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Rutherford County Tied to Groundbreaking Nuclear Energy Deal Powering Google’s Future

Aug 18, 2025 at 04:26 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - A major energy milestone is unfolding in Tennessee, and Rutherford County is quietly connected to it. The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) has announce.... Read More

Notice to Creditors: Estate of Denise C. Obel, Deceased

Aug 12, 2025 at 01:30 am by WGNS News

  Notice to CreditorsEstate of Denise C. Obel, DeceasedCase Number: 75PR1-2025-PR-464Rutherford County Probate Court Notice is hereby given that on July 23, 2025, Lette.... Read More

Child Advocacy Center Marks 25 Years of Service [VIDEO + AUDIO]

Aug 11, 2025 at 06:48 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) – The Child Advocacy Center (CAC) marked a major milestone Monday, August 11, 2025, celebrating 25 years of service to children and famil.... Read More

Talking Tennessee: Politics, Community, and a BBQ Bash in Smyrna

Aug 07, 2025 at 11:21 am by Producer

In this episode, Bryan Barrett sits down with State Rep. Mike Sparks (R-Smyrna) and Roger Thomas to dive into key topics impacting our community — including the upcoming.... Read More

Rutherford County Transfer Station Diverts 8,000 Tons from Landfill in First Month, Generates $653K in Fees

Aug 06, 2025 at 03:57 pm by WGNS

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS) – Rutherford County’s new transfer station has wrapped up a highly successful first month of operation, processing 7,965 tons of so.... Read More

Notice to Creditors: Estate of Denise C. Obel, Deceased

Aug 05, 2025 at 02:48 pm by WGNS News

Notice to CreditorsEstate of Denise C. Obel, DeceasedCase Number: 75PR1-2025-PR-464Rutherford County Probate Court Notice is hereby given that on July 23, 2025, Letters Tes.... Read More

Saving Pollinators: UT-TSU Extension Highlights on WGNS Thursday (8/7)

Aug 02, 2025 at 01:57 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - Pollinators are vanishing across Middle Tennessee—and it’s not just your imagination if the butterflies and bees seem fewer this summer. Th.... Read More

UPDATED: Murfreesboro City Council Votes to Annex Middle Point Landfill

Jul 21, 2025 at 06:32 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Murfreesboro city leaders voted this past Thursday night to annex the Middle Point Landfill, giving the city full authority over its operations through ordi.... Read More

County Commissioner Michael Wrather Resigns; Process to Fill Vacancy Underway

Jul 17, 2025 at 09:56 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — Rutherford County District 3 Commissioner Michael Wrather officially submitted his resignation, effective this Friday, marking the end of hi.... Read More

Rutherford County at a Crossroads: Growth, Change, and the Fight to Preserve Local Identity

Jul 13, 2025 at 08:46 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - As Rutherford County surges forward with unprecedented growth, longtime residents are grappling with the rapid transformation of their communities. Onc.... Read More

Rutherford County Sees Safer July 4th Holiday as Statewide Traffic Fatalities Drop

Jul 07, 2025 at 05:41 pm by WGNS

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS) – Rutherford County residents traveling U.S. 70 and nearby roadways experienced a much safer Independence Day travel period this yea.... Read More

New TN Law Targets Teen Bullies: License Suspensions Now in Effect

Jul 07, 2025 at 05:19 pm by WGNS

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS) – As of July 1, 2025, Tennessee’s new law imposing stricter penalties on juvenile bullying has taken effect statewide. Under the la.... Read More

Rutherford County Ranchers Celebrate July as Beef Month in Tennessee

Jul 04, 2025 at 07:02 pm by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN - As grills fire up across the state this summer, Rutherford County’s beef producers have even more reason to celebrate. Governor Bill Lee has.... Read More

Rutherford County Secures Historic Third AAA Bond Rating from S&P Global Ratings

Jul 02, 2025 at 05:59 pm by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN - Rutherford County has achieved a rare financial milestone by earning a third AAA bond rating, this time from S&P Global Ratings. With this des.... Read More

Rep. Bryan Terry Thanks Longtime Assistant, Welcomes New Legislative Aide

Jun 30, 2025 at 04:46 pm by WGNS Radio News

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – State Rep. Bryan Terry, R-Murfreesboro, announced a key staff transition in his Nashville office, as longtime assistant Megan Dix steps down and Alexa.... Read More

Country Stars Bring Hope and Harmony to Rutherford County Correctional Facility

Jun 30, 2025 at 01:30 pm by WGNS Radio News

Rutherford County, TN – Some of Country Music’s finest artists performed at the Rutherford County Correctional Work Center (RCCWC) this month. Executive Dire.... Read More

WGNS Urges Drivers to Stay Alert During Summer's "Deadliest Days"—Especially This 4th of July

Jun 28, 2025 at 05:28 am by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN - The fireworks may be dazzling, but the roadways across the midstate can be deadly this time of year. NewsRadio WGNS reminds everyone that we're in.... Read More

Explosive Growth Prompts Bold Moves from Rutherford County Leaders

Jun 23, 2025 at 03:21 pm by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN - Rutherford County’s population boom—up over 44% since 2010 to nearly 380,000 residents—has sparked a wave of investment and inno.... Read More

New Rutherford County Transfer Station Set to Open on National Garbage Man Day

Jun 16, 2025 at 05:03 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) – Rutherford County will mark National Garbage Man Day with the official opening of its new solid waste transfer station at 6000 Landfill Road.... Read More

UPDATE | Rutherford County Secures Prestigious AAA Bond Rating from Fitch Ratings

Jun 16, 2025 at 04:55 pm by WGNS

RUTHERFORD CO., Tenn (WGNS) - Rutherford County has solidified its reputation for financial excellence, earning a coveted AAA bond rating from Fitch Ratings—an achi.... Read More