Murfreesboro

Emergency Blood Shortage Hits Home...Red Cross Pleads for Donors Now!

Jul 13, 2026 at 06:54 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Murfreesboro’s Heart of Tennessee Chapter of the American Red Cross is sounding the alarm. A steep drop in blood donations since late May has p.... Read More

Rutherford County Braces for One of Its Worst Tick Seasons

Jul 11, 2026 at 06:39 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN (WGNS) - Tick season has arrived in Rutherford County, and health officials say this summer is shaping up to be one of the busiest in years. Emergen.... Read More

Tennessee Public Records Act & Government Transparency with Deborah Fisher

Jul 09, 2026 at 11:08 am

Accessing public records in Tennessee is becoming a battle of skyrocketing fees and legal roadblocks. While the Tennessee Public Records Act was designed to ensure governmen.... Read More

Authorities Warn of Sophisticated Scam Using Fake Federal Law Enforcement Calls

Jun 30, 2026 at 07:26 pm by WGNS News

WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS News) - A neighboring Middle Tennessee county is warning residents about a sophisticated scam involving someone impersonating a federal law enfo.... Read More

Oaklands Mansion Hosts Historical Society's Special America 250 Event 7PM Monday Night!

Jun 14, 2026 at 04:32 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) – The “Heart of Tennessee’s” history enthusiasts has a standing date every third Monday night, but this week’s gathering.... Read More

More Than 45,000 Roovians Play in the Manchester Mud

Jun 13, 2026 at 03:46 pm by WGNS News

MANCHESTER, TN (WGNS) - Bonnaroo 2026 rolled through neighboring Manchester as the festival battled just about everything Mother Nature could throw at it. The eve.... Read More

Four Days, One Mission: Greenhouse Ministries Brings Rutherford County Together

May 10, 2026 at 08:00 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Four special days last week brought Murfreesboro a little closer together, thanks to the steady, heartfelt work of Greenhouse Ministries. Beginning M.... Read More

Local Restaurateurs Behind New Gateway Event Center

May 09, 2026 at 07:58 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - A long-vacant site in the heart of Murfreesboro is finally slated for development. On May 7th, the Murfreesboro City Council approved the sale of.... Read More

NEW INFORMATION Murfreesboro To Host Homecoming Parade & Concert For American Idol Finalist Jordan McCullough

May 06, 2026 at 08:35 am by WGNS News

UPDATE on Tonights Parade and change of venue for the FREE concert - The Show Must Go On! Listen to our interview for the latest information: The parade will still.... Read More

MTSU To Graduate Over 2,500 Students During Spring 2026 Commencement

May 04, 2026 at 11:17 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Middle Tennessee State University will salute more than 2,500 new Blue Raider alumni during May 8-9 commencement ceremonies for the spring Class of 2026. Th.... Read More

Murfreesboro Leaders Evaluate High-Growth Potential with Future Stonesbattle Parkway

May 04, 2026 at 11:03 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Officials in Murfreesboro are moving forward with the 2050 Major Transportation Plan, most recently focusing attention toward the critical Stonesbattle Park.... Read More

Cates–Taylor Descendants Announce 2026 Reunion in Woodbury

Apr 28, 2026 at 01:17 pm by WGNS News

WOODBURY, TN (WGNS) - The descendants of Elder J.M.D. Cates and his wife, Mary Jane Taylor Cates, are preparing for a summer gathering that reflects a growing regional interes.... Read More

UPDATE | Rutherford County Facing Two Rounds of Severe Weather Monday & Tuesday

Apr 26, 2026 at 06:47 pm by Rutherford Weather

SCROLL DOWN FOR MORE INFORMATION RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS) - The National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center are tracking a multi-day severe weather threat for.... Read More

Drug Take Back Day Returns This Saturday

Apr 24, 2026 at 03:15 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN (WGNS) - National Drug Take Back Day is almost here, and there are secure drop-off locations across Rutherford County from 10:00AM to 2:00PM this Saturda.... Read More

Murfreesboro Celebrates History at Cannonsburgh Village This Saturday

Apr 23, 2026 at 01:42 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Cannonsburgh Village will transform into a bustling hub of living history this Saturday for the annual Pioneer Days celebration. The event runs fr.... Read More

From 1,800 to 8,000 Square Feet: The Massive Move Changing Child Advocacy in Middle Tennessee

Apr 23, 2026 at 11:18 am by Producer

Child Advocacy Center expansion is transforming how Middle Tennessee protects its most vulnerable citizens. This episode dives into the major acquisition of Dr. Garner’s.... Read More

Salvation Army Easter Recap and National Salvation Army Week Events

Apr 21, 2026 at 11:07 am by Producer

Easter weekend in Murfreesboro was just the beginning of a massive spring season for the Salvation Army. Sergeants George and Ruby Keith dive into the success of their recen.... Read More

TN State Rep. Mike Sparks: School Bus Safety Bills & Nashville Traffic Updates

Apr 16, 2026 at 11:13 am by Producer

Tennessee's legislative halls are buzzing with debates over school bus safety and local infrastructure that could reshape the daily commute for thousands. State Representati.... Read More

Appellate Court Upholds 30-Year Sentence for Murfreesboro Man in Sexual Abuse Case

Apr 08, 2026 at 03:09 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - An appeal has been filed in a Rutherford County case involving statutory rape by an authority figure and sexual battery by an authority figure..... Read More

MFRD'S Quick Response Stops Shed Fire from Spreading on Veterans Parkway

Mar 29, 2026 at 09:28 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - A small storage shed fire on Veterans Parkway could have turned into something much larger Saturday afternoon, but a fast response from Murfreesbor.... Read More