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What are Juveniles Arrested for in Rutherford County? What happens in Juvenile Court?

Jun 05, 2013 at 06:00 am by bryan

For those who don’t know – there is much more to juvenile court then kids simply committing petty theft and vandalism. Juvenile Court Judge Donna Scott Davenport t.... Read More

Two Arrests Made in Recent Break-Ins - Maybe More to Come?

Jun 05, 2013 at 06:00 am by bryan

Murfreesboro Police have made two arrest in the recent rash of vehicle break-ins. The arrests occurred on Leaf Avenue and authorities were dispatched to the address as a witne.... Read More

CAT DEAL: Name The Price that You want to Pay to Adopt a Cat for in Rutherford County

Jun 05, 2013 at 05:30 am by bryan

Need a cat? Ok, you may not NEED a cat but you may want one. Throughout the month of June the Pet Adoption and Welfare Services office in Murfreesboro will let you adopt a ca.... Read More

The Police WANT Your DNA Without a Warrant! Slow Down Macho!

Jun 05, 2013 at 04:30 am by bryan

In a split decision, a U.S. Supreme Court ruling will allow police to legally take DNA from people they arrest without a warrant or a conviction. A five-justice majority.... Read More

Restaurants Needed for the Annual Taste of Stones River

Jun 05, 2013 at 04:15 am by bryan

Calling all restaurants: applications are now being accepted to participate in the popular Taste of Stones River. On Saturday, August 24th, The Avenue - Murfreesboro will host.... Read More

(SEE VIDEO) Event About Increasing Awareness and Understanding of American Muslims Brings in Massive Crowd in Manchester

Jun 05, 2013 at 01:30 am by bryan

A special meeting took place Tuesday night for the stated purpose of increasing awareness and understanding of American Muslims. The event was held in Manchester, Tennessee.&n.... Read More

Local Teacher to Learn MORE About the Much Publicized "Common Core Education Standards"

Jun 05, 2013 at 01:15 am by bryan

A group of 150 local teachers are learning the latest teaching techniques to improve their students’ performance in Murfreesboro. A conference at MTSU focuses on the new.... Read More

This Looks Fun: KIDS Up To Their EARS in MUD Next to the Greenway in Murfreesboro

Jun 04, 2013 at 06:15 pm by bryan

Internet FUN Exclusive: Have you EVER seen a SWAMP Monster in Murfreesboro? Talk about fun in the sun and the perfect weather for outdoor adventures… On Tuesday WGNS g.... Read More

RCSO Crime Map for May 27 - June 2

Jun 04, 2013 at 03:20 pm by bryan

Here is a map of crime reports from the Rutherford County Sheriff's Office for the dates May 27th through June 2nd. 

Did You Hear a BIG BOOM in the Area of Smyrna Monday Night?

Jun 04, 2013 at 01:44 pm by bryan

WGNS has received multiple phone calls and emails from residents in the area of Smyrna telling us that they heard a loud “BOOM” sound Monday night. The sound was h.... Read More

JUNE is Dairy Days! WGNS will Broadcast LIVE on Wednesday from Event!

Jun 04, 2013 at 06:15 am by bryan

June is Dairy Days and with that information in hand, WGNS has made plans to celebrate Dairy Days at the local Agriculture Extension Agency. WGNS’ Bryan Barrett will be.... Read More

Traveling? Learn French, Spanish, Arabic, Latin or Chinese Languages in One Week! Seriously!

Jun 04, 2013 at 06:00 am by bryan

Planning to travel to a foreign country? Well, it’s not too late to learn a foreign language before you go. Dr. Shelley Thomas invites you to attend the Summer Language.... Read More

ICE DETAINER Placed on Suspect Charged with DUI

Jun 04, 2013 at 05:45 am by bryan

An immigrant to the United States arrested in Rutherford County is facing the possibility of deportation. Bernabe Cruz-Martinez who currently resides in LaVergne was picked up.... Read More

Sizable Theft at Victoria Secret

Jun 04, 2013 at 04:30 am by bryan

WGNS is following up on a Saturday theft that took place in Murfreesboro... We are told that Victoria Secret, the store, was the victim of a sizeable theft on Saturday in Murf.... Read More

Convicted Sex Offender Arrested Twice in 3-Month Period in Rutherford County

Jun 04, 2013 at 02:15 am by bryan

A 75-year old Nashville man has been apprehended in Rutherford County for a second time in the past 3-months on sex offender related charges. In March, Paul Little was apprehe.... Read More

Debit / Credit Card SCAM Hits Tennessee - BEWARE

Jun 04, 2013 at 02:00 am by bryan

The Tennessee Department of Financial Institutions has become aware of multiple incidents of consumers across the state receiving phone calls and text messages reportedly from.... Read More

Smyrna and Rutherford County Property Taxes to Likely Go UP

Jun 04, 2013 at 01:30 am by bryan

Nobody likes property taxes, that being said there is no easy way to break it to you that they may go UP. The Smyrna Town Council is looking at sending taxes up on property by.... Read More

Something Smells Fishy: Men Spend Over $8,000 in Walmart and No Red Flags Until AFTER They Leave?

Jun 04, 2013 at 01:00 am by bryan

Not too many people spend $5,000 or more at Walmart in a single shopping trip. So, you would think such an incident would raise the eyebrows of a clerk and maybe set off some.... Read More

Multiple Vehicle Break-Ins on Saturday in Murfreesboro

Jun 03, 2013 at 03:06 pm by bryan

On Saturday, multiple vehicle break-ins occurred at several locations throughout Murfreesboro. Police are still looking into the situation.  At the Walter Hill Park on H.... Read More

Three Men Facing Theft of Metal Charges

Jun 03, 2013 at 02:31 pm by bryan

Metal thefts continue in Rutherford County... Three men who are now suspects in a theft of metal case allegedly told police they had permission by a third shift supervisor to.... Read More