Murfreesboro news

Sizzling Heat Comes Roaring Back Along with Possible Strong Storms

Jul 29, 2024 at 12:51 pm by Rutherford Weather

(RUTHERFORD COUNTY) - The heat is going to make a big comeback this week along with some strong storm changes. The National Weather Service has already issued a Heat Advisory.... Read More

Oaklands Mansion Fall Craft Fair September 7th

Jul 29, 2024 at 12:39 pm by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO) - The Oaklands Mansion Fall Craft Fair will be held on the grounds of the mansion and park and will take place Saturday, September 7th, 2024&n.... Read More

Pray4TN Tuesday Morning 10am on County Courthouse Steps

Jul 29, 2024 at 12:21 pm by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO) - Pray4TN, a movement across Tennessee to pray for every household in Tennessee, comes to Rutherford County Tuesday. Rutherford County District 19 Commissioner.... Read More

Celebrate the End of the Summer with a Casino Party to Benefit the Child Advocacy Center

Jul 29, 2024 at 12:05 pm by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO) – Save the date for Friday evening, September 6!  Mix and mingle, listen to live music, and enjoy dancing, casino games, heavy hors d’oeuvres,.... Read More

More Insight into the Scrapped Notes Live Venue in Murfreesboro

Jul 12, 2024 at 11:05 am by WGNS News

  MURFREESBORO, TN - WGNS has gained more insight into the recently canceled Notes Live entertainment venue that was planned for Murfreesboro. Initially, seeing the econ.... Read More

Tarzan - The Play in Murfreesboro

Jul 08, 2024 at 05:55 pm by WGNS News

  MURFREESBORO, TN - The Center for the Arts in Murfreesboro is hosting Tarzan for the first time, with special showings of the play at the Tucker Theater on the MTSU ca.... Read More

Gary Rankin inducted into National High School Hall of Fame

Jul 02, 2024 at 12:08 pm by WGNS News

Perhaps the earliest footnote in a career full of milestones and shattered records, Gary Rankin heeded the advice of his father as he first launched his prep coaching career d.... Read More

Butler Drive Realignment Annexation & Zoning Changes Approved by Murfreesboro City Council

Jun 26, 2024 at 03:37 pm by WGNS Radio News

BY ZACH THOMAS MURFREESBORO – The City of Murfreesboro is moving forward with the Butler Drive realignment. This after the city council voted unanimously last week to a.... Read More

One of Murfreesboro's Own is a College Baseball National Champion; UT Vols Claim Title

Jun 25, 2024 at 04:57 pm by WGNS Radio News

By Zach Thomas OHAHA, NE – The Tennessee Volunteers overcame a ninth-inning effort by the Texas A&M Aggies in Game 3 of the Men’s College World Series to.... Read More

On Today's Podcast, We Talk About the Local Mountain Bike Course, a New Skate Park, a Pump Track - Plus, a New Park

Jun 25, 2024 at 10:00 am by WGNS News

Join WGNS host Scott Walker for a great episode as we explore the vibrant offerings of the Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Department! From spectacular fireworks and re.... Read More

Summer Food Program for Kids Under 18 Continues in Murfreesboro

Jun 24, 2024 at 09:57 am by WGNS Radio News

By Zach Thomas MURFREESBORO – Even though fewer kids are in school in the middle of summer, Murfreesboro County Schools are livelier than ever. Through the United State.... Read More

Roommate Charged in Fatal Murfreesboro Stabbing to Appear in Court

Jun 19, 2024 at 05:27 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, Tenn. – A two-year-old murder case is set to go before the courts this year, with an upcoming status hearing set to occur in two months and a plea hear t.... Read More

Scott Thomas Hired as New Girls Basketball Coach at Oakland High

Jun 06, 2024 at 01:04 pm by WGNS Radio News

Scott Thomas has been tapped as the new girls basketball head coach at Oakland High School. He will succeed Jessica Southern, who resigned after two seasons. She was an assist.... Read More

County School Board Members Speak Out on "Unfair Funding Mechanism" for Charter Schools

Jun 04, 2024 at 04:45 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO – Several Rutherford County School Board members are speaking out against the funding allocation formula for state approved charter schools. Board member F.... Read More

BBB Warns Residents to Check Up on Roofing Companies after Hail Storms

Jun 03, 2024 at 03:34 pm by Rutherford Weather

STORY BY ZACH THOMASMURFREESBORO – Several storms systems in May left big hail in its wake in Rutherford County. It's some of the more significant hail we've seen in the.... Read More

Gigi Porter, 1st Grade Teacher at Walter Hill Elementary

Jun 03, 2024 at 09:54 am by WGNS

The Doug Young Educator of the Month - sponsored by City Tile and Floor Covering on Spring Street. Nominate a teacher for Educator of the Month. Head to our website, WGNSRa.... Read More

Mitchell Wants PROPERTY REVALUATION!

Jun 01, 2024 at 12:22 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN – Rutherford County Property Assessor Rob Mitchell feels this community urgently needs a two-year revaluation. He is making the request to the Rutherfor.... Read More

Man Arrested in Williamson County on Charges of Soliciting a Minor

May 30, 2024 at 05:31 pm by WGNS News

WILLIAMSON COUNTY, TN – Just outside of Rutherford County in neighboring Williamson County, an undercover investigation by special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of In.... Read More

MPD Seeks Person of Interest in Vehicle Theft Case

May 30, 2024 at 09:38 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Murfreesboro detectives are actively seeking a person of interest in connection with a vehicle theft that occurred on May 24. The incident took place at a r.... Read More

Mother Indicted on Murder and Abuse Charges in Infant Son's Death

May 20, 2024 at 11:10 am by Chandelar Williams

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – (May 20, 2024) A Murfreesboro woman has been indicted on charges of murder and abuse following the death of her four-week-old son in April 2023. &.... Read More