Rutherford County Leaders Recognized at ATHENA Awards Ceremony

May 29, 2024 at 08:38 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Deborah Thompson, a Leadership Coach and owner of Connect Leadership Coaching, along with Dr. Christina Cobb, an Associate Professor at Middle Tennesse.... Read More

MTSU Trustees to Vote on Proposed Tuition and Fee Hike

May 22, 2024 at 07:34 pm by WGNS News

  MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — The Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) Board of Trustees will consider a proposal to increase undergraduate in-state tuition and mand.... Read More
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MTSU Hosts Army Reserve Commanding General for Opry Event, Campus Visit

May 22, 2024 at 05:22 pm by WGNS News

This year’s edition of Grand Ole Opry’s annual Salute the Troops celebration, again sponsored by the Charlie and Hazel Daniels Veterans and Military Family Center,.... Read More

The Straightforward News Delivery of the 1970s, Commentary by MTSU Professor Larry Burriss

May 20, 2024 at 08:14 pm by WGNS News

  Commentary: The straightforward news delivery of the early 1970s, highlighted the simplicity and factual nature of stories. Wire services even had a straightforward ap.... Read More
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MTSU "Agents of Change"

May 05, 2024 at 02:21 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - Middle Tennessee State University spring graduate Izzy Gutierrez of Nashville is already putting the skills she learned in class and as a stu.... Read More

Commentary: The Hindenburg and Pioneering Live Radio News, by MTSU Professor Larry Burriss

May 02, 2024 at 05:42 pm by WGNS News

COMMENTARY: It was a historic broadcast that took place in May of 1937 when the Hindenburg disaster occurred. In fact, the airing of the events that unfolded marked one o.... Read More

MTSU Geosciences Professors use $260K Grant to Stoke Undergrads’ Climate Literacy, Interest

May 01, 2024 at 03:23 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee State University geosciences faculty recently landed a National Science Foundation grant to make the crit.... Read More

8 Years Strong: Rutherford County's Continued Rise as Tennessee's Growth Champion

May 01, 2024 at 10:56 am by Chandelar Williams

Rutherford County, TN - In Murfreesboro, TN, Rutherford County continues to surge ahead, maintaining its status as the fastest-growing county in Tennessee for the eighth conse.... Read More

The MTeach Program at MTSU and the Value of a Great Educator - Upcoming Summer Camp

Apr 30, 2024 at 07:45 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN - As the educational landscape continues to evolve, one thing remains constant: the hunger for learning among today's school students. Heather Green, master.... Read More

From Humble Beginnings to Grammy Gold - MTSU's Music Program Marks Half a Century of Success

Apr 30, 2024 at 09:47 am by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - We've all heard interviews with musicians who talk about a hit song they wrote that had personal meaning. Many songwriters talk about the words.... Read More

MTSU Officials Collect 76.5 Pounds, 60 Vapes During Prescription Drug Take-Back Day

Apr 29, 2024 at 09:04 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee State University officials collected nearly 76.5 pounds of medications during the spring Prescription Drug Take-Bac.... Read More
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MTSU to Upgrade Historic Kirksey Old Main, Rutledge Hall with $54-Million Renovation

Apr 24, 2024 at 07:41 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Two of Middle Tennessee State University’s original five buildings are getting a significant upgrade through a $54.3 million r.... Read More

MTSU Students ‘Cruise’ Into Fun for Course Work in Aging Health and Development Class

Apr 18, 2024 at 10:44 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee State University Human Development and Family Science students recently went full speed ahead with a landlocked &ld.... Read More

OPINION: Debating the Impact of Technological Advancements on Film Quality and Authenticity with MTSU Professor Larry Burriss

Apr 17, 2024 at 09:40 am by WGNS News

Media Commentary: The evolution of film technology, from film to DVD to Blu-ray to 4K, has continually enhanced visual quality. However, advancements like artificial intelli.... Read More

Stories, News and More: MTSU’s School of Journalism and Strategic Media Celebrates 50 Years of History

Apr 12, 2024 at 05:48 pm by WGNS News

  MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee State University's School of Journalism and Strategic Media is celebrating its 50th year of teaching students reporti.... Read More

MTSU Chef Whips Up Award-winning Dish for Regional Culinary Competition

Apr 11, 2024 at 06:14 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee State University chef Mike Wojciechowski has combined his passion for cooking with his penchant for competitio.... Read More

‘Saddle Up’ for Fun, Good Cause at April 20th ACE Learning Center Fundraiser

Apr 10, 2024 at 04:26 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Mark your calendars for the 17th annual “Saddle Up” FUN-draiser event on Saturday, April 20, to support Middle T.... Read More

Clocking Out and the Importance of Redefining Work Boundaries in the Home

Apr 09, 2024 at 12:34 am by WGNS News

  Commentary: In today's media commentary, the implications of sending and responding to after-hours emails and other communication are highlighted as things that have n.... Read More

Be Safe As You View Eclipse This Monday!

Apr 06, 2024 at 08:11 am by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN – The total eclipse of the sun will take place here during the mid-day hour on Monday, April 8, 2024. Although middle Tennessee is not directly alo.... Read More

Media Commentary by MTSU Professor Larry Burriss: A Landmark Concert and Civil Rights Moment

Apr 04, 2024 at 09:35 am by WGNS News

  Commentary: Two significant events in the history of African American performers and media controversy take place next week. Firstly, they discuss Marian Anderson's ic.... Read More