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Tennesseans Have Time to Apply for Federal Help with COVID-19 Funeral Expenses

May 18, 2021 at 07:00 am by WGNS

The Tennessee Emergency Management Agency encourages Tennesseans who lost loved ones to COVID-19 to apply for the assistance that is still available from the Federal Emergency.... Read More

Over 4,000 Children in Our Area are in need of Foster Parents

Apr 07, 2021 at 10:54 am by WGNS

Foster parents are in low supply right now, partly due to the ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic. But, there is no shortage of children in need of a loving family in Rutherford County&.... Read More

Greenhouse Ministries in Murfreesboro is Helping Residents fill out Job Applications

Mar 24, 2021 at 11:47 am by WGNS

As the COVID Pandemic slowly closes and employment once again increases, Greenhouse Ministries continues to help residents apply for a job. For some, the pandemic may have equ.... Read More

"Encouragement Month" Continues with Barnabas Vision in Murfreesboro

Feb 15, 2021 at 01:00 pm by WGNS

Encouragement month continues with Barnabas Vision in Murfreesboro. As many understand, November and December proved how generous Rutherford County is in helping oth.... Read More

Greenhouse Ministries to Increase Help for those in Need with New Structure to be Completed by Fall of 2021

Dec 30, 2020 at 12:04 pm by WGNS

Construction has begun on the new Greenhouse Ministries building, which is directly behind their current offices. Founder Cliff Sharp told WGNS…The new building will ha.... Read More

Groundbreaking Ceremony for NEW Greenhouse Ministries Building was held on Thursday

Nov 12, 2020 at 02:55 pm by WGNS

Greenhouse Ministries in Murfreesboro held a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday for their new $4.8 million building. The new structure will be built directly behind their cur.... Read More

WANTED: Secret Santa’s for Needy Families in Rutherford / Cannon Counties

Nov 12, 2020 at 02:00 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, TN — “2020 has been a tough year for all of us—with layoffs, furloughs, and families unable to pay their bills and buy groceries,” said C.... Read More

SNAP Recipients May Have More Benefits Than They Realize

Nov 11, 2020 at 08:37 pm by WGNS

By Patty Sellars, Legal Aid Society: The COVID-19 pandemic has caused upheaval to the lives of almost everyone, but the effects have been most pronounced among lower-income pe.... Read More

1 in 3 Military families have experienced a loss of income due to COVID-related unemployment

Oct 22, 2020 at 08:00 am by WGNS

1 in 3 military families have experienced a loss of income due to COVID-related unemployment among military spouses. As a result, many military families now find it difficult.... Read More

HABITAT for HUMANITY: Help Build a New Home for a Local Front Line Worker

Oct 05, 2020 at 02:15 pm by WGNS

Habitat for Humanity is asking the community to come together for their Front Line Workers during a “Virtual Nail Drive.” The project will equal a new house for Me.... Read More

Conference in Murfreesboro to help those who have lost a loved one

Sep 21, 2020 at 01:24 pm by WGNS

REMINDER: A free grief conference will take place in Murfreesboro on September 25th and 26th at Calvary Baptist Church. The event is open to anyone who has lost a loved one&he.... Read More

State Rep. Bryan Terry to introduce “Pathway to Prosperity” legislation during 2021 legislative session

Sep 16, 2020 at 11:27 am by WGNS

State Rep. Bryan Terry, MD (R-Murfreesboro) is preparing to introduce “Pathway to Prosperity” legislation for the 2021 legislative session in efforts to support Te.... Read More

Lost Wages Assistance program Announces: $300 Unemployment Payments Ending

Sep 11, 2020 at 11:40 am by WGNS

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has informed the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD) funding for Lost Wages Assistance (LWA) program.... Read More

LOCAL POKER RUN Event Benefiting Habitat for Humanity

Sep 09, 2020 at 12:07 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN – Supporters of Rutherford County Area Habitat for Humanity will take to the streets on September 19th for the 12th Annual Hammer Down for Habitat Motor.... Read More

Barnabas Vision is hosting a FREE livestream concert

Aug 26, 2020 at 12:30 pm by WGNS

Local non-profit Barnabas Vision is hosting a FREE livestream concert featuring the husband-wife duo, Johnny & Heidi, on Saturday, August 29th at 7pm.  The event will.... Read More

MTSU, sorority partner to distribute 5,000 COVID-19 care packages for students

Aug 24, 2020 at 03:59 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — As classes kickoff at Middle Tennessee State University this week, returning students living in residence halls and frequenting high traffic l.... Read More

Application Period Extended Until August 14 for Pandemic Food Assistance

Jul 27, 2020 at 09:30 am by WGNS

Tennessee parents have additional time to apply for an important program designed to help them feed their families during the COVID-19 pandemic. Applications will now be accep.... Read More

Deadline Extended Until July 27 for Families to Apply for Pandemic Food Assistance

Jul 13, 2020 at 05:15 am by WGNS

The Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) is taking steps to ensure parents are able to receive a program designed to help them feed their children during the COVID-19.... Read More

Amelia’s Closet Announces Expansion Program

Jul 10, 2020 at 09:57 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN – Amelia’s Closet is expanding its mission after five years of serving Middle Tennessee, founding Executive Director Jody Powers officially announ.... Read More

Middle Tennessee Electric Donates $100K to Murfreesboro Charities

Jul 08, 2020 at 07:27 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, TN – Having just completed its merger with the Murfreesboro Electric Department, Middle Tennessee Electric (MTE) announced today $100,000 in donations to t.... Read More