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Murfreesboro Non-Profit Hosts Baking Event to Support Survivors of Domestic Violence and Human Trafficking (Listen to Interview)

Apr 20, 2026 at 10:48 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO-TN - A local non-profit organization is preparing to host a community event this Thursday evening to support women transitioning out of difficult life circumstanc.... Read More

Remembering Avent Lane: Bluegrass, Jazz, and Music Legacy in Murfreesboro

Apr 17, 2026 at 10:36 am by Producer

Avent Lane was more than just a musician; he was a "technology guru" and a "music buddy" who mastered everything from orchestral arrangements to raw, honky-tonk rock and rol.... Read More

Rutherford County Budget & Leadership Strategy with Mayor Joe Carr

Apr 16, 2026 at 10:32 am by Producer

Rutherford County is officially the fastest-growing county in Tennessee, approaching a population of 400,000 and a staggering $1 billion budget. In this deep dive, Mayor Joe.... Read More

IMPORTANT Podcast for Parents: The Cell Phone Gateway and how Predators Target Rutherford County Youth

Apr 16, 2026 at 02:13 am by WGNS News

PARENTS - This is a MUST LISTEN TO PODCAST: In this sobering but essential episode of the Action Line, WGNS host Scott Walker sits down with Detectives Jeremy Murdoch and Jeff.... Read More

Rutherford County Schools Update: Dr. Jimmy Sullivan on Academic Growth and New High School Construction

Apr 09, 2026 at 10:33 am by Producer

Rutherford County Schools is now the highest-performing district in Tennessee for academic growth, surpassing even Williamson County. Dr. Jimmy Sullivan, Director of Schools.... Read More

Helping Adults with Disabilities: Workforce Development & Empowerment in Rutherford County

Apr 07, 2026 at 10:30 am by Producer

Rutherford County's workforce is evolving as local nonprofits bridge the gap for adults with disabilities and those re-entering the community after incarceration. Jody Power.... Read More

Siegel Names Veteran Lynus Martin as New Head Boys Basketball Coach

Mar 24, 2026 at 04:42 pm by Primetime Sports

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — Siegel High School is entering a new era on the hardwood as administrators officially introduced Lynus Martin as the new Head Boys Basketbal.... Read More

Commissioner Craig Harris joins hosts Wayne Blair & Rick Hall

Mar 24, 2026 at 10:31 am by Producer

Radio Broadcast Summary: The Roundtable Show (March 24, 2026) This broadcast of The Roundtable Show, hosted by Rick and Wayne on WGNS Radio, featured an in-depth conversati.... Read More

Child Abuse Prevention Month: Speak Up Be Safe Program & CAC expansion

Mar 23, 2026 at 11:09 am by Producer

Rutherford County is turning up the volume on child safety as the Child Advocacy Center (CAC) launches its innovative "Speak Up Be Safe" curriculum. With April’s Child.... Read More

PODCAST: "Covid Babies" Are Coming: RCS Urges Early Kindergarten Registration for April

Mar 19, 2026 at 02:19 pm by WGNS News

PODCAST: Rutherford County Schools (RCS) spokesperson James Evans and Elementary Education Coordinator Anne Haley joined WGNS Action Line to discuss pressing district matt.... Read More

250 "Acts of Science" - Local Library System Launches Science Initiative Ahead of U.S. Semiquincentennial

Mar 18, 2026 at 12:02 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — The Rutherford County Library System is set to launch a new national literacy and STEM initiative, "Science Across America," designed to engage the.... Read More

Podcast - High-Tech Literacy: Inside the Rutherford County Library System

Mar 18, 2026 at 07:38 am by WGNS News

PODCAST: Join host Scott Walker on WGNS Radio’s Action Line for an insightful exploration into the past, present, and future of the Rutherford County Library System. In.... Read More

The Recycled Minute, Rocky the Raccoon Talks About Keeping it Clean

Mar 05, 2026 at 10:15 pm by WGNS News

Rocky the Raccoon returns for another fun “Recycled Minute” from RecycleRightTN.com! In this episode, Rocky reminds listeners that recycling the right way helps ke.... Read More

Legislative Lockdown: State Reps Discuss Prison Capacity and Predatory Lending

Mar 05, 2026 at 09:35 am by WGNS News

PODCAST: In this edition of WGNS Action Line, host Scott Walker sits down with State Representatives Mike Sparks, Bryan Terry, and Robert Stevens for an inside look at the cur.... Read More

From Fire Brigades to Drone Teams - Chief Mark McCluskey Discusses the Evolution of Murfreesboro Fire Rescue

Mar 03, 2026 at 12:16 pm by WGNS News

PODCAST: In this episode of the WGNS Action Line, host Scott Walker sits down with Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department Chief Mark McCluskey, a 41-year veteran of the force, to.... Read More

Nolensville on the Rise: Community Growth, Public Safety, and the Buttercup Festival

Feb 12, 2026 at 10:17 am by Producer

In this episode of the WGNS Radio Roundtable, host Dr. Bill Kraus welcomes Nolensville Town Manager Victor Lay and Public Information Officer Katie White for an in-depth dis.... Read More

Justice, Integrity, and the Law: Judge Don Ash Joins Chip Walters | 1.21.2026

Jan 21, 2026 at 10:36 am by Producer

Join host Chip Walters on the WGNS Roundtable for an in-depth conversation with one of Tennessee's most respected legal minds, Judge Don Ash. In th.... Read More

Rutherford County Bar Scam, Red Light Crackdown, and Community Honors | Jan. 19, 2025

Jan 19, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Show Notes – Monday, January 19, 2025 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Rutherford County authorities warn local businesses after a bar loses more.... Read More

High-Speed Chase Ends in Federal Prison, Smyrna Standout Honored, and Buc-ee’s Rising | Jan. 12, 2026

Jan 12, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Show Notes – Monday, January 12, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: A violent high-speed chase that began near Nissan Stadium and raced through.... Read More

Rutherford County Mourns Loss of Liz McPhee, Landfill Lawsuit Continues, and Community Changes Ahead | Jan. 9, 2026

Jan 09, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Show Notes – Friday, January 9, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Middle Tennessee State University and the broader community are mourning the.... Read More