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Op-Ed: A Dickens of a Christmas

Dec 19, 2025 at 09:49 am by WGNS News

Op-Ed: A Dickens of a Christmas by JC Bowman, Executive Director of Professional Educators of Tennessee In the depths of winter, as snow falls somewhere in the world, pr.... Read More

MTSU Chinese Music Ensemble Brings Global Sound to Bridgestone Arena

Dec 19, 2025 at 08:32 am by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, TN - The concourse of Bridgestone Arena isn’t usually a place where you hear the soft shimmer of the ruan or the bright voice of the sheng, but last we.... Read More

Can Families Still Afford the Christmas They Remember

Dec 19, 2025 at 07:39 am by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - As twinkling lights go up across Rutherford County and families gather around living‑room trees, a familiar question is quietly making its way int.... Read More
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Strong Winds Down Trees and Power Lines Across Rutherford County on Thursday

Dec 19, 2025 at 05:49 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Rutherford County endured multiple rounds of storms Thursday (12-18-25) moving across Middle Tennessee, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and frequent li.... 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

City of Murfreesboro Office Hours for Christmas and New Year

Dec 18, 2025 at 05:38 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - In observance of the holidays, City of Murfreesboro offices and facilities will be closed Christmas Eve, Wednesday, Dec. 24, and Christmas Day, Thursday, De.... Read More

Multiple Water Leaks Kept Smyrna Utility Crews Busy Thursday

Dec 18, 2025 at 05:08 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, TN - Smyrna residents faced a long day of water problems Thursday as multiple leaks disrupted service across town. Early in the morning, some households woke to find n.... Read More

MFRD's Shan Womack Elected President of State Fire Safety Association

Dec 18, 2025 at 03:34 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department's Assistant Fire Marshal Shan Womack has been elected president of the Tennessee Fire Safety Inspectors Association (TFS.... Read More

The Greatest Gift We Can Give a Veteran Isn’t Wrapped--2PM Sat. at TN Veterans Home

Dec 18, 2025 at 11:19 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - We often say “support our troops,” but true support goes beyond flags and social media posts. For many elderly veterans living in state care,.... Read More

La Vergne Police Bring Christmas Hope

Dec 18, 2025 at 08:21 am by WGNS News

La VERGNE, TN - On December 14, 2025 the La Vergne Police Department opened its doors and its heart, hosting the annualLa Vergne Police Bring Christmas Hope with the support.... Read More

Tennessee Ranks Among Top States for Distance Learning Growth

Dec 18, 2025 at 07:46 am by WGNS News

A new study has revealed that Tennessee is among the top ten states in the nation for growth in distance education enrollment. Ranking ninth overall, Tennessee recorded a 1..... Read More

UPDATE: Murfreesboro Mayor Hopes to See One East College Project to Move Forward

Dec 17, 2025 at 11:34 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - One East College, a downtown Murfreesboro development project that incorporates land once occupied by the original First United Methodist Church,.... Read More

Santa Visits Rutherford County Farmers Market 8AM-Noon This Friday!

Dec 17, 2025 at 09:44 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - The holiday season is arriving early at the Rutherford County Farmers Market, where Santa Claus himself will make a special appearance this Friday, Decemb.... Read More

Ascension St. Thomas Rutherford Hospital Celebrates Commitment to Patient-Centered Care

Dec 17, 2025 at 08:35 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital has announced its 2025 honorees for outstanding accomplishments in clinical leadership, recognizing three physi.... Read More

La Vergne Mayor Cole Speaks at ICSC Conference in NYC

Dec 17, 2025 at 08:15 pm by WGNS News

NEW YORK, NY - The City of La Vergne’s economic development efforts were spotlighted last week in New York, where the city was invited to join a panel discussion at th.... Read More
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Five Impaired Drivers Arrested at Sobriety Checkpoint in Murfreesboro

Dec 17, 2025 at 07:31 pm by WGNS News

5MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Five impaired drivers were arrested during a sobriety checkpoint conducted Friday on Rutherford Boulevard in Murfreesboro, according to the Ru.... Read More

Warrants Issued After ATM Money Bag Theft at Murfreesboro Kroger

Dec 17, 2025 at 06:26 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Detectives with the Murfreesboro Police Department have identified a suspect and obtained warrants in connection with the theft of a money bag from.... Read More

Podcast: Injured and Getting an Insurance Company Phone Call? WGNS Talks to Attorney Brandon Bass and Learns About Recorded Phone Calls, "Routine Questions," Forms and So-Called Policies

Dec 17, 2025 at 10:21 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - PODCAST: On this episode of WGNS Action Line, host Scott Walker sits down with attorney Brandon Bass of the Law Firm of John Day to discuss what indivi.... Read More

Media Commentary by Dr. Larry Burriss: How Media Helped Create the Christmas Traditions We Know Today

Dec 17, 2025 at 07:31 am by WGNS News

MEDIA COMMENTARY: Today, Dr. Larry Burriss, a journalism Professor at MTSU, takes a look at events and ideas from around the world, and pays especially close attention to the.... Read More

LIBRARY PART 1 OF 2 EPISODES: olar Express Storytime and More: Rutherford County Library Events This Week and Beyond

Dec 17, 2025 at 01:00 am by WGNS News

PART 1 OF OUR LIBRARY PODCAST: On this episode of WGNS Action Line, host Scott Walker is joined by guests from the Rutherford County Library System to highlight.... Read More