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WGNS Urges Drivers to Stay Alert During Summer's "Deadliest Days"—Especially This 4th of July

Jun 28, 2025 at 05:28 am by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN - The fireworks may be dazzling, but the roadways across the midstate can be deadly this time of year. NewsRadio WGNS reminds everyone that we're in.... Read More

Get Ready to Do a Lot of Flag Waving! Rutherford County Rings in the 4th of July with Heartfelt Pride and Fireworks Galore

Jun 28, 2025 at 05:25 am by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN - If red, white, and blue stir your soul—and if hearing "The Star-Spangled Banner" brings a tear to your eye—then Independence Day in Ru.... Read More

New Study Ranks Tennessee 9th in U.S. Construction Spending

May 13, 2025 at 03:35 pm by WGNS News

TENNESSEE - A new study by Texas-based construction company Twisted Nail shows which U.S. states are spending the most money on commercial construction. Tennessee ranks 9th in.... Read More

MTSU Senior Tiffany Parker Gains Real-World Experience as State Legislative Intern

May 13, 2025 at 01:14 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee State University senior journalism major Tiffany Parker has been focused on working with local media outlets to gain expertise in.... Read More

Smyrna Native Honored for Exceptional Service in U.S. Navy Submarine Force

May 05, 2025 at 12:39 pm by WGNS News

NAVAL BASE POINT LOMA, SAN DIEGO - A proud moment for the town of Smyrna, Tennessee, as one of its own, Senior Chief Fire Control Technician (Submarine) Christopher.... Read More

Court Denies Appeal Over DUI Sentencing Challenge in Rutherford County

May 05, 2025 at 07:03 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. — The Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals has rejected an appeal by Joseph George Schenck, who argued that his sentence in multiple criminal cas.... Read More

Smyrna Residents and Businesses Welcome "Ultra-Fast" 8 Gig Fiber Internet

Apr 08, 2025 at 06:13 pm by WGNS News

Smyrna, Tenn. – United Communications and Middle Tennessee Electric (MTE) have announced that Smyrna residents are now eligible for ultra-fast 8 Gig fiber broadband serv.... Read More

The Great Tennessee Air Show Returns with the Blue Angels

Mar 09, 2025 at 02:34 pm by WGNS

Smyrna, TN - The skies above Smyrna Airport will roar to life as The Great Tennessee Air Show takes place on June 7-8, 2025. Aviation enthusiasts are in for a treat, with the.... Read More

MTE Contributes Over $5 Million through Significant Tax Payments in Rutherford County

Feb 28, 2025 at 07:37 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - MTE provides more than electricity to the communities it serves. As a not-for-profit electric cooperative, Middle Tennessee Electric (MTE) is exempt fr.... Read More

UPDATE: Rutherford County Outpaces Nashville in New Resident Growth

Feb 27, 2025 at 09:09 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Murfreesboro and Rutherford County continue to appear on numerous lists ranking the fastest-growing cities and counties in Tennessee and throughout the.... Read More

UPDATE: Investigation Continues Following Accidental Shooting of 4-Year-Old in Rutherford County

Feb 26, 2025 at 05:38 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, TN - UPDATED: Investigators determined that a 4-year-old boy accessed a gun and accidentally fired it, resulting in his injuries, Rutherford County Sheriff’s Det.... Read More

Snow Patrol Closings, Cancellations & Postponements for Wednesday, February 19th, 2025

Feb 18, 2025 at 03:00 pm by Rutherford Weather

Because of the snow, the following schools, businesses, and other organizations are adjusting their usual schedules. SCHOOLSRutherford County Schools will be CLOSED Wednesd.... Read More

BFI Waste Systems Drops Appeal for Northern Expansion in Rutherford County

Feb 18, 2025 at 01:56 pm by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – BFI Waste Systems of Tennessee, LLC, operating Middle Point Landfill, announced Tuesday that it has dropped its appeal regarding the Central Tennessee.... Read More

UPDATE - Smyrna, TN Man Sentenced to 20 Years in Federal Prison on Child Exploitation Charges

Feb 17, 2025 at 08:51 pm by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, TN - 43-Year-old Peter Allen Snyder of Smyrna, Tennessee, was sentenced over one week ago to spend the next 20 years in a federal prison after having pled guilty to.... Read More

TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center in Smyrna, TN Welcomes Three New Trustees for 2025

Feb 17, 2025 at 04:58 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, Tenn. – TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center is pleased to announce three new members to its 2025 Board of Trustees. Laura Davidson, LaShan Dixon and Tim.... Read More

Understanding the Role of Rutherford County Trustee with Teb Batey

Feb 03, 2025 at 11:43 am by WGNS News

In this episode of the WGNS Action Line, host Scott Walker sits down with Rutherford County Trustee Teb Batey to discuss the important functions of the Trustee's Office. As th.... Read More

Rising Fuel Prices in Rutherford County: What You Need to Know

Feb 03, 2025 at 07:42 am by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - Fuel prices in Rutherford County will begin the week slightly higher than what we’ve seen in previous weeks this year. Last week, the Murfreesbor.... Read More

Rutherford County Maintains Low Unemployment Rate Despite Rankings Shift

Jan 30, 2025 at 02:53 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - County unemployment rates have been released, and Rutherford County remains on the top 10 list of counties with the lowest jobless rates, but it is now.... Read More

Filling Up for Less: Tennessee Rises to 5th Cheapest State for Gas!

Jan 27, 2025 at 05:10 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Here’s some news that will rock the gas-loving community in a positive way… Tennessee has climbed up the charts to claim the title of the.... Read More

Help Smyrna Police ID This Man

Jan 25, 2025 at 06:11 pm by WGNS

SMYRNA, TN - Local authorities in Smyrna are on the hunt for an elusive man who allegedly sold a counterfeit iPhone, and yes, this is an actual news story. Apparently, the art.... Read More