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County School Bus Contractors Feeling the Pinch of a Driver Shortage

Sep 10, 2024 at 01:51 pm by Danny Osborn

The explosive growth is leaving Rutherford County facing a shortage of school bus drivers. Since 1924, the county has contracted with private individuals to provide buses.... Read More

Strong/Severe Storms Followed by Slightly Cooler Temperatures

Aug 15, 2024 at 12:27 pm by Rutherford Weather

(MURFREESBORO) - We will have to deal with some strong to severe storms to end the week but another slight cooldown will follow. The Storm Prediction Center has placed Ruther.... Read More

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📺 Dr. Automotive in Smyrna Celebrates their 20th Anniversary

Aug 14, 2024 at 03:51 pm by WGNS Radio News

(SMYRNA) - A Smyrna business celebrated two decades helping the town with automotive repair needs. Dr. Automotive, operated by brothers Danny and Randy Brewer, have served Rut.... Read More

Pepsico Beverages North America Distribution Center in Smyrna Opens

Aug 07, 2024 at 09:16 am by WGNS

(SMYRNA) - PepsiCo Beverages North America (PBNA) celebrated the grand opening of a new warehouse and distribution center in Smyrna – now the company's largest in the So.... Read More

Smyrna Special Census Underway

Jul 31, 2024 at 02:59 pm by WGNS

SMYRNA - The Town of Smyrna is conducting a special census, suspecting their numbers are much higher than the federal count conducted in 2020. WGNS' Bryan Barrett has more:.... Read More

Sizzling Heat Comes Roaring Back Along with Possible Strong Storms

Jul 29, 2024 at 12:51 pm by Rutherford Weather

(RUTHERFORD COUNTY) - The heat is going to make a big comeback this week along with some strong storm changes. The National Weather Service has already issued a Heat Advisory.... Read More

Simply Smyrna Celebration is This Saturday

Jun 05, 2024 at 02:38 pm by WGNS

BY ZACH THOMAS SMYRNA – The Historic Depot District will host the 13th Annual Simply Smyrna Celebration on this Saturday (June 8th) from 5:00 pm to 9:30 pm on Front Str.... Read More

County School Board Members Speak Out on "Unfair Funding Mechanism" for Charter Schools

Jun 04, 2024 at 04:45 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO – Several Rutherford County School Board members are speaking out against the funding allocation formula for state approved charter schools. Board member F.... Read More

BBB Warns Residents to Check Up on Roofing Companies after Hail Storms

Jun 03, 2024 at 03:34 pm by Rutherford Weather

STORY BY ZACH THOMASMURFREESBORO – Several storms systems in May left big hail in its wake in Rutherford County. It's some of the more significant hail we've seen in the.... Read More

Mitchell Wants PROPERTY REVALUATION!

Jun 01, 2024 at 12:22 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN – Rutherford County Property Assessor Rob Mitchell feels this community urgently needs a two-year revaluation. He is making the request to the Rutherfor.... Read More

Podcast: Local Events and Fun Activities with the Rutherford County Library System

Apr 16, 2024 at 12:13 am by WGNS News

In today's podcast about the local library system, you will be able to learn about numerous events, with a particular focus on educational items geared towards ch.... Read More

Be Safe As You View Eclipse This Monday!

Apr 06, 2024 at 08:11 am by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN – The total eclipse of the sun will take place here during the mid-day hour on Monday, April 8, 2024. Although middle Tennessee is not directly alo.... Read More

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MTSU Astronomers to Open Observatory April 8 for Eclipse / Rutherford Co. Schools Closed and Murfreesboro City Schools Open for Eclipse

Apr 01, 2024 at 06:19 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — A Middle Tennessee State University Department of Physics and Astronomy faculty member will open the MTSU Observatory for.... Read More