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Authorities Seek Help Identifying Suspects in Barfield Park Car Break-In

Apr 03, 2024 at 11:22 am by Chandelar Williams

Murfreesboro, TN - Local authorities are seeking the public's assistance in identifying two individuals believed to be connected to a recent car break-in at Barfield Park. Ac.... Read More

Smyrna Resident's Fatal Attempt to Evade Police Ends in Tragic Arkansas Crash

Apr 03, 2024 at 09:43 am by Chandelar Williams

Jennette, Ark - Tragedy struck on the evening of April 1, 2024, when an attempt to evade law enforcement ended in a fatal crash near Jennette, Arkansas. The incident unfolded.... Read More

Scam Alert for Businesses in Tennessee

Apr 02, 2024 at 11:03 pm by WGNS News

Tennessee Secretary of State Tre Hargett issued a new warning to businesses across the state today about a deceptive mail scam related to the filing of annual business renewal.... Read More

Forensic Anthropologist Dr. Berryman Opened The Greenhouse Ministry Season of Public Talks

Apr 02, 2024 at 09:27 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - On Tuesday (4/2/2024) evening, Greenhouse Ministries began its third season of talks to stimulate community thinking. Forensic Pathologist Dr. Hugh Berryman.... Read More

State Veterinarian Issues Order for Dairy Cattle Movement

Apr 02, 2024 at 07:08 pm by WGNS News

In response to the USDA confirmation of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in dairy cattle in four states, the State Veterinarian has ordered a movement restriction.... Read More

High-Speed Chase in Murfreesboro on Monday Night

Apr 02, 2024 at 05:08 pm by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - A felon wanted on aggravated domestic assault charges was arrested after trying to evade Rutherford County Sheriff’s deputies and attempt.... Read More

Death of Coffee County Mayor Being Investigated by TBI

Apr 02, 2024 at 03:13 pm by WGNS

ullahoma, TN - Earlier today, WGNS reported on the death of 53-year-old Judd Matheny, the Mayor of Coffee County, and we have since confirmed that an investigation into his.... Read More

Ascend Federal Credit Union Opens New Location in Murfreesboro

Apr 02, 2024 at 01:35 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn., April 2, 2024 – Ascend Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union in Middle Tennessee, today announced the opening of its newest location i.... Read More

All Hands On Deck in Preparation of Storms - Schools, Utilities, Law Enforcement and Fire

Apr 02, 2024 at 10:18 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Preparing for storms on days like today involves multiple departments and services at nearly every level throughout Rutherford County and within the.... Read More

Neighboring Coffee County Mayor Metheny Died Overnight--Age 53

Apr 02, 2024 at 08:47 am by WGNS

Manchester, TN - Neighboring Coffee County is in mourning following the sudden death of County Mayor Judd Matheny. The mayor’s office confirmed that Matheny was found de.... Read More

Rutherford County School Funding Challenges and the 2006 County Powers Relief Act

Apr 01, 2024 at 09:48 pm by WGNS News

    RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Rutherford County Schools may face funding challenges for future construction of new schools, partly due to a legislative act that the.... Read More

Severe Weather Likely Tuesday for Rutherford Co., Including Damaging Winds & Tornadoes (Schools Closing 3-hours Early)

Apr 01, 2024 at 08:56 pm by Rutherford Weather

Severe storms are now very likely for all of Middle Tennessee Tuesday. Rutherford County and much of the midstate are under an enhanced risk (level 3 out of 5). That has led R.... Read More
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MTSU Astronomers to Open Observatory April 8 for Eclipse / Rutherford Co. Schools Closed and Murfreesboro City Schools Open for Eclipse

Apr 01, 2024 at 06:19 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — A Middle Tennessee State University Department of Physics and Astronomy faculty member will open the MTSU Observatory for.... Read More

BOLO: Identity Theft Suspect Sought in Multi-Bank Fraud Spree

Apr 01, 2024 at 03:58 pm by Chandelar Williams

Murfreesboro, TN - Local law enforcement authorities are seeking the public's assistance in identifying a woman believed to be connected to a string of fraudulent activities a.... Read More

North Carolina Man Sentenced to 25 Years for Child Pornography Charges Linked to Rutherford County Case

Apr 01, 2024 at 02:24 pm by Chandelar Williams

Rutherford County, TN - In a recent court ruling, a 24-year-old man from Monroe, North Carolina, named Jake Henry Anderson has been sentenced to 25 years in federal priso.... Read More

Listen: Allergies, Testosterone and Castor Oil in Your 5-Minute Good Health Update from Sunshine Nutrition Center

Apr 01, 2024 at 01:30 pm by WGNS News

WGNS takes a look a getting healthy and making positive choices to feel better with Kim Hillsman Dunaway from Sunshine Nutrition Center. The show today focuses on allergies,.... Read More

Cannonsburgh Village Prepares for Pioneer Days Celebration Later This Month

Apr 01, 2024 at 10:06 am by Chandelar Williams

Murfreesboro, TN - Murfreesboro residents are in for a treat on Saturday, April 27th, as Cannonsburgh Village gears up for a day filled with festivities celebrating Pioneer Da.... Read More

Smyrna Police Ask "Do You Know This Man"?

Apr 01, 2024 at 09:42 am by WGNS

Smyrna, TN - The Smyrna Police Department has issued a public appeal for assistance in identifying a male suspect involved in a recent theft. On Friday, March 22, 2024, t.... Read More

Over 400,000 KIA SUV's Recalled

Mar 30, 2024 at 09:50 pm by WGNS News

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), KIA is recalling a large number of 2020 through 2024 Telluride SUVs. The vehicle is apparently known.... Read More

Smyrna Assembly Plant Makes Automotive History: 15 Millionth Vehicle Marks Milestone Moment

Mar 30, 2024 at 12:37 pm by Chandelar Williams

Smyrna, TN - Situated in the heart of Tennessee, the Smyrna Assembly Plant recently marked a significant milestone by reaching the production of its 15 millionth vehicle. This.... Read More