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Arts Center of Cannon County Brings The Music Man to the Stage in Woodbury

Jan 02, 2026 at 07:04 pm by WGNS News

The Arts Center of Cannon County is preparing to open its next major stage production, The Music Man, bringing the classic, family-friendly musical to Woodbury audiences later.... Read More

THP Confirms Trooper Hurt in Second New Year's Eve Crash Near I‑24 Ramp

Jan 02, 2026 at 07:01 pm by WGNS News

DAVIDSON COUNTY, TN - Just minutes after 10:00 p.m. on New Year’s Eve (12/31/2025), WGNS News was on the air with real‑time updates about a multi‑vehicle crash on eastbo.... Read More

Cathy Watts Announces Run for Rutherford County Commission District 16

Jan 02, 2026 at 06:51 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN — Cathy Watts announced today that she is running for Rutherford County Commission in District 16, pledging to bring committed, transparent, and co.... Read More

Three Arrested After New Year’s Eve Drug Search on Rattlesnake Road in Nearby Warren County

Jan 02, 2026 at 06:46 pm by WGNS News

WARREN COUNTY, TN - On New Year’s Eve, the Warren County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Division, with assistance from Warren County patrol deputies, executed a sear.... Read More

From Warming Shelter to Championship Belt: Manchester Officers Meet Boxing Legend

Jan 02, 2026 at 06:22 pm by WGNS News

COFFEE COUNTY, TN - What began as a routine welfare check on New Year’s Eve turned into an unforgettable encounter for Manchester Police officers and a powerful remind.... Read More

Long-Delayed Domestic Threat Case Nears Sentencing in Rutherford County

Jan 02, 2026 at 05:26 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - A case that dates back four years has wrapped up in a Rutherford County courtroom, and the convicted defendant, Trevor Anderson, is now facing sentencing. T.... Read More

Arts Alliance Kicks Off the New Year with Community-Focused Events

Jan 02, 2026 at 10:19 am by WGNS News

MUJRFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Rutherford County is stepping into 2026 with a full heart and an open canvas. The Rutherford Arts Alliance is wasting no time setting the tone for.... Read More

Rutherford Lawmakers Head Back to Nashville With Packed 2026 To‑Do List

Jan 01, 2026 at 06:26 pm by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, TN (WGNS) — When the second session of Tennessee’s 114th General Assembly gavels in at high noon on January 13, 2026, Rutherford County’s seven‑me.... Read More

Ascension Saint Thomas Delivers 2026’s First Bundle of Joy—and Murfreesboro Keeps Growing!

Jan 01, 2026 at 12:29 pm by WGNSRadio

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - As if Murfreesboro needed one more reason to brag about its growth, 2026 kicked off with a brand‑new resident arriving right on schedule. Ascension S.... Read More

Chili, History, and Hometown Spirit Return to the Sam Davis Home this Saturday

Jan 01, 2026 at 08:42 am by WGNS News

SMYRNA, TN (WGNS) - WGNS listeners know State Rep. Mike Sparks as a regular voice on the station, especially during his Sunday evening community engagement show at 5:00 PM..... Read More

New Year Begins With Stolen Vehicle Fire Behind Rutherford County Jail

Jan 01, 2026 at 06:53 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Just minutes after the New Year began, Murfreesboro Fire Rescue crews were called to a vehicle fire on Molloy Lane, behind the Rutherford County Ad.... Read More

Rutherford County’s America250: A Yearlong Celebration of Pride and Freedom!

Jan 01, 2026 at 04:45 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - The year has finally arrived—2026 marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, and America250 is set to be the.... Read More

WGNS: 79 Years as Rutherford County’s Good Neighbor Station

Jan 01, 2026 at 04:40 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - If you’ve ever tuned your radio to AM 1450 or FM 101.9 in Murfreesboro, or to FM 100.5 in Smyrna--you’ve heard the heartbeat of Rutherford.... Read More

New Year’s Eve Turned Dangerous on I‑24 Near County Line

Jan 01, 2026 at 01:20 am by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, TN (WGNS news) - I‑24 between the Davidson–Rutherford County line and I‑840 has become one of the region’s most troubling stretches of roadway, and th.... Read More

Tennessee Roads Safer in 2025, State Reports Major Drop in Traffic Fatalities

Jan 01, 2026 at 12:46 am by WGNS News

NASHVILLE (WGNS News) - Tennessee motorists had a safer year on the roads in 2025. New year‑end data from the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security shows a si.... Read More

WGNS Rings In 79 Years as Rutherford County’s Good Neighbor

Jan 01, 2026 at 12:00 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - With the ringing in of the New Year 2026, WGNS officially begins its 79th year of service to Murfreesboro and Rutherford County. Your Good Neighbor Statio.... Read More

Rutherford County Property Assessor Calls for "Golden Homeowners Plan" to Keep Local Seniors in Their Homes

Dec 31, 2025 at 10:40 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Rutherford County Assessor of Property Rob Mitchell recently talked to WGNS about a new idea that could benefit retired senior citizens in a major way,.... Read More

MTSU Athletics Reflects on Championships, Growth, and Transition in 2025 Year in Review

Dec 31, 2025 at 04:53 pm by WGNS

by Chip Walters, Voice of the Blue Raiders MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - As 2025 comes to a close, Middle Tennessee State University Athletics can look back on a year def.... Read More

Nurses for Newborns Provides Critical In-Home Support for At-Risk Families Across Middle Tennessee

Dec 31, 2025 at 09:46 am by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Nurses for Newborns of Tennessee provides a vital safety net for at-risk babies in Rutherford County and across Middle Tennessee. Typically, th.... Read More

Tennessee Voucher Expansion Sparks Constitutional Fight and Sharp Debate Over Public Education

Dec 30, 2025 at 08:48 pm by WGNS

TENNESEE (WGNS) — Tennessee’s Education Freedom Scholarship Program, which uses public money to help families send children to private schools, is at the cent.... Read More