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Rutherford County has Low Mental Health Vulnerabilities

Apr 03, 2024 at 06:06 pm by WGNS News

The State Collaborative On Reforming Education (SCORE) and NashvilleHealth hosted more than 200 community, education and mental health leaders this week to explore ways to.... Read More

Ascend Federal Credit Union Opens New Location in Murfreesboro

Apr 02, 2024 at 01:35 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn., April 2, 2024 – Ascend Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union in Middle Tennessee, today announced the opening of its newest location i.... Read More

North Carolina Man Sentenced to 25 Years for Child Pornography Charges Linked to Rutherford County Case

Apr 01, 2024 at 02:24 pm by Chandelar Williams

Rutherford County, TN - In a recent court ruling, a 24-year-old man from Monroe, North Carolina, named Jake Henry Anderson has been sentenced to 25 years in federal priso.... Read More

Area State Representatives in Studio with WGNS - Hear the Podcast

Mar 29, 2024 at 04:30 pm by WGNS News

Taking a look at issues at the state level with State Representatives Mike Sparks, Dr. Bryan Terry and Robert Stevens. The local lawmakers examined a variety of subjects tha.... Read More

February Statistics Show Decreases in Unemployment for Cities Within Rutherford County

Mar 28, 2024 at 06:27 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Rutherford County boasts the third-lowest unemployment rate in the state, standing at just 2.2%. Data released by the State of Tennessee reveals that.... Read More

Two Suspects in Custody Following Grand Jury Indictment for 2023 Murder

Mar 28, 2024 at 02:11 pm by Chandelar Williams

Rutherford County, TN - In a significant development, two homicide suspects have been apprehended yesterday (March 27, 2024) in connection with the September 2023 murder of Ky.... Read More

Get Involved in April for Child Abuse Prevention Month

Mar 28, 2024 at 11:23 am by WGNS News

(MURFREESBORO) – “National Child Abuse Prevention Month is more than just raising awareness about the reality of child maltreatment. It's about taking action to.... Read More

Planning for New Park in Blackman Area Continues

Mar 28, 2024 at 11:07 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Planning is underway for that new Murfreesboro Park, which will be in the Blackman area... That was assistant parks director Thomas Laird. The parks.... Read More

MTSU to host LGBT Plus College Conference April 4-6 on Campus

Mar 27, 2024 at 08:28 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — “Standing Strong” for diversity and inclusion is the focus of the 2024 LGBT Plus College Conference, set for Thursday-Sa.... Read More

Rutherford County Correctional Work Center Sergeant Attains National Certification as Certified Jail Officer

Mar 27, 2024 at 04:36 pm by Chandelar Williams

Rutherford County, TN - In a significant recognition of excellence in the field of corrections, Sergeant Thad Oclaray of the Rutherford County Correctional Work Center has ach.... Read More

From Tire Shop to Empowerment: The Story of Liberty Station

Mar 26, 2024 at 09:41 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - It sits inside what was once an automotive tire shop… Liberty’s Station is one of the most distinct eateries in Rutherford County, serving as a.... Read More

La Vergne SROs Help Homeless Student Repair Van that Served as his Home

Mar 26, 2024 at 06:13 am by WGNS News

La Vergne, TN - La Vergne High School SRO Cody Didier and SRO Jeremy Gregory helped a homeless, 17-year-old student obtain parts for the broken van he lived in, repaire.... Read More

New Soccer Program Launches in Murfreesboro, Offering Developmental Programs for Kids

Mar 25, 2024 at 07:43 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN– New Soccer Program Launches in Murfreesboro, Offering Developmental Fun for Kids A new opportunity for young soccer enthusiasts and youngsters who h.... Read More

Local Gas Prices Lower than Counties North and West of Murfreesboro

Mar 25, 2024 at 03:14 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Pump price increases across the state gained momentum last week, rising nine cents on average. The Tennessee Gas Price average is now.... Read More

La Vergne High School SROs Extend Compassionate Aid to Homeless Student

Mar 25, 2024 at 10:59 am by Chandelar Williams

La Vergne, TN - In a heartwarming display of compassion and community support, School Resource Officers (SROs) Cody Didier and Jeremy Gregory from La Vergne High School steppe.... Read More

Elevated Fire Danger Prompts Cautionary Measures in Rutherford County

Mar 25, 2024 at 10:44 am by Chandelar Williams

Rutherford County, TN - Residents are urged to exercise caution as Rutherford County faces elevated fire danger on March 25th due to high winds and other contributing factors..... Read More

3.3% Unemployment in Tennessee

Mar 23, 2024 at 10:33 am by WGNS

Nashville, TN - After a slight increase at the start of 2024, Tennessee’s unemployment rate dropped to near record-low levels in February. Department of Labor and Workfo.... Read More

Middle Point Landfill’s $70M Renewable Natural Gas Site

Mar 21, 2024 at 07:16 pm by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO) Middle Point Landfill operators have broken ground on an approximately $70 million renewable natural gas (RNG) site on the west side of the landfill property, a.... Read More

Warning: Scammers Target Rutherford County Residents with Jury Duty Threats

Mar 20, 2024 at 06:01 pm by Chandelar Williams

Rutherford County, TN - Residents of Rutherford County are being urged to remain vigilant as scammers continue to prey on unsuspecting individuals by posing as law enforcement.... Read More

Rutherford County School Teacher Faces Suspension Amidst Allegations of Misconduct

Mar 20, 2024 at 04:02 pm by Chandelar Williams

Smyrna, TN - In a startling turn of events, a Rutherford County school teacher finds themselves embroiled in controversy following allegations of professional misconduct and n.... Read More