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FOUR Shootings on Rutherford County Interstates

May 12, 2021 at 09:39 am by WGNS

One driver escaped injury when another motorist fired a handgun into his car Friday on Interstate 24, Rutherford County Sheriff’s deputies said.In unrelated cases, anoth.... Read More

Students shine in virtual, in-person showcase of research and creative activity

May 12, 2021 at 07:35 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — For Lauren Hunsicker, a psychology major at Middle Tennessee State University, presenting her research to a live audience at the annual S.... Read More

Rep. Terry of Murfreesboro Brought Awareness to Illegal Organ Harvesting in China and Ended Session by Passing Medical Cannabis Bill in TN

May 12, 2021 at 07:30 am by WGNS

The first half of the 112th Tennessee General Assembly, which saw significant progress and protections advanced for Tennesseans, has adjourned.  Representative Bryan Terr.... Read More

POSITIVE: 35 LaVergne High students earn associate’s degree while graduating high school

May 12, 2021 at 06:16 am by WGNS

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TENN. - Paige Adekplor has never visited New Haven, Connecticut. Rawand Aziz has never been to Princeton, New Jersey. Ricky Martin has never stepped foot in.... Read More

UPDATE: Red Light Cameras in Murfreesboro are a Thing of the Past

May 11, 2021 at 03:34 pm by WGNS

  Red light traffic cameras in Murfreesboro are still a topic of interest among local residents, despite them being a thing of the past. State regulations would not enab.... Read More

Murfreesboro Police Peace Officer Memorial Day Ceremony honoring fallen goes virtual

May 11, 2021 at 02:02 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. –  The annual Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) Peace Officer Memorial Day ceremony in honor of fallen officers will be virtual due to COVID..... Read More

Stewarts Creek High air rifle team finishes third in state, fifth in nation

May 11, 2021 at 01:41 pm by WGNS

By KEITH RYAN CARTWRIGHT: A veteran team of JROTC cadets from Stewarts Creek High School finished third in the state and fifth at the JROTC Air Rifle Army Nationals.The S.... Read More

Medical Marijuana Inches Closer to Reality in the Volunteer State

May 11, 2021 at 10:15 am by WGNS

Before adjourning last week, the Tennessee General Assembly approved legislation creating the Tennessee Medical Cannabis Commission. The commission will serve as a nonpartisan.... Read More

Untold Tennessee: A Year Long Celebration

May 11, 2021 at 09:24 am by WGNS

Governor Bill Lee has announced “Untold Tennessee” as the theme for a yearlong celebration commemorating 225 years of statehood. Tennesseans are invited to attend.... Read More

Highlighting the duties of a Nurse and Stories from the local ER

May 11, 2021 at 09:05 am by Producer

Highlighting the duties of a Nurse and Stories from the local ER, with special guests Ashley Trout, Critical Care Nurse and Brandy Smith, Assistant Nurse Manager at Saint.... Read More

Nashville Businessman from Murfreesboro Announces Congressional Campaign Bid

May 10, 2021 at 03:00 pm by WGNS

Nashville businessman, Quincy McKnight announces his bid for Tennessee’s 5th Congressional District this Thursday, May 13 at 3pm. The announcement event will be held at.... Read More

Sports, Grocery Stores and More Equal Tourism Dollars and Overnight Stays in Rutherford County, TN

May 10, 2021 at 02:30 pm by WGNS

Groups, meetings and sports teams are returning to Rutherford County, thanks to both businesses and athletes!This week, the Rutherford County Convention and Visitors Bureau is.... Read More

State Rep. Pat Marsh, State Sen. Shane Reeves secure $42 million for Bedford Co. Higher Education Center

May 10, 2021 at 11:30 am by WGNS

State Rep. Pat Marsh, R-Shelbyville, and State Sen. Shane Reeves, R-Murfreesboro, have secured $42.4 million in state funding for the construction of the Bedford County Higher.... Read More

Rutherford County Population Growth = One of the Fastest Growing TN Counties

May 10, 2021 at 10:52 am by WGNS

Rutherford County (TN) Property Assessor Rob Mitchell told WGNS news that recent census data puts the population growth rate at tops in the Volunteer State.Rutherford County's.... Read More

Smyrna Masonic Lodge donates to Tennessee Fisher House Foundation

May 10, 2021 at 10:28 am by WGNS

Members of the Sam Davis Masonic Lodge # 661 located in Smyrna, TN donated $1500.00 from their recent pancake breakfast to The Tennessee Fisher House Foundation.Sam Davis Maso.... Read More

UPDATE: The Unborn Child Dignity Act becomes law in Tennessee

May 10, 2021 at 10:07 am by WGNS

UPDATE: State Rep. Tim Rudd, R-Murfreesboro, and State Sen. Janice Bowling, R-Tullahoma, Monday announced The Unborn Child Dignity Act has been signed by Gov. Bill Lee an.... Read More

The Cost of Fuel This Week at the Pumps is Up

May 10, 2021 at 10:02 am by WGNS

Tennessee gas prices have risen 1 cent per gallon in the past week, averaging $2.68/g today, according to GasBuddy's daily survey of 3,821 stations in Tennessee. Gas prices in.... Read More

Rolls Royce vs Porsche Crash In Pursuit

May 10, 2021 at 08:24 am by WGNS

A high-speed pursuit by the Tennessee Highway Patrol looses some lustre when it's the next county over, but your attention is perked when learning that the multi-county run in.... Read More

SHERIFF'S OFFICE: Man Charged with Rape, Sexual Exploitation of a Minor and More in Rutherford County

May 10, 2021 at 07:48 am by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO)  Fifty-three charges of sexual crimes involving girls between the ages of 11 and 14 were filed against a Murfreesboro man this past Friday (5/7/2021)..... Read More

UPDATE: Talks of What to Do with Proceeds from the Sale of Murfreesboro Electric Continue

May 05, 2021 at 03:08 pm by WGNS

Talks of what to do with proceeds from the sale of Murfreesboro Electric to Middle Tennessee Electric continue.The Community Investment Study Group will meet Wednesday, May 12.... Read More