Murfreesboro news

Rutherford County, TN is Again in the Top Ten List of Counties with the LOWEST Unemployment Rate

Mar 31, 2022 at 03:30 pm by WGNS

Unemployment rates dropped in counties across Tennessee in February, according to new data released by the Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD). Each of the.... Read More

Man Allegedly Beat and Stabbed to Death by Son in Murfreesboro, according to the MPD

Mar 31, 2022 at 12:00 pm by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO) UPDATED - WGNS has more news on the Wednesday night death that occurred in Murfreesboro.The Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) Criminal Investigations Divisio.... Read More

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SRM Concrete holds ribbon cutting for brand new headquarters in Smyrna area

Mar 31, 2022 at 11:24 am by WGNS

Smyrna Ready Mix, known throughout the country as SRM Concrete, held the ribbon cutting for their beautiful new headquarter office earlier this week. The new building can be s.... Read More

Proposed Bill Sponsored by Murfreesboro Representative Gains Ground for Medical Cannabis Use

Mar 31, 2022 at 06:00 am by WGNS

A bill sponsored by State Representative Bryan Terry that focuses on medical cannabis has been making progress in the Tennessee House of Representatives (HB 2641).Representati.... Read More

Rutherford County Fire-Rescue Units Head To East Tennessee

Mar 31, 2022 at 05:28 am by WGNS

(RUTHERFORD COUNTY) Several fire departments in Rutherford County are sending equipment and manpower to help battle the Sevier County wildfire in East Tennessee after a r.... Read More

Hug a Plumber Day Nearing - Mayor McFarland and The Wyland Foundation Invite Residents to Conserve

Mar 30, 2022 at 07:07 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, TN—Most people don't realize it... but WGNS wanted to make everyone aware of a special day that is celebrated around the country annually on April 25t.... Read More

Rutherford County Sheriff's Office warns of door-to-door SCAM in area neighborhoods

Mar 30, 2022 at 06:27 pm by WGNS

A citizen called the Sheriff’s office after being approached by two juveniles last week asking for donations to the Tennessee Youth Club, Inc.Deputies contacted a man.... Read More

Murfreesboro Police asking if anyone can identify two alleged shoplifting suspects

Mar 30, 2022 at 04:41 pm by WGNS

A man who allegedly grabbed merchandise from a Mapco Gas Station and allegedly fled the scene without paying for it is wanted by Murfreesboro Police for questioning. Detecti.... Read More

MTSU Star Parties continue April 1st with ‘Mysteries of Cosmic Rays’

Mar 30, 2022 at 02:56 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — The MTSU Department of Physics and Astronomy Star Parties for spring 2022 continue Friday, April 1. The event is free and open.... Read More

Two Vehicle Crash On Old Fort Parkway During Lunch Wednesday

Mar 30, 2022 at 01:38 pm by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO) There was a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Old Fort Parkway and Bridge Avenue in the noon hour on Wednesday (3/30/2022). The airbags were deploy.... Read More

Woman wanted for questioning in regards to theft and credit card fraud in Rutherford County

Mar 29, 2022 at 08:45 pm by WGNS

UPDATE: Murfreesboro Detectives say a woman named Kanika Coleman, who is wanted for various crimes, is now going by the alias of Honey 'Nika' Jones.Public Information Officer.... Read More

Runaway Juvenile Reported in Murfreesboro

Mar 29, 2022 at 03:45 pm by WGNS

A “Runaway Juvenile” has been reported in Murfreesboro and Tuesday marks the third day that 16-year-old Hannah Elizabeth Reynolds has been missing.Police repo.... Read More

Murfreesboro Police asking for help in a recent "Theft of Property" case

Mar 29, 2022 at 02:09 pm by WGNS

A “Be On the Look Out” (BOLO) has been issued by the Murfreesboro Police Department in regards to a recent theft of a wallet case.This past Monday (March 21, 2022).... Read More

Dean Hayes Celebration of Life set for June 4

Mar 29, 2022 at 01:00 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – The Middle Tennessee Athletic Department will celebrate the life of legendary track and field coach Dean A. Hayes during a ceremony at the Dea.... Read More

Murfreesboro is the No. 14 Best City for Urban Gardening

Mar 29, 2022 at 11:32 am by WGNS

It seems everyone has a green thumb, but where can city-dwelling gardeners find their patch of paradise?To mark April as Lawn and Garden Month, LawnStarter ranked&nb.... Read More

Politics: Tim Holden announces campaign for the Rutherford County School Board, Zone 3

Mar 29, 2022 at 10:03 am by WGNS

Local resident Tim Holden has announced his campaign for re-election to the Rutherford County School Board in Zone 3.Holden stated, “I am a lifelong resident of Rutherfo.... Read More

New business focused on the off-road 4 X 4 community to host Jeep / Truck / UTV Show this Saturday (April 2, 2022)

Mar 29, 2022 at 09:44 am by WGNS

A new business that focuses on Jeeps, trucks and off-road 4X4’s will have a grand opening this Saturday (April 2, 2022).MudRock4x4.com will host their first Jeep, truck,.... Read More

COMMENTARY: Local MTSU Professor Addresses Freedom in America

Mar 29, 2022 at 07:47 am by WGNS

In today’s commentary, MTSU Professor Larry Burriss takes a look at the issue of freedom of expression, divisive concepts and more… Continued...VERBATI.... Read More

TN Supreme Court denies appeal filed by man convicted of First-Degree Murder in Murfreesboro

Mar 28, 2022 at 05:50 pm by WGNS

The Tennessee Supreme Court has denied an appeal filed by a man convicted of First Degree Murder in Rutherford County. The denial was filed on March 23rd and the denial was.... Read More

MAY 2022: Spring Fling to help generate economic impact of $3.5 million+

Mar 28, 2022 at 05:24 pm by WGNS

Spring Fling will be back in Rutherford County this May. The Olympic-style event will feature the state's top high school athletes and it is scheduled to take place May 24th.... Read More