Tennessee

Murfreesboro City Schools Announce Cason Lane Academy Leadership Team

Aug 02, 2022 at 03:00 pm by WGNS

(Murfreesboro, TN) Dr. Trey Duke, Director of Murfreesboro City Schools (MCS), has announced the appointment of Sonya Cox and Kimberly Hix as principal and assistant principal.... Read More

Rutherford County teachers complete ‘Gifted Academy’ - And news on gifted students

Aug 02, 2022 at 02:47 pm by WGNS

Twenty-two teachers from Rutherford County attended the "Gifted Academy" in July – a collaboration between Rutherford County Schools and Murfreesboro City Schools. The.... Read More

One man from Murfreesboro and one from Gallatin arrested in connection to drive-by-shooting in Nashville

Aug 02, 2022 at 11:16 am by WGNS

Two men, one from Murfreesboro and the second from Gallatin, were arrested in Nashville after a drive-by shooting left one man wounded last Monday (07/25/22). The incident occ.... Read More

Beware of scammers posing as deputies

Aug 02, 2022 at 07:15 am by WGNS

Residents called the Sheriff’s Office to report someone who gave the name Officer Shannon Bradley from Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office left a mess.... Read More

MEDIA COMMENTARY: At What Age Should Computer Screen Time Start for Children?

Aug 02, 2022 at 06:58 am by WGNS

(LISTEN TO THIS COMMENTARY) At what age should a child start using a computer or smart device? Some experts suggest that too much screen-time at an early age can overdevelop v.... Read More

Clear the Shelters Event at PAWS in Rutherford County

Aug 01, 2022 at 11:25 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, TN  – Rutherford County PAWS has joined NBCUniversal Local’s 2022 Clear The Shelters pet adoption and donation event Aug. 12th-14th and Aug.19th-21st.... Read More

Middle Tennessee Electric halts disconnections, erases late fees throughout August amid continued heat wave, rising TVA fuel costs

Aug 01, 2022 at 11:08 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, Tenn. – Middle Tennessee Electric (MTE) will take unprecedented steps during August to help alleviate the strain on its members from increased consumption.... Read More

Rutherford County Schools Start Friday - 50,000 Student's Increases Demand for More Classrooms

Aug 01, 2022 at 10:38 pm by WGNS

(RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TENN.) Rutherford County school students will return to class for an abbreviated day this Friday, followed by their first full-day on Monday. The h.... Read More

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Rutherford County Camp Wonder wraps up summer - Special needs students learn, grow, make new friends

Aug 01, 2022 at 02:39 pm by WGNSRadio

Rutherford County Schools wrapped up its second session of Camp Wonder, a weeklong learning and social event for special needs high school students. The camp was held July 18-.... Read More

Calvary Baptist Church Builds Walls and Hope for a Future Homeowner

Aug 01, 2022 at 10:46 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN– Rutherford County Area Habitat for Humanity (RCHFH) is thrilled to partner with Calvary Baptist Church on a Panel Build where over 100 volunteers will.... Read More

Gas Prices Down .16-Cents throughout Rutherford County to start week

Aug 01, 2022 at 10:17 am by WGNS

Average gasoline prices in Tennessee have fallen 16.2 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.75/g to start the week on Monday (08/01/2022), according to GasBuddy's su.... Read More

COMMENTARY: Books and Reading, by MTSU Professor Larry Burriss

Aug 01, 2022 at 07:30 am by WGNS

Books and reading... With today's media commentary, here is MTSU Professor of Journalism Larry Burriss... Commentary (Verbatim) - When I was in high school we had to read S.... Read More

Monkeypox Cases are Up to 26 in Tennessee and over 5,100 Nationwide (Monday at 6AM)

Aug 01, 2022 at 07:21 am by WGNS

As of Monday morning (6AM on 08/01/2022), the CDC confirmed 5,189 cases of monkeypox across the United States. That count has risen by 1,702 cases over the past 6-days. In Te.... Read More

Non-Profit Public - Private Partnerships Execute Successful Lifest Music City Festival

Jul 31, 2022 at 09:00 am by WGNS

About an hour west of Rutherford County in Lyles, Tennessee, Lifest Music City’s success is a result of non-profit, private, and public agency partnerships. .... Read More

Sheriff Auctions Pistols, Rifles, Shotguns

Jul 30, 2022 at 05:10 pm by WGNS

(WOODBURY, TN) Guns, guns, guns--if you want rifles, handguns, shotgun, knives and more weapons--the Cannon County Sheriff’s office is having an auction of seized.... Read More

Chamber of Commerce Reports "So Much To Do Locally"

Jul 30, 2022 at 08:36 am by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO) The Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce reports this area has made it to the TOP 15 PLACES TO VACATION in Tennessee! Here are some ideas for you to try. .... Read More

Leadership Transition at Department of Children’s Services

Jul 29, 2022 at 09:12 pm by WGNS

Governor Bill Lee has announced the appointment of Margie Quin as Commissioner for the Tennessee Department of Children’s Services (DCS), effective September 1. Quin wil.... Read More

Drop off clothing donations Aug. 11-12 to restock MTSU Career Closet student resource

Jul 29, 2022 at 08:45 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee State University’s Alumni Office and the Career Development Center have teamed up for an upcoming clothing drive to res.... Read More

Murfreesboro Police Department Captain retires after more than 30-years of service

Jul 29, 2022 at 08:31 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Murfreesboro Police Department Captain Alan Smith announces his retirement after more than 30-years of dedicated service to the department. &nbs.... Read More

UPDATE: Rutherford County Woman Found Dead in Gatlinburg, Tennessee on Thursday

Jul 29, 2022 at 08:08 pm by WGNS

EAST TENNESSEE - In Gatlinburg, Tennessee, a woman from Rutherford County was found deceased at Anakeesta, an outdoor adventure park. The woman was located on Thursday.... Read More