Community Service

View Related Slideshows

Construction of New Fire Stations and Locations in Murfreesboro Still Under Research

Feb 27, 2025 at 10:57 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - New fire department locations are being planned for Murfreesboro as more businesses and residents move into the area… That was Murfreesboro Fire Resc.... Read More

Future of Fire Services: Insights from Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Chief Mark McCluskey

Feb 26, 2025 at 11:13 pm by WGNS News

Podcast Description: Join Murfreesboro Fire & Rescue Chief Mark McCluskey as he sits down with Action Line host Scott Walker for an insightful discussion on the future of.... Read More

Bookmobiles Reimagined: Serving Rural Communities in Rutherford County Today

Feb 18, 2025 at 12:09 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - The tried-and-true bookmobile of the past is no longer the same as the bookmobile of today, at least not in the way you remember it from childhood. Acc.... Read More

City of La Vergne named One of the ‘Best Places to Work in Tennessee’

Jan 31, 2025 at 10:28 am by WGNS News

La Vergne, Tenn. - The City of La Vergne was recently named one of the ‘2025 Best Places to Work in Tennessee’ by Best Companies Group. Thirteen business.... Read More

Families Building Futures: Rotary Clubs Come Together for Habitat Homes

Jan 27, 2025 at 05:34 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Rutherford County Area Habitat for Humanity (RCHFH) and the three Rotary Clubs of Rutherford County will come together for the 6th Annual “Rotary.... Read More

State Rep. Bryan Terry Named Chairman of House Health Committee

Jan 21, 2025 at 09:27 am by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – State Rep. Bryan Terry, MD, R-Murfreesboro, has been appointed by House Speaker Cameron Sexton, R-Crossville, to serve as cha.... Read More

NFIB Calls for Lawmakers to Consider Small Business Interests in Tennessee

Jan 13, 2025 at 12:09 pm by WGNS News

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) State Director Jim Brown said today that Tennessee’s small business community is calling on lawmakers to cons.... Read More

Make your New Year's Resolutions WORK in 2025

Dec 26, 2024 at 12:31 pm by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN - The start of this New Year is a perfect opportunity to set new goals and plan your personal and professional growth, challenging yourself to try someth.... Read More

Bonds of Fire: Kolton Slager Enters Firefighting Career Inspired by His Father's Journey

Dec 23, 2024 at 09:29 am by WGNS Radio News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. - The Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department (MFRD) celebrates a proud family tradition as newly graduated firefighter Kolton Slager joins the ranks, fol.... Read More

Aubrey Lukis Honored as Rutherford County’s 2024 Paramedic of the Year

Nov 13, 2024 at 05:02 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN – Paramedic Aubrey Lukis was recently recognized as the 2024 Paramedic of the Year by the Noon Exchange Club for her exceptional commitment to serv.... Read More

Volunteer to Join Greenhouse Ministries and Help Spread Thanksgiving Joy in Rutherford County

Nov 11, 2024 at 09:24 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - All of the fixing’s to prepare the perfect Thanksgiving Day meal will be given away to families in need at Greenhouse Ministries on Saturday, Nov.... Read More

From TN to NC: MTE Crews Reflect on Recovery Efforts After Hurricane Helene

Oct 23, 2024 at 09:29 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - We are slowly learning more about the work done by MTE crews that went to North Carolina and East Tennessee to help communities uncover from the catast.... Read More

From Parks Patrol to Homeless Outreach: Officer Ridiner Receives Top Award

Oct 16, 2024 at 10:16 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) Parks Officer David Ridiner has been named, ‘Officer of the Year,’ by the Exchange Club. Exchange.... Read More

Retention Bonuses for Tennessee Law Enforcement Officers

Jul 25, 2024 at 09:02 am by WGNS News

TENNESSEE - The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) and the Tennessee Peace Officers Standards Training (POST) Commission proudly announce the disbursement.... Read More

Congratulations to the Newly Graduated Class of Rutherford County Fire and Rescue Recruits

Apr 05, 2024 at 02:46 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - Class 24-01 of Rutherford County Fire and Rescue graduated on Friday, April 5, 2024 in a ceremony held at New Vision Baptist Church. &n.... Read More

Local Fire Academy Offers Teens Hands-On Training in Firefighting Skills

Mar 06, 2024 at 10:19 am by Chandelar Williams

Murfreesboro, TN - The upcoming Teen Firefighter Academy is set to provide practical training for young cadets interested in firefighting. Held at the Doug Young Public Safety.... Read More

MTSU Students Package 15,000 Meals to Combat Food Scarcity

Feb 23, 2024 at 04:24 pm by Chandelar Williams

Murfreesboro, TN - MTSU students recently joined forces with Meals of Hope for a significant initiative aimed at addressing food insecurity within the campus community and bey.... Read More

Community Comes Together for Successful Baby Basics Sort-a-Thon

Feb 22, 2024 at 12:30 pm by Chandelar Williams

Murfreesboro, TN - The Baby Basics Sort-a-Thon, which took place on February 15, 2024, at Patterson Park Community Center, exceeded expectations by providing essential items f.... Read More

Free Child Safety Seat Check at Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department

Feb 15, 2024 at 10:09 am by Chandelar Williams

Murfreesboro, TN - Attention parents: Take advantage of a free child safety seat check today from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department Station 9, located at.... Read More