Rutherford County

Chip Walters talks to New Head Football Coach Derek Mason at MTSU and more!

Jan 03, 2024 at 11:11 am by Producer

On this episode of the WGNS RoundTable, Chip Walters, Voice of the Blue Raiders, talks to Dick Palmer who is in his 37th season of providing play-by-play action in women's b.... Read More

Politics: Tim Holden Announces Candidacy for Rutherford County School Board Zone 3

Jan 02, 2024 at 07:12 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. - Tim Holden, a lifelong resident of Rutherford County and former School Board member, has declared his candidacy for the Rutherford County School B.... Read More

MURFREESBORO POLICE: Victim in fatal crash on Lebanon Pike identified

Jan 02, 2024 at 03:07 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - The Murfreesboro Police Department Fatal Accident Crash Team (FACT) is currently investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal single-vehicle crash.... Read More

TN Now has 2 Top 25 Fastest Growing Cities In Nation

Jan 02, 2024 at 11:44 am by WGNS

(MIDDLE TENNESSEE) The word is out — Middle Tennessee’s quality of life and lower cost of living are attracting families to migrate here.... Read More

Rutherford County Choice Schools with Coordinator Jeff McCann

Jan 02, 2024 at 09:12 am by Producer

Today, WGNS took a closer look at "Choice Schools" within the Rutherford County School System. Host Scott Walker talked to Choice School Coordinator Jeff McCann and learned th.... Read More

Murfreesboro's First Baby Sauntered In At 9:36AM

Jan 01, 2024 at 10:03 am by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO) Murfreesboro welcomed its newest resident into the world on New Years Day just shortly after the 9AM hour. Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford, in collabo.... Read More

Slideshow

Family Escapes Early Morning House Fire on Teresa Lane

Dec 29, 2023 at 11:45 am by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN – A mother and her two children escaped unharmed from a house fire that broke out in the early morning hours on Teresa Lane today, Friday, December 29..... Read More

Murfreesboro Prepared for Winter Weather, Ice and Snow

Dec 29, 2023 at 11:35 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Winter weather, whether a wintry mix of sleet and ice, or inches of snowfall, is typically inevitable in Middle Tennessee. City Public Works c.... Read More

Greenhouse Ministries Celebrate 25th Anniversary in New Year

Dec 29, 2023 at 11:13 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - A local non-profit will celebrate their 25th anniversary as we start the New Year...That was Cliff Sharp who founded Greenhouse Ministries with his wife J.... Read More

New Members to the Local Workforce as TCAT Celebrates 150+ Graduates

Dec 29, 2023 at 07:31 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN – The Tennessee College of Applied Technology, established in 1963 by the General Assembly, has been a cornerstone of workforce development.... Read More

Murfreesboro Detectives Seek Public Assistance in Identifying Person of Interest in Vape Shop Burglary Attempt

Dec 28, 2023 at 10:23 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Murfreesboro detectives are seeking the public's help in identifying a person of interest connected to an attempted burglary at the Vape Guru Smoke Shop o.... Read More

Driving Statistics Highlight Road Safety Concerns in Rutherford County as 2023 Comes to a Close

Dec 28, 2023 at 10:03 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - As the year draws to an end, driving statistics for Rutherford County reveal both areas of improvement and causes for concern. Accordin.... Read More

Unemployment Rates Drop Across Tennessee, Rutherford County Among the Lowest

Dec 28, 2023 at 09:58 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - New data released by the Department of Labor and Workforce Development reveals encouraging news for Tennessee as the unemployment rates decre.... Read More

Auto Thefts, Robbery and More in Murfreesboro and Throughout Tennessee

Dec 28, 2023 at 11:29 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - In the past 4-weeks alone, Murfreesboro has seen a staggering 530+ crime reports, spanning a range of offenses to include assault, burglary, fraud,.... Read More

La Vergne Urges Residents to Participate in Special Census for Community Benefit

Dec 27, 2023 at 09:58 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - A special census is underway in northern Rutherford County, where officials believe their population has grown by several thousand residents since U.S..... Read More

Smyrna Police Seek Public Assistance in Identifying Walmart Theft Suspect

Dec 27, 2023 at 09:28 pm by WGNS News

Smyrna, TN — The Smyrna Police Department is reaching out to the public for assistance in identifying a possible theft suspect captured on surveillance cameras at Walmar.... Read More

Discovering Details about The Battle of Stones River on the 161st Anniversary and The Eve of Battle in Rutherford County

Dec 27, 2023 at 10:48 am by Producer

Today, host Chip Walters learns about the Battle of Stones River on the 161st Anniversary and The Eve of Battle in Rutherford County. Joining Chip Walters on the WGNS RoundT.... Read More

Stride into the New Year: Murfreesboro's New Year's Day 5k Promotes Health and Community Wellness

Dec 27, 2023 at 10:19 am by WGNS News

MURFEESBORO, TN - As the clock ticks down to welcome the dawn of a new year, residents of Murfreesboro are gearing up for a unique and invigorating way to kickstart 20.... Read More

POLITICAL: James S. Kennedy, Retired Physician, Announces Candidacy as Committed Delegate for Nikki Haley in 4th Congressional District

Dec 22, 2023 at 03:39 pm by WGNS News

Smyrna, Tennessee - In an announcement that reverberated through Tennessee's political landscape, retired physician James S. Kennedy, MD, revealed his designation as a candida.... Read More

Nurses Bring Holiday Magic to Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital's NICU

Dec 22, 2023 at 09:57 am by WGNS News

In a heartwarming tradition that has become synonymous with the spirit of the season, Nurses Kim Meek and Olivia Sizemore have once again transformed Ascension Saint Thomas.... Read More