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Santa Visits Rutherford County Farmers Market 8AM-Noon This Friday!

Dec 17, 2025 at 09:44 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - The holiday season is arriving early at the Rutherford County Farmers Market, where Santa Claus himself will make a special appearance this Friday, Decemb.... Read More

UPDATE: Pedestrian Killed in Multi-Vehicle Crash on I-840 in Rutherford County

Dec 12, 2025 at 07:53 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. — A pedestrian was killed Wednesday night following a multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 840 in Rutherford County, according to the.... Read More

From a Ride-Along to Forensics: Citizens Police Academy offers a Hands-On Look at Law Enforcement

Dec 06, 2025 at 02:57 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Ever wondered what it’s really like to wear a badge? The Murfreesboro Police Department is giving residents a chance to see what it's like to b.... Read More

A Tradition of Compassion: Nearly 1,000 Volunteers Join Greenhouse Ministries’ Thanksgiving Outreach

Nov 22, 2025 at 08:24 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN — What began nearly 26 years ago with a modest goal of 50 turkeys has grown into a holiday tradition. Greenhouse Ministries, co-founded by Cliff and Jan.... 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

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

Child Advocacy Center and MTSU Professors Urge Vigilance Amid Growing Sextortion Cases

Nov 13, 2025 at 03:57 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, Tenn. — A parent’s greatest fears include the dangers their children or teens can experience online. Unfortunately, that fear is not misplaced. In fa.... Read More

Partial SNAP Funding Approved After Court Rulings During Government Shutdown

Nov 03, 2025 at 01:50 pm by WGNS News

TENNESSEE - The Trump administration announced that it will provide partial funding for the SNAP food assistance program after two federal judges ruled that the government m.... Read More

Rain, Jumper Cables, and a Heart for Service: Murfreesboro Officers Step Up

Oct 29, 2025 at 01:18 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN - It was the kind of moment that could have easily gone unnoticed—except WGNS happened to be there. Around 1:15PM Wednesday afternoon, in the middl.... Read More

Middle Point Landfill Operator Pushes Back Against City Allegations, Cites Data and Cooperation Gaps

Oct 27, 2025 at 09:48 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Tensions continue between the City of Murfreesboro and BFI Waste Systems of Tennessee, the company that operates Middle Point Landfill, over environmen.... Read More

Blood Shortage Continues: Murfreesboro Urged to Step Up

Oct 23, 2025 at 06:25 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN - The American Red Cross remains critically low on blood, and the Heart of Tennessee (HOT) Chapter in Murfreesboro is calling on the community to help. Locate.... Read More

Tennessee’s Leaf Show Rivals New England’s

Oct 21, 2025 at 08:41 am by WGNS News

Tennessee - You don’t need a plane ticket to Vermont to soak in a spectacular fall. Right now, Tennessee is putting on its own dazzling display, with Middle Tenness.... Read More

Sheriff’s Office Deepens Autism Awareness Through Immersive Training

Oct 18, 2025 at 08:21 am by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN - This week, the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office took a meaningful step toward more inclusive and informed policing by completing the “Effectiv.... Read More

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DAYTRIP FROM THE 'BORO: Enjoy the Tennessee Aquarium in Chattanooga

Oct 17, 2025 at 04:54 pm by WGNS News

Chattanooga, TN - With the Volunteer State's beautiful fall foliage, now is the perfect time to make a daytrip to the Tennessee Aquarium in nearby Chattanooga. Did you re.... Read More

Preserving a Legacy: Murfreesboro’s Woman’s Club Undergoes Major Renovations

Oct 09, 2025 at 12:31 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN - The stately Italianate home at the corner of East College and North Academy Streets has stood as a quiet witness to Murfreesboro’s evolving story for.... Read More

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