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Salvation Army Murfreesboro: Community Impact, Youth Music Programs, and the Annual Car Show

May 19, 2026 at 11:13 am by Producer

Salvation Army Murfreesboro continues its 90-year legacy of local service by expanding its reach through vital community assistance and innovative youth development. This ep.... Read More

Hairspray at the Center for the Arts

May 11, 2026 at 11:28 am by Producer

The 1960s are officially taking over Murfreesboro as the Center for the Arts gears up for their high-energy production of Hairspray. Guest Heather Steele, fresh off a red-ey.... Read More

MTE Moving Power Lines Near Stones River Battlefield

May 06, 2026 at 03:49 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Middle Tennessee Electric is preparing to move power lines in a busy part of Murfreesboro to make the local grid more reliable. Starting May 11th,.... Read More

Steered Straight: Youth Drug Prevention and the Mission of Steered Straight 2 Thrift

May 05, 2026 at 11:39 am by Producer

Youth drug prevention starts with a single conversation, a lesson Michael DeLeon learned on a basketball court at age eleven. This episode explores the powerful mission of S.... Read More

Boys & Girls Clubs of Rutherford County: Steak & Burger Event & Youth Success

May 01, 2026 at 11:07 am by Producer

Boys & Girls Clubs of Rutherford County are gearing up for a massive summer, headlined by the highly anticipated Steak & Burger event and a mystery celebrity guest a.... Read More

Child Advocacy Center: 2026 Walk for Children Recap & HOPS Half Marathon Announcement

Apr 27, 2026 at 12:00 pm by Producer

The Rutherford County community recently gathered in record-breaking numbers to champion the safety and well-being of local youth at the annual Child Advocacy Center (CAC) W.... Read More

Ruth. Co. School Board Member Tammy Sharp: JazzFest, Budget Retreats, and New School Construction

Apr 24, 2026 at 11:10 am by Producer

Rutherford County is bracing for a massive population surge, with 30,000 new homes projected by 2030, putting the school system's infrastructure and budget under the microsc.... Read More

New Christiana Solar Facility Uses Patented Technology to Preserve Tennessee Farmland

Apr 23, 2026 at 08:35 pm by WGNS News

CHRISTIANA, Tenn. - Middle Tennessee Electric and Silicon Ranch will host a formal dedication ceremony on April 30 to celebrate the opening of the Christiana Solar Farm.... Read More

From 1,800 to 8,000 Square Feet: The Massive Move Changing Child Advocacy in Middle Tennessee

Apr 23, 2026 at 11:18 am by Producer

Child Advocacy Center expansion is transforming how Middle Tennessee protects its most vulnerable citizens. This episode dives into the major acquisition of Dr. Garner’s.... Read More

1,000 Redbud Saplings Up for Grabs at 2026 Earth Day Event 10AM-2PM Saturday on Murfreesboro Square

Apr 17, 2026 at 08:32 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - The countdown is nearly over, and downtown Murfreesboro is just hours away from transforming into a lively hub of music, learning, and community prid.... 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

Steered Straight: Youth Advocacy, Local Thrifting, and Community Mission

Apr 07, 2026 at 11:00 am by Producer

Every purchase at Steered Straight 2 Furniture and Thrift fuels a nationwide crusade to protect the youth from the dangers of vaping, drugs, and bullying. Jennifer Sanchez e.... Read More

Rutherford County Schools Budget, New High School Plans, and JazzFest 2026

Mar 27, 2026 at 11:12 am by Producer

Rutherford County faces a massive infrastructure hurdle as student enrollment projections hit a staggering 30,000 new homes by 2030, forcing local leaders to balance high-st.... Read More

Child Abuse Prevention Month: Speak Up Be Safe Program & CAC expansion

Mar 23, 2026 at 11:09 am by Producer

Rutherford County is turning up the volume on child safety as the Child Advocacy Center (CAC) launches its innovative "Speak Up Be Safe" curriculum. With April’s Child.... Read More

MTE CEO Chris Jones: Ice Storm Recovery, Infrastructure, and the Future of Nuclear Power

Mar 18, 2026 at 10:24 am by Producer

Middle Tennessee faces some of the most volatile weather in the country, and keeping the lights on for 359,000 customers requires a blend of high-tech strategy and old-schoo.... Read More

State Rep. Mike Sparks on Broadband Expansion and Predatory Lending

Mar 05, 2026 at 11:02 am by Producer

Tennessee’s rural landscape is undergoing a massive digital transformation, but at what cost to the most vulnerable citizens? State Representative Mike Sparks joins th.... Read More

Rutherford County PAWS: Volunteer Programs, Free Pet Vaccines, and Animal Welfare Tips

Feb 20, 2026 at 11:10 am by Producer

Rutherford County PAWS is transforming animal welfare in Middle Tennessee through massive program expansions and strategic community partnerships. Over the last year, the sh.... Read More

Middle Tennessee Electric Bills JUMP, After Recent Cold-Snap

Feb 18, 2026 at 02:36 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Following a period of punishing winter weather, residents in Rutherford County and across Middle Tennessee are beginning to see the financial fal.... Read More

Selling Used Items Online: BBB Safety Tips & 2026 Torch Awards

Feb 18, 2026 at 11:03 am by Producer

Selling used items online safely is the top priority for many this spring as decluttering season kicks into high gear. In this episode, host Bryan Barrett welcomes James Pri.... Read More

MTE Crews Work Around the Clock as Power Restored to Thousands After Winter Storm

Jan 27, 2026 at 10:29 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. — Linemen with Middle Tennessee Electric (MTE) have been working around the clock since Saturday to restore power following wide.... Read More