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2 weeks ago | 
wgnsradio.com | Scott Walker
TENNESSEE - This Memorial Day, it's important to pause and recognize the men and women who have helped shape our country through their service and sacrifice. Today, approximately 150 U.S. veterans are part of our local school system in Rutherford County. From educators to coaches, these individuals continue to serve—this time in our classrooms—shaping the minds and futures of our youth.
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2 weeks ago | 
wgnsradio.com | Scott Walker
RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - All but one of Tennessee’s 95 counties reported a drop in their unemployment rates in April, according to newly released data from the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD). Williamson County recorded the state’s lowest unemployment rate for the month of April at 2.2%. The rate was down two-tenths of a percentage point from the previous month.
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2 weeks ago | 
wgnsradio.com | Scott Walker
UPDATE: MOUNT JULIET & SMYRNA, Tenn. — Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy management and automation, is making a major impact on Middle Tennessee’s economy and infrastructure with the expansion of two manufacturing facilities in Rutherford and Wilson counties.
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2 weeks ago | 
wgnsradio.com | Scott Walker
MURFREESBORO, TN – Butterflies are fluttering into the spotlight in Middle Tennessee this month as the Rutherford County Library System invites the community to a fun and educational event focused on these fascinating insects… That was Youth Service Director Katie Turner highlighting the upcoming event that’s called B.E.A.D., which stands for “Butterfly Education and Awareness Day,” and it’s set to take place on Saturday, May 31, from 12:30 to 1:30 PM at the Technology Engagement Center (TEC)...
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2 weeks ago | 
wgnsradio.com | Scott Walker
WASHINGTON, DC - Birthright citizenship in the United States is based on the 14th Amendment to the Constitution, which states that “All persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States and of the State wherein they reside.” This means that any child born on U.S. soil is automatically a U.S. citizen, regardless of the parents’ nationality or immigration status.
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2 weeks ago | 
wgnsradio.com | Scott Walker
COMMENTARY - A man plans to check his old prints and picture frames after hearing surprising stories of hidden treasures. Harvard once bought what they thought was a $28 copy of the Magna Carta, but it turned out to be a real one worth up to $40 million. A $4 flea market frame once hid an original Declaration of Independence that sold for over $8 million.
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3 weeks ago | 
wgnsradio.com | Scott Walker
LaVergne, TN - Around 6:00 PM on Thursday, a LaVergne Police officer attempted to stop a vehicle that was failing to maintain its lane. However, the driver of the black Nissan Murano, later identified as a juvenile, refused to pull over, initiating a police pursuit that led into the Lake Forest subdivision. As Officer Bell followed the SUV into the neighborhood, the pursuit was strategically terminated due to safety concerns related to the area’s layout and the risk posed to bystanders.
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3 weeks ago | 
wgnsradio.com | Scott Walker
MURFREESBORO, TN — Main Street Murfreesboro is hosting a Summer Sidewalk Chalk Art Contest on Saturday, June 14, at the Murfreesboro Public Square. The free event welcomes artists of all ages, with drawing starting at 7:30 AM and judging at 11:00 AM. First-place prizes will be awarded in three categories: Early Youth (6–13), Older Youth (14–17), and Amateur Adults (18+), while professional artists may participate but won’t be judged for prizes.
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3 weeks ago | 
wgnsradio.com | Scott Walker
The numbers are clear—people love their pets. In places like Rutherford County, the American Veterinary Medical Association reports that 45.5% of households own at least one dog, while 32.1% own at least one cat. Nationwide, there are nearly 60 million dog owners and just over 42 million cat owners. With such high levels of pet ownership, it’s important to stay informed about potential local threats that could impact your beloved Spido or Freckles (yes, we’re talking about your dog or cat).
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3 weeks ago | 
wgnsradio.com | Scott Walker
HENRY COUNTY, Tenn. – Authorities have arrested a Henry County man in connection to the death of a Murfreesboro woman found deceased in a remote area of Springville, Tennessee. The arrest follows a multi-agency investigation involving the Henry County Sheriff’s Office, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI), the 24th Judicial District Attorney’s Office, and the Murfreesboro Police Department.
