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Tennessee Reconnect Report Shows Big Gains for Adult Learners, Wages, and Workforce

Nov 17, 2025 at 08:20 pm by WGNS News

A new statewide report shows Tennessee’s investment in adult education is paying off. According to the 2025 Navigate Reconnect Report—released by the Boyd Center f.... Read More

Waldron Station Project in La Vergne Moving Forward, Bringing 1,500+ Jobs, $5.3 Billion Economic Impact Over 20-Years

Nov 17, 2025 at 08:11 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - A large-scale mixed-use development is moving forward after receiving support from both the Industrial Development Board and the Finance Committee of.... Read More
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Rutherford County Installs Three‑Story Artificial Christmas Tree on Murfreesboro Square

Nov 17, 2025 at 02:58 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO — County crews were busy on the square Monday, November 17, 2025, erecting Rutherford County’s new three‑story artificial Christmas tree on the east s.... Read More

New Chick-fil-A Proposed for South Church & Joe B. Jackson Parkway

Nov 17, 2025 at 10:32 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - A new Chick-fil-A restaurant is being proposed for the northeast corner of South Church Street and Joe B. Jackson Parkway in Murfreesboro, directly across.... Read More

TSSAA Board to Review New Football Playoff Bracket Format at Nov. 20 Meeting

Nov 17, 2025 at 09:37 am by Primetime Sports

HERMITAGE, Tenn. (WGNS) - The future of Tennessee’s high school football playoff structure takes center stage Thursday, November 20, when the TSSAA Board of Control meet.... Read More

Construction Continues on Town Creek Project as 2026 Deadline Looms

Nov 17, 2025 at 09:30 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Construction is steadily moving forward on the long-awaited daylighting of Town Creek, an effort now visible to drivers along Northwest Broad Street be.... Read More

Tennessee Ranks 6th for Low Fuel Prices, But Rutherford County Not the Cheapest in the State

Nov 17, 2025 at 07:01 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - As gas prices shift across the country, Tennessee drivers can enjoy a small, fuel-scented victory lap. According to AAA, the Volunteer State is officia.... Read More

A Holiday Tradition Returns Dec. 4 with the Tennessee Philharmonic

Nov 17, 2025 at 05:19 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - The holiday season wouldn’t feel complete without the Tennessee Philharmonic Orchestra’s annual Christmas Spectacular. On Thursday, De.... Read More

UPDATE on County Mayor Joe Carr's Injuries

Nov 16, 2025 at 04:25 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - County Mayor Joe Carr is recovering from nine broken ribs, a lacerated liver, and a semi-collapsed lung. The injury happened on Veterans Day afternoon aroun.... Read More

MTSU’s Recording Industry Department Earns Billboard Honor for 11th Year

Nov 16, 2025 at 03:04 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - For the 11th year in a row, Middle Tennessee State University’s Department of Recording Industry has landed a coveted spot on Billboard’s list o.... Read More

Firefighter Jackson Pepper Saves Trapped Cat, Brings Smiles and Happiness!

Nov 16, 2025 at 10:21 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Over the weekend, Murfreesboro Fire-Rescue crews answered many calls for help, but one rescue carried a special kind of joy. Firefighter Jackson Pepper spra.... Read More

County Faces $234,166 Bill Amid Dispute Over Property Appraisal Accuracy

Nov 16, 2025 at 01:39 am by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Recent actions by the Tennessee Comptroller’s Office — including a detailed review of Rutherford County property appraisals —.... Read More

Rutherford County Schools Launch District-Wide Food Drives to Support Local Families

Nov 15, 2025 at 09:56 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Rutherford County Schools has launched a coordinated, district-wide initiative to collect and distribute non-perishable food and essential household su.... Read More

Student Farmers Showcase Sustainability and Success at the Winter Farmers Market in Murfreesboro

Nov 15, 2025 at 09:35 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Local student farmers showcased their hard work at the Rutherford County Farmers Market with creativity and a strong dedication to sustainable agricult.... Read More

Rutherford County Fire Rescue Welcomes Newest Class of Firefighters

Nov 15, 2025 at 07:30 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN — Rutherford County Fire Rescue celebrated the graduation of Recruit Class 25-01 Friday (11/14/25). The ceremony marked the end of 14 weeks of dema.... Read More

PathPoint Health Opens Doors to Integrated Care in Murfreesboro

Nov 15, 2025 at 01:36 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN — There’s a new name in town when it comes to tackling some of the most pressing health challenges facing our community. PathPoint Health, a metab.... Read More

MTSU and Green Interchange Tree Sale thru this MONDAY for a Greener Tennessee

Nov 15, 2025 at 09:57 am by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN - Middle Tennessee State University’s Center for Energy and Sustainability is joining forces with the nonprofit Green Interchange to encourage Tennessea.... Read More

Traffic Alert: Lane Shift Scheduled on Old Lascassas Pike this coming Mon-Fri

Nov 15, 2025 at 09:24 am by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN – Motorists traveling along Old Lascassas Pike should prepare for traffic interruptions beginning this Monday, November 17, 2025. A temporary lane shift.... Read More

Free Legal Help at the Legal Aid Society

Nov 15, 2025 at 08:38 am by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN - The Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands, Tennessee’s largest nonprofit law firm, is opening its Murfreesboro office to the publi.... Read More

Back-to-Back Fires Keep Rutherford County Crews Busy

Nov 15, 2025 at 07:09 am by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN – Rutherford County Fire Rescue (RCFR) faced a challenging afternoon on Friday (11/14/2025) when two major structure fires broke out within minutes.... Read More