Murfreesboro Officer Ramona Thomas Named STARS Award Recipient for Years of Quiet Service and Community Impact

Apr 23, 2026 at 08:58 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Mayor Shane McFarland officially recognized Murfreesboro Police Officer Ramona Thomas with a STARS award on Thursday, April 23, 2026, for her.... Read More

New Christiana Solar Facility Uses Patented Technology to Preserve Tennessee Farmland

Apr 23, 2026 at 08:35 pm by WGNS News

CHRISTIANA, Tenn. - Middle Tennessee Electric and Silicon Ranch will host a formal dedication ceremony on April 30 to celebrate the opening of the Christiana Solar Farm.... Read More

Mayor Carr Eyes "No New Taxes" Goal Despite 30% Health Insurance Hike for Rutherford County (Photos and Audio)

Apr 23, 2026 at 02:32 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO-TENNESSEE - As Rutherford County officials enter the final weeks of the 2026 budget cycle, Mayor Joe Carr has revealed that the county is staring down a roughly $.... Read More

Rutherford County Mayor Joe Carr Discusses Piecing the Puzzle Together of the Future of Public Safety and Taxes on WGNS

Apr 23, 2026 at 12:45 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. - In this lively and insightful edition of the Action Line, host Scott Walker welcomes Rutherford County Mayor Joe Carr for a deep dive into the "big.... Read More

Thursday: Amanda Rodriguez

Apr 23, 2026 at 07:40 am by WGNS News

WGNS Good Neighbor of the Day for Thursday, April 23rd, 2026Amanda Rodriguez is today’s SRM Concrete Good Neighbor of the Day for always finding a way to encourage every.... Read More

Tennessee Leads Nation Again in FAFSA Completion as Rutherford County Schools Show Strong Participation

Apr 23, 2026 at 12:39 am by WGNS News

TENNESSEE - The Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC) today announced that Tennessee once again leads the nation in Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA.... Read More

EqualiTEA Honors the Late Elizabeth McPhee with Renamed Award, Announces Scholarship Winners

Apr 23, 2026 at 12:16 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. - The American Association for University Women Murfreesboro Chapter, or AAUW, has renamed its flagship Tempest Award in honor of the late Elizabeth McPhee.... Read More

UPDATED: Rotten Egg Smell Across Rutherford County Linked to Planned Gas Release in Maury County, TN

Apr 23, 2026 at 12:05 am by WGNS News

MIDDLE TENNESSEE - Residents across parts of Rutherford County noticed an unusual “rotten egg” odor on Tuesday, prompting questions and concern throughout the comm.... Read More

COMMENTARY: The Hidden Cost of Classroom Technology in the Post-Chalkboard Era

Apr 22, 2026 at 11:39 pm by WGNS News

COMMENTARY - In 1958, Edward R. Murrow opened a speech with a warning about television that still echoes today: “This just might do nobody any good.” Decades later.... Read More

Tennessee Ranks #22 for Tax Refund Size, But Top 10 for Getting Money Back

Apr 22, 2026 at 06:35 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS NEWS) - A new national analysis of federal tax refund data shows Tennessee landing squarely in the middle of the pack when it comes to average refund.... Read More

Bicentennial Village Turns 50: Cannonsburgh to Celebrate Milestone During America 250 Lecture Series

Apr 22, 2026 at 11:41 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, Murfreesboro is preparing to celebrate a local landmark that was born out of the nation’.... Read More

Unlock History, Future Events, Books and Even Discounts at the Rutherford County Library – Listen to the WGNS Podcast to Learn More

Apr 22, 2026 at 10:48 am by WGNS News

PODCAST - For this episode of the WGNS Action Line, we head to the local library. Listen to today's informative conversation as host Scott Walker welcomes Trey Gwynn.... Read More

Wednesday: Megan Maynard

Apr 22, 2026 at 08:15 am by WGNS News

WGNS Slick Pig BBQ Birthday Winner:  Megan Maynard  The birthday club winner receives Slick Pig's delicious banana pudding. Just stop by Slick Pig in Murfreesboro at.... Read More

Barnabas Vision Reschedules Spring Fundraiser Due to Storm Threat

Apr 21, 2026 at 08:22 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. - A looming line of storms has prompted a change of plans for a local nonprofit’s upcoming fundraiser, but organizers say the mission b.... Read More

MURFREESBORO HEALING FIELD at First United Methodist Church

Apr 21, 2026 at 06:44 pm by WGNS News

Sat-Mon (May 23-25, 2026) 8:00AM to DUSK daily:  This is MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND and celebrate America 250 with the 16th Annual MURFREESBORO HEALING FIELD at First United Me.... Read More

After a Year Away, Mitchell Mote Returns Part-Time to the Agricultural Extension Service

Apr 21, 2026 at 06:16 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - A familiar face—and voice—is back at the Lane Agri‑Park. Mitchell Mote, the longtime source of lawn and garden wisdom for WGNS listeners.... Read More

Rapidly Rising Number of Predators Making Deepfakes of Children Using AI

Apr 21, 2026 at 05:47 pm by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, TN to CAMILLUS, NY - In an era where artificial intelligence can generate hyper-realistic imagery from just a few keystrokes, a disturbing national trend has rapi.... Read More

Registration Opens for 4‑H Junior Camp at Camp Ridley

Apr 21, 2026 at 11:06 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Registration is officially underway for this year’s 4‑H Junior Camp, set for June 8–12, and Rutherford County families are already lookin.... Read More

Tuesday: Lizzie Summers

Apr 21, 2026 at 09:00 am by WGNS News

 WGNS Slick Pig BBQ Birthday Winner:  Lizzie Summers  The birthday club winner receives Slick Pig's delicious banana pudding. Just stop by Slick Pig in Murfrees.... Read More

Notice to Creditors: Estate of James Ivan Tracy, Deceased

Apr 21, 2026 at 07:11 am by WGNS News

Rutherford County Probate Court319 N Maple St. Suite 121Murfreesboro, TN 37130Phone: 615.898.7800 Notice to CreditorsAs Required by by TCA §30-2-306 Estate of James Iva.... Read More
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