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

Planning Ahead Pays Off: Why Winter Is a Great Time to Prepare Your Spring Garden

Dec 16, 2025 at 06:00 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Thinking about planting a garden when Spring comes around? Now is the time to start planning ahead, according to Master Gardner Beth Brinkley… S.... Read More

Federal Funding Supports Global Growth of Tennessee Hardwood Industry

Dec 16, 2025 at 05:07 pm by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Department of Agriculture (TDA) has been awarded federal funding through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Emerging Markets Pro.... Read More

Audit Raises Alarms Over Missed Safety Checks and Oversight at Tennessee DCS

Dec 16, 2025 at 02:58 pm by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — A newly released performance audit from the Tennessee Comptroller’s Office has raised concerns about oversight and compliance within the Tenness.... Read More

Helping Local Families in Rutherford County This Christmas Season

Dec 16, 2025 at 10:41 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – After helping neighbors stay warm with hundreds of free winter coats, local non-profit Barnabas Vision is now turning its focus to Christ.... Read More

Rutherford County Historical Society Celebrates the Holidays

Dec 16, 2025 at 10:09 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - The Rutherford County Historical Society is closing out 2025 with a full calendar of holiday events and historic commemorations. Christmas Brunch this Sa.... Read More

MTSU Bleeds Blue, Beats WKU Again

Dec 16, 2025 at 09:35 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Middle Tennessee State University has once again claimed victory in the annual “Bleed Blue to Beat WKU” blood drive, keeping the challenge tro.... Read More

Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation: From Parades to Polar Bear Plunges, Family Fun Shines

Dec 16, 2025 at 09:09 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - The Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Department is making sure this holiday season is one to remember. It all began with Sunday’s (12/14/2025) Murf.... Read More