Murfreesboro

MTSU’s K9 celebrates his first ‘anni-fur-sary’ on the force

Sep 24, 2020 at 10:41 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — For MTSU Police’s K9 handler and patrol specialist Zachery Brooker, the “loyalty” he receives from his K9 Bobby “can&r.... Read More

Gov. Bill Lee appoints Eagleville senior to State Board of Education

Sep 24, 2020 at 10:07 am by WGNS

By KEITH RYAN CARTWRIGHT As teenagers, Garren Hamby’s parents were involved in FFA.When their son showed an interest and their previous school district did not offe.... Read More

Ride to the Polls, Registering to Vote and Election Day in Rutherford County

Sep 24, 2020 at 09:18 am by WGNS

Early voting is coming up, but there is a deadline to register if you want to vote.(Soundbyte's below each sentence on WGNSradio.com)Rev. Dwight Ogleton is leading a gras.... Read More

Amerigroup Tennessee Ends Hunger Month with $10,000 in Donations in Murfreesboro

Sep 24, 2020 at 05:45 am by WGNS

Amerigroup and its Foundation announced they are giving $125,000 to nonprofit organizations in Tennessee to support ongoing efforts related to COVID-19, as part Amerigroup&rsq.... Read More

UPDATE: Possible gun found on Wednesday Could be Tied to April 2020 Veterans Parkway Shooting

Sep 23, 2020 at 02:00 pm by WGNS

A gun found near a local roadway on Wednesday morning (9/23/20) maybe tied to the shooting that took place on Veterans Parkway this past April, according to an undisclosed sou.... Read More

Agriculture: Rutherford County’s Rachel Painter Garners National Honor

Sep 23, 2020 at 09:34 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – A University of Tennessee Extension professional has been recognized nationally for her work with local Master Gardeners. Rachel Pain.... Read More

Talks of History in Rutherford County

Sep 23, 2020 at 09:04 am by Producer

Our Guest in Studio at WGNS talk about history in Rutherford County including the Spanish Flu of 1918, similar to COVID-19 today. Joining us are Pettus Reed and Frank Caperton.... Read More

This Week is Child Passenger Safety Week

Sep 23, 2020 at 09:00 am by WGNS

Motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death for children ages 1 to 13 in America. The Tennessee Highway Safety Office (THSO) strives to reduce serious injuries and fata.... Read More

Driver License Testing Center in Murfreesboro Shut Down

Sep 23, 2020 at 07:52 am by WGNS

The Department of Safety reports the Murfreesboro Driver Service Office on Samsonite Boulevard has been closed down. The office was shut down on Tuesday afternoon due to a sho.... Read More

Local Non-Profit that Helps Adults with Disabilities Holding Annual Luncheon

Sep 23, 2020 at 07:39 am by WGNS

Journeys in Community Living, a non-profit organization based in Murfreesboro, will be holding their annual luncheon on September 29th. Journeys focuses on adults with disabil.... Read More

UPDATE: MISSING / ENDANGERED PERSON Safely Located

Sep 23, 2020 at 07:30 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro Police report that 23-year-old John Nease II, who was reported as missing and / or endangered on September 8, 2020... has been located and is safe.Authorities did.... Read More

MTSU's College of Graduate Studies boosts viral outreach with virtual events

Sep 22, 2020 at 12:57 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — In the midst of COVID-19, MTSU’s College of Graduate Studies had an almost 28% growth in enrollment this fall and wants to con.... Read More

NOW HIRING: Virtual Job Fair on Thursday for 30 Positions in Rutherford County

Sep 22, 2020 at 12:54 pm by WGNS

The Goodwill Career Solutions center in Murfreesboro (2955 S. Church St.) will host a virtual job fair from 2-4 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 24, for two employers seeking to fill m.... Read More

Contest for Rutherford County High School Students: Imagine a Day Without Water

Sep 22, 2020 at 10:31 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — The Murfreesboro Water Resources Department Community Affairs team (MWRDCA) is getting students excited about the value of water with this yea.... Read More

U.S. Census Workers Continue to Visit Addresses in Rutherford County this month

Sep 21, 2020 at 01:47 pm by WGNS

The U.S. Census count started in April and continues. If the count shows an increase in population, it will equal more funding for Rutherford County.June Iljana with the Censu.... Read More

Conference in Murfreesboro to help those who have lost a loved one

Sep 21, 2020 at 01:24 pm by WGNS

REMINDER: A free grief conference will take place in Murfreesboro on September 25th and 26th at Calvary Baptist Church. The event is open to anyone who has lost a loved one&he.... Read More

MTSU Helping with Indycar Race in Downtown Nashville

Sep 21, 2020 at 11:04 am by WGNS

MTSU is partnering with Nashville to ensure the safety of fans and drivers at an upcoming Indy car race.The Music City Grand Prix announced that the newest NTT INDYCAR SERIES.... Read More

Local Arts in Rutherford County - Production

Sep 21, 2020 at 10:03 am by WGNS

Count Drahoon’s Feature of Fright, a podcast based out of Murfreesboro, TN; will now be a part of Troma Now!, the official streaming service of Troma Entertainment; one.... Read More

Tennessee Weekly Gas Price Update

Sep 21, 2020 at 09:40 am by WGNS

Tennessee gas prices have risen 1.5 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $1.91/g today, according to GasBuddy's daily survey of 3,821 stations. Gas prices in Tennessee.... Read More

2020 MTSU Homecoming Week features virtual shoebox parade, some in-person activities

Sep 21, 2020 at 07:46 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — There will be a mix of in-person and virtual activities for Middle Tennessee State University students, alumni and friends of the university as the.... Read More