Tennessee

State Troopers Remind Motorist to Slow Your Roll

Sep 04, 2020 at 08:48 am by WGNS

The Tennessee Highway Patrol has a special message to kick off Labor Day Weekend…NASHVILLE: In nearby Nashville, a sobriety checkpoint has been annonced for a location.... Read More

TN Department of Health Updates Reporting Format for COVID-19 Cases

Sep 03, 2020 at 05:08 pm by WGNS

The Tennessee Department of Health is improving the format for sharing of data on COVID-19 to update how some metrics are calculated and reflect evolving knowledge of the pand.... Read More

Worker Burnout in Tennessee

Sep 03, 2020 at 11:33 am by WGNS

The Nashville market, which includes Rutherford County, is ranked at number 15 on the list for having “Worker Burnout,” according to SmartAsset. In the immediate a.... Read More

Fire Safety and Kitchen Fires

Sep 03, 2020 at 11:03 am by WGNS

October 4th through the 10th is Fire Prevention Week and State Farm recently donated a “NFPA Fire Prevention Week” kit to the Murfreesboro Fire Department.Through.... Read More

10,054 Active COVID-19 Unemployment Claims in Rutherford County

Sep 03, 2020 at 10:45 am by WGNS

The COVID-19 Unemployment numbers are back up in the Volunteer State. Between August 22nd and August 29th, there were 12,035 new unemployment claims.Despite the increase of ne.... Read More

Rutherford County Emergency Medical Services highlight latest craze called "NARCAN Parties"

Sep 03, 2020 at 09:54 am by WGNS

Something described as a NARCAN Party is the latest worry that parents should know about. NARCAN is a life saving medication given to those who overdose on narcotics, which is.... Read More

Murfreesboro man dies in a single-vehicle crash

Sep 03, 2020 at 09:15 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – A Murfreesboro man died in single-vehicle crash Wednesday, Sept. 2.Murfreesboro Police Department officers responded to the crash on N. Ruthe.... Read More

POSITIVE: Water wars for seniors in Smyrna a big hit

Sep 03, 2020 at 08:00 am by WGNS

Seniors have been enjoying the hot days with waterguns as a way to beat the heat. Most recently, residents at Traditions of Smyrna got the chance to sneak in a little sum.... Read More

Plant of the Month: Dependable and Delicious Rabbiteye Blueberries

Sep 03, 2020 at 06:30 am by WGNS

The world of blueberries is populated by a diverse and colorful cast of characters. From pint-sized lowbush “wild” types with small, intensely flavored berries to.... Read More

Special Performance of Charlotte's Web to take place on Murfreesboro Civic Plaza

Sep 02, 2020 at 07:47 am by WGNS

The Center for the Arts in Murfreesboro is going to hold a special play for the community on the weekend on September 18, 2020. Director Patience Long announced…Reserve.... Read More

New K9 for TBI: Electronic Storage Detection Dog

Sep 02, 2020 at 07:45 am by WGNS

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has a new tool in the fight against crime across the state. His name is Zeus, a 2-year-old, yellow Labrador Retriever with a specia.... Read More

All Rutherford County School students can receive free standard meals beginning Sept. 2

Sep 02, 2020 at 07:25 am by WGNS

Rutherford County students will not have to pay for a standard breakfast or lunch until further notice, based on a nationwide waiver adopted by the United States Department of.... Read More

Suicide Prevention: VA encourages supporters to #BeThere for Veterans

Sep 02, 2020 at 07:00 am by WGNS

In light of Suicide Prevention Month in September, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) wants to connect Veterans and their loved ones through the Be There&n.... Read More

AAA expects the majority Labor Day travelers to take a road trip

Sep 02, 2020 at 05:30 am by WGNS

The COVID-19 pandemic can be very confusing for travelers. As Tennesseans look to Labor Day and the upcoming autumn and holiday seasons, many are still questioning how the pan.... Read More

TNStars giving away three $529 scholarships for College Savings Month

Sep 01, 2020 at 02:30 pm by WGNS

Governor Bill Lee has issued a proclamation declaring September as College Savings Month in Tennessee. To celebrate, State Treasurer David H. Lillard, Jr. and the TNStars Coll.... Read More

Tennessee remains the eighth least expensive market in nation

Sep 01, 2020 at 09:00 am by WGNS

The Tennessee gas price average jumped eight cents over last week, but has held steady since Hurricane Laura made landfall along the Gulf Coast. The Tennessee G.... Read More

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee Announces September is National Preparedness Month

Sep 01, 2020 at 08:45 am by WGNS

The Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA) is recognizing September 2020 as National Preparedness Month and urging Tennesseans to get prepared for disasters.“We ha.... Read More

TN Marked International Overdose Awareness Day on Monday

Sep 01, 2020 at 08:00 am by WGNS

Tennesseans paused on the last day of August with others around the world to remember, reflect and recover from the effects of overdose.The state departments of Health and Men.... Read More

Country Superstar Chris Young Headlines Virtual Event Benefitting Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee

Aug 31, 2020 at 10:33 am by WGNS

With children, teens, and parents feeling the stress of the global pandemic, country music superstar Chris Young is lending his talents to headline a benefit for Boys & Gi.... Read More

Stephanie Brackman Named President of the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce Executives

Aug 31, 2020 at 09:35 am by WGNS

(Rutherford County, TN) – Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce Chief Operating Officer Stephanie Brackman has been named President of Tennessee Chamber of Com.... Read More

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