Smyrna News

Heartfelt Tributes Pour In for Murfreesboro Cyclist Killed on His Way to Work

Nov 16, 2024 at 04:46 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - A tragic accident on the Old Nashville Highway near Creekmont Drive claimed the life of a Murfreesboro resident early Friday morning. Jonathan Hamilton.... Read More

TBI Issues Warning on Venezuelan Gang “Tren de Aragua” in Tennessee

Nov 15, 2024 at 05:22 pm by WGNS News

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) has raised concerns about the presence of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua, a transnational criminal organization, in the state..... Read More

Tennessee Unemployment Near Record Lows; Rutherford County Among Top Performers

Nov 14, 2024 at 03:12 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - In September of this year, Rutherford County reported an impressively low unemployment rate of 2.9%, placing it in the top five counties in Tennessee f.... Read More

Smyrna Police Warn: No, They’re Not Calling About Your ‘Warrant’ – It’s a Scam

Nov 13, 2024 at 06:53 pm by WGNS News

Smyrna, TN – The Smyrna Police Department is reminding residents that they’re in the business of law enforcement, not running a telemarketing scheme. A recent.... Read More

Rutherford County Traffic Safety Task Force Plans Holiday Sobriety Checkpoint

Nov 13, 2024 at 05:39 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN – In response to rising traffic crashes, the Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) has announced a sobriety checkpoint to be held on Nov. 22 on U.S. Highw.... Read More

Beware: Scammers Are Out to "Help" with Medicare—Rutherford County Shares Tips to Spot Them

Nov 13, 2024 at 05:28 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN – It’s that time of year again when scammers pose as Medicare “representatives” to offer “helpful” enrollment guidanc.... Read More

Breath of Life and the Early Detection and Fight Against Lung Cancer

Nov 12, 2024 at 04:41 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Lung cancer is a leading cause of cancer-related deaths for both men and women, but early detection can save lives. Dr. Robert P. Mildenhall of Ascensi.... Read More

Rutherford County Legislators Announce $220K in Grant Awards for Museum and Historical Site Improvements

Nov 12, 2024 at 02:44 pm by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – State Reps. Bryan Terry, Charlie Baum Tim Rudd, all of Murfreesboro, and Mike Sparks and Robert Stevens of Smyrna, announced $220,337 in grant funding.... Read More

Operation Fall Back and a Push for Safer Roads Yields Over 300 Tickets

Nov 12, 2024 at 02:35 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN – The results are in from *Operation Fall Back*, and it seems the law enforcement push to reduce traffic deaths and injuries went off without a hit.... Read More

Rutherford County Gas Prices Increase to $2.76/gallon, National Average Nears $3

Nov 11, 2024 at 08:48 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Average gasoline prices in Tennessee have risen 5.4 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.73/g on Monday, according to GasBuddy's survey of 3.... Read More

Tennessee Ranks 5th in Nation for Military Financial Hardship, Study Find

Nov 11, 2024 at 07:30 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - A recent report from UpgradedPoints highlights the mounting financial challenges faced by military households across the United States, with Tennessee.... Read More

Volunteer to Join Greenhouse Ministries and Help Spread Thanksgiving Joy in Rutherford County

Nov 11, 2024 at 09:24 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - All of the fixing’s to prepare the perfect Thanksgiving Day meal will be given away to families in need at Greenhouse Ministries on Saturday, Nov.... Read More

Hot Rods to Helicopters: Model-Con 2024 in Murfreesboro on Saturday

Nov 08, 2024 at 10:54 am by WGNS News

Event was held this past Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024 Murfreesboro, TN – This Saturday, November 9, 2024, model car, boat, airplane, and military model enthusiasts will gathe.... Read More

Sharing Warmth: Barnabas Vision Distributes Free Winter Coats for Those in Need this Friday

Nov 07, 2024 at 10:00 am by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN – In a touching display of unity and compassion, Murfreesboro residents have once again rallied around Barnabas Vision, a local non-profit, donating win.... Read More
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Republicans Sweep Local Elections; Close Races and Key Referendums Highlight Election Night Results

Nov 05, 2024 at 09:24 pm by Producer

In a strong showing for Republicans, all state House incumbents were successfully returned to office in the latest round of local elections. Among the tightest races, Republic.... Read More

Rutherford County Opens School Choice Enrollment for 2025 this December with Options for District Students

Nov 05, 2024 at 04:38 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - As Rutherford County’s population continues to grow, so do opportunities within its school system… Currently, more than 51,000 students ar.... Read More

Rutherford County Commissioner Pushes for Redirecting Proposed Forensics Center funds to Support First Responders

Nov 05, 2024 at 11:21 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Over the past five years, there has been considerable discussion surrounding a proposed Rutherford County Forensics Center, which has repeatedly failed.... Read More

Murfreesboro Man Charged After Three-Vehicle Crash on I-24 Leaves Passenger Critically Injured

Nov 05, 2024 at 09:52 am by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, TN - A Murfreesboro man is facing criminal charges following a three-vehicle collision on I-24 East near the Bell Road exit Sunday morning, which critically injured.... Read More

Free Health Fair and Food Distribution at Grace Church Worship and Community Center in LaVergne

Nov 04, 2024 at 01:01 pm by WGNS News

(Lavergne, TN)  Healthy Tennessee, a non-profit organization founded by Vanderbilt orthopedic trauma surgeon Dr. Manny Sethi and his wife Maya, is hosting a free health f.... Read More

Fill-Up Feuds: Fuel Prices Vary Widely Across Middle Tennessee Counties

Nov 04, 2024 at 12:49 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Tennessee is now the 4th least expensive market in the nation when refueling your ride! In Rutherford County, the average price for regular unleaded ga.... Read More