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The Growing Challenge of Affordable Housing in Rutherford and Williamson Counties in Middle Tennessee

Feb 14, 2025 at 12:46 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - Middle Tennessee, with its picturesque landscapes and thriving communities, has seen substantial growth in recent years. Cities within Rutherford and W.... Read More

Quicker Heart Attack Response with AEDs Distributed to County Emergency Services

Feb 14, 2025 at 11:58 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Rutherford County emergency responders will provide quicker treatment for heart attack victims, thanks to a grant from the Christy-Houston Foundation a.... Read More

Stolen Plates, Hidden Crystals - Technology Helps Nab a Wanted Woman in Murfreesboro

Feb 14, 2025 at 10:00 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - WGNS has another news story to report involving technology, this time focusing on the license plate readers attached to multiple police cars in Murfreesboro.... Read More

MTSU Jones College of Business, BERC: Economic Impact of Middle Point Landfill - A Study on Closure Consequences

Feb 13, 2025 at 11:10 pm by WGNS News

 MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – An economic impact study recently conducted by the Business and Economic Research Center (BERC) at Middle Tennessee State Univ.... Read More

Cupid's Broken Arrow: Don’t Break the Law or Let Emotions Interfere with Driving

Feb 13, 2025 at 11:08 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - This Valentine’s Day, nothing says love like swerving while trying to steal a kiss from your significant other, especially if you’ve just w.... Read More

From Arrest to Sentencing: The Murder of a Christiana Man Gunned Down by a Neighbor

Feb 13, 2025 at 06:51 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - UPDATE: A Christiana man accused of killing his neighbor will be imprisoned in Tennessee until he turns 73. His sentencing follows an incident on July.... Read More

LaVergne Police Latest to Warn: Jury Duty Scam Still Targeting Residents

Feb 12, 2025 at 11:59 pm by WGNS News

LA VERGNE, TN - Surprise! Nobody could have seen this coming (said no one ever): the LaVergne Police Department has decided to take a bold step and warn residents about a scam.... Read More

State Rep. Charlie Baum Proposes Expansion of TennCare to Benefit Rural Hospitals

Feb 12, 2025 at 11:41 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - State Rep. Charlie Baum, R-Murfreesboro, is advocating for an expansion of TennCare that aims to provide short-term benefits for Tennesseans in need wh.... Read More

Tennessee's Heart Disease Crisis: Facts and Preventative Measures with Ascension's Hallie McNew, NP-C

Feb 12, 2025 at 09:51 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN – In Tennessee, heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women. Outside of genetics, some of the key risk factors for heart dis.... Read More

Rutherford County Representative Files House Bill 216 for the Quick Removal of Squatters in Tennessee

Feb 12, 2025 at 10:09 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - State Rep. Tim Rudd, R-Murfreesboro, has taken a decisive step to support commercial property owners in Tennessee by introducing House Bill 216, aimed.... Read More

Environmental Accountability: Insights from Middle Point Landfill

Feb 10, 2025 at 06:00 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Join us today on the WGNS Action Line as we delve into the important topic of environmental accountability with Mike Classen, General Manager of Middle.... Read More

Tennessee Becomes Magnet for Young Professionals in 2023 and Beyond

Feb 10, 2025 at 05:10 pm by WGNS News

Tennessee is rapidly establishing itself as a top destination for young professionals, with millennials making up 27% of new arrivals and Gen Z’ers following closely beh.... Read More

Rutherford County Gas Prices 6th Lowest in State and Tennessee Ranks 5th Lowest Prices in America

Feb 10, 2025 at 07:14 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Starting the week of February 10, 2025, in Rutherford County, the average price of 87 octane gasoline is currently $2.67 per gallon. Rutherford County.... Read More

The Dark Side of Rutherford County - The DA's Office Explores Current and Past Murder Cases, Cold Cases and More

Feb 07, 2025 at 10:23 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Podcast: Dive into the gripping world of crime and justice with J. Paul Newman, a retired assistant district attorney, as your guide through the often.... Read More

Handful of Rutherford County Residents Take Home the Bucks in Tennessee Lottery Games

Feb 06, 2025 at 01:02 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Several people are starting the year off with a bang in Rutherford County, with one lucky recipient winning half a million dollars in the Powerball Dou.... Read More

Rutherford County School Bus Drivers Demand 35% Pay Increase Amid Rising Expenses

Feb 06, 2025 at 10:07 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - School bus drivers contracted by the Rutherford County Schools are busy throughout the academic year transporting students, to and from school…&.... Read More

Smyrna Police Officer Arrested for Forgery and Identity Theft

Feb 05, 2025 at 05:47 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY – The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation confirmed the arrest of a Smyrna Police Officer on Wednesday. Following an investigation by TBI special agents.... Read More

Property Tax Relief Options Available for Seniors and Veterans

Feb 04, 2025 at 05:17 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - While last year's property taxes throughout the county were due on the first Monday in October, you still have time to submit those payments. Homeowner.... Read More

ALICE in Rutherford County: Unveiling the Hidden Struggles of Working Families

Feb 04, 2025 at 04:12 pm by WGNS Radio News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY,  TN  - The League of Women Voters (LWV) of Murfreesboro/Rutherford County, the United Way of South Central Tennessee, the Human Development and Fa.... Read More

No Sleep, All Code: MTSU Students Push Limits at 10th Annual HackMT

Feb 04, 2025 at 03:52 pm by WGNS Radio News

  MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — While most of the teams in the 10th annual Middle Tennessee State University Computer Science Department HackMT experienced successful comp.... Read More