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Fall Games Return--Over 900 Athletes Return to Smyrna and Murfreesboro This Weekend

Oct 13, 2025 at 07:08 pm by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN - Rutherford County is about to get a whole lot louder—with cheers, high-fives, and the unmistakable energy of the Special Olympics Tennessee State.... Read More

Strike! Rocky’s DIY Bowling Alley with Recycled Bottles

Oct 13, 2025 at 12:02 pm by WGNS News

FUN & SIMPLE IDEA: Ready for some bottled-up fun? Rocky the Raccoon with RecycleRightTN.com suggests taking a few used plastic water bottles out of the recycle bin to make.... Read More

In Depth: From Local Leads to Federal Rescues - Murfreesboro Police and ICAC Stop Crimes Against Children

Oct 08, 2025 at 10:56 pm by WGNS News

  MURFREESBORO, TN — In today’s digital age, the Internet is both a powerful tool for learning and a dangerous frontier for exploitation. Every day, predator.... Read More

Ice-Cold Crime: Thieves Exit Smyrna Kohl’s with Cart Full of Slushy Makers

Oct 07, 2025 at 01:59 am by WGNS News

SMYRNA, Tenn. — The Smyrna Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying two individuals who apparently couldn’t resist the sweet, icy temp.... Read More

Man Killed in I-24 Crash at Rutherford–Davidson Line After Striking Parked Semi

Oct 07, 2025 at 01:42 am by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. — A tragic crash on Interstate 24 near the Davidson and Rutherford County line left one man dead early Wednesday morning of last week..... Read More

Tennessee Gas Prices Rise Slightly, Because Apparently They Can

Oct 07, 2025 at 12:46 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Gas prices across Tennessee decided to stretch their legs a little this week, inching up by an average of two cents, according to AAA. The Tennessee.... Read More

National Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Keeping Kids Safe Online

Oct 06, 2025 at 11:41 pm by WGNS News

MIDDLE TENNESSEE - October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and United Communications wants to help families in Middle Tennessee build healthy digital.... Read More

Rutherford County Officials Warn of Computer Pop-Up Scam and Fake Deputy Call

Oct 01, 2025 at 08:27 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Authorities are warning Rutherford County residents to be cautious of computer pop-up scams that can lead to frightening phone calls and attempts t.... Read More

Rutherford County Man’s 100-Year Sentence for Child Rape Upheld on Appeal

Oct 01, 2025 at 01:18 am by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals has upheld the conviction and 100-year sentence of John David Cunningham, a Rutherford County man found guil.... Read More

Local Author Shay Ketcham Hosts Book Signing at Linebaugh Library

Sep 30, 2025 at 01:57 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN – Linebaugh Public Library will welcome local author Shay Ketcham for a special book signing on Tuesday, October 14, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Ketcha.... Read More

St. Clair Senior Center Hosts Health Expo Amid Rising Trend of Seniors Living with Family

Sep 30, 2025 at 01:34 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN – A growing number of senior citizens are making a move that may surprise some – and it’s becoming more common than many realize. According.... Read More

Home Prices Rise as Construction Permits Fall in Tennessee’s Q2 Housing Report from MTSU

Sep 29, 2025 at 05:58 pm by WGNS News

Summary: Tennessee’s housing market remained steady in the second quarter of 2025, according to a new report from MTSU’s Business and Economic Research Center. H.... Read More

Murfreesboro, Smyrna, La Vergne Outpace Other Areas in Jobs and Wages Despite Rising Credit Card Debt Concerns

Sep 29, 2025 at 12:38 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - For many Tennesseans, credit cards have become a lifeline for daily essentials like groceries, gas, and rent. But for younger adults, the financial pic.... Read More

RECAP: Certificate of Need Approved: New Emergency Room Coming to Warrior Drive

Sep 29, 2025 at 10:40 am by WGNS News

RECAP: Murfreesboro, TN - A new freestanding emergency room will soon be built at the intersection of S. Church Street at Warrior Drive. The Tennessee Health Facilit.... Read More

Tennessee is #5 in the Cheap Gas Olympics — Rutherford County is 25th Cheapest Statewide

Sep 29, 2025 at 09:50 am by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Tennessee motorists had their moment of glory back in April when the Volunteer State proudly wore the silver medal for second cheapest gas in t.... Read More

GROWING: Veterinary Drug Medetomidine Mixed with Fentanyl Found in Illicit Drugs in Tennessee

Sep 26, 2025 at 11:33 am by WGNS News

  Middle Tennessee — State officials are issuing a serious public safety warning after the discovery of a highly dangerous substance in the illicit drug suppl.... Read More
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Continuing Investigation: Fentanyl Overdoses, Gang and Mexican Cartel Involvement, Over 60-Seized Guns and MORE

Sep 25, 2025 at 09:32 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – WGNS is continuing to track the case that Murfreesboro Police addressed in a press conference earlier this week about a two-year, multi-agency inve.... Read More
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Four Nontraditional MTSU Students Awarded June S. Anderson Scholarships for 2025-26

Sep 24, 2025 at 08:35 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Four nontraditional students at Middle Tennessee State University got a boost to their education as recipients of the 2025 June S. Anderson Scholar.... Read More

Siegel Middle School Student Named American Heart Association Youth Heart Ambassador

Sep 24, 2025 at 12:59 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — A local sixth grader is being recognized nationally for her commitment to heart health. Harper Mullicane, a student at Siegel Middle School, has be.... Read More

TBI Issues Silver Alert for Missing Murfreesboro Man, 28-Year-Old Cameron Delgado

Sep 23, 2025 at 01:03 am by WGNS News

  MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) has issued a Tennessee Silver Alert for a missing Murfreesboro man. Authorities are asking for.... Read More