Rutherford County

Rutherford County Commissioner Romel McMurry on Public Safety & Infrastructure

Mar 16, 2026 at 10:31 am by Producer

Rutherford County is officially the fourth largest county in Tennessee, and with rapid growth comes a complex set of challenges spanning from infrastructure to public safety.... Read More

Expungement and Restoring Voting Rights in Tennessee: A Guide with Legal Aid

Mar 12, 2026 at 11:10 am by Producer

A criminal record can follow you like a permanent name tag, long after you’ve served your time or had charges dismissed. Amy Luna, an attorney with the Legal Aid Socie.... Read More

The Hidden Tactics of Big Tobacco: Vaping Marketing and Youth Addiction

Mar 10, 2026 at 11:17 am by Producer

Big Tobacco didn't disappear in the 90s; they simply pivoted to a more colorful, aromatic, and insidious product: vaping. Jennifer Sanchez from Steered Straight joins the sh.... Read More

Fire Safety & Community Growth with Rutherford County Fire Chief Larry Farley

Mar 10, 2026 at 11:15 am by Producer

Rutherford County Fire Chief Larry Farley reveals the high-stakes reality of building a professional fire department from the ground up in one of Tennessee's fastest-growing.... Read More

Winter Storm Fern Drives Spike in Insurance Disputes Across Rutherford County

Mar 09, 2026 at 08:32 am by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, TN (WGNS) - The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance says more than $15.67 million was returned to Tennesseans in 2025 through mediation and restituti.... Read More

Spring Break, Summer Camp Registration, and Youth of the Year with Boys & Girls Clubs of Rutherford County

Mar 06, 2026 at 11:00 am by Producer

Spring break is just the warmup for the high-energy "controlled chaos" coming to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Rutherford County and Smyrna this year. Michelle Clifford join.... Read More

State Rep. Mike Sparks on Broadband Expansion and Predatory Lending

Mar 05, 2026 at 11:02 am by Producer

Tennessee’s rural landscape is undergoing a massive digital transformation, but at what cost to the most vulnerable citizens? State Representative Mike Sparks joins th.... Read More

La Vergne Mayor Jason Cole: Infrastructure, Economic Growth, and NES Power Issues

Mar 05, 2026 at 10:17 am by Producer

La Vergne is moving at a breakneck pace, but rapid growth brings significant challenges to the table. Mayor Jason Cole joins the show to discuss the city's recent response to.... Read More

From Fire Brigades to Drone Teams - Chief Mark McCluskey Discusses the Evolution of Murfreesboro Fire Rescue

Mar 03, 2026 at 12:16 pm by WGNS News

PODCAST: In this episode of the WGNS Action Line, host Scott Walker sits down with Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department Chief Mark McCluskey, a 41-year veteran of the force, to.... Read More

Appointment Power Clash: Chairman of the Rutherford County Steering, Legislative and Governmental Committee Fires Back at Veto by County Mayor

Feb 27, 2026 at 11:02 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO – A sharp divide has emerged between Rutherford County Mayor Joe Carr and the County Commission following the Mayor’s decision to veto a resolution.... Read More

United Way VITA Program: Free Tax Prep & Financial Support in Tennessee

Feb 26, 2026 at 11:09 am by Producer

Free tax preparation services are putting millions of dollars back into the pockets of Tennessee residents through the United Way’s VITA program. As we hit the peak of.... Read More

Affordable Pet Care & Spay/Neuter Services: The Beesley Animal Clinic Story

Feb 25, 2026 at 11:04 am by Producer

Spay and neuter surgeries save lives by reducing overpopulation and preventing serious health issues like pyometra and aggressive behavior in cats and dogs. Katie Peachy fro.... Read More

Smyrna Town Council Update: Infrastructure Growth, Nissan’s Impact, and Future Population Projections

Feb 19, 2026 at 10:20 am by Producer

Smyrna is no longer just a "feeder town" for Nashville; it is a primary destination in Middle Tennessee defined by strategic growth and a resilient community spirit. This ep.... Read More

Middle Tennessee Electric Bills JUMP, After Recent Cold-Snap

Feb 18, 2026 at 02:36 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Following a period of punishing winter weather, residents in Rutherford County and across Middle Tennessee are beginning to see the financial fal.... Read More

Rutherford County Man Indicted on Child Exploitation Charges Following TBI Investigation

Feb 16, 2026 at 02:30 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY –Special agents assigned to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation’s Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Squad have arrested and.... Read More

DA Finds No Probable Cause in Mayor Carr Ethics Investigation

Feb 12, 2026 at 09:33 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Rutherford County Mayor Joe Carr has received formal notification from District Attorney General Jennings H. Jones stating that a review.... Read More

THP Welfare Checks After Ice Storm; Rutherford County Families Urged to Use TBI Hotline

Jan 27, 2026 at 07:39 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN (WGNS) - As Rutherford County continues digging out from the ice and snow storm that swept across Middle Tennessee, state officials have launched a coo.... Read More

MTE Restoration Update: Tree Damage Causes Over 8,000 Outages; Homeowner Responsibilities Outlined

Jan 26, 2026 at 01:52 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Middle Tennessee Electric (MTE) crews continue to battle widespread power outages this Monday as falling tree limbs—heavily weighed dow.... Read More

MTSU Shifts to Remote Operations Monday and Tuesday as Deep Freeze Sets In

Jan 25, 2026 at 12:00 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS News) - Middle Tennessee State University is joining the long list of institutions adjusting to the brutal winter weather gripping Rutherford County..... Read More

Ice Storm Conditions – Power Outages & Safety Reminders

Jan 25, 2026 at 08:13 am by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, Tenn (WGNS News) – Due to ongoing ice storm conditions across the service area, Middle Tennessee Electric (MTE) is closely monitoring the system and respon.... Read More