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UPDATES: Coming in 2026: Murfreesboro’s Veterans Park Promises All-Inclusive Outdoor Fun and Continued Upgrades Throughout Parks System

Apr 30, 2025 at 09:57 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Murfreesboro’s newest park projects is officially underway. The City broke ground in late March 2025 on Veterans Park, a sprawling 153-acre c.... Read More

TBI Investigating Fatal Officer-Involved Shooting in Neighboring Wilson County Following Barricade Situation

Apr 29, 2025 at 10:53 pm by WGNS News

MT. JULIET, TN — A domestic violence call in Wilson County escalated into a fatal officer-involved shooting Tuesday evening after a man reportedly fired at deputies duri.... Read More

⏩County Schools to Delay prz Proposal Amid Budget Challenges and No Bus Strike Planned

Apr 29, 2025 at 09:52 pm by WGNS

VIDEO FROM RUTHERFORD COUNTY SCHOOLS MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — In a video message to families, Rutherford County Director of Schools Dr. Jimmy Sullivan provided key.... Read More

House Fire on Joe Bond Trail Leaves Home Damaged but No Injuries Reported

Apr 29, 2025 at 07:00 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN — A house fire broke out Tuesday morning on Joe Bond Trail, prompting a rapid response from the Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department (MFRD). Firefighters.... Read More

Barfield Elementary Students Safe After Bus Crash at S. Church Street

Apr 29, 2025 at 06:55 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN — A Rutherford County school bus carrying elementary students was involved in a traffic accident Tuesday afternoon at the intersection of Calumet and So.... Read More

Coach Jamie Carver Steps Down After 12 Seasons Leading MTCS Baseball

Apr 29, 2025 at 04:20 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) – After 12 seasons at the helm, Coach Jamie Carver has announced his resignation as head coach of the Middle Tennessee Christian Sch.... Read More

A Life Worth Celebrating: 16th Annual Dinner Banquet Honors Children of Fallen Heroes

Apr 29, 2025 at 03:52 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - What began as a heartfelt tribute to one fallen Marine’s child has grown into a nationwide movement supporting more than 5,000 children. On.... Read More

Rutherford County Schools Set to Celebrate 2025 Graduations Across the District

Apr 29, 2025 at 03:11 pm by WGNS

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS) - Graduation season is upon us, and Rutherford County Schools are gearing up to celebrate the Class of 2025 with a series of ceremonies across.... Read More

Smyrna-Based Leader Mill Trains Young Men for Real-Life Manhood Through Hands-On Experience

Apr 29, 2025 at 02:27 pm by WGNS

SMYRNA, Tenn. (WGNS) – In the heart of Smyrna, Tennessee, a bold initiative is reshaping the future of manhood. The Leader Mill, a transformative non-profit rooted.... Read More

La Vergne Sailor Supports Naval Replenishment Operations in the Indian Ocean

Apr 29, 2025 at 02:24 pm by WGNS

INDIAN OCEAN (WGNS) — Operations Specialist 2nd Class Htee Shee, a native of La Vergne, was recently photographed supporting replenishment-at-sea operations aboard the A.... Read More

Firefighters Quickly Contain Blaze at Home on Joe Bond Trail; No Injuries Reported

Apr 29, 2025 at 02:20 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — Fire crews responded to a house fire on Joe Bond Trail Tuesday morning, where they found flames coming from the front of the residence upon.... Read More

Investigation Continues After Two Bodies Discovered Near J. Percy Priest Lake

Apr 29, 2025 at 01:55 pm by WGNS Radio News

NASHVILLE,  TN - One of two men found murdered in a wooded area near Percy Priest Lake has been identified as 19-year-old Amir Landan Wilkerson of Alabaster, Alabama. Aut.... Read More

Rutherford County Gathers in Faith at Annual Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast

Apr 29, 2025 at 10:14 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - For over 20 years, the Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast has been a longstanding tradition and a meaningful gathering place for community leaders across R.... Read More

UPDATE | Murfreesboro Motorcyclist Identified in Fatal South Church Street Crash

Apr 28, 2025 at 09:41 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — The motorcyclist killed in a crash on South Church Street Thursday evening has been identified as 21-year-old Dax Van Ekelenburg of Murfrees.... Read More

ACLU-TN Files Lawsuit on Behalf of Families, PEN America to Halt Book Bans in Rutherford County Schools

Apr 28, 2025 at 06:42 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - About two weeks ago, the ACLU of Tennessee and PEN America filed a lawsuit against the Rutherford County School Board for banning more than 145 books f.... Read More

Gas Prices Sway Like a Country Song: Rutherford County Drivers Feeling the Pinch at the Pump

Apr 28, 2025 at 06:21 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN – Start your engines (and maybe your budgeting apps)! As of this week, the average gallon of regular unleaded gasoline across Rutherford County is.... Read More

COMMENTARY: Why Public Officials Can't Sue News Outlets for Mistakes, by MTSU Professor

Apr 28, 2025 at 05:51 pm by WGNS News

COMMENTARY: In a recent court case, former vice-presidential candidate Sarah Palin sued "The New York Times" for libel after the newspaper made a factual mistake about her. Th.... Read More

SCAM UPDATE: Toll Road Scams Coincidently Hitting Multiple People After Vacation

Apr 28, 2025 at 05:41 pm by WGNS News

MIDDLE TENNESSEE - A scam making the rounds across Rutherford County, Warren County, and other nearby communities is tricking unsuspecting residents into paying fake toll viol.... Read More

Vehicle Fire Temporarily Disrupts Traffic on I-24 in Murfreesboro

Apr 28, 2025 at 05:32 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – A vehicle fire briefly disrupted traffic on Interstate 24 eastbound Monday afternoon near the 83-mile marker, situated between the S. Church Stre.... Read More

Tennessee Breaks Ground on New $59.3 Million TEMA Warehouse and Middle Region Coordination Center

Apr 28, 2025 at 05:26 pm by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Tennessee Governor Bill Lee, along with representatives from the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA), Goodwyn Mills Cawood (GMC) Ar.... Read More