Community Service

MTSU Students are Working to Ensure Local War Heroes Receive the Trip of a Lifetime to Washington D.C., Listen to Today's Podcast for the Full Story

Apr 27, 2026 at 10:20 pm by WGNS News

PODCAST: On this episode of the WGNS Action Line, host Scott Walker is joined by Justine Norton, a senior advertising and public relations major; Gabe Soundara, a public rel.... Read More

Beasley Animal Clinic: National Volunteer Week & Spring Fundraising Events

Apr 22, 2026 at 11:35 am by Producer

Beasley Animal Clinic is transforming local pet care through community-driven action and essential wellness services. This week, the spotlight is on National Volunteer Week (A.... Read More

Rutherford County PAWS: Volunteer Opportunities and the "Dog-Gone Adoption" Event

Apr 17, 2026 at 11:07 am by Producer

Rutherford County PAWS is experiencing a massive surge in volunteerism, transforming the local shelter into a community-driven hub for animal welfare. Joining host Bryan Bar.... Read More

American Red Cross Volunteering & Blood Donation in Rutherford County

Apr 10, 2026 at 11:09 am by Producer

Rutherford County thrives on the pulse of volunteerism, and few embody this spirit more than Ginny Williams. As the outgoing Board Chair for the Heart of Tennessee Chap.... Read More

Helping Adults with Disabilities: Workforce Development & Empowerment in Rutherford County

Apr 07, 2026 at 10:30 am by Producer

Rutherford County's workforce is evolving as local nonprofits bridge the gap for adults with disabilities and those re-entering the community after incarceration. Jody Power.... Read More

Rutherford County Kiwanis: Supporting A Soldier's Child, Archie's Promise & Literacy

Mar 30, 2026 at 10:05 am by Producer

Rutherford County is transforming through radical community service, and the Rutherford County Kiwanis Club is leading the charge with a unique "after-work" model that fits.... Read More

United Way Volunteer Week 2026: Community Impact in Rutherford County

Mar 26, 2026 at 11:00 am by Producer

Middle Tennessee is facing a quiet crisis as the "ALICE" population—Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed—now encompasses nearly 45% of households across s.... Read More

MTSU First Lady Liz McPhee Passes Away

Jan 08, 2026 at 05:23 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Elizabeth “Liz” McPhee, the longtime First Lady of Middle Tennessee State University and wife of President Sidney A. McPhee, passed aw.... Read More

Serving from the Heart: Red Cross Heroes Making a Difference in Tennessee

Oct 23, 2025 at 10:26 am by Producer

Dr. Bill Kraus talks with John Mitchell, Executive Director of the Heart of Tennessee Chapter of the American Red Cross, and Dr. Amy Atchison about their dedication to serving.... Read More

Joe Carr Seeks Second Term as Rutherford County Mayor

Sep 17, 2025 at 06:54 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Rutherford County Mayor Joe Carr announced Wednesday (9-17-25) he plans to seek a second term. Below is a press release from him.   Today.... Read More

Lt. Kenneth Barrett Announces Candidacy for Rutherford County Sheriff

Sep 03, 2025 at 02:26 pm by WGNS

The information presented in this article is sourced directly from an emailed campaign press release. The content reflects the statements and views of the campaign.RUTHERFORD.... Read More

Salvation Army | Camp Season Continues, Christmas in July & More

Jul 15, 2025 at 11:02 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett talks with Regan Love, Community Relations & Development Director with the local Salvation Army. She discusses previous and current camps, "Christmas in July.... Read More

Red Cross | Volunteers, Texas Flooding, Blood Drives and More

Jul 11, 2025 at 11:07 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett talks with John Mitchell, Executive Director of the Heart of Tennessee chapter of the American Red Cross. He talks about great area volunteers, volunteer opportu.... Read More

Amelia’s Closet Announces Fashion Judges for Project ReStyle 2.0

Apr 19, 2025 at 04:34 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN – Amelia’s Closet has officially announced the panel of fashion judges for Project ReStyle 2.0, a vibrant fundraiser set for Monday, April 29, 202.... Read More

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