local history

Rutherford County Website Offers Access to Challenged and Restricted Library Books

May 05, 2026 at 08:26 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS)- A Murfreesboro-based website is offering residents a way to request delivery of books that organizers say have been banned, challenged, restricted.... Read More

David Waldron: Rutherford County Roots, La Vergne Stories, and Local Insights with Hosts Wayne Blair & Rick Hall

Aug 26, 2025 at 10:14 am by Producer

Join hosts Wayne Blair and Rick Hall on this episode of Tuesday Roundtable as they welcome David Waldron, a native son sharing his deep connections to Rutherford County and La.... Read More

Springtime Buzz at the Rutherford County Historical Society!

Mar 17, 2025 at 09:37 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - As spring edges closer, the Rutherford County Historical Society invites you to enjoy a cup of coffee and some delightful conversation at the Ransom School.... Read More

History and Romance blossom at Oakland's on Valentine's Day

Jan 19, 2025 at 09:06 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - Looking for a unique way to celebrate Valentine’s Day? Oaklands Mansion offers a romantic escape to a bygone era. The mansion, primarily interpret.... Read More

Cicadas Soiree and Oaklands Mansion's Rich History

May 22, 2024 at 11:37 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Join WGNS' Scott Walker as he chats with Oaklands Mansion’s Executive Director, James Manning, about the upcoming Cicadas Soiree, set for Saturday,.... Read More

A look at how local radio and life in our community intertwine - and a little history of Rutherford County

Aug 11, 2023 at 09:09 am by Producer

Listen to this morning's show, that highlights local history and how it all intertwines with your very first local radio station... WGNS.  On the show, you will hear old.... Read More

Write a Letter to the Future City of LaVergne, TN - To Be Opened in 2072

Jul 14, 2022 at 01:13 pm by WGNS

(La Vergne, Tenn.) Citizens are encouraged to help fill the City of La Vergne's 50th anniversary time capsule by submitting a letter to the future. The time capsule will.... Read More

The Heritage Center Hosts Free Public Lecture with MTSU alumnus and historian Leigh Ann Gardner

Mar 21, 2022 at 09:39 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN: The Heritage Center of Murfreesboro and Rutherford County invites the public to join us on Thursday, March 31st, at 6 p.m. for a presentation and Q&A wit.... Read More