Springs Empower Academy, A Public Charter School, Approved in Rutherford County

Jul 19, 2022 at 07:30 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – On Monday (08/18/22), the Rutherford County Board of Education approved the application from Springs Public Schools Tennessee to open Empower.... Read More

American Library Association stands with local libraries like the Rutherford County Library System in condemning threats of violence (with audio)

Jul 19, 2022 at 06:15 am by WGNS

RUTHERFORD COUNTY – Over the years there has been a growing trend of threats of violence and vandalism at local libraries, some of which have turned into more than just.... Read More

Capt. Jeff Kuss USMC Memorial hosts the annual Top Gun Night Run 6k

Jul 19, 2022 at 06:15 am by WGNS

RUTHERFORD COUNTY – Last month on June 2nd marked the anniversary of a sad day for not only residents of Smyrna, but also for the Blue Angels. On that day 6-years ago,.... Read More

LOCATED: Missing 21-Year-Old in Murfreesboro Area

Jul 18, 2022 at 06:15 pm by WGNS

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY – The 'Be On the Lookout' (BOLO) for a missing 21-year-old man in the Murfreesboro area has been canceled. Teyton Guthrie has been safely.... Read More

Carnival Returns to La Vergne for 50th Anniversary Celebration

Jul 18, 2022 at 05:23 pm by WGNS

  (La Vergne, Tenn.) The City of La Vergne is excited to host a carnival at Veterans Memorial Park in August as a part of the City’s 50th Anniversary celebrat.... Read More

Murfreesboro Police warn residents of home rental scam

Jul 18, 2022 at 04:28 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn.  – Murfreesboro Police Department Criminal Investigations Division fraud detectives are warning residents not to fall victim to crafty home re.... Read More

Bedford County Man Facing Multiple Charges that Include Rape of a Child and Aggravated Sexual Battery

Jul 18, 2022 at 10:51 am by WGNS

A Bedford County resident remains in custody as the result of an ongoing investigation into child sex abuse allegations that were filed last month on June 7, 2022. S.... Read More

Inaugural MTSU summer STEM camp keeps teens 'energized'

Jul 18, 2022 at 09:12 am by WGNS

PHOTO ABOVE THIS STORY: MTSU student Ryleigh Porter, center, assists MTSU STEM summer camp participants Cianna Da'ccursio, left, of Watertown, Tenn., and Samantha "Sam" Osborn.... Read More

Rutherford County: Alleged Debit Card Fraud Case in Smyrna and Nashville

Jul 18, 2022 at 07:44 am by WGNS

In Smyrna, the Police Department is in the midst of an investigation involving a debit/credit card fraud case that adds up to more a loss of over $2,000. Evidently, the case s.... Read More

Gas Prices are Down by 17-Cents in Rutherford County, Tennessee This Week (Week of July 18, 2022)

Jul 18, 2022 at 07:19 am by WGNS

(RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TENN) Average gasoline prices in Tennessee have fallen 17.2 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $4.09/g today, according to GasBuddy's survey of 3.... Read More

Unknown Man Allegedly Breaks Into Local Non-Profit - Can you identify him?

Jul 15, 2022 at 05:06 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro Detectives are seeking the identity of a person of interest who is wanted for questioning after a break-in at Greenhouse Ministries. The incident occurred on.... Read More

Help local children who are less fortunate through the Barnabas Vision School Supply Drive

Jul 15, 2022 at 11:32 am by WGNS

Local non-profit Barnabas Vision is collecting school supplies for students in need throughout the community. Volunteer Hillary Hodges stated… The school supply drive i.... Read More

Swap & Shop - Friday, July 15, 2022

Jul 15, 2022 at 08:20 am by Producer

Text Swap & Shop Items to WGNS Anytime at 615-893-1450! If you’d like to call during our “LIVE” program between 7:50AM and 8:10AM, call the same number y.... Read More

Murfreesboro Police Investigating Car Break-In Case - Unknown Subjects Allegedly Write $6,300 in Checks

Jul 14, 2022 at 05:39 pm by WGNS

  (MURFREESBORO, TN) UPDATE - BOLO CANCELED! Murfreesboro Police report, "Detective Rice has identified the two persons of interest in this auto burglary/fraud case.".... Read More

Rutherford County School System is the Fastest Growing System in Tennessee - Salary Study to be Conducted to Prepare for Continued Growth

Jul 14, 2022 at 05:17 pm by WGNS

The Rutherford County Schools have announced plans to move forward with an employee salary study. Director of Schools Dr. Jimmy Sullivan said a third-party vendor will oversee.... Read More

The Depot District Continues to be a Fun and Exciting Place for Growth in Rutherford County

Jul 14, 2022 at 03:40 pm by WGNS

Smyrna, Tennessee’s downtown area, which has been nicknamed the “Depot District,” continues to standout in the middle of the town’s growth of over 55-t.... Read More

COMMENTARY: Computers Taking Over the World? Ehhh... by Dr. Larry Burriss at MTSU

Jul 14, 2022 at 03:15 pm by WGNS

Computers taking over the world? Probably not! With today's commentary, here is MTSU Professor Larry Burriss...   Commentary (Verbatim): "I’d be willing to b.... Read More

Home School Dual Enrollment "Open House" at Motlow Campus in Smyrna

Jul 14, 2022 at 02:06 pm by WGNS

Motlow College will host two open house events for home school students on July 21st and 22nd (Thursday and Friday). The event will focus on dual enrollment opportunities fo.... Read More

Another Whataburger Coming to the 'Boro

Jul 14, 2022 at 02:04 pm by WGNS

With anticipation growing over the opening of Whataburger at 1835 Old Fort Parkway in Murfreesboro and a second at 360 West Sam Ridley Parkway in Smyrna, the company has annou.... Read More

Travis Manion Foundation to Host Annual 9/11 Heroes Run in Murfreesboro

Jul 13, 2022 at 07:53 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN —The Travis Manion Foundation and The City Schools Foundation  are joining forces to host The Murfreesboro 9/11 Heroes Run and Back to School Dash.... Read More