news

View Related Slideshows

Former Nashville High School Coach Arrested for Aggravated Statutory Rape on Wednesday

Nov 21, 2024 at 03:42 pm by WGNS News

Nashville, TN - A former coach at Donelson Christian Academy surrendered to officers Wednesday evening after an arrest warrant was issued charging him with aggravated statutor.... Read More

Gas Prices in Rutherford County and a ‘Road Trip’ to Paris: Saving Money on Fuel

Nov 21, 2024 at 10:12 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - If there’s one thing Tennessee is crushing lately, it’s being kind of cheap on gas—well, until we’re not. Earlier this week, AA.... Read More

Media Commentary by MTSU Professor Larry Burriss: Polling Predictions Fall Flat in Election Aftermath

Nov 21, 2024 at 01:25 am by WGNS News

OPINION: The aftermath of the recent election has been dominated by debates over polling accuracy and media analysis. Polls initially suggested a close race with potential leg.... Read More

Nearby Watertown Getting More Trains, Trains, Trains

Nov 09, 2024 at 04:15 am by WGNS

Watertown, TN - Not far from Rutherford County in neighboring Wilson County--The City of Watertown has received notice that the US Department of Transportation has approv.... Read More

REMINDER: Main Street Murfreesboro - Downtown After 5 and The Boro Art Crawl

Nov 06, 2024 at 09:56 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Main Street Murfreesboro is hosting “Downtown After 5” on Friday, November 8, from 5:00-8:00 PM.  This event features the small brick-and-m.... Read More

Cybertip Leads to Arrest of Child Exploitation Suspect

Nov 06, 2024 at 09:44 pm by WGNS News

LAWRENCE COUNTY – Southwest of Murfreesboro in Lawrence County, Tennessee, an investigation by special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation Internet Crimes.... Read More

17th Annual Cookin’ To Build Raises over $81,000 for Local Habitat for Humanity

Nov 06, 2024 at 08:12 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN – It was a perfect weather day for Rutherford County Area Habitat for Humanity’s annual Cookin’ To Build event held on the historic Murfrees.... Read More

Criminal Activity, Traffic Woes and More with Guests from the Murfreesboro Police Department

Nov 06, 2024 at 08:01 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - From auto accidents to crime and crime prevention, today’s program focuses on law enforcement at the local level. In this Action Line episode with hos.... Read More

MTSU’s School of Music Students to Spread Holiday Joy at Annual ‘Messiah’ Concert Nov. 17

Nov 04, 2024 at 03:54 pm by WGNS News

MTSU’s School of Music students to spread holiday joy at annual ‘Messiah’ concert Nov. 17   MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee State Univers.... Read More
Slideshow

Chamber's Ambassadors Visited the new Greenhouse SPRING HOUSE

Oct 31, 2024 at 06:30 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN – A group of Chamber Ambassadors visited Greenhouse Ministries and got a sneak-peak at the SPRING HOUSE, that’s where they will give-out clothing.... Read More

OPINION: State Rep. Mike Sparks on Civility that is Easy if We Remember What Unites Instead of Dwelling on Division

Oct 25, 2024 at 03:40 pm by WGNS News

EDITORIAL (Submitted) - Our nation is gripped every four years with a 24-hour news cycle outlining the vast differences between Democrats and Republicans. The American people.... Read More

Survey: Illegal Immigration Top Concern Among House District 49 Residents

Oct 23, 2024 at 09:42 pm by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Illegal immigration was the top concern of House District 49 residents in Smyrna and northern Murfreesboro who completed the 2024 legislative survey c.... Read More

Fuel Cost Averaging $2.77 in Rutherford County on Monday, October 21, 2024

Oct 21, 2024 at 06:32 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Average gasoline prices in Tennessee have fallen 7.4 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.76/g today, according to GasBuddy's survey of 3,82.... Read More

Commentary: Shaping the Future of Media Professionals in a Changing World, by MTSU Professor Larry Burriss

Oct 21, 2024 at 06:21 am by WGNS News

Commentary: October is recognized as National Higher Education Month, providing an opportunity to reflect on the vital role of mass communications education. Dr. Larry Burriss.... Read More

Murfreesboro Airport hosts STEAM Festival event Oct. 19

Oct 16, 2024 at 07:44 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — The Murfreesboro Municipal Airport is once again proud to announce participation in the Discovery Center’s 3rd Annual TN STEAM Fest.... Read More

AAA: TN Gas Prices Surge 12 Cents

Oct 14, 2024 at 01:05 pm by WGNS News

Gas prices across the state reversed course and surged 12 cents higher over last week. The Tennessee Gas Price average is now $2.85 which is 10 cents.... Read More

Rutherford County Fire Marshal Announces Permit Required For All Open Burning

Oct 14, 2024 at 12:14 pm by WGNS News

  Rutherford County, TN – The Rutherford County Fire Marshal’s Office reminds Rutherford County residents during October 15, 2024 through May 15, 2025 that t.... Read More

Local Fire Department Teams Up with NFPA for Fire Prevention Week 2024

Oct 07, 2024 at 04:39 pm by WGNS Radio News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – The Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department (MFRD) is partnering with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) to promote Fire Prevent.... Read More

Reducing Breast Cancer Risk Naturally: Your 5-Minute Good Health Update from Sunshine Nutrition Center

Oct 07, 2024 at 06:16 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - WGNS talks to Kim Hilsman Dunaway from Sunshine Nutrition Center about combating breast cancer and deciding which way to go to naturally reduce your ri.... Read More

MTSU Theatre Students Present One Act Play Festival Oct. 9-11 at Tucker

Oct 03, 2024 at 06:08 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance students will present a trio of plays each night at the One A.... Read More