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MTSU Shifts to Remote Operations Monday and Tuesday as Deep Freeze Sets In

Jan 25, 2026 at 12:00 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS News) - Middle Tennessee State University is joining the long list of institutions adjusting to the brutal winter weather gripping Rutherford County..... Read More

Four MFRD Firefighters Recognized for Life-Saving Residential Fire Rescue

Jan 19, 2026 at 07:31 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Four firefighters with the Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department were formally recognized Saturday for their heroic actions during a residential fire.... Read More

Yokai Parade Brings Japanese Folklore to MTSU 2:00PM Next Thursday

Jan 17, 2026 at 06:53 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS News) - Japanese folklore is taking center stage at Middle Tennessee State University as the Department of Art and Design prepares to open “Yoka.... Read More
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First Lady “Liz” McPhee: A Final Ride Through the City She Loved

Jan 14, 2026 at 04:13 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Murfreesboro paused this week to honor a woman whose generosity, warmth, and steady presence shaped the lives of students, educators, and families.... Read More

MTSU First Lady Liz McPhee Passes Away

Jan 08, 2026 at 05:23 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Elizabeth “Liz” McPhee, the longtime First Lady of Middle Tennessee State University and wife of President Sidney A. McPhee, passed aw.... Read More

FRIDAY Is National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

Jan 08, 2026 at 04:34 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS) - Rutherford County residents are being encouraged to take a moment Friday, Jan. 9, to recognize the men and women who serve in law enforceme.... Read More

From Murfreesboro to D.C., MTSU Gives Students Lessons in Advocacy and Impact!

Dec 18, 2025 at 08:59 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Two Middle Tennessee State University graduate students recently stepped into the nation’s nonprofit hub to sharpen their skills in leadership and a.... Read More

MTSU Trustees Move Forward on New Graduate Degrees in Health Care and Film

Dec 04, 2025 at 12:16 pm by WGNS News

  MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — The Middle Tennessee Board of Trustees took initial actions Wednesday, Dec. 3, to create new graduate degree programs in Health Care Admini.... Read More

Blue Raiders Top Hilltoppers in Annual Blood Battle

Nov 22, 2025 at 06:19 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN — The spirited rivalry between Middle Tennessee State University and Western Kentucky University once again took on lifesaving significance as MTSU emer.... Read More
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MTSU Honored Local Heroes this Past Saturday at 43rd Annual Salute to Veterans and Armed Forces Game

Nov 11, 2025 at 03:25 pm by WGNS News

  MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — In honor of Veterans Day today, Middle Tennessee State University recognized hundreds of veterans, active-duty personnel and thei.... Read More

MTSU's 43rd Annual Salute to Veterans is this Saturday

Nov 06, 2025 at 01:27 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Excitement is building at Middle Tennessee State University as the campus prepares for the 43rd annual Salute to Veterans and Armed Forces game. For Don Wit.... Read More

Mental Health Emergency on N. Baird Ln. Drew Swift Action from Murfreesboro and Campus Officers

Nov 05, 2025 at 04:25 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Shortly before 1:00 o'clock Wednesday (11/5/2025) afternoon, Murfreesboro Police along with MTSU Police responded to a mental health emergency on North Bair.... Read More

State Historical Commission--Preserving the Past, Investing in the Future

Nov 01, 2025 at 11:47 am by WGNS News

Nashville, TN - The Tennessee Historical Commission has announced over $1.1 million in federal grant funding to help preserve historic and archaeological sites across the stat.... Read More

Preparations Underway for 43rd Annual MTSU Salute to Veterans and Armed Forces Game

Oct 29, 2025 at 11:41 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — As the 43rd annual Salute to Veterans and Armed Forces Game approaches, preparations are in full swing for the special ceremonies and services that.... Read More

Honoring Our Heroes: MTSU’s Salute to Veterans Game on WGNS RoundTable

Oct 29, 2025 at 08:12 pm by WGNS News

Today on the WGNS RoundTable, host Chip Walters welcomes Don Witherspoon, organizer of MTSU’s annual Salute to Veterans and Armed Forces Football Game, and Hillary Mil.... Read More

MTSU’s Build Blue Campaign Expands with Murphy Center Upgrades and New Lightning Zone District

Oct 29, 2025 at 06:19 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee State University has launched the next major phase of its Build Blue Campaign by forming the Lightning Zone Committee, a.... Read More
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Students Step Into Struggle: MTSU’s Poverty Simulation Builds Empathy and Awareness

Oct 27, 2025 at 09:45 am by WGNS News

Summary (Full Article Below): At Middle Tennessee State University, students and staff in the College of Behavioral and Health Sciences took part in a poverty simulation.... Read More

Bleed Blue, Jazz Vibes, and True Blue Pride – Inside MTSU’s Fall Highlights

Oct 20, 2025 at 09:12 am by Producer

🎧 Podcast Description: In this three-part episode of The Action Line with host Bryan Barrett, we shine a spotlight on some of Middle Tennessee’s biggest community and ca.... Read More

MTSU’s Oct. 29 FIRE lecture focuses on ‘Sifting through the Ashes’ of major U.S. wildfires

Oct 17, 2025 at 09:54 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee State University’s Forensic Institute for Research and Education will host forensic expert Eric Bartelink at its upcoming Wi.... Read More

Former Blue Raider Coach Randy Wiel Remembered for Lasting Impact on MTSU Basketball

Oct 15, 2025 at 04:25 pm by Primetime Sports

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) – Randy Wiel (pronounced wheel), the head coach of the Middle Tennessee men's basketball program from 1996-2002, passed away on Tuesday (.... Read More