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Mayor McFarland Recognizes Parks Employee for Heroic Response at Sports*Com

Dec 04, 2025 at 11:25 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Quick thinking and life-saving training helped prevent a tragedy at Sports*Com, and now a longtime City of Murfreesboro employee is being honored f.... Read More

MTSU Parking Structure, Motlow Endowments Highlight Local Impacts of Tennessee Board of Regents Action

Dec 04, 2025 at 10:19 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — New statewide higher-education actions approved by the Tennessee Board of Regents include developments that directly impact both Middle Tennessee S.... Read More

Community Invited to Bless "Living University" Students at Greenhouse This Christmas

Dec 04, 2025 at 04:39 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - For more than a quarter century, Greenhouse Ministries has been a lifeline for individuals and families in need, offering practical help, spiritual encour.... Read More

Smyrna's Parade 2PM This Sunday Doubles as Community Food Drive

Dec 04, 2025 at 03:59 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, TN - The Town of Smyrna is preparing to celebrate a milestone this weekend as the community gathers for the 50th Annual Christmas Parade. Scheduled for Sunday, Decem.... Read More

Landfill Expansion Proposal Sparks Legal Challenge and Resolution Support

Dec 04, 2025 at 01:27 pm by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, TN - State Rep. Bryan Terry, R-Murfreesboro, is throwing his support behind Murfreesboro’s legal challenge to Middle Point Landfill’s proposed expansi.... 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

Middle Point Landfill Permit Request Sparks Renewed Debate

Dec 04, 2025 at 10:03 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - NewsRadio WGNS received this statement from the marketing firm representing Middle Point Landfill.  "On Nov. 7, Middle Point Landfill operators submit.... Read More

Festive Family Fun: A Holiday Guide to Murfreesboro Parks on WGNS Action Line

Dec 04, 2025 at 12:25 am by WGNS News

On this episode of the WGNS Action Line, host Scott Walker sits down with representatives from Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation to preview the exciting lineup of holiday even.... Read More

A Charming Christmas at Cannonsburgh with Extended Evening Hours and Holiday Lights

Dec 03, 2025 at 11:11 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Cannonsburgh Village has been transformed into a glowing holiday destination called, “A Charming Christmas at Cannonsburgh.” Famil.... Read More

Murfreesboro Council to Consider Gift Giving / Receiving Rules, Zoning Requests and Infrastructure Projects Dec. 4

Dec 03, 2025 at 04:32 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — The Murfreesboro City Council will meet this Thursday evening, December 4, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the City Hall Chambers for a full agenda that incl.... Read More

LATEST: Rutherford County Property Assessor Alleges Unauthorized Access, Requests Ethics Review of County Mayor Carr

Dec 03, 2025 at 03:58 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Rutherford County Property Assessor Rob Mitchell has submitted a request for an ethics review of County Mayor Joe Carr, alleging unauthorized access to.... Read More

SCORE Unveils 2026 State of Education Report, Outlining Their Noted Priorities for Tennessee’s Students

Dec 03, 2025 at 02:29 pm by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The State Collaborative on Reforming Education (SCORE) on Monday released its annual 2026 State of Education in Tennessee: Moving Every Student Forwar.... Read More

Mammograms Meet Lung Scans in New Outreach

Dec 03, 2025 at 10:19 am by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, TN - Most women over 50 are familiar with mammograms as part of routine breast cancer prevention. But far fewer take advantage of low-dose CT scans for lung cancer,.... Read More

Tennessee Driver Services Introduces New Photo Posters to Celebrate First-Time Drivers

Dec 03, 2025 at 09:30 am by WGNS News

TENNESSEE — The Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security (TDOSHS), through its Driver Services Division, has launched a fun new way for Tennesseans to celebr.... Read More

MTSU Students Bring New Life to this Sunday's Nashville Holocaust Memorial Tours

Dec 03, 2025 at 07:49 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — A dedicated group of history students from Middle Tennessee State University has undertaken a meaningful project to study and revise the public t.... Read More

Downtown Murfreesboro to Glow THIS Friday Night With Annual Christmas Tree Lighting

Dec 02, 2025 at 11:54 pm by WGNS News

  MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Families across Rutherford County are invited to gather around the historic Rutherford County Courthouse this Friday night, December 5, for.... Read More

COMMENTARY: Instant Gratification Hurts Young People’s Ability to Think Deeply

Dec 02, 2025 at 10:28 pm by WGNS News

COMMENTARY: Many experts say that people today—both young and old—struggle with writing and critical thinking skills. Speakers at recent conferences explained that.... Read More

La Vergne’s 15th Annual Parade of Lights Rolls Out Saturday on Murfreesboro Road

Dec 02, 2025 at 09:53 pm by WGNS News

LA VERGNE, Tenn. – The City of La Vergne is gearing up for the 15th annual Parade of Lights, returning to Murfreesboro Road this Saturday, December 6, 2025, at 5:00 p.m..... Read More

Resource Fair Connects Inmates With Vital Services Before Release

Dec 02, 2025 at 09:48 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN — Rutherford County Correctional Work Center residents participated in a Resource Fair that assists in decreasing recidivism. This event brin.... Read More

24-Year Sentence Finalized for Murfreesboro Carjacking After Supreme Court Denial

Dec 02, 2025 at 09:40 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN — Late last month, the Tennessee Supreme Court denied an appeal in a Rutherford County carjacking case involving Jeremiah Devon Cohill, bringing the run.... Read More