Former Riverdale High School Principal Tom Nolan Publishes Children's Book

Jun 08, 2026 at 09:49 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - A familiar face in Rutherford County education is sharing a new story with the community. Longtime Riverdale High School Principal Tom Nolan has o.... Read More

89-Year-Old Smyrna Author Maryanne VanDyke Releases Two New Books and Art Exhibit

Jun 06, 2026 at 08:18 pm by WGNS

SMYRNA, Tenn. (WGNS) - A local author and artist is proving that it is never too late to start a new chapter. Smyrna resident Maryanne VanDyke is celebrating the release of he.... Read More

UPDATE: La Vergne Facebook Marketplace Deal Ends in Shooting and Four Arrests

Jun 06, 2026 at 02:41 pm by WGNS

LA VERGNE, Tenn. (WGNS) - A Wednesday morning Facebook Marketplace exchange ended in gunfire and landed four people behind bars. La Vergne police officers and emergency person.... Read More

Murfreesboro Planning Commission Approves Massive Buc-ee's Signage Along I-24

Jun 06, 2026 at 02:32 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - The Murfreesboro Planning Commission cleared the hurdle for the new Buc-ee's travel center to install its giant roadside signs featuring the famou.... Read More

Murfreesboro City Council Approves New Kroger, Ascension Hospital, and Clarius Tech Park

Jun 06, 2026 at 02:24 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - The Murfreesboro City Council approved three major development projects that will bring significant infrastructure investments to Rutherford Count.... Read More

Murfreesboro Fire Crews Extinguish Semi-Truck Fire on I-24 Near Medical Center Parkway

Jun 04, 2026 at 09:45 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department crews rushed to the scene of a vehicle fire on Interstate 24 Eastbound on Thursday evening. The blaze broke ou.... Read More

Salvation Army Murfreesboro Honors First Responders with Donuts and Hosts Red Shield Car Show

Jun 04, 2026 at 04:41 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - The Salvation Army of Murfreesboro is bringing a sweet, century-old tradition to Rutherford County this weekend. Volunteers are hitting the street.... Read More

Rutherford County Child Advocacy Centers Launch Internet Safety Campaign

Jun 04, 2026 at 04:25 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - June is National Internet Safety Month, and local child advocates are stepping up to help Rutherford County parents protect their kids online. Wit.... Read More

MTSU Women Gain Second Chance at Full Tuition as Scholarship Deadline Extends

Jun 04, 2026 at 04:20 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Nontraditional female students at Middle Tennessee State University have more time to secure a free year of college. The June S. Anderson Foundati.... Read More

Dr. Shannon Moran, a Pediatrician at Murfreesboro Medical Clinic

Jun 03, 2026 at 07:02 pm by WGNS

When illness or injury turn everyday moments into uphill battles, there are medical professionals who step in with skill, compassion and unwavering dedication. Murfreesboro M.... Read More

Oaklands Mansion Hosts Lightning Bugs and Lemonade Event

Jun 03, 2026 at 05:58 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Oaklands Mansion is welcoming Rutherford County residents back to its grounds this Friday (June 5th), for the annual Lightning Bugs and Lemonade e.... Read More

Rutherford County Residents Have One Week Left to Apply for Ice Storm Relief

Jun 03, 2026 at 02:44 pm by WGNS

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS) - Rutherford County residents affected by January's severe ice storm have one week left to apply for federal disaster assistance. The final dea.... Read More

WGNS Radio Named Finalist for Six Major Statewide Broadcasting Awards

Jun 03, 2026 at 09:57 am by WGNS

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WGNS) - WGNS Radio is celebrating six nominations for the 2026 Tennessee Association of Broadcasters Excellence in Broadcasting Awards. The local station is.... Read More

New State Welcome Signs Being Installed

Jun 02, 2026 at 09:47 am by WGNS

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WGNS) - State officials unveiled a brand-new look for Tennessee welcome signs that will soon greet drivers entering the state. Governor Bill Lee joined leade.... Read More
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Murfreesboro Fire Firefighters Quickly Extinguish Greenland Drive Apartment Fire

Jun 01, 2026 at 09:11 pm by WGNS

PHOTOS FROM THE SCENE MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - A morning fire brings a heavy emergency response to a Murfreesboro apartment complex. Murfreesboro Fire Rescue crews r.... Read More

A Night of Music with a Mission, 7PM Friday at Springhouse in Smyrna

Jun 01, 2026 at 05:20 pm by WGNS

SMYRNA, TN (WGNS) - Be a part of making this Friday night's concert at Springhouse Theatre an SRO event! The heart of Instruments of Joy is simple and powerful: plac.... Read More

Rutherford County Pet Owners Urged to Prepare for Disasters This June

Jun 01, 2026 at 03:33 pm by WGNS

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WGNS) - The Tennessee Emergency Management Agency is recognizing June as Pet Preparedness Month, and emergency officials want Rutherford County residents to.... Read More

Rutherford County Archivist Hillary Brown Earns State Certification

Jun 01, 2026 at 03:29 pm by WGNS

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WGNS) - Local history is in safer hands today. Hillary Brown of the Rutherford County Archives is back at work with a new statewide certification. Brown grad.... Read More

PODCAST: From Research Labs to National Competitions MTSU Faculty and Students Drive Progress on the Action Line

Jun 01, 2026 at 03:06 pm by WGNS

  Click Play Above to Hear Our Entire Podcast - Or Right Click and Save to Your Device and Listen Later SEGMENT ONE GUEST: Rick B. Nef, Commercialization.... Read More

NFL Legend Raymond Berry Dies in Murfreesboro at 93

Jun 01, 2026 at 11:56 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Former Baltimore Colts wide receiver and New England Patriots head coach Raymond Emmett Berry died last Monday (May 25th) at his home in Murfreesb.... Read More