Smyrna News

Nice Try! Local Resident Outs Scam Caller Posing as Sheriff’s Sgt.

Sep 19, 2024 at 03:37 pm by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Sheriff's Departments all across the state are reporting more and more scams that target victims using the names of deputies and officers withi.... Read More

Statewide Unemployment Rate was Slightly Up in August

Sep 19, 2024 at 02:56 pm by WGNS News

  After three consecutive months of record-low unemployment, the statewide unemployment rate increased slightly last month, according to data from the Tennessee Departme.... Read More

Follow Up: Schools Across the South Fight School Threats - Two Juveniles Arrested in Rutherford County Schools

Sep 19, 2024 at 12:47 am by WGNS Radio News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY,  TN - Deputies with the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office (RCSO) announced Tuesday the arrest of two juveniles in connection with threat.... Read More

Rutherford County Health Department Offering Free Flu Shots October 15th

Sep 18, 2024 at 11:21 pm by WGNS Radio News

Murfreesboro, Tenn. – The Rutherford County Health Department of the Tennessee Department of Health will be providing free flu shots, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., on Tue.... Read More

Rutherford County Chess Tournament Series Results

Sep 18, 2024 at 01:26 am by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN – The highly anticipated Rutherford County Schools Chess Series kicked off with an exciting start as students from across the county came toget.... Read More

đź“şRCSO & RuCo Schools Reaction to Threats; "Report It, Don't Repost It"

Sep 17, 2024 at 07:14 pm by WGNS Radio News

Rutherford County Director of Schools Dr. Jimmy Sullivan speaks on the threats received in the school system RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Potential school threats showed no intent.... Read More

Wanted Fugitive For Homicide Captured by Williamson County Sheriff's Office

Sep 16, 2024 at 03:28 pm by WGNS News

WILLIAMSON COUNTY, TN - The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) says that wanted fugitive Michael Van Dobbs has been captured, thanks to Williamson County Deputies. Acc.... Read More

UPDATE: Reward Offered in the Ongoing Search for Homicide Suspect Michael Van Dobbs

Sep 13, 2024 at 11:46 am by WGNS News

Maury County, TN – The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) has confirmed a reward of $2,500 for information leading to the capture of a fugitive wanted for the m.... Read More

Rutherford County Property Records Under Scrutiny: Comptroller Displays Growing Concern

Sep 11, 2024 at 11:29 pm by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - More news has emerged regarding possible inaccuracies in property record reporting at the Rutherford County Assessor of Property office. WGNS f.... Read More

Small Businessman, Civil Engineer Jerome Dempsey Announces Candidacy for Smyrna Town Councilman

Sep 11, 2024 at 08:08 pm by WGNS News

Smyrna, TN— Smyrna businessman and Civil Engineer (retired) Jerome Dempsey announced today that he will seek the position of Town Councilman in the upcoming Novembe.... Read More

Teens Spotted Climbing Captain Jeff Kuss Memorial F/A-18 Hornet in Smyrna

Sep 10, 2024 at 11:13 am by WGNS News

Smyrna, TN – This past Sunday, juveniles were reportedly seen climbing onto the Blue Angels jet that serves as a memorial for Captain Jeff Kuss, the pilot tragically kil.... Read More

Average Gas Prices in Rutherford County on Monday were $2.69 Per Gallon

Sep 09, 2024 at 09:00 pm by WGNS News

Tennessee gas prices continued to decline over last week, falling nine cents on average. Tennessee also moved to the third least expensive market in the country. The .... Read More

Running for a Cause: Lambert Dillard Memorial 5K/10K Set for October

Sep 06, 2024 at 11:32 pm by WGNS News

The 12th annual Lambert Dillard Memorial 5K/10K and Kids’ Fun Run returns to Smyrna on October 19, as part of the 2024 YMCA Race Series. Sponsored by Publix Charities,.... Read More

Tourism In Rutherford County Generated $772,865,400 In Visitor Spending In 2023

Sep 06, 2024 at 10:46 pm by WGNS News

  Rutherford County, Tenn. – Visitors to Rutherford County generated $772,865,400 in spending in 2023, a 3.78% increase from 2022, according to newly released data.... Read More

Local Resident Marvin Whitworth Honored for Lifelong Commitment to Conservation

Sep 05, 2024 at 07:21 am by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN – Rutherford County Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD) Board of Supervisors Chairman Marvin Whitworth was inducted into the National Ass.... Read More

A Tale of Effortless Home Decorating in a Murfreesboro Shoplifting Case

Sep 04, 2024 at 05:58 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN – In a world where DIY meets YOLO, a mysterious woman, armed with a smile and a gray Adidas cap, embarked on the ultimate home improvement project that.... Read More

TBI Warns Sextortion Emails Could Hit Your Inbox and Parents Should Also Warn Children of Scam

Sep 04, 2024 at 01:50 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) has issued what they are calling a “Cyber Alert,” to warn Tennesseans about a scam known as &.... Read More

The Upcoming Special Kids Fall Golf Classic is Nearing

Sep 03, 2024 at 03:59 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - On Friday, November 1st, area residents, business and community leaders will play a game of golf "Fore" the kids of Special Kids Therapy and Nursing Ce.... Read More

UPDATE: USDA Recall of Boar’s Head Deli Meat Tied to 9 Deaths With 1 in Tennessee

Sep 03, 2024 at 02:55 pm by WGNS News

Further reports from the USDA and a review of past inspections reveal that the Boar’s Head deli meat recall in July is linked to numerous violations at a plant in Virgin.... Read More

Challenges of Rapid Growth in Rutherford County Schools

Sep 03, 2024 at 12:35 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - The Rutherford County School system continues to grow, breaking student enrollment records year-after-year... That was Chief Communications Director.... Read More