Mother, daughter share nontraditional journey via MTSU’s College of Education online offerings

Jul 12, 2022 at 01:48 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — For recent Middle Tennessee State University graduates Zaheerah Smith-Cooper and her daughter Aminah Smith, sharing interests a.... Read More

Hotel / Motel Tax Collections are Strong in Murfreesboro, Indicating More Hotel Guests than Pre-Pandemic Levels

Jul 12, 2022 at 11:51 am by WGNS

The hotel/motel tax collected in Murfreesboro continues to go up, which means more and more people are returning to Rutherford County for their travels. So far this year, ther.... Read More

Murfreesboro is not THAT Geeky, but nearby Nashville and Atlanta apparently are - But, Where does the 'Boro Stand on Geekiness?

Jul 12, 2022 at 10:30 am by WGNS

Apparently, Murfreesboro is not that “Geeky,” according to the 2022 list of the Geekiest Cities in America. In the lists, 1 equaled the ranking of “The Geeki.... Read More

Conference Planned in Murfreesboro to Better Equip those who take a Pro-Life Stand

Jul 12, 2022 at 07:12 am by WGNS

An event that will take place later this month will focus on building awareness of “Pro-Life” and “Pro-Choice” platforms, according to details released.... Read More

16-Year-Old Injured in Monday Afternoon Shooting on Baker Road in Blackman Area

Jul 11, 2022 at 05:57 pm by WGNS

A juvenile was injured in a shooting around 12:45 on Monday afternoon. The Rutherford County Sheriff's Office reports the 16-year-old boy suffered the wounds as a result of.... Read More

Despite Ordinances Against It, Fireworks Continue to be Fired in Murfreesboro a Full Week After July 4th

Jul 11, 2022 at 05:44 pm by WGNS

  WGNS has received several emails from listeners who live in the city limits of Murfreesboro asking why they continue to hear the sound of fireworks - a full week after.... Read More

Early Voting Starts this Friday in Rutherford County and Throughout the State of Tennessee

Jul 11, 2022 at 03:27 pm by WGNS

Tennessee’s generous early voting period for the Aug. 4 State and Federal Primary & State and County General Election begins this Friday, July 15, and runs Monday to.... Read More

LaVergne Fire & Rescue Dept. Partner with IROL for Easier Fire Inspection Reporting

Jul 11, 2022 at 02:42 pm by WGNS

(La Vergne, Tenn.) The City of La Vergne Fire and Rescue Department has partnered with a web-based reporting system to make it easier for inspection companies to submit a.... Read More

Burn Ban Lifted in Rutherford County

Jul 11, 2022 at 01:24 pm by WGNS

  Rain has helped to lift the burn ban that was issued on June 24, 2022. Rutherford County Fire & Rescue are asking that residents remember that while State Forestry.... Read More

UPDATE on I-840 Monday AM Shooting...RCSO Needs Your Help!

Jul 11, 2022 at 01:00 pm by WGNS

(RUTHERFORD COUNTY) More news on the shooting that unfolded in the Murfreesboro area Monday morning... One victim was admitted to a Nashville hospital and a second victim tr.... Read More

Survey and Research: Tennessee Residents Earn the 10th Least Alternative Income

Jul 11, 2022 at 12:08 pm by WGNS

Tennessee Residents Earn the 10th Least Alternative Income Heightened inflation over the last year is stretching many households’ finances. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Sta.... Read More

TAX FREE Groceries In August!

Jul 11, 2022 at 10:40 am by WGNS

Mon-Sun (Aug. 1 - 31, 2022) TAX FREE Tennessee covers groceries all month!  During this month-long holiday, food and food ingredients may be purchased tax free! NOT ELIGI.... Read More

Tennessee raises child care assistance by 20%

Jul 11, 2022 at 10:00 am by WGNS

The Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) has announced new actions to support child care providers and parents. On July 1, 2022, TDHS increased child care p.... Read More

TAX FREE Holiday

Jul 11, 2022 at 09:56 am by WGNS

Fri-Sun (July 29-31, 2022) TAX FREE HOLIDAY on clothing, computers and school supplies (everyone is eligible). This includes general apparel that costs $100 or less per item,.... Read More

The 2022 'Taste of Rutherford,' with local food and beer

Jul 11, 2022 at 07:33 am by WGNS

The ‘Taste of Rutherford’ is back and this year’s Picnic Social will be at Oakland’s Mansion on Saturday, July 23, 2022. Taste of Rutherford features a.... Read More

Average Gas Prices Down 13-Cents

Jul 11, 2022 at 07:02 am by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN - Average gasoline prices in Tennessee have fallen 13.0 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $4.27/g on Monday (07/11/22), according to GasBuddy'.... Read More

UPDATE: Serious Saturday Evening Crash New Salem @ Cason Ln.

Jul 09, 2022 at 07:30 pm by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO)  Shortly before 5:00 o'clock Saturday night (7/9/2022) there was a 3-vehicle crash on the New Salem Highway (Eagleville Highway, Highway 99) at C.... Read More

Solid Waste Group Meets Monday 6PM

Jul 09, 2022 at 05:47 pm by WGNS

(MANCHESTER, TN)  The Central Tennessee Regional Solid Waste Planning Board holds its quarterly meeting at 6:00 o'clock this Monday (9/11/2022) evening in the Coffee.... Read More

What's Next For NOTES LIVE Amphitheater?

Jul 09, 2022 at 05:04 pm by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO) What will developers do now that there were not enough Murfreesboro City Council votes to approve the project? Mayor McFarland will be on WGNS this coming Wedne.... Read More

Lt. Col. James Gresham New Commander of AEDC

Jul 09, 2022 at 04:04 pm by WGNS

(TULLAHOMA, TN) Lt. Col. James Gresham is the new commander of the 716th Test Squadron, overseeing aerodynamic and aeropropulsion ground testing for the Arnold Engin.... Read More