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Transforming Lives: The Impact of Seeds of Praise on Youth

Jan 03, 2025 at 06:23 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Join WGNS’ Scott Walker as he sits down with Dr. Terrance Haynes, a passionate advocate for youth empowerment and the founder of Seeds of Praise, a tr.... Read More

🎦 Busy Weather Weekend Ahead

Jan 03, 2025 at 05:15 pm by Rutherford Weather

RUTHERFORD COUNTY - A mix of wintry and rainy weather is expected to cap off the weekend and carry into the start of the workweek. A Friday front brought cold weather and by S.... Read More

Public Invited To New Smyrna Fire Hall 2PM Monday

Jan 03, 2025 at 05:09 pm by WGNS

Smyrna, TN - The Town of Smyrna will officially open its new Fire Station #4 at 5650 W. Jefferson Pike at 2:00 o’clock this coming Monday afternoon (1/6/2024). Smy.... Read More

Sunshine Nutrition's "Cock of the Walk" is Missing!

Jan 03, 2025 at 04:07 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - Sunshine Nutrition Center had a guest stop by in February (2024), almost a year ago. There were no cries of "fowl play" as Brewster's followers grew in.... Read More

Search CANCELLED—teen found SAFE!

Jan 03, 2025 at 03:05 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - The reported "missing" 17-year-old Murfreesboro teen has been located. Keyonte Smith is safe! Smith was earlier reported "to be" missing, but after it was.... Read More
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Thursday Night Fire at Ramada

Jan 03, 2025 at 02:41 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - A fire was reported at the Ramada Inn, 1855 S. Church St. on Thursday night. Upon arrival, responding crews found an electrical outlet in a breezeway burnin.... Read More

AI Tested for Alerting Clinicians of Suicide Risks

Jan 03, 2025 at 02:01 pm by WGNS

Nashville, TN - A new study from Vanderbilt University Medical Center shows that clinical alerts driven by artificial intelligence (AI) can help doctors identify patients.... Read More

Could It Really Be TRUE?

Jan 03, 2025 at 01:16 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - The City Public Works Division is ready to battle ice and snow with brand new snow plows and a new purchase of 1,000 tons of salt. For the outstanding.... Read More
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Dramatic Vehicle Crash into Chelsea Place Apartments - No Serious Injuries Reported

Jan 02, 2025 at 10:15 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN – A shocking accident unfolded at the intersection of Middle Tennessee Boulevard and Bradyville Pike when a small white SUV crashed into the Chelsea Pla.... Read More
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Multiple Fire Calls to Include Fireworks, Wiring and Space Heaters Keep Murfreesboro Fire Fighters Busy

Jan 02, 2025 at 09:48 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - As winter temperatures drop, local fire departments are experiencing a rise in fire-related calls, prompting the Murfreesboro Fire & Rescue Department (.... Read More

SWAT Team Standoff in Smyrna Ends After Nearly 7 Hours

Jan 02, 2025 at 04:46 pm by WGNS

SMYRNA, TN – A nearly seven-hour standoff between a male suspect and SWAT team members in a Smyrna neighborhood ended Thursday afternoon after gunshots were reporte.... Read More

Thin Ice and Bitcoin: Another Scam Saga Unfolds in Middle Tennessee

Jan 02, 2025 at 07:27 am by WGNS Radio News

Nothing says "good intentions" like extortion... This is what a resident of Spring Hill recently found out, after finding themselves on the receiving end of a classic email sc.... Read More

First 2025 Baby Born In Tennessee's 4th Largest County!

Jan 01, 2025 at 07:43 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - What a heartwarming way to start the new year! Congratulations to Tymerria Duncan and Quentin Harris on the arrival of their baby boy, Lennox Jeremiah.... Read More
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Karin’s Kustard & Hamburgers Set to Reopen Following Crash Repairs

Dec 31, 2024 at 08:26 pm by WGNS

Smyrna, TN – Karin’s Kustard & Hamburgers, a cherished local eatery in Smyrna, has announced its reopening after extensive repairs. The family-owned restaurant.... Read More

Beloved Former MTSU Baseball Player Chuck Akers Passes Away

Dec 31, 2024 at 05:31 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — The Middle Tennessee State University and Murfreesboro community is mourning the loss of Charles Richard “Chuck” Akers, Jr., a former s.... Read More

COMMENTARY: Nostalgic Sarcasm: Surviving Nuclear Threats with a Sense of Humor

Dec 31, 2024 at 05:00 pm by WGNS Radio News

COMMENTARY: Dr. Larry Burriss, a journalism professor at MTSU, recently reflected on his father’s sarcastic advice, “When in wonder or in doubt, run in circles scr.... Read More

UPDATE: Virginia Woman Dies Following Parking Lot Accident in Murfreesboro

Dec 31, 2024 at 02:13 pm by WGNS Radio News

MURFREESBORO, TENN. – Cathy Pendergrass, 61, of Warrenton, Virginia, has tragically died after sustaining critical injuries in a freak parking lot accident at LongHorn S.... Read More

Toot's Celebrates 40 Years of Tradition, Food, and Community Impact in 2025

Dec 31, 2024 at 11:35 am by WGNS Radio News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Multiple generations have visited the restaurant known locally for its fresh seafood, buffalo wings, curly fries, and chicken fingers. Over the years,.... Read More

Rutherford County Correctional Work Center Conducts Annual Bless-A-Child Event

Dec 30, 2024 at 04:03 pm by WGNS Radio News

Rutherford County, TN - Rutherford County Correctional Work Center (RCCWC) in partnership with New Vision Baptist Church, conducted their annual Bless-A-Child event on Decembe.... Read More
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Rutherford County Deputies Spread Holiday Cheer with Secret Santa Donations

Dec 30, 2024 at 03:53 pm by WGNS Radio News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - In the spirit of giving this holiday season, Secret Santa and Mrs. Claus provided cash for Rutherford County Sheriff’s patrol deputies to distrib.... Read More