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Tennessee Appellate Court Denies Appeal in 2010 Wilson County Murder Case

Mar 30, 2026 at 08:18 pm by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — A Tennessee appellate court has denied relief to a Wilson County man convicted in a 2010 murder and robbery, leaving his decades-long prison sentenc.... Read More

Why You’re Seeing Those Sleek Black License Plates in Tennessee

Mar 30, 2026 at 04:32 pm by WGNS News

TENNESSEE (WGNS) - If you’ve started spotting solid black license plates around Middle Tennessee, you’re not imagining things — and no, the state isn&rsquo.... Read More

World’s Largest Punk Record Collection Finds New Home at MTSU

Mar 30, 2026 at 02:37 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — The world’s largest collection of punk records has officially arrived at Middle Tennessee State University, marking the beginning of a major.... Read More

National Old‑time Banjo Contest Makes Its Comeback

Mar 30, 2026 at 08:24 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Mark your calendars, because one of Middle Tennessee’s most cherished traditions is officially on the books. Uncle Dave Macon Days and Roots.... Read More

Murfreesboro’s Holy Week Tradition Brings Downtown Churches Together Again

Mar 29, 2026 at 03:21 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Holy Week has arrived, and with it comes one of Murfreesboro’s most enduring and quietly powerful traditions: downtown churches joining hands.... Read More

Tennessee's "Six Little Springtime Winters" and One Confused Newcomer

Mar 29, 2026 at 09:06 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN (WGNS) - So you moved to Rutherford County six months ago, lured by the promise of the sunny South. Spring arrived two weeks ago, and you’ve had a.... Read More

Tennessee’s Front‑End Crash Rate Is Among the Nation’s Worst. Can We Fix It?

Mar 29, 2026 at 08:27 am by WGNS News

TENNESSEE (WGNS) - The Volunteer State sits in the middle of a troubling national hotspot for fatal front‑end crashes, and new federal data shows just how serious the problem.... Read More

Four Local Schools Locked Down Friday After Separate Reports; No Threats Found

Mar 28, 2026 at 04:46 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Murfreesboro Police and Rutherford County Sherriff's deputies spent much of Friday responding to unrelated school safety scares — all of whic.... Read More

Tennessee Grieves After Deadly School Bus Collision

Mar 28, 2026 at 04:46 am by WGNS News

CARROLL COUNTY, TN (WGNS) - A heartbreaking tragedy unfolded around noon on Friday (03/27/2026) afternoon in Carroll County when a Montgomery County schools bus carrying Ken.... Read More

April Activities at Lane Agri-Park

Mar 28, 2026 at 04:38 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Anthony Tuggle, director of the Rutherford County Agricultural Extension Service, April arrives Wednesday and brings a month of exciting events. One.... Read More

Oakland High's FFA Outstanding at State Convention

Mar 28, 2026 at 04:27 am by WGNS News

GATLINBURG, TN (WGNS) - The 98th Tennessee FFA (Future Farmers of America) State Convention wrapped-up this past week in Gatlinburg and Oakland High School&rsqu.... Read More

MPD and THP Join Forces to Crack Down on Seatbelt Violations

Mar 27, 2026 at 10:19 am by WGNS News

  Murfreesboro Police and the Tennessee Highway Patrol are teaming up again—this time with a shared goal of getting more drivers and passengers to buckle up..... Read More

Comfort Zone Camp Offers Healing and Hope for Grieving Children

Mar 24, 2026 at 09:33 pm by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, TN (WGNS) - A nationally recognized bereavement camp that has helped more than 25,000 children is coming to Middle Tennessee this fall, offering a free weekend of.... Read More

Rutherford County Zetas Invite Community to Uplift Mothers and Families

Mar 24, 2026 at 11:16 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - The Rutherford County Zetas are inviting the community to come together this spring for an afternoon centered on mothers, babies, and the families.... Read More

From 80 Degrees to 47: Welcome to Spring in the Volunteer State

Mar 24, 2026 at 07:39 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Murfreesboro may be one of the fastest‑growing cities in America — 16th in the nation among cities with more than 100,000 people — but.... Read More

Smyrna Drivers: Expect Nightly Detours on Westbound Sam Ridley Starting Wednesday

Mar 22, 2026 at 06:07 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, TN (WGNS) - Smyrna motorists may want to plan ahead this week, as a major overnight traffic change is set to begin this coming Tuesday, March 24, 2026. Town official.... Read More

Could $644 Be Waiting for You? Thousands of Tennesseans Haven’t Claimed Their Refunds

Mar 22, 2026 at 03:00 pm by WGNS News

WASHINGTON, DC (WGNS) - How would you like to open your mailbox and find an unexpected check for $644? According to the IRS, that’s the average unclaimed refund w.... Read More

Rutherford County Families Invited to Open Their Homes—and Hearts—to International Students

Mar 22, 2026 at 07:43 am by WGNS News

As Rutherford County continues to grow in diversity and global connection, one local program is inviting families to take part in a unique opportunity that brings the w.... Read More

Public Works Praises Tracy Brown’s Experience, Steady Leadership

Mar 21, 2026 at 08:46 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - The City of Murfreesboro is promoting one of its own. Tracy Brown, who has served as assistant director of the Street Department since 2022, will t.... Read More

Murfreesboro Fire-Rescue Offers FREE CPR Class for Citizens May 30th

Mar 21, 2026 at 08:39 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department is once again putting lifesaving skills directly into the hands of the community. They will host a free Citizen.... Read More