Diana Health brings a new model of healthcare for women and their families to Smyrna - Grand Opening Celebration March 5th

Feb 07, 2022 at 07:00 pm by WGNS

Diana Health launched its new, modern medical clinic in Smyrna, Tennessee his past week (February 4th) and is planning to host a Grand Opening Celebration next month.Diana H.... Read More

Two Inmates Die at Rutherford County Adult Detention Center in Murfreesboro

Feb 07, 2022 at 04:37 pm by WGNS

Two Rutherford County Adult Detention Center inmates died at the hospital this weekend and a third inmate remains hospitalized Monday, said Rutherford County Sheriff Mike Fitz.... Read More

COMMENTARY: The annual Super Bowl this Sunday

Feb 07, 2022 at 04:10 pm by WGNS

This year's Super Bowl will be on Sunday, February 13, 2022. The Los Angeles Rams will take on the Cincinnati Bengals at the SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.In today's.... Read More

Inflation and the workforce - How it impacts all of us locally

Feb 07, 2022 at 10:13 am by WGNS

Rutherford County does not stand alone for a price increase in just about every sector of business. State Representative Charlie Baum from Murfreesboro, TN told WGNS NEWS that.... Read More

Looking to buy a camper or RV? Buyers Beware!

Feb 07, 2022 at 09:59 am by Producer

Buyers beware... If you are in the market for a new pull behind camper, make sure the camper you're buying is not a stolen camper. Evidently, this is a developing problem nati.... Read More

MTSU Honors College staffer Clippard appointed Gilman Advisor Ambassador

Feb 05, 2022 at 12:42 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — MTSU Honors College staff member Laura Clippard’s years of advising and helping students land prestigious Gilman, Fulbrig.... Read More
In Tennessee, eastern cottontails (shown in photo), Appalachian cottontails, and swamp rabbits are susceptible to rabbit hemorrhagic disease virus type 2 (RHDV2). Image courtesy TWRA.

Deadly Rabbit Virus Detected in Tennessee

Feb 05, 2022 at 12:31 pm by WGNS

The Tennessee State Veterinarian recently confirmed that the Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus Type 2 was detected in two domesticated rabbits in one East Tennessee location.Mu.... Read More

100th Episode of the Rutherford County District Attorney's Show on WGNS Radio

Feb 04, 2022 at 09:22 am by Producer

Friday (02/04/2022) marked the 100th Episode of the Rutherford County District Attorney's Show on WGNS Radio, hosted on the first Friday of each month by retired Rutherford Co.... Read More

Murfreesboro Municipal Airport Continues to Grow as Community Grows - Long-time Tenants of Airport Also Seeing Positive Growth

Feb 04, 2022 at 07:50 am by WGNS

More growth is expected at the Murfreesboro Municipal Airport as Rutherford County continues to grow. Long-time Airport Manager Chad Gehrke told WGNS NEWS that in th.... Read More

15 Rutherford County Schools recognized as statewide leaders in intervention

Feb 03, 2022 at 11:01 am by WGNS

Fifteen schools from across Rutherford County have been recognized by Tennessee Tiered Supports Center (TSC) at Vanderbilt University for their success and implementation of R.... Read More

Secretary of State Warns of Scams that Target Businesses

Feb 03, 2022 at 08:46 am by WGNS

Secretary of State Tre Hargett is warning Tennessee business owners about a scam that has recently resurfaced targeting businesses with a deceptive mailer from.... Read More

February is Earthquake Awareness Month & Tennesseans Should Prioritize Earthquake Preparedness

Feb 03, 2022 at 06:00 am by WGNS

The Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA) is recognizing February 2022 as Earthquake Awareness Month and reminding Tennesseans to prioritize earthquake preparedness bef.... Read More

Free Food Giveaway and Free COVID Testing on Thursday Morning

Feb 02, 2022 at 05:19 pm by WGNS

A food giveaway will take place on Thursday morning (2/3/2022) in Murfreesboro. For those who have fallen on hard times throughout the COVID Pandemic, free food items will b.... Read More

Middle Tennessee Electric makes largest ad valorem tax payment in organization’s history to Rutherford County

Feb 02, 2022 at 03:22 pm by WGNS

As a not-for-profit electric cooperative, Middle Tennessee Electric (MTE) is exempt from certain types of taxes, but it is still one of the largest taxpayers to local governme.... Read More

Redistricting Counties throughout Tennessee - Changes Locally this Voting Season

Feb 02, 2022 at 08:52 am by WGNS

Election districts have slightly changed in Rutherford County and throughout the state. The new redistricting maps received final approval by both chambers last week. The ch.... Read More

Joseph Givens inducted into bus driver hall of fame after 50 years of service

Feb 01, 2022 at 03:31 pm by WGNS

A local school bus driver who has transported some of the most valuable and meaningful passengers to area parents, was recognized for his dedication and service to the commu.... Read More

TN: Governor Lee and the State of the State Address Includes a $52-Billion Price Tag

Jan 31, 2022 at 11:58 pm by WGNS

  Education was a major focus of the Governor's State of the State address.On Monday evening (1/31/22), Tennessee Governor Bill Lee presented a proposed budget while hig.... Read More

Deadline for Choice and Magnet Schools in Rutherford County is Here

Jan 31, 2022 at 09:45 am by WGNS

The deadline to apply and learn more about Choice Schools and Magnet Schools in Rutherford County has arrived (Monday, 1/31/22) and Tuesday (2/1/22).The Rutherford County Scho.... Read More

Rutherford County Election Administrator Alan Farley on the air with WGNS' Scott Walker

Jan 31, 2022 at 09:06 am by Producer

Rutherford County, Tennessee Elections - 2022 Tues. (Feb 1, 2022) Scott talks with Rutherford County Election Administrator Alan Farley about this year (2022) being a big.... Read More

Auto Emission Testing Has Ended in Rutherford County and 4-Other Counties

Jan 28, 2022 at 03:08 pm by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN—It all ended just 14-days into the New Year... and now Rutherford County is sitting at 14-days into the change dealing with auto emission testing.... Read More