Smyrna News

Operation Grayskull Dismantles Four Dark Web Child Abuse Sites, 18 Offenders Sentenced to Over 300 Years in Prison

Jul 24, 2025 at 07:38 am by WGNS News

UNITED STATES - In a major victory against online child exploitation, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has announced the successful outcome of Operation Grayskull, a coord.... Read More

Smyrna Medical Heroes Recognized with HCA Awards of Distinction

Jul 23, 2025 at 03:35 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, Tenn. — TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center has announced its 2024 HCA Healthcare Awards of Distinction recipients, honoring colleagues and volunteers for their ex.... Read More

Rutherford County Libraries Welcome New Director to Lead Local Libraries Into the Future

Jul 23, 2025 at 11:43 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - A new captain will be at the helm of the Rutherford County Library System as we head into the month of August… That was Trey Gwinn, Technology a.... Read More

Opioid Epidemic in Tennessee: Addiction Tied to Mental Health and More

Jul 22, 2025 at 03:50 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - While opioids continue to serve as a lifeline for thousands of patients with legitimate medical needs, blaming prescribers alone can oversimplify a com.... Read More

Extreme Heat Puts Vulnerable Residents at Risk; Community Urged to Help

Jul 21, 2025 at 01:59 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN – Murfreesboro, Smyrna, La Vergne, and most surrounding communities are currently under an urgent heat advisory. According to the National Weather.... Read More

Gas Prices Drop to Barely Unbearable in Tennessee, Still a Bargain Compared to California

Jul 21, 2025 at 07:17 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. - Good news, Tennessee drivers! Gas prices have now hit a wallet-friendly $2.76 per gallon statewide—what a time to be alive. Rutherford County.... Read More

Tennessee Takes the Next Step: Making Recycling a Way of Life

Jul 18, 2025 at 08:27 am by WGNS

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS) - Residents across Rutherford County have a powerful new tool at their fingertips—Recycle Right TN—a website dedicated to maki.... Read More

One Week Later: Family Still Seeks Answers in I-24 Shooting

Jul 17, 2025 at 05:01 pm by WGNS

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS) - Nearly a week has passed since 22-year-old Noah Taylor was shot and killed while driving to work on Interstate 24 near the Rutherford-David.... Read More

Suspect in Custody After Active Shooter Incident at Smyrna Liquor Store

Jul 16, 2025 at 03:58 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, Tenn. (WGNS) – A gunman who opened fire inside Legacy Wine and Spirits on Lee Victory Parkway Tuesday afternoon was taken into custody after a tense four-hour st.... Read More

UPDATE: Murder Trial Looms for Paroled Felon in 2022 Smyrna Shooting Death

Jul 15, 2025 at 04:43 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, TN – On August 30, 2022, Nicholas Patterson showed up for work like any other day – just as he had done for the past 9-years. Armed with a smile, “Ni.... Read More

Federal Tax Credits Drive Tennessee’s Booming Battery Industry — But New Rules Looming in Near Future

Jul 14, 2025 at 07:06 pm by WGNS News

TENNESSEE - Federal tax credits from the Inflation Reduction Act are fueling big growth in Tennessee's battery supply chain. The Volunteer State has become a major hub in batt.... Read More

'Love You Too, Mom’: Smyrna Family Grieves Loss of 22-Year-Old Killed on I-24

Jul 14, 2025 at 04:13 pm by WGNS Radio News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Katrina Leonard’s son, Noah Taylor (pictured above), cuddled with his dog Friday night before waking up to go to work Saturday morning. She told.... Read More

UPDATE: More Details Released by THP After Friday Mid-Morning Collision in Rutherford County

Jul 12, 2025 at 05:07 pm by WGNS News

UPDATED: RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. - WGNS has an update on the serious auto accident that shut down I-24 East in Rutherford County for over an hour on Friday, just before 11 AM.... Read More

Veteran-Only Hiring Fairs Coming to Murfreesboro and Nashville VA Hospitals

Jul 11, 2025 at 06:18 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Veterans in Murfreesboro looking for a rewarding career opportunity should mark their calendars for a special hiring event this month. The VA Tenne.... Read More

Tragedy on I-24: LifeFlight Called After Rutherford County Crash Near Sam Ridley Parkway

Jul 11, 2025 at 02:57 pm by WGNS News

SEE UPDATED NEWS STORY by Clicking HERE. RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. — What should have been a normal drive turned into a nightmare Friday morning on I-24 East when a deva.... Read More

$400k to Million-Dollar Home Prices and Rising Payments: The Cost of Buying in 2025

Jul 11, 2025 at 08:58 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. - Home buying has dramatically changed over the years, with soaring prices making it significantly harder for first-time buyers to step onto the prope.... Read More

Rutherford County Trailer Thief Sneaks Off Like a Midnight Ninja in Rutherford County — Do You Know Him?

Jul 10, 2025 at 09:13 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. — The Rutherford County Sheriff's Office reports that a trailer is still missing and the man behind the theft is still wanted by the law.&n.... Read More

Over $22-Million in Unclaimed Money Awaits Rutherford County Residents at Berry Festival

Jul 10, 2025 at 10:56 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — You may have an exciting day filled with a trove of money! Festivalgoers at this year’s Berry Festival in Murfreesboro may discover more than.... Read More

Guest House Burglar Causes $50K in Damage, Bites Deputy During Arrest

Jul 09, 2025 at 06:53 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — A Murfreesboro man is facing multiple charges after Rutherford County Sheriff’s deputies say he broke into a guest house, caused about $50,00.... Read More

Mint-Haired “Flash” Bolts from Smyrna Store with Fresh Air Jordans

Jul 09, 2025 at 05:46 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, Tenn. — Well, if you thought your day was productive, just wait until you hear about one shopper who really ran her errands — literally. According to the.... Read More