Rep. Mike Sparks Legislation Tracks Psychiatric Bed Tracking

Apr 17, 2024 at 02:15 pm by WGNS

(With Audio) Nashville, TN - The Temessee House unanimously approved legislation to help ease the burden on hospitals in Tennessee. House Bill 827, sponsored by State Rep.... Read More

United Way Announces Tab and Layne Talbott as Chairs for Red, White, and Bayou

Apr 16, 2024 at 10:22 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN — The United Way of Rutherford and Cannon Counties is gearing up for its annual signature fundraising event, Red, White, and Bayou. This year’s ev.... Read More

Murfreesboro Cultural Arts 2024 Laureate

Apr 16, 2024 at 10:17 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. -- The Murfreesboro Parks and Rec Department has announced the Cultural Arts Laureate Program's 2024 Laureate, which marks the return of Kara Kemp for her.... Read More

UPDATED: Trailer Theft Mystery: One Suspect Named, One Not

Apr 16, 2024 at 09:53 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - In the ongoing saga of the stolen trailer in Murfreesboro, authorities have made progress in cracking the case but are still on the lookout for a missing.... Read More

Volunteers Play Major Role in Habitat for Humanity Build in Murfreesboro in Legacy Pointe

Apr 16, 2024 at 06:52 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - On Tuesday, April 23, from 9 am to 3 pm, the Rutherford County Area Habitat for Humanity will host a significant volunteer effort at its Legacy Pointe.... Read More

Lane Agri-Park's Bustling Season Begins with the Return of the Farmers' Next Month

Apr 15, 2024 at 09:25 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - The local Rutherford County Farmers' Market is gearing up to reopen for the 49th year. Commencing on Friday, May 10, the Lane Agri-Park will come to life.... Read More

Local Entrepreneurs Unite to Form a Company Supporting Other Businesses

Apr 15, 2024 at 05:30 pm by WGNS News

Middle, TN– Today marks the exciting debut of Foundations First (F1), a dynamic duo determined to revolutionize the business facilitation landscape. With a shared pass.... Read More

Gas and Diesel Prices in Rutherford County This Week (April 15, 2024)

Apr 15, 2024 at 07:03 am by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - The average price for a gallon of regular unleaded gas has risen by .8-cents over the past week in Tennessee, with Monday's price hitting $3.28.... Read More

Listen: Family Businesses and a 35th Anniversary in Your 5-Minute Good Health Update from Sunshine Nutrition Center

Apr 15, 2024 at 07:00 am by WGNS News

  WGNS takes a look at getting healthy and making positive choices to feel better with Kim Hillsman Dunaway from Sunshine Nutrition Center. Today, we focus on the operat.... Read More

Rutherford County Health Department Receives Regional Award

Apr 13, 2024 at 10:40 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – The Tennessee Department of Health’s Mid-Cumberland Regional Office has chosen the Rutherford County Health Department as the Outstanding Hea.... 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

Learning How to Fall and Getting Healthier in Age - with Melanie Cavender at Adams Place

Apr 12, 2024 at 09:15 am by WGNS News

In today's podcast, WGNS' Scott Walker engages in a conversation with Melanie Cavender at Adams Place in Murfreesboro, shedding light on the transformations that accompany agi.... Read More

Roadway Improvements Authorized for Burnt Knob / Manson Pike / Blackman Rd. Intersection

Apr 11, 2024 at 07:51 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - The Murfreesboro City Council, on Thursday, April 11, 2024, voted to approve a professional services contract worth $413,500 with Kimley Horn, Inc. The co.... 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

Police Seek Person of Interest in Clothing Recycle Bin Thefts Across Murfreesboro

Apr 10, 2024 at 11:40 am by Chandelar Williams

Murfreesboro, TN - Authorities in Murfreesboro are on the hunt for a person of interest linked to the theft of several clothing recycle bins across five different locations in.... Read More

Good Friday Tornado 15-Year Anniversary

Apr 10, 2024 at 10:50 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, TN - It has been 15-years since the Good Friday tornado outbreak slammed Murfreesboro April 10th, 2009. It damaged more than 800 buildings, completely destr.... Read More

Charity Celebrity Chess Tournament this Saturday in Murfreesboro

Apr 08, 2024 at 10:55 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN - Rutherford County Property Assessor Rob Mitchell has launched a chess program in Rutherford County that will benefit local at-risk children. This celebrity.... Read More

Rutherford County Holds on to Lower Gas Prices than Most Counties

Apr 08, 2024 at 09:46 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN – As we close out the first day of a new week, gas prices once again inched upwards compared to prices this past week, with the cost of fuel in.... Read More

UPDATE: Suspect Remains in Custody Following Fatal February Collision in Murfreesboro

Apr 08, 2024 at 08:28 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - A Columbia, Tennessee man who collided head-on with another driver while traveling down Highway 231 North near the York VA Medical Center in Murfreesbo.... Read More