Jul 22, 2023 at 03:58 pm by WGNS

(SMITHVILLE) An investigation by special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has resulted in the arrest of a Smithville man on a murder charge.  Repor.... Read More

All New Combination of Uncle Dave Days & American Mules and Music, Gloria Christy, Marty Ray Gordon

Jul 22, 2023 at 03:04 pm by WGNS

(SHELBYVILLE) You've been hearing that Uncle Dave Macon Days is teaming-up with The American Mule and Music Association on the Celebration Grounds September through October 1,.... Read More

Former Oakland Football Player Killed in Nashville Car Crash

Jul 22, 2023 at 01:54 pm by WGNS

NASHVILLE, TN - As a result of an auto accident in Nashville this past Friday night, a former Oakland High School football player who most recently played for Austin.... Read More

Tax-Free Countdown In Tennessee

Jul 22, 2023 at 12:13 pm by WGNS

(TENNESSEE) There will be two Tennessee Tax Free periods, and both are rapidly approaching, thanks to the Tennessee General Assembly.  The first is known for helping with.... Read More

Man Shoots and Kills Female Victim in Front of Lebanon Police Officer

Jul 22, 2023 at 11:50 am by WGNS News

In Lebanon, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is investigating the death of a local woman and an officer involved shooting that occurred Friday evening. Lebanon Police sa.... Read More

Ram's Storm Changed Road Forecast

Jul 22, 2023 at 09:54 am by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO) Thanks to the storms, our weather has not been as rough as in other parts of the nation. However, the high winds and deluge of rain has impacted area constructi.... Read More

Christiana Motorcyclist Involved in June 30th Accident Dies

Jul 21, 2023 at 04:40 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - WGNS has more news on a motorcycle wreck that occured late last month in Murfreesboro. Police confirmed on Friday that Christiana resident Richard Coe.... Read More

Cold Cases in Tennessee: Two Skeletal Remains Discovered Over 30-Years Ago Identified

Jul 21, 2023 at 01:33 pm by WGNS News

In 2022, Governor Lee and the Tennessee General Assembly recognized the need for specialized testing to fund a DNA cold case initiative, and approved one-time funding of $10.... Read More

Rob Mitchell Announces Nearly $500K Returned to Rutherford General Fund

Jul 21, 2023 at 10:44 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN  Under the leadership of Rob Mitchell, the Property Assessor of Rutherford County, and the unwavering dedication of his hardworking staff, the count.... Read More

UPDATE: Suspect Identified in Theft Case at Murfreesboro Lowe’s Store

Jul 21, 2023 at 10:30 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn – Murfreesboro Police confirmed on Friday that a person of interest in a recent theft of power tools case has been identified. On June 29, an unident.... Read More

Smyrna Police Department Hires Assistant Police Chiefs

Jul 21, 2023 at 09:37 am by WGNS News

SMYRNA, Tennessee—Jason Irvin, Smyrna Police Department Police Chief, is pleased to announce Jeff Dwyer and John Liehr as assistant police chiefs for Smyrna. They both a.... Read More

Secretary of State Hosts MTSU Student Government Association for Event

Jul 20, 2023 at 08:16 pm by WGNS News

Secretary of State Tre Hargett welcomed Middle Tennessee State University Student Government Association (SGA) President Michai Mosby and Election Commissioner Caroline Spann.... Read More

Local Health Departments Participating in Red Sand Project To End Human Trafficking

Jul 20, 2023 at 07:50 pm by WGNS News

The Tennessee Department of Health and community partners across the state will come together to participate in the Red Sand Project July 25 to 31, 2023, for the fifth consecu.... Read More

Murfreesboro Council Approves Master Planning and Design Services for Blackman Park

Jul 20, 2023 at 07:44 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - The Murfreesboro City Council voted Thursday, July 20, 2023, to approve the Master Plan Task Order services for planning and designing Blackman Park..... Read More