Middle Tennessee Electric makes largest ad valorem tax payment in organization’s history to Rutherford County

Feb 02, 2022 at 03:22 pm by WGNS

As a not-for-profit electric cooperative, Middle Tennessee Electric (MTE) is exempt from certain types of taxes, but it is still one of the largest taxpayers to local governme.... Read More

Redistricting Counties throughout Tennessee - Changes Locally this Voting Season

Feb 02, 2022 at 08:52 am by WGNS

Election districts have slightly changed in Rutherford County and throughout the state. The new redistricting maps received final approval by both chambers last week. The ch.... Read More

Joseph Givens inducted into bus driver hall of fame after 50 years of service

Feb 01, 2022 at 03:31 pm by WGNS

A local school bus driver who has transported some of the most valuable and meaningful passengers to area parents, was recognized for his dedication and service to the commu.... Read More

TN: Governor Lee and the State of the State Address Includes a $52-Billion Price Tag

Jan 31, 2022 at 11:58 pm by WGNS

  Education was a major focus of the Governor's State of the State address.On Monday evening (1/31/22), Tennessee Governor Bill Lee presented a proposed budget while hig.... Read More

Deadline for Choice and Magnet Schools in Rutherford County is Here

Jan 31, 2022 at 09:45 am by WGNS

The deadline to apply and learn more about Choice Schools and Magnet Schools in Rutherford County has arrived (Monday, 1/31/22) and Tuesday (2/1/22).The Rutherford County Scho.... Read More

Rutherford County Election Administrator Alan Farley on the air with WGNS' Scott Walker

Jan 31, 2022 at 09:06 am by Producer

Rutherford County, Tennessee Elections - 2022 Tues. (Feb 1, 2022) Scott talks with Rutherford County Election Administrator Alan Farley about this year (2022) being a big.... Read More

Auto Emission Testing Has Ended in Rutherford County and 4-Other Counties

Jan 28, 2022 at 03:08 pm by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN—It all ended just 14-days into the New Year... and now Rutherford County is sitting at 14-days into the change dealing with auto emission testing.... Read More

Outstanding Fairs were Honored at 100th Annual Convention in Murfreesboro

Jan 27, 2022 at 11:38 am by WGNS

This past week, Murfreesboro was home to a historic mark in history, the milestone celebration of 100 years of fairs throughout the Volunteer State. On January 20th through.... Read More

Vanderbilt Child Health Poll of Tennessee parents: 40% of kids missed at least one week of school; 70% favor remote learning availability

Jan 26, 2022 at 04:34 pm by WGNS

STUDY: The latest analysis of the Vanderbilt Child Health Poll has found that nearly 40% of Tennessee parents said their children missed at least one week of school during the.... Read More

Rutherford County Schools to hold Career Fair and Sign-on Bonuses Available for Some Positions

Jan 24, 2022 at 02:24 pm by WGNS

The Rutherford County Schools are hiring and a sign on bonus is available for new teachers in certain fields of study...That was Dr. Andrea Anthony, Assistant Superintendent.... Read More

United Way of Rutherford and Cannon Counties Announces the Opening of the VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) Program

Jan 24, 2022 at 11:20 am by WGNS

United Way of Rutherford and Cannon Counties announces the opening of the VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) program for the upcoming tax season, February 3 – April.... Read More

The Rutherford County School System is Hiring as we take a look at Student Growth mixed with More Schools

Jan 24, 2022 at 09:21 am by Producer

Today on the WGNS Action Line, WGNS' Scott Walker spoke to the Rutherford County School’s Human Resources department. Some of the highlights discussed: • Virtua.... Read More

Gas Prices in Rutherford County and Throughout Tennessee This Week

Jan 24, 2022 at 07:29 am by WGNS

Average gasoline prices in Tennessee are unchanged  in the last week, averaging $3.01/g today, according to GasBuddy's survey of 3,821 stations in Tennessee. Prices in Te.... Read More

Free Coats for Those in Need - Friday, Jan. 28, 2022 in Murfreesboro

Jan 23, 2022 at 11:30 am by WGNS

Barnabas Vision is having a coat giveaway on Friday the 28th from 8:30am - 11:00am.  The coats are free for those who lack the ability to buy a coat. Coats will be a.... Read More

Tennessee Family Fighting Pediatric Cancer Explains How the National Blood Donation Crisis Affects their Child’s Care

Jan 21, 2022 at 03:59 pm by WGNS

The Red Cross is experiencing a historic blood donation crisis. Blood donations are at their lowest in over a decade. Donations are crucial in helping people make swift recove.... Read More

In Case You Missed It: Houses Selling for More Than Asking Price in Rutherford County and Beyond

Jan 20, 2022 at 10:20 pm by WGNS

WGNS spoke to Realtor David Estes with Parks Realty about the housing market locally. Estes recalled what a home with 3-bedrooms and a 2-car garage once sold for in the Murfre.... Read More

Barnett plans to use background in classroom, transportation department as first Assistant Director of Transportation withing Rutherford County Schools

Jan 20, 2022 at 10:14 pm by WGNS

As the first assistant director of transportation, Wanda Barnett plans to use her extensive experience to serve students to ensure they get to and from school daily.“I&r.... Read More

MTSU ushers in ‘Year of the Tiger’ in U.S., China with music, dancing, opera

Jan 19, 2022 at 04:00 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — The eyes of the tiger will be on MTSU during two special online performances to celebrate the Lunar New Year.The Center for Chinese Music and.... Read More

Central Tennessee Regional Planning Board seeking additional evidence related to Middle Point Landfill expansion application

Jan 19, 2022 at 03:29 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Pursuant to a recent court ruling by the Chancery Court in BFI vs. Regional Board, the Central Tennessee Regional Solid Waste Planning Board i.... Read More

Rutherford County Medical Examiner’s Office to Hire Two Medicolegal Investigators

Jan 19, 2022 at 01:05 pm by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN (January 19, 2022)—The Rutherford County Medical Examiner’s Office (RCMEO) is seeking to hire two Medicolegal Death Investigators (MDIs).The.... Read More