A Temple Rises: $13M Swaminarayan Cultural Center Opened in Tennessee
MURFREESBORO, TENNESSEE, August 17, 2025 (WGNS Radio): A striking new landmark has quietly emerged on the southern edge of Murfreesboro. The Shree Swaminarayan Temple and Cultural Center, located at 4925 Shelbyville Pike, opened its doors just weeks ago, though construction crews are still completing the finishing...
K9 Deputy Price and K9 Hector Named August Officers of the Month
Rutherford County, TN — K9 Deputy Aaron Price and his K9 partner, Hector, have been recognized as Officers of the Month for August after their teamwork led to the discovery of methamphetamine and marijuana during a traffic stop. The duo are part of the Rutherford County Sheriff's Office. On...
Hiker dies from snakebite in Tennessee state park
A hiker last week died from a snakebite in the Savage Gulf State Park in Grundy County. According to media reports, park officials responded to a call for help, and the bitten hiker was discovered a half-mile from the trailhead. He was taken to a hospital where he later died.
The Farmers’ Almanac 2025-2026 Winter Outlook: Here’s what to expect in Middle TN
Summer is still in full swing, but that didn't stop the Farmers' Almanac from releasing their winter outlook! For the winter of 2025-2026, their motto is Chill, Snow, Repeat!
TennCare Expands Coverage To Include FDA-Approved Obesity Medications
Despite widespread funding cuts in the federal reconciliation bill, Tennessee’s Medicaid program TennCare is expanding access to care by covering FDA-approved weight-management medications. With nearly 38% of Tennessee adults living with obesity, the policy change marks a significant step toward addressing one of the...
People Drive From All Over Tennessee For The Catfish Dinner At This Rustic Restaurant
Nestled in the heart of Hurricane Mills, the Log Cabin Restaurant stands as a testament to what happens when simple country cooking meets perfection—a place where catfish isn’t just dinner, it’s a pilgrimage-worthy experience. There’s something magical about driving through Tennessee’s countryside, watching the...
Tornado Warning issued for Tennessee border county
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - The National Weather Service put out an alert for a potential tornado along the Tennessee/Alabama border on Wednesday afternoon. Franklin County is under a Tornado Warning until 4:30 p.m. Here are instructions on how to watch WSMV4 live on various platforms. This is a developing story.
Hitachi Invests $106M In West Tennessee
Today, Hitachi Energy announced a major $106 million investment to expand its Alamo, Tennessee transformer manufacturing facility – creating 100 new jobs and making it the largest facility in North America producing transformer bushings and other key transformer components essential to securing America’s lead in the...
One person arrested following drug bust in Tennessee
TENNESSEE — A Mt. Juliet man has been arrested following a months-long drug investigation involving multiple law enforcement agencies, the Metro Nashville Police Department announced. The investigation, assisted by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, Mt. Juliet Police Department, and Wilson County Sheriff’s...
City of Murfreesboro Urges Donations to Local Charities Instead of Panhandling
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — The City of Murfreesboro announced on Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2025, the launch of a public communication initiative called “Better Way to Give” aimed at educating residents on alternatives to giving directly to individuals asking for assistance. According to a media release from the City...
