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Halloween Safety Tips from the La Vergne Police Department

Oct 26, 2022 at 05:48 pm by WGNS Radio News

(La Vergne, Tenn.) There will be extra officers out on patrol in La Vergne on Halloween night to make sure everyone has a safe evening. The City does not regulate Halloween ac.... Read More

Middle Tennessee Electric Linemen Have Strong Showing at International Lineman's Rodeo

Oct 26, 2022 at 05:42 pm by WGNS Radio News

Several Middle Tennessee Electric (MTE) linemen took home awards at the 38th Annual International Lineman’s Rodeo & Expo held October 12th-15th in Overland Park.... Read More

Drug Take Back Day is This Saturday

Oct 25, 2022 at 01:36 pm by WGNS News

(Rutherford County, Tenn.) Sheriff’s deputies are teaming up with the federal Drug Enforcement Administration and community groups to dispose of unused and expired presc.... Read More

326 Driving and Drug-related Offenses in Rutherford County as Officers focus on Aggressive Driving

Oct 25, 2022 at 12:36 pm by WGNS News

UPDATE - (RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn.) Forty-six drivers were cited for using cell phones and 110 for speeding during “Operation Fall Brakes” this past Wednesday on I.... Read More

UPDATE: Murfreesboro Parks Continue Planning of Proposed Skatepark

Oct 25, 2022 at 10:59 am by WGNS News

Plans for the Murfreesboro Parks and Rec. Department to build a Skatepark are moving forward… That was parks director Nate Williams. A public input meeting was hel.... Read More

Beware of Ongoing Scams in Rutherford County and in Middle Tennessee

Oct 25, 2022 at 09:54 am by WGNS News

(RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn.) The scam involving a caller telling area residents they missed a court date continues in Rutherford and Bedford Counties. In recent incidents that.... Read More

Suspect Charged in Wife's Murder Scheduled to Appear in Court Next Month in Rutherford County

Oct 25, 2022 at 07:05 am by WGNS News

(RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn.)  A man accused of killing his wife on September 27th of last year will appear in court this November for a preliminary hearing. Rutherford Cou.... Read More

Ascend Federal Credit Union Donates $34,500 to the Girl Scouts of Middle Tennessee

Oct 25, 2022 at 06:00 am by WGNS News

(Middle Tennessee) - Ascend Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union in Middle Tennessee, has recently made a donation of $34,500 to Girl Scouts of Middle Tennessee.... Read More

Safety Task Force Trunk and Treat postponed to Thursday because of weather

Oct 24, 2022 at 08:33 pm by WGNS News

Firefighters, paramedics and police officers heroes will delight trick or treaters during the Halloween Trunk or Treat sponsored by the Rutherford County Traffic Safety Task F.... Read More

Suspect charged with public indecency in Walter Hill Investigation

Oct 24, 2022 at 08:22 pm by WGNS News

(Walter Hill Community) The man who was accused of exposing himself to two girls in the Walter Hill area of Rutherford County has been arrested. According to the Rutherford Co.... Read More
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Recent Walk 4 Water in Smyrna Raised Funds to Build Up To 8 Clean Water Wells in Third World Areas

Oct 24, 2022 at 07:53 pm by WGNS News

(SMYRNA, TN) Rain didn’t curb the enthusiasm of over 1,000 people who showed up for the first of what could become an annual event. The inaugural Walk 4 Water held in Sm.... Read More

BUSINESS: Liberty’s Station to Hold Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting November 1

Oct 24, 2022 at 05:55 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN – Liberty’s Station, the new social enterprise of Amelia’s Closet in Murfreesboro, will have its grand opening celebration on Tuesday, Novem.... Read More

COMMENTARY: Mental Well-Being is Not So Well

Oct 24, 2022 at 05:37 pm by WGNS News

COMMENTARY - In today’s society, it appears as if mental health issues have grown to near overwhelming numbers. With today’s commentary, here’s Dr. Larry Bur.... Read More

New La Vergne Fire Station Groundbreaking Announced

Oct 24, 2022 at 03:27 pm by WGNS News

(La Vergne, Tenn.) The City of La Vergne is excited to announce it is ready to break ground on its new Fire Station 41. The groundbreaking is scheduled for November 4 at 9:00.... Read More

Linebaugh Hosts Local Author Mark Alexander McClish for Book Signing

Oct 24, 2022 at 03:16 pm by WGNS News

(MURFREESBORO, TN.) Linebaugh Public Library is pleased to host local author Mark Alexander McClish for a book signing on Saturday, November 12th, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The a.... Read More

Rutherford County has Some of the Lowest Gas Prices in the Country

Oct 24, 2022 at 10:57 am by WGNS News

(RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn.) Tennessee is currently the 6th least expensive state for motorist to refuel in, averaging $3.28 per gallon for regular unleaded gas on Monday mornin.... Read More

State Rep. Bryan Terry encourages Rutherford County residents to vote in state and federal general election

Oct 24, 2022 at 07:00 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – State Rep. Bryan Terry, MD, R-Murfreesboro, is encouraging Rutherford County residents to make sure they vote in the Nov. 8 state and fed.... Read More
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Sunday Morning Home Fire In Smyrna

Oct 23, 2022 at 12:58 pm by WGNS

(SMYRNA, TN) A Sunday morning (10/23/2022) blaze on McKean Drive destroyed one condominium and the adjacent unit received damage. The home was fully involved when units arrive.... Read More

‘Coliseum Nights’ Comes To Tennessee Miller Coliseum

Oct 22, 2022 at 01:48 pm by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO)  As Murphy Center celebrates it golden anniversary along with memories of the world's top artists performing there, the question arises about a similar fut.... Read More

Smyrna Man Found Guilty of Sexual Offenses Committed during a Party at a Florence Road Home in 2020

Oct 21, 2022 at 09:55 pm by WGNS News

(RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TENN.) A 41-year-old Smyrna, TN man was found guilty on rape charges October 21st and is now awaiting sentencing. Ilaz Neziri was arrested under a sealed.... Read More