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UPDATE: Lascassas Pike Second Degree Murder Suspect Scheduled for Court Appearance

May 01, 2025 at 10:47 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Next week, a murder case will make its initial appearance in Rutherford County General Sessions Court, where the suspect faces a single charge of second-deg.... Read More

Wednesday Truck Fire Halted Traffic on I-24 Near Joe B. Jackson Parkway in Murfreesboro

Apr 30, 2025 at 01:50 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - A Wednesday morning truck fire led to the halting of traffic on I-24 this morning. As motorists began to roll past what started as a small blaze, the&n.... Read More

Gas Prices Sway Like a Country Song: Rutherford County Drivers Feeling the Pinch at the Pump

Apr 28, 2025 at 06:21 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN – Start your engines (and maybe your budgeting apps)! As of this week, the average gallon of regular unleaded gasoline across Rutherford County is.... Read More

MTE’s Earth Day Event Brings Sunshine, Clean Energy, and Family Fun to Murfreesboro

Apr 26, 2025 at 01:01 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) – The 24th Annual Earth Day Celebration hosted by Middle Tennessee Electric (MTE) turned out to be a shining success, despite initial concerns.... Read More

Rutherford County Schools Approves Controversial ‘Parental Responsibility Zones’ to Cut Transportation Costs

Apr 24, 2025 at 10:18 pm by WGNS Radio News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS ) - A controversial new transportation policy is coming to Rutherford County Schools. In a 4-to-3 vote, the school board approved “Parental Res.... Read More

From Anxiety to Action - How Volunteering Can Boost Mental Health in Rutherford County

Apr 24, 2025 at 09:15 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - A 2024 poll shows that 43% of adults in the U.S. are feeling more anxious than in past years, an increase of about 6% from the previous year. For many, that.... Read More

Sheriff’s Office Warns of Latest Scam—Because Apparently, It’s Scam Season Again (and again, and again, and again)

Apr 19, 2025 at 09:05 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN – Ah, scams. Like pumpkin spice in the fall or mosquitos in the summer, they’re always in season. This time, the Rutherford County Sheriff's.... Read More

CONTINUED: Legacy Sports Fraud: Father and Son Indicted Over Failed Sports Park - Plans in Murfreesboro Never Materialized

Apr 19, 2025 at 08:58 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN – New information continues to surface regarding the failed plans to build a massive sports complex in Murfreesboro, shedding light on the Arizona-based.... Read More

Recycle Rutherford to Host Spring Meeting Focused on Solid Waste Solutions

Apr 19, 2025 at 05:13 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN – Recycle Rutherford will hold its annual Spring Meeting on Monday, April 28, at 7 p.m. at the Heritage Center, located at 225 W. College Street. The ev.... Read More

Unsung Heroes: Rutherford County Honors Telecommunicators

Apr 18, 2025 at 09:05 am by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - Rutherford County Mayor Joe Carr and Public Safety officials celebrate and thank the Rutherford County Telecommunicators during National Public Safety.... Read More

Rutherford County Man Sentenced to 50 Years for Brutal Domestic Assault and Kidnapping

Apr 16, 2025 at 03:48 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – A Rutherford County man who was sentenced to more than 50 years in prison following a brutal domestic assault that culminated in a horrifying seque.... Read More

Morning Run Turns into Nightmare: Murfreesboro Man Arrested for Trail Attack

Apr 16, 2025 at 02:58 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — A morning jog took a terrifying turn for an 18-year-old woman after she was attacked on a walking trail behind Oaklands Park on Maney Avenue early.... Read More

Dress to Impress—Like a Superhero—on Free Comic Book Day

Apr 15, 2025 at 07:42 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN – Comic book fans of all ages can rejoice as Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) returns to Rutherford County on Saturday, May 3rd. The annual event, celebrated.... Read More

Rutherford County Commission Leaders Applaud Passage of Mineral Severance Tax Legislation Benefiting Rutherford County

Apr 10, 2025 at 03:23 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, Tenn. – Following passage of House Bill 695, a pivotal piece of legislation that authorizes counties to incrementally increase mineral severance tax r.... Read More

Deputy Chelsea Quinn earns Life Saving award

Apr 10, 2025 at 11:58 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN - A routine day at the Rutherford County Judicial Center quickly turned into a life-threatening emergency when Transport Deputy Chelsea Quinn sprang into.... Read More

From Struggle to Strength: The Impact of Barnabas Vision

Apr 08, 2025 at 08:43 pm by WGNS News

Join WGNS’ Scott Walker as he sits down with David Coggin, Executive Director of Barnabas Vision, and Chrisln Ledbetter, Director of Development and Donor Engagement, to.... Read More

New Resolutions Target Mentorship and Student Mental Health, Led by Rep. Sparks

Apr 08, 2025 at 05:10 pm by WGNS News

State Rep. Mike Sparks of Smyrna, recently passed two resolutions aimed at promoting mentorship and improving mental health among Tennessee students. House Joint Resolut.... Read More

Walk, Roll, and Give Back: VA2K Returns to Support Homeless Veterans

Apr 07, 2025 at 09:27 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Get ready to step into action and make a difference at VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System’s (TVHS) VA2K Walk and Roll May 21, 2025, from 11 a..... Read More

Adventures in Agriculture: A Family Day of Farming, Fun, and Giving Back

Apr 07, 2025 at 08:53 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - This Saturday, April 12, the Rutherford County Agriculture Community will host Adventures in Agriculture at the Lane Agri-Park in Murfreesboro. Or.... Read More

MTSU Relay for Life raises $12K in fight against cancer with variety of fundraising efforts

Apr 04, 2025 at 02:53 pm by WGNS Radio News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Aaliyah Jordan and Kate Elam had something in common while attending the annual Middle Tennessee State University Relay for Life recently in the Ca.... Read More