Rutherford County

Local Hometown Hero David Price Sponsors Walk for Children!

Feb 24, 2021 at 08:37 am by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO) “The Child Advocacy Center is excited to announce that local Hometown Hero David Price and Project One Four is the presenting sponsor of the&nb.... Read More

Local Government Recovery and Rebuilding Direct Appropriation Grants will Equal Big Funding for Communities

Feb 24, 2021 at 07:58 am by WGNS

A large amount of funds could soon be available to communities throughout the State of Tennessee in about 5-months. Gov. Bill Lee recently highlighted the "Local Gov.... Read More

Blackman High custodian publishes debut

Feb 23, 2021 at 10:00 am by WGNS

By KEITH RYAN CARTWRIGHT, Rutherford County Schools: Loyd Elmore Jr. has been a custodian at Blackman High since August.He’s been writing short stories for decades.... Read More

Rutherford County COVID-19 Vaccine Limited Operations Call Center Number Updated

Feb 23, 2021 at 07:37 am by WGNS

The phone number for the Rutherford County COVID-19 Vaccine Limited Operations Call Center has changed. The purpose of the call center is to assist county residents.... Read More

La Vergne Farmers Market Moves Days, Opens Vendor Registration

Feb 23, 2021 at 07:29 am by WGNS

With spring just weeks away the City of La Vergne Parks and Recreation Department is excited to announce some changes to the popular Farmers Market.The La Vergne Farmers Marke.... Read More

Holding Tennessee Educators Harmless on End of the Year Evaluations, due to the COVID Pandemic

Feb 22, 2021 at 10:36 am by WGNS

State Representative Charlie Baum who lives in Murfreesboro, says that three new bills will focus on helping children advance their learning and learn additional things they w.... Read More

AFTER THE SNOW: Gas Prices for the Week in Rutherford County, TN and Beyond

Feb 22, 2021 at 06:48 am by WGNS

Rutherford County Gas Price Examples (2/22/21):- SPEEDWAY in Murfreesboro, TN $2.23/Reg- MURPHY EXPRESS in Murfreesboro, TN $2.24/Reg - MAPCO MART in Smyrna, TN $2.30/ Reg - S.... Read More

Snow Patrol Closings/Cancellations for Monday (2-22-21)

Feb 21, 2021 at 03:48 pm by WGNS

School and business closures and cancellations due to winter weather are below. If you have any additions, tap here to send it to us for posting. SCHOOLS-- Rutherford County.... Read More

Community Gift of Encouragement and Hope Through Creativity

Feb 19, 2021 at 09:41 am by WGNS

(Murfreesboro, TN) – A group of 21 local artists gave a creative gift to our community to encourage a better 2021 through a pop-up mural at the Walnut House in Murfreesb.... Read More

Rutherford County Sheriff's Office Releases Helpful Information on Sledding

Feb 19, 2021 at 09:32 am by WGNS

The Rutherford County Sheriff's Office released a few safety tips on sledding, as it has proven to be a popular activity in recent days. However, picking the right location to.... Read More

Rutherford County: Two People Suffer from Gunshot Wounds in Tuesday Night Domestic Assault

Feb 17, 2021 at 01:46 pm by WGNS

Two people suffered gunshot wounds during a domestic assault Tuesday night on Gum Puckett Road, a Rutherford County Sheriff’s detective said.SWAT team deputies apprehend.... Read More

Homeless Severely Impacted by Ice and Cold Weather in Rutherford County

Feb 17, 2021 at 10:02 am by WGNS

Homeless in our community are being severely impacted by the cold weather as the windchill has already reached a low 8-degrees. Cliff Sharp, founder of Greenhouse Ministries s.... Read More

UPDATE: Roads, Vehicles, Homes and Even Boat Docks fall Victim to the Ice in Tennessee

Feb 17, 2021 at 06:53 am by WGNS

The Murfreesboro Street Department has been salting roads around the clock with six dump trucks on State Highways and major roadways. City street crews are working 12-hour shi.... Read More

Icy Road Conditions Continue in Rutherford County

Feb 16, 2021 at 07:48 am by WGNS

Road conditions on Tuesday morning seem to have only turned worse, compared to Monday morning. Ice continues to cover the majority of roads in Murfreesboro, Smyrna and L.... Read More

Power Outages in Middle Tennessee due to Ice

Feb 16, 2021 at 07:38 am by WGNS

There are multiple power outages throughout Middle Tennessee, due to ice.As of 7:15 Tuesday (02/16/21) morning, there were 98 power outages in Rutherford County, but that numb.... Read More

Land on Mars This Thursday AND The Latest News from the Local Library

Feb 16, 2021 at 07:15 am by WGNS

The Rutherford County Library System is taking a real voyage to Mars this Thursday. Kathleen Tyree, branch manager of the Technology Engagement Center in Murfreesboro stated...... Read More

Rutherford County Firefighters Save Dogs from Sinkhole

Feb 15, 2021 at 11:09 am by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN—Rutherford County Fire Rescue crews saved two small dogs stuck in a sinkhole on Yeargan Road around noon on Saturday.The sinkhole was around eight&.... Read More

UPDATE: Estranged husband charged in wife's murder - Victim found deceased on roadside in Christiana

Feb 15, 2021 at 09:40 am by WGNS

A man who is accused of murdering his wife on December 28, 2020 will soon appear in court. Rutherford County District Attorney Jennings Jones stated…The day that 29-yea.... Read More

Traffic Problems will Continue Growing in Rutherford County

Feb 12, 2021 at 05:57 pm by WGNS

Traffic continues to grow throughout Rutherford County, which is a growing concern when it comes to roadways and commuters. On Interstate 24 near the Highway 99 interchange, t.... Read More

The numbers of those who are homeless is growing in Murfreesboro, along with the age of those who are homeless

Feb 12, 2021 at 11:45 am by WGNS

Homelessness continues to plague the streets of Rutherford County and the numbers of those who lack a place to call home are getting older. Ed Grimes with the Murfreesboro Res.... Read More