Rutherford County

The Dark Side of Rutherford County - The DA's Office Explores Current and Past Murder Cases, Cold Cases and More

Feb 07, 2025 at 10:23 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Podcast: Dive into the gripping world of crime and justice with J. Paul Newman, a retired assistant district attorney, as your guide through the often.... Read More

Handful of Rutherford County Residents Take Home the Bucks in Tennessee Lottery Games

Feb 06, 2025 at 01:02 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Several people are starting the year off with a bang in Rutherford County, with one lucky recipient winning half a million dollars in the Powerball Dou.... Read More

Rutherford County School Bus Drivers Demand 35% Pay Increase Amid Rising Expenses

Feb 06, 2025 at 10:07 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - School bus drivers contracted by the Rutherford County Schools are busy throughout the academic year transporting students, to and from school…&.... Read More

Smyrna Police Officer Arrested for Forgery and Identity Theft

Feb 05, 2025 at 05:47 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY – The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation confirmed the arrest of a Smyrna Police Officer on Wednesday. Following an investigation by TBI special agents.... Read More

Property Tax Relief Options Available for Seniors and Veterans

Feb 04, 2025 at 05:17 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - While last year's property taxes throughout the county were due on the first Monday in October, you still have time to submit those payments. Homeowner.... Read More

ALICE in Rutherford County: Unveiling the Hidden Struggles of Working Families

Feb 04, 2025 at 04:12 pm by WGNS Radio News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - The League of Women Voters (LWV) of Murfreesboro/Rutherford County, the United Way of South Central Tennessee, the Human Development and Fa.... Read More

No Sleep, All Code: MTSU Students Push Limits at 10th Annual HackMT

Feb 04, 2025 at 03:52 pm by WGNS Radio News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — While most of the teams in the 10th annual Middle Tennessee State University Computer Science Department HackMT experienced successful comp.... Read More

Rutherford County Representative Appointed Chairman of House Higher Education Subcommittee

Feb 03, 2025 at 03:45 pm by WGNS News

State Rep. Charlie Baum, R-Murfreesboro, has been appointed by House Speaker Cameron Sexton, R-Crossville, to serve as chairman of the House Higher Education Su.... Read More

Understanding the Role of Rutherford County Trustee with Teb Batey

Feb 03, 2025 at 11:43 am by WGNS News

In this episode of the WGNS Action Line, host Scott Walker sits down with Rutherford County Trustee Teb Batey to discuss the important functions of the Trustee's Office. As th.... Read More

Rising Fuel Prices in Rutherford County: What You Need to Know

Feb 03, 2025 at 07:42 am by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - Fuel prices in Rutherford County will begin the week slightly higher than what we’ve seen in previous weeks this year. Last week, the Murfreesbor.... Read More

Bluey at the Library in Murfreesboro on Saturday

Jan 31, 2025 at 11:57 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Libraries are evolving with the times, enhancing both productivity and enjoyment depending on your needs. From traditional books to 3D printers and GoP.... Read More

Caught on Camera: Shoplifting Suspects Visit Smyrna Kohl’s, Often

Jan 31, 2025 at 10:20 am by WGNS News

SMYRNA, TN - Well, folks, it seems that the new year is off to a grand start in Rutherford County, where shoplifting has become the hottest trend at the local Kohl’s. Ju.... Read More

Rutherford County Maintains Low Unemployment Rate Despite Rankings Shift

Jan 30, 2025 at 02:53 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - County unemployment rates have been released, and Rutherford County remains on the top 10 list of counties with the lowest jobless rates, but it is now.... Read More

Fake Deputies Threaten Arrest Over Missed Jury Duty in Rutherford County

Jan 29, 2025 at 04:18 pm by WGNS Radio News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN – In a plot twist that could rival a crime drama, local residents are being targeted by scammers impersonating sheriff's deputies. Their latest per.... Read More

The Growing Role of Women in Construction: Meeting Industry Challenges in Rutherford County and Beyond

Jan 29, 2025 at 01:25 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - As President Donald Trump’s efforts for mass deportation loom, which could drastically reduce the already understaffed construction workforce by.... Read More

Rutherford County Top 5 for Pancreatic Cancer Rates

Jan 28, 2025 at 05:00 pm by WGNS News

The National Institutes of Health and National Cancer Institute report that Rutherford County continues to see an increase in citizens diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, indica.... Read More

Victims Identified in Fatal Kari Drive Fire

Jan 28, 2025 at 03:59 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY - Authorities have identified the victims of the January 9th residential fire on Kari Drive as 63-year-old Christopher Lambert and 61-year-old Laura Lam.... Read More

Nourishing Conversations: Health with Kim Dunnaway from Sunshine Nutrition

Jan 28, 2025 at 11:00 am by WGNS News

Learn about ingredients in food products that are banned in other countries but remain legal in the U.S. Listen to today's podcast to understand the implications of.... Read More

Families Building Futures: Rotary Clubs Come Together for Habitat Homes

Jan 27, 2025 at 05:34 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Rutherford County Area Habitat for Humanity (RCHFH) and the three Rotary Clubs of Rutherford County will come together for the 6th Annual “Rotary.... Read More

Transform Your Wellbeing in 2025 with Kim Hilsman Dunaway

Jan 27, 2025 at 04:30 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN – The month is almost over, have you started any new changes to your diet to get healthy in 2025? WGNS talks to Kim Hilsman Dunaway from Suns.... Read More