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State Agencies Issue Scam Warnings in Ongoing Helene Recovery

Oct 03, 2024 at 03:42 pm by WGNS News

In the aftermath of  and following Wednesday’s federal major disaster declaration impacting flood-ravaged parts of East Tennessee, several state agencies have joine.... Read More

Donate School Supplies Now Until July 24 for United Way ‘Stuff the Bus’ Initiative

Jul 03, 2024 at 12:51 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee State University’s College of Education is again partnering with the United Way of Rutherford and Cannon.... Read More

Local Volunteers Spread Joy Worldwide Through Operation Christmas Child

Dec 05, 2023 at 02:34 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro,  TN - In a heartwarming celebration of generosity and goodwill, area volunteers are rejoicing as tens of thousands of gift-filled shoeboxes are collected fo.... Read More

Frozen Turkeys are Bringing Families Together - Turkey Drive This Friday

Nov 15, 2023 at 01:17 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - One non-profit in Murfreesboro is making a difference in the lives of others by bringing families and friends together in a unique way. A number of years.... Read More

Organizers plan 2nd Free Cycle event Aug. 12 to provide food, items for MTSU students

Aug 07, 2023 at 02:43 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Free Cycle is returning for Middle Tennessee State University students — with plans to make it even larger than the inaugural.... Read More

Special Fashion Show with Senior Models will Raise Funds to Help Senior Citizens in Need

Apr 14, 2023 at 07:36 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN - A nonprofit faith-based organization in Rutherford County, sponsored by the Churches of Christ, is hosting a fashion show / fundraiser this month. The eve.... Read More

Gifts of Bicycles are Changing the Direction for Some in the Murfreesboro Area

Jan 18, 2023 at 06:13 am by WGNS News

(Murfreesboro, TN) Sometimes, a true gift that can change the direction of a life - - comes on two wheels. Adult bicycles are needed at Greenhouse Ministries in Murfreesboro&.... Read More

James Price of the Better Business Bureau talks to WGNS about Donations and How to Spot Scamsters

Oct 05, 2022 at 11:05 am by Producer

This morning on Rutherford Issues, WGNS' Scott Walker was joined by James Price with the Better Business Bureau. Today, Price talked about charity giving after natural disaste.... Read More

Drop off clothing donations Aug. 11-12 to restock MTSU Career Closet student resource

Jul 29, 2022 at 08:45 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee State University’s Alumni Office and the Career Development Center have teamed up for an upcoming clothing drive to res.... Read More

Mitchell Named Executive Director for American Red Cross "Heart of Tennessee" Chapter

May 10, 2022 at 03:35 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. - The Tennessee Region of the American Red Cross is pleased to announce that John Mitchell has been named the Executive Director with the Heart of Ten.... Read More
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WGNS' Bart Walker receives Red Cross Heroes Award, Sandy Hughes named Volunteer of the Year

May 10, 2022 at 02:10 pm by WGNS

(Rutherford County, TN) The American Red Cross Heart of Tennessee Chapter awarded WGNS’ very own Bart Walker as the 2022 Hero on Tuesday morning during the annual Red Cr.... Read More

BLOOD CRISIS: Threat to Red Cross blood supply continues

Jan 25, 2022 at 09:40 am by WGNS

While there has been a significant and encouraging response to the dire need for blood across the nation, the American Red Cross needs more people to give in the weeks ahead t.... 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

Foundation to provide hope for residents in need of a helping hand

Jan 06, 2022 at 11:00 am by WGNS

With three major projects completed through community outreach, the LaVergne based “We Are Hope Foundation” has been formally established. The mission of the Found.... Read More

Red Cross emergency blood shortage: Lowest supply levels in more than a decade

Oct 26, 2021 at 02:31 pm by WGNS

With Thanksgiving and the holidays approaching, the American Red Cross urges donors to continue to make and keep appointments now and in the weeks ahead to help overcome the o.... Read More

MTSU True Blue Blood Drive Honors Three Alumni for Donating more than 1,300 Units of Blood Nov. 1-Nov. 3

Oct 18, 2021 at 06:50 am by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn., — The Middle Tennessee State University Blue Raiders are joining forces with the American Red Cross to get more than 300 units of blood co.... Read More

The Red Cross Needs Your Help - Donation Drives in Rutherford, Bedford and Coffee Counties

Sep 13, 2021 at 07:47 am by WGNS

When patients living with sickle cell disease face a sickle cell crisis, blood transfusions can make a lifesaving difference. That’s why the American Red Cross has launc.... Read More

Secretary Hargett Encourages Tennesseans to be Wary of Scams When Donating to Flood Relief

Aug 23, 2021 at 02:02 pm by WGNS

After the devastating flooding in Dickson, Hickman, Houston and Humphreys counties this weekend, Secretary of State Tre Hargett encourages Tennesseans to be wary of scams when.... Read More

Amelia’s Closet Top 200 Finalist in State Farm Neighborhood Assist

Aug 11, 2021 at 01:17 pm by WGNS

Murfreesboro, TN – The two thousand grant applicants accepted through the State Farm Neighborhood Assist® website were submitted within forty-five minutes natio.... Read More

Be red, white and 'True Blue': Donate blood Sept. 2 at MTSU 'Battle of the Branches'

Aug 10, 2021 at 07:57 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — MTSU will mark Sept. 11 by helping save lives in a red, white and “True Blue’” fashion again this year, encouragin.... Read More