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Cuyler Lanier Named Head Boys Basketball Coach at Central Magnet

Jun 04, 2025 at 03:34 pm by WGNS Radio News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Central Magnet School in Murfreesboro has promoted assistant coach Cuyler Lanier to lead its boys basketball program. The move follows the departu.... Read More

Rutherford County Mayor Joe Carr Responds to Property Assessor Noncompliance Findings

Jun 04, 2025 at 02:41 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) – Rutherford County Mayor Joe Carr is responding to a serious state report that found major problems in how local property values are bei.... Read More

Tennessee Highway Patrol and TACN Honored with National Award for Public Safety Communications

Jun 04, 2025 at 01:34 pm by WGNS Radio News

BELLEVUE, Wash. (WGNS) – The Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) and the Tennessee Advanced Communications Network (TACN) have received national recognition for their le.... Read More

Wondering what is coming to the corner of W. Northfield Blvd. and Sulphur Springs Rd.

Jun 04, 2025 at 10:48 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Perhaps you have seen the heavy construction equipment clearing the large parcel of land that is on the corner of W. Northfield Blvd. and Sul.... Read More

RuCo Assistant District Attorney Arrested, Charged with Domestic Assault

Jun 03, 2025 at 07:55 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - Special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) have arrested and charged a Rutherford County prosecutor following an investigation int.... Read More

La Vergne Police Department Launches Cutting-Edge Drone Team, Advancing Public Safety Efforts

Jun 03, 2025 at 02:14 pm by WGNS

La Vergne, TN - The La Vergne Police Department continues its forward momentum under the leadership of Chief Christopher Moews (pronounced “Mays”).  marking a.... Read More

Murfreesboro Man Seeks Answers in Two-Year Disappearance of Sister

Jun 03, 2025 at 01:06 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - A Murfreesboro man is searching for answers after going two-years without contact with his sister. 29-year-old Jordan Ruth Summer-Brown was last k.... Read More

Legislation cracking down on AI-generated child pornography signed into law!

Jun 03, 2025 at 12:28 pm by WGNS

Nashville, TN - Legislation sponsored by Senator Ken Yager (R-Kingston) to combat the rise of AI-generated child pornography in Tennessee was signed into law by Governor Bill.... Read More

Discovery School Named a 2024-2025 Tree Campus by Arbor Day Foundation

Jun 03, 2025 at 11:46 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - Discovery School has earned another national recognition by going green. The Arbor Day Foundation has named Discovery School a 2024–2025 K-12 Tree Cam.... Read More

Murfreesboro Launches Legacy Recognition Program to Honor Retired Employees

Jun 03, 2025 at 10:55 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - Murfreesboro is celebrating the dedicated public servants who have shaped the city’s growth and well-being with its new Legacy Recognition Program&m.... Read More

2025 Growing Season Brings Weed Control Challenges—And Expert Advice!

Jun 03, 2025 at 09:52 am by WGNS

Row crop farmers across Tennessee are battling a familiar foe this season—pesky weeds. But fear not! Help is on the way, thanks to the Rutherford County Master Gardene.... Read More

Vehicle Ignites Near The Avenue in Murfreesboro on Monday: Firefighters Act Quickly

Jun 03, 2025 at 06:53 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN — On Monday morning, Murfreesboro Fire Rescue crews responded to a vehicle fire outside the Thorntons gas station and convenience stor.... Read More

MTSU Wins National Recognition for Archaeology Awareness Poster

Jun 03, 2025 at 06:49 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - Middle Tennessee State University has once again secured national recognition for its contributions to archaeology awareness. Representing Tennessee, M.... Read More

Growth + Expenses: "Times Are Changing" at RCS

Jun 02, 2025 at 07:04 pm by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN - Here's an update on growth in the Rutherford County School system. As reported earlier, last week the Board finalized a new contract with its owner-ope.... Read More

Free Hangtags Aim to Curb Child Heatstroke Deaths in Tennessee Vehicles

Jun 02, 2025 at 05:50 pm by WGNS News

TENNESSEE - Tennessee Secretary of State Tre Hargett, State Rep. Scott Cepicky, the Tennessee Department of Health, the Tennessee Department of Safety, and AAA today urged par.... Read More

MTE Linemen Shine at Tennessee Valley Lineman Rodeo

Jun 02, 2025 at 04:42 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn.  (WGNS) - Middle Tennessee Electric (MTE) showcased top-tier talent and community spirit as its linemen earned 17 awards during the annual Tennes.... Read More

9 MTSU Cadets Commissioned as U.S. Army Officers During Special Ceremony

Jun 02, 2025 at 01:29 pm by WGNS Radio News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Nine Middle Tennessee State University graduating senior cadets in the Military Science program were commissioned as U.S. Army second lieutenants d.... Read More

Rutherford County Mourns the Passing of Compassionate Community Leader Lenny Farmer

Jun 02, 2025 at 11:32 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Rutherford County lost a friend who has helped many make it through challenging times. Lenny Farmer passed away Sunday, June 1, 2025. Fo.... Read More

UPDATE: Rape Trial Set for Local Pastor in Rutherford County - Spouse Also Facing Charges

Jun 02, 2025 at 11:27 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN — A local couple is preparing to face a long list of felony charges involving the alleged sexual abuse of children, with a trial set to begin in late Ju.... Read More

TN Supreme Court Hears Landmark Case Challenging Quarry Restrictions Under County Powers Act

Jun 02, 2025 at 11:21 am by WGNS News

Nashville, TN —  One week ago, the Tennessee Supreme Court heard oral arguments in Tinsley Properties, LLC et al. v. Grundy County, a high-stakes legal battle that.... Read More