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Murfreesboro City Council to Consider Firearms Auction, $1.5M Crime Grant, Rezoning, and Major Purchases

Dec 10, 2025 at 10:58 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — The Murfreesboro City Council will review a wide array of purchasing, public safety, infrastructure, and zoning matters during its regular workshop.... Read More

Murfreesboro Police Warn: Leaving Your Car Running Is Illegal and Dangerous in Tennessee

Dec 10, 2025 at 10:40 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — As colder mornings and quick convenience stops become more frequent, Murfreesboro police are reminding drivers that leaving a vehicle running and u.... Read More

Mid-State Mourns the Passing of Jim Demos

Dec 10, 2025 at 08:49 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - The mid-state lost a legend Wednesday morning with the passing of beloved restaurateur Jim Demos. Known not only for his role in shaping Middle Tennessee&rs.... Read More

Mayor and Rutherford County Purchasing Committee Eyes Independent Property Appraisals Hours After Ethics Meeting Regarding the Mayor

Dec 10, 2025 at 07:01 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. — The Rutherford County Purchasing Committee met on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at 4:30 p.m., just 3.5 hours after the County Ethics Committee co.... Read More

Lost in a Parking Lot: 42 Years of Memories Tied to Missing Rings in Murfreesboro

Dec 09, 2025 at 11:38 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN — A Murfreesboro couple married for more than four decades is holding on to hope after three deeply sentimental anniversary rings were lost last weekend.... Read More

Sobriety Checkpoint Planned on Rutherford Boulevard in Murfreesboro This Friday

Dec 09, 2025 at 11:17 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN — Tennessee Highway Patrol troopers will conduct a sobriety checkpoint in Murfreesboro as part of an effort to keep impaired drivers off the road during.... Read More

One Found Dead Following Outbuilding Fire on Ridley Earp Road in Rutherford County

Dec 09, 2025 at 08:05 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN — Rutherford County Fire and Rescue crews responded to an outbuilding fire in the 7000 block of Ridley Earp Road at approximately 8:00 p.m. on Mond.... Read More

Lock It or Lose It: Murfreesboro Police Urge Vehicle Safety During Holidays

Dec 08, 2025 at 09:48 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — As the holiday season begins, Murfreesboro Police are warning residents to stay alert as criminals become more active during this time of year. Off.... Read More

New Gift Policy Clarifies What Murfreesboro City Officials May Accept from Others

Dec 08, 2025 at 04:13 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — The Murfreesboro City Council has approved changes to the city’s Ethics Code aimed at clarifying what gifts city employees and officials ar.... Read More

From Wrinkles to Migraines: How Botox Is Helping Headache Patients in Middle Tennessee

Dec 08, 2025 at 12:30 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Botox is widely known for smoothing out wrinkles, but many doctors utilize it on patients who complain of ongoing headaches... That was Dr. Cra.... Read More

UPDATED: Internet Provider Scams, Bank Scams and Scammers who Pose as Local Law Enforcement

Dec 08, 2025 at 10:19 am by WGNS News

Recent Internet Scams - WGNS has more scams to bring you up-to-date on, with the first episode focusing on, “If It Sounds Too Good to Be True, It Definitely Is..... Read More

16-Year-Old Maggie Isble Faces Life-Altering Injuries After Thanksgiving Trampoline Accident

Dec 08, 2025 at 07:48 am by WGNS News

SUMNER COUNTY, Tenn. — A 16-year-old girl from Sumner County is now paralyzed from the chest down after suffering a devastating injury at a local trampoline park durin.... Read More

New Beginnings: MTSU’s Class of 2025 Steps Forward--1,600+ strong!

Dec 07, 2025 at 07:43 pm by WGNS News

NEWS SUMMARY: Murfreesboro, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee State University will celebrate its newest graduates this Saturday, December 13, as more than 1,600 students.... Read More

La Vergne Police Say Community Safer After Drug Arrest

Dec 07, 2025 at 07:43 am by WGNS News

La VERGNE, TN - Saturday night (12/6/2025) around 10:36PM an officer spotted a vehicle speeding down Murfreesboro Rd. at speeds around 75 miles per hour. The police officer qu.... Read More

From a Ride-Along to Forensics: Citizens Police Academy offers a Hands-On Look at Law Enforcement

Dec 06, 2025 at 02:57 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Ever wondered what it’s really like to wear a badge? The Murfreesboro Police Department is giving residents a chance to see what it's like to b.... Read More

Op-Ed: Time to Compensate Student Teachers

Dec 06, 2025 at 11:09 am by WGNS News

Op-Ed: Time to Compensate Student Teachers - by: JC Bowman, Executive Director of Professional Educators of TennesseeThe ongoing debate over unpaid student teaching is mo.... Read More

From Murfreesboro to Nashville: A Nine-Year Look at Marriage and Divorce Rates in Middle Tennessee

Dec 05, 2025 at 04:18 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — A sweeping nine-year analysis of marriage and divorce data reveals dramatic contrasts across Middle Tennessee, with several of the more rural count.... Read More

Smart Rutherford Now Speaks 100+ Languages to Serve Every Resident

Dec 05, 2025 at 02:17 pm by WGNSRadio

MURFREESBORO, TN - Rutherford County’s digital assistant, Smart Rutherford, has taken a bold step forward in accessibility. The platform now speaks more than 100 langu.... Read More

Barnabas Vision Seeks Community Help to Ensure Every Family Has a Christmas in Murfreesboro

Dec 05, 2025 at 07:51 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 Christmas &ndash.... Read More

Mayor McFarland Recognizes Parks Employee for Heroic Response at Sports*Com

Dec 04, 2025 at 11:25 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Quick thinking and life-saving training helped prevent a tragedy at Sports*Com, and now a longtime City of Murfreesboro employee is being honored f.... Read More