Audiobooks vs. Print: A Former Student Reflects on a Teacher’s Strict Standards

Nov 24, 2025 at 08:43 pm by WGNS News

Commentary: In high school, a strict but fair teacher insisted that only a hardcover literature book—never a paperback—was acceptable for class reading. Today.... Read More

The Great Trailer Heist: Stolen Trailer Recovered in Bedford County; Second Suspect Arrested

Nov 24, 2025 at 07:27 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — A trailer stolen from a Murfreesboro construction site last month has been recovered, according to the Murfreesboro Police Department. The enclosed.... Read More

La Vergne Thanksgiving Food "Drive-Thru" Nearly Quadruples, Serving 98 Local Families

Nov 24, 2025 at 05:50 pm by WGNS News

LA VERGNE, Tenn. – The City of La Vergne’s second annual Thanksgiving Food Drive-Thru drew an extraordinary level of community support, allowing volunteers to.... Read More

Dr. Azzouz and CEO Daphne David Outline Big Healthcare Expansions in Rutherford County

Nov 24, 2025 at 12:40 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - On this episode of the WGNS Action Line, host Scott Walker sits down with cardiologist Dr. Soubhi Azzouz of Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford and Ascen.... Read More

Public Notice of Legal Action – Smyrna Ready Mix Concrete, LLC vs. Marcus Crawford

Nov 24, 2025 at 01:45 am by WGNS News

IN THE CHANCERY COURT OF RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TENNESSEE AT MURFREESBORO SMYRNA READY MIX CONCRETE, LLCPLAINTIFF, vs. MARCUS CRAWFORD,DEFENDANT, CASE NO. 25CV-281 TO: M.... Read More

Towns Shine Bright: Tree Lightings & Parades Usher in Christmas Cheer

Nov 22, 2025 at 07:23 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - The season of lights and parades is here, and Middle Tennessee towns are rolling out their most festive traditions. Families will gather on courthouse squar.... Read More

Assessor’s Office Pushes Back on State Audit Demands

Nov 22, 2025 at 05:28 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - The Rutherford County Assessor’s Office is drawing a firm line in the sand, insisting that accuracy—not speed—must remain the guiding prin.... Read More

Record-Breaking Recognition for Rutherford Schools

Nov 22, 2025 at 04:27 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Rutherford County Schools have once again proven themselves a leader in Tennessee education. On November 21, 2025, the district celebrated a milestone achie.... Read More

IRS: 401(k) limit increases to $24,500 for 2026

Nov 22, 2025 at 12:17 pm by WGNS News

WASHINGTON — In a move that’s sure to catch the attention of workers and retirees across the country, the Internal Revenue Service announced that individuals will.... Read More

Deadly Virus Threatens Local Horses

Nov 22, 2025 at 11:08 am by WGNS News

UPDATE: MURFREESBORO, TN - Middle Tennessee veterinarians are sounding the alarm after horses from the region attended events  linked to an outbreak of Equine Herpes.... Read More

MTSU’s Lu Xiong Wins $18K Grant for Insurance Data Research

Nov 22, 2025 at 09:00 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Middle Tennessee State University’s actuarial science program is making headlines again, thanks to a nearly $18,000 grant from the Casualty Actuarial.... Read More

A Tradition of Compassion: Nearly 1,000 Volunteers Join Greenhouse Ministries’ Thanksgiving Outreach

Nov 22, 2025 at 08:24 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN — What began nearly 26 years ago with a modest goal of 50 turkeys has grown into a holiday tradition. Greenhouse Ministries, co-founded by Cliff and Jan.... Read More

Blue Raiders Top Hilltoppers in Annual Blood Battle

Nov 22, 2025 at 06:19 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN — The spirited rivalry between Middle Tennessee State University and Western Kentucky University once again took on lifesaving significance as MTSU emer.... Read More

This Friday - Sunday, Experience Local Creativity Up Close at the Annual Art Studio Tour

Nov 22, 2025 at 01:15 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - This weekend marks the 32nd annual Art Studio Tour, hosted by the Stones River Crafts Association in the Rutherford County / Stones River region. Estab.... Read More

Friday: Dominique Watts

Nov 21, 2025 at 09:04 am by WGNS News

WGNS Good Neighbor of the Day for Friday, November 21st, 2025Dominique Watts is today’s SRM Concrete Good Neighbor of the Day for being there for friends and family and.... Read More

Tennessee Gardening, Grocery and Growing Trends with Rutherford County Agriculture Agent Justin Stefanski

Nov 21, 2025 at 07:02 am by WGNS News

On this episode of the WGNS Action Line, host Scott Walker digs into all things lawns, gardens, and outdoor living with Justin Stefanski, Agriculture Extension Agent for the U.... Read More

From Handel to Healing, WGNS Spotlights MTSU’s Art, Archives, and Trauma Writing

Nov 20, 2025 at 10:17 pm by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - On this episode of the WGNS Action Line, host Scott Walker spotlights a trio of meaningful conversations happening across the Middle Tennessee.... Read More

SNAP Benefits Resume in Tennessee as New Work Rules Take Effect

Nov 20, 2025 at 08:58 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Tennessee has begun distributing long-delayed SNAP benefits following the government shutdown, providing backlogged payments to recipients’.... Read More

Commentary: How Music Shapes History, Public Opinion, and Even Politics by MTSU Professor Larry Burriss

Nov 20, 2025 at 08:26 pm by WGNS News

COMMENTARY - Since September, over 1,000 artists and music labels have joined a global effort to remove their music from Israel. Music is powerful because people find pers.... Read More

Rutherford County Online Services Went Down—Then Quickly Back Up on Tuesday

Nov 20, 2025 at 07:57 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN – Some residents may have noticed a brief hiccup in accessing Rutherford County’s online services Tuesday morning after the county posted on.... Read More