Murfreesboro

From Fire Extinguishers to Fake Texts: A Hotel Heist in Murfreesboro

Dec 10, 2024 at 11:24 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN – In a plot worthy of an award-winning sitcom, an overzealous hotel employee unknowingly embarked on a chaotic mission to outsmart nonexistent FedEx woe.... Read More

City Residents Should ‘Be on the Lookout’ for Special Census Mailers Throughout December

Dec 10, 2024 at 10:55 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — As the City of Murfreesboro conducts a critical Special Census campaign, “Count Me In,” to verify and certify an accurat.... Read More

Fire Quickly Contained at The Dempsey Apartments in Murfreesboro

Dec 10, 2024 at 10:06 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Firefighters with the Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department (MFRD) responded to a blaze at The Dempsey Apartments late Monday night, successfully con.... Read More

Honoring a Hero: Alvin C. York Memorial Celebration in Murfreesboro

Dec 10, 2024 at 09:58 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Veterans and the public are invited to honor the life and legacy of Alvin C. York on Friday, Dec. 13, 2024, from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. CT.... Read More

Aiming for Zero Roadway Fatalities - Fatal Accidents vs Population Growth in Rutherford County

Dec 09, 2024 at 10:48 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - Fatal accidents in Rutherford County have increased over the years, outpacing the region's population growth. In 2010, the county had a population of a.... Read More

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Murfreesboro Christmas Parade Packed With Floats, Bands, Spectators and Candy!

Dec 08, 2024 at 05:13 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - The Murfreesboro Christmas Parade again was packed with spectators, bands, floats, and an awesome amount of candy! All of this despite cloudy skies, on and.... Read More

Murfreesboro Among Top Cities for Cash-Out Mortgage Refinances

Dec 06, 2024 at 09:42 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN – Murfreesboro continues to make waves in the real estate market, securing the 6th spot among the nation’s fast-growing cities with a high volume.... Read More

Addressing the Rising Mental Health Crisis Among Students: A Community Roundtable

Dec 06, 2024 at 04:06 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, TN - The alarming rise in mental health issues and suicides among high school and college students demands urgent attention and action. Recent statistics reveal.... Read More

CONTINUED: Mayor Carr and Commissioner Harris on Use of County Funds

Dec 05, 2024 at 11:25 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. - Rutherford County Mayor Joe Carr has proposed another cost-of-living pay increase for county employees in the next fiscal year, aiming to make count.... Read More

UPDATE: SUV Catches Fire on I-24 in Murfreesboro, No Serious Injuries Reported

Dec 04, 2024 at 06:57 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - A small gray SUV caught fire in Murfreesboro on Interstate 24 Tuesday morning, leaving the vehicle a total loss. The incident occurred around 10:00 AM in th.... Read More

MTSU Trustees OK 3 New Master’s Programs - Pending State Approval

Dec 04, 2024 at 05:00 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee State University’s Board of Trustees unanimously approved Wednesday, Dec. 4, the addition of three master’.... Read More

Kia Optima: The Swiss Army Knife of Murfreesboro Heists Used in $40k Cellphone Theft

Dec 03, 2024 at 02:45 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Nothing screams "mastermind criminals" like using a stolen white Kia Optima to make a dramatic entrance—literally—into SD Cell Plus on.... Read More

MTSU French Professor Earns National Online Teaching Award and $121,000 NEH Grant

Dec 03, 2024 at 02:02 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — MTSU professor Joan McRae received two significant honors this semester: a $121,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH).... Read More

Greenhouse Ministries Enters 26th Year of Transforming Lives in Rutherford County

Dec 02, 2024 at 11:17 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - At the end of this month, another year will be behind us and Greenhouse Ministries will begin their journey into their 26th anniversary of he.... Read More

GivingTuesday Spotlight: Barnabas Vision’s Deposit Program Helps Families Find Safe Housing

Dec 02, 2024 at 10:23 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Barnabas Vision, a Murfreesboro-based nonprofit, believes that everyone deserves access to safe, stable housing. Yet for many families, security and.... Read More

UPDATE: Community Effort Pays Off: Missing 14-Year-Old Safely Found

Dec 02, 2024 at 08:52 pm by WGNS

UPDATE: Murfreesboro, TN - The Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) has officially canceled a BOLO (Be On the Lookout) for 14-year-old Arianah Denwiddie, who was reported.... Read More

Local Generosity Shines as Toot’s Hosts Annual Holiday Fundraiser

Dec 02, 2024 at 05:13 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - For nearly 40 years, Toot’s Good Food and Fun has been more than just a spot for wings and burgers—it’s been a cornerstone of commun.... Read More

Discover the Stories Behind the Stories with Author Carol Ghattas

Nov 27, 2024 at 10:25 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Linebaugh Public Library is pleased to host local author Carol Ghattas for a book signing on Thursday, December 12, from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. The author wil.... Read More

You Never Know What Tomorrow Brings

Nov 26, 2024 at 09:17 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - You never know what tomorrow brings. A compassionate member of our community had been helping people, and as his work wrapped up on Friday, he and his.... Read More