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Rutherford County Schools OPEN ON TIME THURSDAY

Jan 22, 2025 at 06:32 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY SCHOOLS are OPEN on time! MURFREESBORO SCHOOLS are also open on time.

Brrr-acing for the Cold: How to Protect Your Home this Winter

Jan 22, 2025 at 02:27 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - While the temperatures may be going back up, they will likely plunge into the teens and single digits again this month and next. That said, don't forge.... Read More

Professional Educators of TN comment on Antioch High Schooting

Jan 22, 2025 at 01:09 pm by WGNS

Nashville - Statement from Professional Educators of Tennessee on the Antioch School Shooting. JC Bowman, executive director, Professional Educators of Tennessee, ma.... Read More

2 Dead in Shooting at Antioch High School, Deceased Identified

Jan 22, 2025 at 12:58 pm by WGNS

NASHVILLE - Authorities are investigating a deadly school shooting Wednesday (1/22/2025) morning at Antioch High School. That's where we find Access Tennessee's Will Nunl.... Read More
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Firefighters Respond to Winding Branch Drive Garage Fire

Jan 22, 2025 at 10:27 am by WGNS News

A residential fire that occurred on Tuesday afternoon in Rutherford County is under routine investigation. The blaze took place at a home in the 1100 block of Winding Branch D.... Read More

Libraries in Transition: Video Resources, 3D Printing, Bluey the Dog and Live Music Over the Next 2 Saturdays in Rutherford County

Jan 21, 2025 at 08:02 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Libraries are evolving with the times, enhancing both productivity and enjoyment depending on your needs. From traditional books to 3D printers and GoP.... Read More

Stolen Plates and Paraphernalia led Lebanon Police to Arrest Murfreesboro Duo in Smyrna Case

Jan 21, 2025 at 06:22 pm by WGNS News

WILSON COUNTY, TN - In Lebanon, Tennessee, a high-tech tool known as “SafeNet” proved its worth this week when it alerted local law enforcement to a stolen license.... Read More

Beware! The Bedford County Phone Scammers Are Making 'Cents'

Jan 21, 2025 at 04:54 pm by WGNS News

SHELBYVILLE, TN - Buckle up, Bedford County! If you thought that long drives and sunshine were the only things to worry about on Highway 231 South, think again! The Shelbyvill.... Read More

Learn how to talk to new friends around the world! ARRL Winter Field Day this weekend at Barfield-Crescent Park

Jan 21, 2025 at 11:15 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN:  Winter Field Day will be this Saturday and Sunday (1/25-26/ 2025). It is sponsored by the American Radio Relay League (ARRL) Winter Field Day. The publ.... Read More

State Rep. Bryan Terry Named Chairman of House Health Committee

Jan 21, 2025 at 09:27 am by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – State Rep. Bryan Terry, MD, R-Murfreesboro, has been appointed by House Speaker Cameron Sexton, R-Crossville, to serve as cha.... Read More

Accused Smyrna Shoplifter in Bright Red Puffy Coat and Trucker Headset

Jan 20, 2025 at 09:15 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, TN - In what can only be characterized as a bold shoplifting incident, the Smyrna Police Department has issued a call for assistance in identifying an individual captu.... Read More

Stewarts Creek Band found support by "friends in high places"

Jan 20, 2025 at 07:15 pm by WGNS

Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.)  proudly stated “Monday (1/20/2025), Rutherford County’s Stewarts Creek High School got to.... Read More
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⏩ Stewarts Creek High School Band Shines in Inaugural Parade (WATCH THE PERFORMANCE)

Jan 20, 2025 at 05:33 pm by WGNS News

WATCH THE BAND PERFORMANCEWASHINGTON, D.C. – After overcoming significant challenges, the Stewarts Creek High School Band proudly performed in the Inaugural Parade for P.... Read More

RC Historical Society Cancelled Tonight!

Jan 20, 2025 at 03:14 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - Tonight's Rutherford County Historical Society Meeting has been cancelled due to the extremely cold weather. Temperatures are forecast to be 16-degrees when.... Read More

Scammer’s Attempt to Expose Rutherford County Residents of Their Internet Habits Misses the Mark

Jan 20, 2025 at 03:08 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - In a shocking turn of events sure to make your popcorn-loving Internet habit feel even more thrilling, a Rutherford County resident received an email f.... Read More
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MLK March Moved Forward Despite 20-degree Temps!

Jan 20, 2025 at 02:59 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN – Approximately 300 persons bundled-up and braved the 20-degree temperatures to honor Dr. King in the Annual MLK March. March Coordinator Shawn Brown to.... Read More

From Borders and Crime to Generosity and Gender: Key Highlights from Trump's Inaugural Speech

Jan 20, 2025 at 02:10 pm by WGNS News

WASHINGTON D.C. - President Donald J. Trump's inauguration speech was filled with promises and bullet points, many of which were previously noted during his campaign back to t.... Read More

Official Lineup: Smyrna's Stewarts Creek High School Band First High School Band in Lineup During Inaugural Parade (Video Stream)

Jan 20, 2025 at 11:45 am by WGNS News

  Trump Vance Inaugural Committee Announces Presidential Parade Participants (See the full press release below): WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Trump Vance Inaugural Co.... Read More

▶️ UPDATE: Stewarts Creek High band reinstated to perform at Inauguration

Jan 20, 2025 at 10:17 am by WGNS

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Stewarts Creek High School band has learned they will perform at the Presidential Inauguration event today in Washington D.C. Principal Dr. Clark Harrel.... Read More

James Howard Reed, Jr. arrested and jailed, $200,000 bond

Jan 20, 2025 at 07:28 am by WGNS

SHELBYVILLE, TN - On Monday, the suspect of a child sex related investigation in Shelbyville, TN remains behind bars in the Bedford County Jail. 47-Year-old James Howard Reed,.... Read More