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Fallen Tree Kills MTE Power for Short Period on Sunday AM

Dec 29, 2024 at 09:21 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - A tree fell on Vine Street power lines around 8:30AM Sunday morning (12/29/2024), and a large area of Middle Tennessee Electric customers in the historic di.... Read More

Gun Store "Ram & Rob" Twice in 2-Days

Dec 29, 2024 at 08:23 am by WGNS

Smyrna, TN - Christmas was particularly challenging for a Smyrna business. The Southern Bunker, located at 321 Sam Ridley Parkway West, was struck twice in two days by thieves.... Read More

Saturday AM: Check I-840 and I-24

Dec 28, 2024 at 11:04 am by WGNS

The final weekend of 2024 started with traffic issues on both I-840 and I-24 in Rutherford County. This follows population studies indicating that this county has now surpasse.... Read More

WGNS--counting down the hours to our 78th Anniversary!

Dec 28, 2024 at 07:39 am by WGNS

(MURFREBORO) As the New Year of 1947 approached, rural Rutherford County had a dramatically different feel than today. Approximately 8,000 people populated the entire county..... Read More

New VA Sign-In on Jan. 31, 2025

Dec 28, 2024 at 07:14 am by WGNS

Washington, DC - After January 31, 2025, the VA remove the option to sign in with a My HealtheVet user ID and password. You’ll still be able to use your My HealtheV.... Read More

Have you had your FLU shot?

Dec 28, 2024 at 06:51 am by WGNS

Middle TN - The U.S. Centers for Disease and Prevention has released its latest flu report, with Tennessee marked as "Very" in terms flu level. According the Tennessee of.... Read More

Ram's New Year's Week Traffic

Dec 28, 2024 at 06:23 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - We're counting down the days and hours until 2025, and to make it even more exciting--WGNS turns age 78 with the New Year! Murfreesboro Transportation Depar.... Read More

Rutherford County Now 4th Largest in Tennessee

Dec 27, 2024 at 03:43 pm by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN - Rutherford County has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the fourth most populous county in Tennessee. With an impressive population incr.... Read More

Heavy Traffic at County CONVENIENCE CENTERS

Dec 27, 2024 at 03:03 pm by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN - The Rutherford County Solid Waste (RCSW) Department is currently handling a high volume of trash and traffic at its convenience centers as residents di.... Read More

Police Say They Need Your Help to Identify Three People in Shoplifting Case

Dec 26, 2024 at 08:35 pm by WGNS Radio News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN – The Smyrna Police Department is seeking your help in identifying three fashionable individuals who reportedly decided to explore the exciting art.... Read More

Rutherford County Ranks 4th with Lowest Unemployment for November

Dec 26, 2024 at 08:06 pm by WGNS

Nashville, TN - The Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development reported how this state's 95 counties did with unemployment in November. 91 had less than.... Read More

Fatal Auto Collision on I-840 Claims One Life in Rutherford County

Dec 26, 2024 at 07:05 pm by WGNS Radio News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - An auto collision occurred on I-840 at the West Jefferson Pike exit Thursday morning, resulting in one fatality and one injury. The tragic incident unf.... Read More

Make your New Year's Resolutions WORK in 2025

Dec 26, 2024 at 12:31 pm by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN - The start of this New Year is a perfect opportunity to set new goals and plan your personal and professional growth, challenging yourself to try someth.... Read More

Drinking, Driving, and a Free Ride Home on New Year's

Dec 26, 2024 at 11:11 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. - New Year’s Eve transitioning into New Year’s Day has historically been a dangerous time for drivers on area roadways, as far too many in.... Read More

Get Ready to Plunge: Annual Cold Dip Returns to Murfreesboro

Dec 26, 2024 at 11:11 am by WGNS Radio News

MURFREESBORO, TN – While the name of the event has changed, you’ll still get the same exhilarating feeling when you begin your year with a splash! The cold-natured.... Read More

Distracted Driving Exploding With TN Population!

Dec 26, 2024 at 10:56 am by WGNS

Tennessee - Distracted driving is exploding with the population in Tennessee. Whether its talking on your cell phone, making changes to your source of entertainment in the car.... Read More