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See Mustangs, Adopt Mustangs--At MTSU This Weekend!

Oct 20, 2011 at 02:24 pm by Bryan Barrett

This Friday through Sunday there will be an “Extreme Mustang Makeover” at MTSU’s Tennessee Miller Coliseum to showcase the beauty and versatility of this rug.... Read More

Greenway At Medical Center Parkway CLOSED This Weekend

Oct 20, 2011 at 02:12 pm by Bryan Barrett

A section of the Stones River Greenway under the Medical Center Parkway overpass, just south of the Manson Pike Trailhead, will be closed Friday through the weekend. Offi.... Read More

Driver Accelerates and Almost Strikes Deputy

Oct 20, 2011 at 01:26 pm by Bryan Barrett

One Rutherford County deputy feared for his life when a driver allegedly accelerated toward him and missed striking his vehicle by a 1-foot distance Tuesday on Rock Springs Ro.... Read More

UPDATE: 1,300 New Jobs in Smyrna

Oct 20, 2011 at 12:41 pm by Bryan Barrett

Construction on the new Nissan lithium-ion battery plant in Smyrna is continuing. Reports indicate the new Nissan LEAF will be produced at the new plant in late 2012. The new.... Read More

United Way Fundraising Update

Oct 20, 2011 at 12:21 pm by Bryan Barrett

Your United Way is currently at $658,801.88, which is 22% of the $3 million fundraising goal! Check wgnsradio.com, keyword United Way for a list of events coming up to benefit.... Read More

We Knew The BEST Parks Are In The 'Boro, Obviously Others Agree!

Oct 20, 2011 at 11:39 am by Bryan Barrett

This month the Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Department received 13 awards at the 2011 Tennessee Recreation and Parks Association (TRPA) Conference held in Paris, Tennesse.... Read More

R'ford Co. to Receive $430.45 Million in State Appropriations

Oct 20, 2011 at 10:40 am by Bryan Barrett

State Senators Jim Tracy (R-Shelbyville) and Bill Ketron (R-Murfreesboro) announced Thursday (10/20/2011) that during the fiscal year 2011-2012 Rutherford County will receive.... Read More

Rutherford County Schools NOT CLOSING EARLY

Oct 20, 2011 at 09:34 am by Bryan Barrett

Rutherford County Schools are not closing early as suggested by a Nashville television station. A text evidently went out suggesting they were closing, but they are not. WGNS.... Read More

Stolen Car Recovered at Publix

Oct 20, 2011 at 09:29 am by Bryan Barrett

Murfreesboro Police found a stolen car on Thursday morning. The Chevy Impala was recovered in the Publix grocery store parking on Highway 96. When police found the car, the ke.... Read More

Democrats Want to Repeal Photo ID Law

Oct 20, 2011 at 08:50 am by Bryan Barrett

Democrats in Tennessee are attempting to repeal the voter photo ID law that requires voters to show a valid ID before voting. The law was put forth by republican lawmakers. De.... Read More

BBB "Free Shred Service" 9AM-Noon Saturday @ Lowe's

Oct 20, 2011 at 07:08 am by Bryan Barrett

As the Better Business Bureau celebrates its golden anniversary, they have a gift to help protect you from identity theft. From 9:00 to noon this Saturday morning (10/22/2011).... Read More

UPDATE: Amazon.com Still Looking at Murfreesboro

Oct 20, 2011 at 06:26 am by Bryan Barrett

The City of Murfreesboro Planning Commission will likely approve site plans for Amazon.com. The proposed site for the company lies on 87-acres on the Joe B. Jackson Parkway. T.... Read More

Food Bank Open to Low Income on Friday

Oct 20, 2011 at 06:12 am by Bryan Barrett

Greenhouse Ministries will host a mobile food pantry on Friday for low income residents in Rutherford County. The event will be at the Greenhouse Ministries office at 309 Sout.... Read More

Jewelry Store Robbery

Oct 20, 2011 at 06:06 am by Bryan Barrett

A man who robbed a jewelry store in Smyrna got more than he bargained for. WGNS’ Ron Jordon has the story. 

Toot's "Wings & Rings" Raises $400 For Special Olympics

Oct 19, 2011 at 09:17 pm by Bryan Barrett

Billy McCrary, Toot's director of operations, presents a $400 check for Special Olympics' "Wings and Rings" event Tuesday at their Smyrna restaurant. (L-R photo ID)  Spec.... Read More

"Lifestyle Change" nomination sought for Heart Walk

Oct 19, 2011 at 09:12 pm by Bryan Barrett

The American Heart Association, in partnership with Murfreesboro Medical Clinic, is now seeking nominations for the annual Lifestyle Change Awards celebrated at the Rutherford.... Read More

350 Girls to Attend 15th EYH Math, Science Conference At MTSU This Saturday

Oct 19, 2011 at 09:04 pm by Bryan Barrett

About 350 middle- and high-school girls from across the middle Tennessee region will be participating in the 15th annual Expanding Your Horizons in Math and Science conference.... Read More

World's Largest Cedar Buck Re-Born!

Oct 19, 2011 at 09:01 pm by Bryan Barrett

Cannonsburgh Village will be unveiling the “New World’s Largest Cedar Bucket,” at 12:00 noon this Saturday, October 22nd.  The new bucket will replace t.... Read More

Stolen Manhole and Water Meter Covers Found

Oct 19, 2011 at 08:58 pm by Bryan Barrett

Rutherford County Sheriff's Detective Jim Tramel displays possible stolen manholes and water meter covers he located Tuesday at Murfreesboro Auto Parts on Mount Herman Road. T.... Read More

UW & Greenhouse Ministries Need Volunteer Tax Preparers

Oct 19, 2011 at 04:51 pm by Bryan Barrett

If you're interested in helping people here in Rutherford County with volunteer income tax assistance, the United Way could use your help. They're partnering with Greenhouse M.... Read More