Middle Tennessee Electric

Scott Murphy Appointed to Middle Tennessee Electric Board of Directors

Nov 03, 2025 at 08:27 am by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN - Middle Tennessee Electric’s (MTE) Nominating Committee has appointed Scott Murphy of Franklin to the cooperative’s Board of Directors following.... Read More

Quantum Leap: MTSU Launches QRISE Center to Shape the Future

Nov 01, 2025 at 07:23 am by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN - Middle Tennessee State University is stepping into the quantum spotlight with the launch of QRISE — Quantum Research Interdisciplinary Science and Edu.... Read More

Power and Pastures: Rutherford County Solar Farm Adds Cattle in 2026 as Middle Tennessee Electric Helps

Oct 31, 2025 at 07:40 am by WGNS News

CHRISTIANA, TN - In the southern portion of Rutherford County, a solar farm has been nominated for Solar Builder’s 2025 Project of the Year. The project is in th.... Read More

Middle Tennessee Electric Linemen Win Top Honors at International Rodeo

Oct 21, 2025 at 07:30 am by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - Several linemen from Middle Tennessee Electric (MTE) brought home top honors from the 41st Annual International Lineman’s Rodeo & Expo, held.... Read More

Representative Mike Sparks on Nursing Home Oversight, Mechanics on a Mission, and Community Care

Oct 16, 2025 at 11:10 am by Producer

Host Bryan Barrett talks with State Representative Mike Sparks about a range of issues impacting Rutherford County and beyond — from local goodwill and generosity to cha.... Read More

Touch-a-Truck Returns to Murfreesboro with Helicopter, Boat, and Fire Engines

Sep 25, 2025 at 06:46 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Trucks, a helicopter, and even a boat will be on display at the annual Touch-a-Truck event, happening Saturday, Sept. 27, from 10 a.m. to noon.... Read More

Changing Lives Through Energy Efficiency: 350th Home Uplift Completed

Sep 10, 2025 at 06:09 pm by WGNS News

MIDDLE TENNESSEE - Middle Tennessee Electric (MTE) and the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) celebrated the completion of the 350th Home Uplift renovation on Wednesday, Sept. 1.... Read More

Middle Tennessee Electric Holds Annual Meeting Saturday and Director Elections This Week

Aug 12, 2025 at 06:32 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee Electric (MTE) will hold its annual meeting this Saturday, August 16, 2025. For newcomers to the area who may be unfamiliar with e.... Read More

Middle Tennessee Electric and TVA Share Tips to Stay Cool and Save Money During Record Heat

Jul 27, 2025 at 01:09 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Middle Tennessee Electric (MTE), in partnership with the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA), is reminding customers how to stay cool without breaking the.... Read More

Extreme Heat Puts Vulnerable Residents at Risk; Community Urged to Help

Jul 21, 2025 at 01:59 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN – Murfreesboro, Smyrna, La Vergne, and most surrounding communities are currently under an urgent heat advisory. According to the National Weather.... Read More

$300 Million and Counting: MTE Merger Celebrates Five Years of Progress

Jul 21, 2025 at 07:42 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Middle Tennessee Electric (MTE) and the City of Murfreesboro are celebrating the five-year anniversary of their electric utility merger, which has prov.... Read More

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Thousands Celebrate 4th of July at Murfreesboro’s Fireworks Spectacular

Jul 04, 2025 at 09:57 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — On July 4, 2025, thousands gathered at the Fountains at Gateway on Medical Center Parkway, for Murfreesboro’s annual “Celebratio.... Read More

Routine MTE Maintenance Causes Loud Boom in Downtown Murfreesboro

Jun 23, 2025 at 12:12 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — A loud boom startled residents near the intersection of West Castle Street and Hickerson Drive late Monday morning, but it wasn’t a bl.... Read More

Tennessee Valley Lineman Rodeo comes to Boro next weekend!

May 24, 2025 at 04:38 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN – While driving down Medical Center Parkway have you noticed the large field of utility poles that are sprouting up like Tennessee wildflowers at the Wi.... Read More

MTE Launches Smart Thermostat Program to Cut Costs and Prevent Blackouts

May 09, 2025 at 06:30 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Hot summer days are just around the corner, and Middle Tennessee Electric is teaming up with the Tennessee Valley Authority to roll out a new program t.... Read More

MTE’s Earth Day Event Brings Sunshine, Clean Energy, and Family Fun to Murfreesboro

Apr 26, 2025 at 01:01 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) – The 24th Annual Earth Day Celebration hosted by Middle Tennessee Electric (MTE) turned out to be a shining success, despite initial concerns.... Read More

Smyrna Residents and Businesses Welcome "Ultra-Fast" 8 Gig Fiber Internet

Apr 08, 2025 at 06:13 pm by WGNS News

Smyrna, Tenn. – United Communications and Middle Tennessee Electric (MTE) have announced that Smyrna residents are now eligible for ultra-fast 8 Gig fiber broadband serv.... Read More

MTE Contributes Over $5 Million through Significant Tax Payments in Rutherford County

Feb 28, 2025 at 07:37 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - MTE provides more than electricity to the communities it serves. As a not-for-profit electric cooperative, Middle Tennessee Electric (MTE) is exempt fr.... Read More

UPDATE: All Clear After Two-Vehicle Collision on Broad Street Downed Utility Pole

Feb 17, 2025 at 05:42 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, TN - UPDATE: Around 11 a.m. on Monday, the southbound lanes of Broad Street—heading toward the Murfreesboro Square—were closed due to a two-vehicle c.... Read More

Addressing Cyber Threats: Middle Tennessee Electric President Testifies Before Congress

Feb 06, 2025 at 09:14 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TENN. — Chris Jones, the president and CEO of Middle Tennessee Electric (MTE), traveled to the nation’s capital this week to testify before a Co.... Read More