Audio Commentary: The Value and Vulnerability of Genetic Information, by MTSU Professor Larry Burriss

Feb 19, 2024 at 03:44 pm by WGNS News

Media Commentary: In the digital age, the protection of personal and private information (PPI) has become a paramount concern, governed by a myriad of federal and state laws..... Read More

COMMENTARY: MTSU Professor of Journalism Takes a Stab at Today's Digital Format Vs. Vinyl Records

Feb 01, 2024 at 11:25 am by WGNS News

COMMENTARY - In today's media commentary by MTSU Professor of Journalism Larry Burriss, he expresses joy and vindication over the resurgence of long-playing vinyl records, w.... Read More

COMMENTARY: Plagiarism in the Midst of Other Social Discourse, by MTSU Professor Larry Burriss

Dec 28, 2023 at 12:02 pm by WGNS News

OPINION: In today's Media Commentary by Dr. Larry Burriss, an MTSU Professor of Journalism, he reflects on recent global events to include inflation, border issues, and politi.... Read More

OPINION: Bill of Rights and History, by MTSU Professor Larry Burriss

Dec 18, 2023 at 11:41 pm by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN (OPINION) - In today's media commentary, Journalism professor Larry Burriss reflects on the importance of the Constitution and its first ten amen.... Read More

Opinion: Technological Times and Being Locked Out of Social Media for Bad Things - by MTSU Professor Larry Burriss

Dec 05, 2023 at 08:56 pm by WGNS News

OPINION: In today's media commentary by MTSU Journalism Professor Larry Burriss, he addresses concerning incidents in technology that lead to Google accounts being permanent.... Read More

OPINION: "Rep. Mike Sparks Shares Passion Behind Firearm Safety Act and Efforts to Curb Rash of Stolen Firearms”

Nov 28, 2023 at 11:01 am by WGNS News

SMYRNA, TN - Opinion: A pivotal moment for firearm safety in Tennessee began Nov. 1 with the enactment of the Safe Storage of Firearms Act. The new legislation, formerly known.... Read More

COMMENTARY: The Retail Merge of Thanksgiving and Christmas, by Professor Larry Burriss

Nov 13, 2023 at 02:54 pm by WGNS News

Years ago, there was a line drawn between the dates leading up to Thanksgiving and Christmas. But today, there's no line between the dates and a visit to any retailer would.... Read More

Commentary by Commissioner Harris: Wokeism

Oct 24, 2023 at 09:48 pm by WGNS News

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Commentary by Commissioner Harris: Far Left and/or Far Right - The Wide Divide

Oct 12, 2023 at 11:19 pm by WGNS News

Listen to the 5-Minute Commissioner Corner Above. Listen to more below by clicking the graphic. 

Errors, Blunders and More in News - Commentary by MTSU Professor Larry Burriss

Oct 10, 2023 at 06:49 am by WGNS News

Mistakes and errors in the news, along with over reactions. Blunders and accidental sayings that may not belong. MTSU Professor of Journalism Larry Burriss dives into news o.... Read More

The Commissioner Corner: A Commentary on Hollywood by Commissioner Craig Harris

Sep 25, 2023 at 09:30 am by WGNS News

In today's Commissioner Corner, Rutherford County Commissioner Craig Harris talks about the ugly side of Hollywood. Listen to his entire segment above. 

Commentary by Commissioner Harris: Being a Masculine Man in Today's World

Sep 19, 2023 at 06:00 am by WGNS News

Commentary: Today, Commissioner Craig Harris takes a look at being a masculine man in today's world...

Opinion: More Conversations Needed in Public Education

Aug 17, 2023 at 04:56 pm by WGNS News

OPINION: Professional Educators of Tennessee helps policymakers emphasize the importance of quality education and the challenges faced by public schools and educators. We play.... Read More

COMMENTARY: Radio is an Amazing Media at the Front and Center, by MTSU Professor Larry Burriss

Jul 31, 2023 at 07:08 am by WGNS News

Radio is at the front and center of media. It is also known as the place to find local news, national news and global news. Furthermore, radio often offers better soundbites f.... Read More

Commissioner Corner Commentary Focuses on Tax abatements, Tax Breaks and Business Incentives

Jul 31, 2023 at 06:25 am by WGNS News

Today, Rutherford County Commissioner Craig Harris takes a look at tax abatements, tax breaks and business incentives offered in Rutherford County. With more, here’s Com.... Read More

Commentary: Censorship, Shouting FIRE and Free Speech by MTSU Professor Larry Burriss

Jul 24, 2023 at 03:15 pm by WGNS News

    Commentary: Shouting FIRE in a crowded movie theater when there is no fire, is a bad move. With more on this top and how it coincides with free speech and cens.... Read More

Commentary: MTSU Professor Examines What Gives a Cult Film a Cult Following

Jul 11, 2023 at 06:03 am by WGNS News

What’s the deal with the public and cult films? What are these cult films anyway? With more on todays media commentary, here is MTSU Professor of Journalism, Dr. Larry B.... Read More

COMMENTARY: Do You Get Your Medical Advice Online? By MTSU Professor Larry Burriss

Jun 26, 2023 at 11:38 am by WGNS News

Today, Dr. Larry Burriss looks into finding medical answers and avoiding the pitfalls of online diagnosing. Listen to his commentary above. Commentary Verbatim: “Last.... Read More

Commentary: The Commissioner Corner: Talking About a Budget

Jun 25, 2023 at 09:03 pm by WGNS News

Commentary: Rutherford County Commissioner Craig Harris discusses the budget and how that budget works in the state, the county and the city. Listen to the above Commissione.... Read More

COMMENTARY: Changes in TV that led to Changes in Television Broadcast History

Jun 12, 2023 at 11:17 pm by WGNS News

Between 1939 and 1948, there were changes that took place on TV that changed television broadcast history. With an interesting commentary on those changes that had an impact o.... Read More