Patty Oeser takes reins as next RCS Safe Schools Director

Jan 10, 2022 at 05:00 pm by WGNS

After 23 years in law enforcement, safety remains Patty Oeser’s top priority. Oeser is the new Safe Schools Director, taking the reins after the forthcoming departu.... Read More

TN Department of Health Recognizes Cervical Cancer Awareness Month

Jan 10, 2022 at 02:00 pm by WGNS

This new year, the Tennessee Department of Health (TDH) continues to urge Tennesseans to prioritize their health. One way to live a healthier version of yourself is to take st.... Read More

UPDATE: Murfreesboro Credit Card Theft Reported - Video Released by MPD

Jan 10, 2022 at 09:15 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Murfreesboro Detectives are attempting to identify a man wanted for questioning in a theft case. Reports from the MPD indicate the victim was.... Read More

Monday: Nancy Bugg

Jan 10, 2022 at 08:30 am by Producer

WGNS Slick Pig BBQ Birthday Winner: Nancy Bugg The birthday club winner receives Slick Pig's delicious banana pudding. Just stop by Slick Pig in Murfreesboro at 1920 East Mai.... Read More

The Cultivation Network: Spotlighting Local Businesses

Jan 10, 2022 at 07:27 am by WGNS

The Cultivation Network in downtown Murfreesboro spotlights local businesses weekly on WGNS. This week, they take a look at Big Z Tire and Wheel. You can contact the Cultivati.... Read More

Interview: Sunshine Nutrition Center, giving a few tips on healthier eating

Jan 10, 2022 at 07:00 am by WGNS

Local health food store Sunshine Nutrition has a huge inventory of herbs, vitamins, grocery items, natural products and more. Their focus is on your health and helping resid.... Read More

3.5-Cent Average (Per Gallon) Gas Price Increase in Tennessee

Jan 10, 2022 at 06:28 am by WGNS

Average gasoline prices in Tennessee have risen 3.5 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.00/g today, according to GasBuddy's survey of 3,821 stations in Tennessee..... Read More

FRIDAY: Danica Wing

Jan 07, 2022 at 08:30 am by Producer

WGNS Slick Pig BBQ Birthday Winner: 13-Danica Wing The birthday club winner receives Slick Pig's delicious banana pudding. Just stop by Slick Pig in Murfreesboro at 1920 East.... Read More
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Snow, slick roads wreaking havoc in Murfreesboro, driver urged to stay home

Jan 06, 2022 at 02:31 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Heavy snowfall has covered the City of Murfreesboro, wreaking havoc on traffic, leaving drivers stranded, and police responding to multip.... Read More

Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office Reports Amber Alert Victim Rescued

Jan 06, 2022 at 10:46 am by WGNS

  Amber Alert victim Riley Bockes, 3, of Sanford, N.C., eats pizza with deputies after she was rescued unharmed Wednesday in Murfreesboro.She was with her father, Brent,.... Read More

Thursday: Hope Rogers

Jan 06, 2022 at 08:30 am by Producer

WGNS Slick Pig BBQ Birthday Winner: Hope RogersThe birthday club winner receives Slick Pig's delicious banana pudding. Just stop by Slick Pig in Murfreesboro at 1920 East Main.... Read More

6-Months into new handgun carry laws in Tennessee and many still have questions

Jan 05, 2022 at 03:18 pm by WGNS

  Since the passage of the permit-less carry law passed and went into effect last year in July, there are still questions and confusion over the matter.With the law chan.... Read More

Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office Sgt. Promoted to Captain

Jan 05, 2022 at 11:41 am by WGNS

  Veteran detention Sgt. Curtis Little was promoted to captain by Sheriff Mike Fitzhugh and Deputy Chief Kevin Henderson Tuesday at the Rutherford County Adult Detention.... Read More

The Flu is Making a Comeback in Tennessee along with COVID-19 Hospitalizations

Jan 05, 2022 at 09:46 am by WGNS

The flu (or Influenza-Like Illness -ILI) is making a big comeback and local residents in Murfreesboro, Smyrna and surrounding cities are feeling the impact. Wit.... Read More

The exciting life of Senior Citizens in Today's Times - Show aired "LIVE" at Adams Place in Murfreesboro

Jan 05, 2022 at 09:42 am by Producer

Hear the WGNS Podcast of this show (1/5/2022) above): WGNS Host Bart Walker (filling in for Truman Jones) is joined by Adams Place Director Terri Deal to talk about seniors to.... Read More

WGNS talks to the Murfreesboro Police Department about Crime and Changes in Murfreesboro as the City Grows

Jan 05, 2022 at 09:24 am by Producer

This morning, WGNS host Scott Walker talked to Murfreesboro Police Chief Michael Bowen, Captain Don Fanning and Public Information Officer Larry Flowers. Some of the topics co.... Read More

Wednesday: 11-Spencer Wright

Jan 05, 2022 at 08:30 am by Producer

WGNS Slick Pig BBQ Birthday Winner:  11-Spencer Wright  The birthday club winner receives Slick Pig's delicious banana pudding. Just stop by Slick Pig in Murfreesbo.... Read More

Commentary: Media Control, the Nobel Peace Prize and More, by MTSU Professor Larry Burriss

Jan 05, 2022 at 07:36 am by WGNS

Commentary by MTSU Professor of Journalism Larry Burriss: The Nobel Peace Prize, journalist working under turmoil that included the murder of other reporters – and then.... Read More

Rutherford County Schools hires Ashley Dumat as first assistant general counsel

Jan 04, 2022 at 05:58 pm by WGNS

Ashley Dumat has spent a significant part of her legal experience helping children, which is why she was eager to join Rutherford County Schools.As the new assistant general c.... Read More

McFarlin to Run for Rutherford County General Sessions Judge Part I

Jan 04, 2022 at 03:04 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO – Rutherford County native Ben Hall (Trey) McFarlin, III announced Tuesday (Jan. 4, 2022), he will run for General Sessions Judge Part I, the judgeship to.... Read More