WGNS-FM/AM (Murfreesboro, TN)

WGNS is a radio station located in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, USA. It broadcasts at a frequency of 1450 kHz on the AM band. The name WGNS stands for "Good Neighbor Station." The station serves not only the city of Murfreesboro but also the neighboring counties.

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#579009

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#135049

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#4750

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Starter Homes Shrinking in Rutherford County as Prices Rise

3 weeks ago | wgnsradio.com | Scott Walker

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – The pathway to the American dream of homeownership is becoming increasingly narrow for residents of Murfreesboro and the broader Rutherford County area, where rising prices and limited inventory are squeezing out first-time buyers. In fact, it's a problem that spans a much larger area than Tennessee as historically low levels of home inventory at entry price points continues to grow making homeownership in the U.S. an uphill battle for a huge percentage.
Bluff City Task Force Makes Impact in First Month with Arrests, Gun Seizures

4 weeks ago | wgnsradio.com | Scott Walker

MEMPHIS, Tenn.— Perhaps the next time you head to Memphis for sightseeing or business, it will be a tad safer than before, after a newly formed partnership between the Tennessee Highway Patrol and local law enforcement agencies has been formed. According to a report released on Thursday, this new partnership is producing early results in the fight against violent crime in Memphis.
From Battlefields to Classrooms: Honoring Tennessee Veterans This Memorial Day

1 month 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.
Rutherford County Boasts One of the Lowest Unemployment Rates in the Entire State - Where Do Murfreesboro, Smyrna and La Vergne Rank?

1 month 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.
UPDATE: Medium Voltage, Major Impact: Schneider Electric’s Recent Expansion in Rutherford and Wilson Counties

1 month 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.
Wings of Wonder: Butterfly Education Day Lands in Murfreesboro

1 month 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)...
U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn Proposes Law to End Birth Tourism in America

1 month 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.
Commentary by Dr. Burriss: Hidden Treasures in Plain Sight

1 month 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.
Spring Fling Returns to Rutherford County: Volunteers Needed for Statewide High School Championship Event - WGNS Radio

1 month ago | wgnsradio.com

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – One of Tennessee’s biggest and most anticipated high school sports events is returning to Rutherford County! Spring Fling will take place May 20–23, bringing an Olympic-style atmosphere to Murfreesboro and the surrounding areas as state champions are crowned in baseball, softball, boys soccer, track and field, and tennis. This four-day event is expected to welcome over 43,000 athletes, families, and fans from across Tennessee. With so many visitors coming ...
Juvenile Arrested After Pursuit Ends in the Garage of a LaVergne Home

1 month 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.