Big Brothers Big Sisters of Middle Tennessee partners with Tennessee Titans for National Mentoring Month

Jan 10, 2023 at 11:34 am by WGNS News

Big Brothers Big Sisters Middle Tennessee (BBBSMT) has partnered with the Tennessee Titans to advocate for the impact of mentorship and inspire adults to become mentors during.... Read More

Annual report on Tennessee child well-being finds notable decline in child poverty - Full Report to be Released on Jan. 11th

Jan 05, 2023 at 02:55 pm by WGNS News

A report is being prepared that highlights the wellbeing of children in Tennessee, which will be released on January 11, 2023. WGNS confirmed on Thursday that the report shows.... Read More

Child Sex Abuse Victims and Their Family Can Have an Even Harder Time around and After the Holidays

Dec 26, 2022 at 02:00 pm by WGNS News

(Rutherford County, TN) Child Sexual Abuse has a lasting impact on a child’s well-being into adulthood, which is why it is important to help victims receive the proper h.... Read More

New Missing / Lost Cellphone "Pinging" Scam Hitting Our Area

Dec 19, 2022 at 11:07 am by WGNS News

(Nolensville, TN) In nearby Nolensville, Tennessee, just outside of Rutherford County, police have been warning residents about a person going door-to-door in an attempt to in.... Read More
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Eagleville culture runs deep as Rutherford’s only K-12 school

Dec 14, 2022 at 11:44 pm by WGNS News

To say Eagleville School is unique is an understatement. With 100 years of history, the campus as it stands now is much larger than the original, having evolved through many c.... Read More

Rutherford County Sheriff's School Resource Officers on the air with WGNS, Talking about teens, cyber-bulling and more!

Nov 16, 2022 at 10:14 am by WGNS News

Today, WGNS host Scott Walker spoke with School Resource Officers from the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office. Sargent’s Scott Culp and Dustin Cox talked about the.... Read More

Rutherford County has Some of the Lowest Gas Prices in the Country

Oct 24, 2022 at 10:57 am by WGNS News

(RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn.) Tennessee is currently the 6th least expensive state for motorist to refuel in, averaging $3.28 per gallon for regular unleaded gas on Monday mornin.... Read More

Rutherford County Chamber Launches Destination Rutherford 5.0 Initiative

Oct 21, 2022 at 11:33 am by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, Tenn. – This week, business and community leaders joined the Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce to announce the public launch of Destination Ruther.... Read More

The Tennessee Jobless Number Continues to Stand Near the All-Time Low Rate

Oct 20, 2022 at 03:43 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Unemployment across the state of Tennessee remained unchanged between August and September, according to data released Thursday by the Department of La.... Read More

‘We all need human connection’ and the Rutherford County Virtual School

Oct 20, 2022 at 11:02 am by WGNS News

(Rutherford County, Tenn.) While the term ‘virtual school’ may conjure memories of the pandemic, Rutherford County Virtual School continues into its third year, pu.... Read More

Airbnb Imposes More Restrictions on House Parties to Further Prevent Rental Complaints in Rutherford County Neighborhoods

Oct 19, 2022 at 02:07 pm by WGNS News

(RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn.) Rutherford County appears to be a thriving Airbnb market for those who follow Civil War history and for tourists wanting to visit Nashville. In fact.... Read More

Operation Fall Brakes to enforce aggressive driving

Oct 18, 2022 at 07:00 am by WGNS News

 Dramatic increases of drivers committing road rage and aggressive driving on Interstate 24 prompted “Operation Fall Brakes,” an enforcement and education eff.... Read More

Recent Disciplinary Actions filed Against Local Businesses by the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance

Oct 17, 2022 at 01:05 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN—A local auto dealer is facing a $1,000 civil penalty after being cited for allegedly having an unlicensed salesperson at Haynes Auto LLC, according.... Read More

Making Sure Donations Made by Rutherford Countians to Aid in in the Recent Hurricane Relief Efforts Go to the Proper Organization

Oct 17, 2022 at 06:00 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. - This week, Oct. 17 to 21, is International Charity Fraud Awareness Week, and Secretary of State Tre Hargett is reminding Tennesseans of resourc.... Read More

The Local Better Business Bureau Updates WGNS on Scams

Oct 12, 2022 at 03:55 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN – Scams continue to impact local residents. James Price from the Rutherford County Better Business Bureau office said to use caution when unsolicit.... Read More

13 of 45 Pedestrian Involved Accidents Resulted in Death Between January 1, 2020 and October 6, 2022

Oct 07, 2022 at 05:58 pm by WGNS News

(Rutherford County, TN) Most people are pedestrians whether they walk or bicycle. The Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office recently highlighted a national report that.... Read More

Saturday: FREE Event in Murfreesboro with Fire Trucks, a Rescue Demonstration, Medical Helicopter and More at the Fire Prevention Open House

Oct 06, 2022 at 12:49 pm by WGNS News

(MURFREESBORO, TN) On Saturday, a Fire Prevention Open House will include a fire truck show and tell, rescue boats, the landing of a medical helicopter and more. The event wil.... Read More

MTSU ‘Bra Drive’ seeks clothing donations to comfort breast cancer, violence survivors, raise awareness

Oct 05, 2022 at 06:23 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Community donors can provide a little comfort to neighbors in need while also boosting the profiles of both Breast Cancer Awareness Month.... Read More

Rutherford County SCAN Program at Sheriff’s Office Presented Award

Oct 05, 2022 at 12:51 pm by WGNS News

(RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TENN) Caring for Rutherford County senior citizens earned the Sheriff’s Senior Citizens Awareness Network volunteers a Sage Award this past Monday fr.... Read More

Senior Judge who Served as a Rutherford Co. Circuit Court Judge for 24-Years is One of 5 on the New Rutherford County Board of Juvenile Detention Center Commission

Oct 04, 2022 at 10:21 am by WGNS News

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a criminal court judge? If you think you have the stomach for such a task, there are a few things one should think about bef.... Read More