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Abe Lincoln (AKA Storyteller Jacob Truax) at Oaklands Mansion 6PM Nov. 12

Nov 04, 2023 at 06:47 am by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO)  Don't be surprised if you see a tall man with a top hat walking around town over the next few days. The Heart of Tennessee has a distinguished visitor in.... Read More

COLD CASE: 2016 Murder of Man Behind Marco's Pizza on Northfield Blvd. in Murfreesboro

Nov 03, 2023 at 11:52 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro Police continue to investigate the July 15, 2016 murder of Fausto Hernandez. Evidently, Hernandez and his wife lived in Texas, but he was temporarily staying in M.... Read More

Discussions of REIT Properties Continues as Public Traded Companies Purchase Real Estate for Investments

Nov 03, 2023 at 11:50 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - A REIT, or a Real Estate Investment Trust, is often formed by a publicly traded company that buys thousands of properties across the country to turn.... Read More

Exchange Club names Colby Reed ‘Officer of the Year’

Nov 03, 2023 at 09:29 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) Special Operations Division Detective Colby Reed has been named, ‘Officer of the Year,’ by th.... Read More

UPDATE: Man Who Shot Woman in Face on I-24 at Medical Center Parkway in Murfreesboro Found Guilty of Attempted First Degree Murder

Nov 03, 2023 at 12:25 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - A man who shot a woman in the face on Interstate 24 in Rutherford County two years ago was convicted in court late last month. The shooting occurred.... Read More
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UPDATE: 24-Year-Old Man Badly Burned in 5-Car Accident was Saved by a Murfreesboro Fire Crew that was Only 1-Block Away

Nov 02, 2023 at 10:49 pm by WGNS News

To see the November 16, 2023 UPDATE to this news story, CLICK HERE. MURFREESBORO, Tenn. - The father of the young man who was severely burned in a 5-car accident this past Sa.... Read More

Subjects Hammered Their Way Into a Local Business (See Video)

Nov 02, 2023 at 08:51 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. - A local vape store was burglarized early Halloween morning in Murfreesboro. Unknown subjects broke into the shop that sits along Old Fort Parkway near.... Read More

Mayor Shane McFarland recognizes April McClurkan with STARS Award

Nov 02, 2023 at 07:44 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – April McClurkan is the latest Murfreesboro City employee to be awarded as a STAR! McClurkan professionally and persistently coordinated a resp.... Read More

As Cason Lane Murder Investigation Continues, Friends Show Support to Family by Fundraising Efforts

Nov 02, 2023 at 07:34 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Investigators continue to work at uncovering clues to determine who may be a suspect in an October 12th murder that left a Murfreesboro man.... Read More

2023 Tennessee Titans Mr. Football semifinalists announced

Nov 02, 2023 at 09:44 am by WGNS

Three Rutherford County prep football players have been named Tennessee Titans Mr. Football Semifinalist. Riverdale quarterback Braden Graham, Oakland running back Daune (duh-.... Read More

MTSU'S Peck Hall OPEN Thursday

Nov 02, 2023 at 05:30 am by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO)  While MTSU's Peck Hall was closed Wednesday due to a suicide by a contracted worker, the facility re-opened on Thursday (11/2/2023). MTSU Presid.... Read More

Safe Storage of Firearms Act Began on Wednesday, November 1

Nov 02, 2023 at 03:43 am by WGNS News

A pivotal moment for firearm safety in Tennessee began November 1st with the enactment of the Safe Storage of Firearms Act. The new legislation, formerly known as House Bill.... Read More

18-Year-Old Killed in Tuesday Morning Accident on Hwy 96 in Murfreesboro

Nov 02, 2023 at 02:47 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - An 18-year-old from Murfreesboro was killed in a two car crash on Tuesday morning. The wreck occurred on Franklin Road, which is also known as Highway 96.... Read More

BOLO: Stolen Credit Card Case with Ties to Murfreesboro and Smyrna

Nov 02, 2023 at 01:33 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN – Local detectives need help identifying three persons of interest who are accused of using credit cards that were stolen in Murfreesboro. Accor.... Read More

10th Annual Statewide Event Gives Everyone a Chance to Plant

Nov 02, 2023 at 12:27 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TENN - Tennessee residents are invited to reserve native trees to plant at their homes, farms and in their communities during the 10th annual Tennessee Tree.... Read More

Local Election Administrator Testifies Before U.S. Senate Committee

Nov 01, 2023 at 08:43 pm by WGNS

(WASHINGTON, DC) -- Rutherford County Election Administrator Alan Farley testified before the United State Senate's Rules & Administration Committee Wednesday (11-1-2023).... Read More

Smyrna Police Continue to Search for Suspects Involved in Stolen Police Equipment

Nov 01, 2023 at 08:19 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, Tennessee—The Smyrna Police Department is searching for suspects involved in stealing police equipment including armor and firearms. On Sunday, October 29, 2023.... Read More

Almost 375 Pounds of Drugs Collected During Drug Take Back day

Nov 01, 2023 at 05:26 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY,  TN - Almost 375 pounds of opioids, prescription drugs and over-the-counter medications were collected Friday and Saturday during the fall Drug Take Ba.... Read More

MTSU Says No Immediate Threat on Campus Following Death Inside Peck Hall

Nov 01, 2023 at 12:11 pm by WGNS News

A death inside Peck Hall on the MTSU campus is what led to the building on campus being shut down and classes canceled Wednesday.MTSU President Sidney McPhee said, "MTSU.... Read More

The Planning of a New Park on Veterans Parkway in Murfreesboro Continues and Becomes More Concrete

Oct 31, 2023 at 10:21 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TENN. - Planning the layout of a new park along Veterans Parkway in Murfreesboro is underway now... That was Murfreesboro Parks and Rec Director Nate Williams..... Read More