Murfreesboro

Challenges of Rapid Growth in Rutherford County Schools

Sep 03, 2024 at 12:35 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - The Rutherford County School system continues to grow, breaking student enrollment records year-after-year... That was Chief Communications Director.... Read More

Murfreesboro Lawyer Hosts Free Fantasy Football Contest, Over $1,000 in Cash & Prizes

Sep 03, 2024 at 10:58 am by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN - The Law Office of W. Scott Kimberly announced its Ninth Annual Friends & Family Fantasy Football Invitational this week, which will award over $1,000.00.... Read More

Helping Others, Life and Business with Peter Demos

Sep 03, 2024 at 09:34 am by WGNS News

Today, WGNS' Bart Walker talks to Peter Demos. About Peter Demos - Peter Demos is a local restaurateur, Christian writer and business owner-developer, l.... Read More

“Roots Rendezvous presented by Uncle Dave Macon Days" at Hop Springs this Friday-Saturday

Sep 02, 2024 at 01:42 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, TN - Roots Rendezvous, presented by Uncle Dave Macon Days, will take place at Hop Springs in Murfreesboro, Tennessee on September 6 and 7, 2024. Longtime organiz.... Read More

MCS's "Parent University" Helps Equip Parents

Sep 02, 2024 at 10:47 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - We've all heard variations of this thought, parents are leaving the hospital with their newborn. There's a puzzled look on their face with a caption: "Where.... Read More

100 Miles of Hope Blood Drive

Sep 02, 2024 at 10:27 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, TN - Middle Tennessee State University and Western Kentucky University will face off in a Fall Blood Battle as they take their rivalry off the field fo.... Read More

Rutherford County Fire Marshal Places Ban on All Open Burning Due to Lack of Rainfall

Aug 30, 2024 at 11:08 am by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - Rutherford County Fire Marshal’s Office has issued a mandatory open burning ban for all of Rutherford County due to lack of rainfall until f.... Read More

Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Expands NICU with New Bassinets

Aug 30, 2024 at 10:59 am by WGNS News

  MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford is pleased to announce a significant expansion of its Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, thanks in p.... Read More

UPDATE: Multi-Vehicle Accident on NW Broad Street at West Main Street in Murfreesboro

Aug 30, 2024 at 10:15 am by WGNS News

WGNS has more details on the multi-vehicle accident that took place on Thursday at around noon. The wreck unfolded near the intersection of NW Broad Street and West Main Str.... Read More

MTSU and WKU are Competing in a ‘Fall Blood Battle’ to Increase Blood Donations

Aug 29, 2024 at 11:25 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Middle Tennessee State University and Western Kentucky University will face off in a Fall Blood Battle as they take their rivalry off the field.... Read More

UPDATE: Preliminary Hearing for Local High School Coach Scheduled for Wednesday

Aug 29, 2024 at 09:56 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN – The Riverdale High School girls’ soccer coach, who was placed on unpaid suspension due to a criminal case involving sexual offenses again.... Read More

Smoke Detectors Save Rutherford County Residents During Fire

Aug 28, 2024 at 10:57 am by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN – Residential smoke alarms provided a crucial early warning to Rutherford County residents during a home fire late Sunday, August 25. The s.... Read More

REMINDER - Cool-Aid Program Keeps it Cool in the Summer Heat

Aug 28, 2024 at 10:54 am by WGNS News

REMINDER - RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN – Residents are urged to stay well-hydrated and avoid outdoor activities unless absolutely necessary throughout the week, as high heat i.... Read More

Hummingbird Festival in Murfreesboro on Saturday

Aug 28, 2024 at 10:19 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - The annual hummingbird festival will return to Murfreesboro later this month… That was Lynn Caldwell with the Murfreesboro Parks and Rec. Departmen.... Read More

Old Fort Golf Course to Reopen This Friday After Major Renovations

Aug 28, 2024 at 09:44 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. -- Murfreesboro’s Old Fort Golf Course will reopen this Friday, August 30th at 8:30 am with brief remarks and a ceremonial tee off to celebrate the.... Read More

Historic Sycamore Tree Witnesses 165 Years of Murfreesboro History

Aug 27, 2024 at 12:56 pm by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN -The tree stands just over 90 feet tall and has a nearly equal span, reaching about 84 and a half feet. It was originally born on a plantation lo.... Read More

UPDATE: Choice Lanes Project Between Murfreesboro and Nashville

Aug 27, 2024 at 10:00 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - The Tennessee Department of Transportation continues to work on a proposal for Choice Lanes... That was TDOT Community Relations Officer Rebecca Hamm.... Read More

Tackling Anxiety: Sissy Goff to Guide Parents at Murfreesboro Event

Aug 27, 2024 at 07:27 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Anxiety disorders are among the most common mental health issues in the United States, often existing alongside depression. Recent data from a comprehensi.... Read More

New ION Robotic Bronchoscopy Platform to Enhance Lung Cancer Care at Local Hospital

Aug 26, 2024 at 03:16 pm by WGNS News

Ascension Saint Thomas is proud to announce the expansion of the ION Robotic Bronchoscopy Platforms this month in three Middle Tennessee hospitals. The state-of-the-art, robo.... Read More

The Real Meaning Behind Books, Poems and Censorship – by Dr. Burriss

Aug 26, 2024 at 02:35 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - The American Dream and poems, life in the city and hidden messages – how do they all come together and possibly change opinions or ideas? With more,.... Read More