Smyrna News

Water Main Break Repair to Impact Smyrna Residents

Mar 04, 2024 at 03:16 pm by Chandelar Williams

Smyrna, TN - Residents in Smyrna are advised of an upcoming water main break repair scheduled to commence on Jana Drive at 4:15 pm today (Monday, March 4, 2024). The repair wo.... Read More

Smyrna Fire and Police Department Hosts Annual Easter Egg Hunt

Mar 04, 2024 at 03:02 pm by Chandelar Williams

Smyrna, TN - Families in Smyrna are invited to join in the festive fun at the annual Smyrna Fire and Police Department Easter Egg Hunt, generously sponsored by Smyrna Natural.... Read More

Rutherford County Schools Introduce Weapon Detection System in Safety Initiative

Feb 28, 2024 at 09:17 pm by Chandelar Williams

Rutherford County, TN - Rutherford County Schools in Tennessee have initiated a pilot program funded by a safe schools grant to evaluate an automatic weapon detection system..... Read More

Smyrna Public Works Shares Brush Pick-Up Tips for Residents

Feb 28, 2024 at 12:53 pm by Chandelar Williams

Smyrna, TN - As spring approaches, many residents in Smyrna, Tennessee, are getting ready for outdoor activities like trimming trees and bushes. To help streamline brush pick-.... Read More
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Pioneering Progress: Rutherford County's New Transfer Station Breaks Ground

Feb 27, 2024 at 06:15 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Rutherford County reached a significant milestone on Tuesday with the groundbreaking ceremony for a 12,500-square foot transfer station, loca.... Read More

Smyrna Police Seek Assistance in Identifying Suspect in Dollar General Store Theft

Feb 27, 2024 at 12:21 pm by Chandelar Williams

Smyrna, TN - The Smyrna Police Department is requesting the public's assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a theft at a Dollar General Store on February 18, 2024. A.... Read More

Smyrna Residents Contemplate Charter Amendment: Potential Shift in Criminal Court Jurisdiction

Feb 27, 2024 at 12:11 pm by Chandelar Williams

Smyrna, TN - A proposed amendment to the Town Charter of Smyrna, Tennessee is sparking conversations about the jurisdiction of criminal offenses within the town. Currently, bo.... Read More

TN Gas Prices Show Signs of Improvement, Though Local Rates Remain High

Feb 27, 2024 at 10:15 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Tennessee residents received a glimmer of relief at the pump as gas prices in the state edged slightly lower over the past week. According to.... Read More

Middle Tennessee Electric: Powering Communities Through Ad Valorem Tax Support

Feb 26, 2024 at 04:32 pm by Chandelar Williams

Middle Tennessee - Middle Tennessee Electric (MTE), a not-for-profit electric cooperative, plays a significant role in supporting local governments despite its tax-exempt stat.... Read More

Smyrna Police Officers Inspire at Career Fair Benefiting M.L. King Jr. Scholarship Fund

Feb 26, 2024 at 04:20 pm by Chandelar Williams

Smyrna, TN - Officers Clemons and Smallwood, representing the Smyrna Police Department, recently attended a career fair at Patterson Park. The event aimed to benefit The Leade.... Read More

Smyrna Fire Department Hosts Free Child Passenger Safety Event

Feb 26, 2024 at 11:44 am by Chandelar Williams

Smyrna, TN - The Smyrna Fire Department invites all parents, whether expecting their first child or seeking to ensure the safety of their current car seat setup, to attend the.... Read More

Smyrna Airport Begins Runway Reconstruction: Embracing Sustainability and Safety Upgrades

Feb 24, 2024 at 02:44 pm by Chandelar Williams

Smyrna, TN - Exciting developments are underway at Smyrna Airport as the reconstruction of Runway 1/19 kicks off. The initial phase of this project is dedicated to enhancing d.... Read More

Police Commend Smyrna Officers for Halting International Vehicle Theft Ring

Feb 24, 2024 at 09:49 am by Chandelar Williams

Smyrna, TN - Smyrna Police Department Commends Officers and Communication Personnel for Disrupting International Vehicle Theft Ring   In a recent development, Smyrna Po.... Read More

Smyrna Traffic Alert: Intersection Closure at Nissan Drive and Bent Tree Drive

Feb 23, 2024 at 04:03 pm by Chandelar Williams

Smyrna, TN - Traffic Update: The intersection of Nissan Drive and Bent Tree Drive is CLOSED following a semi-truck accident being investigated by the Smyrna Police Department..... Read More

Smyrna Driving Force of Elections as Residents Decide to Continue or End their Criminal Courts

Feb 23, 2024 at 11:35 am by WGNS News

  Rutherford County, TN - The Town of Smyrna, the sole municipality in Rutherford County to preside over criminal court cases within its limits, is contemplating a signi.... Read More

Smyrna Authorities Seek Public's Help in Identifying Suspect in Dollar General Store Fire Incident

Feb 22, 2024 at 04:13 pm by Chandelar Williams

Smyrna, TN - The Town of Smyrna's Fire and Police Investigator is seeking to identify the woman in the image below, taken on February 21, 2024. This individual was present at.... Read More

Rutherford County High Schools Embrace Synthetic Turf for Football Fields

Feb 22, 2024 at 12:07 pm by WGNS News

  CORRECTED and UPDATED: Rutherford County, TN - In a move signaling a significant upgrade to sports facilities across Rutherford County, several local high schools have.... Read More

Call to Community Engagement: Board and Advisory Committee Openings in Town of Smyrna

Feb 22, 2024 at 09:32 am by Chandelar Williams

Smyrna, TN - The Town of Smyrna is currently seeking candidates to fill vacant positions on various boards and advisory committees. This presents an excellent opportunity for.... Read More

Mobile Phone Outages Disrupt Emergency Communications in Rutherford County and Beyond as Issues Persist for Multiple Cellphone Providers

Feb 22, 2024 at 09:16 am by Chandelar Williams

UPDATE: Since the news of an outage was first reported,  much of AT&T has been restored,  along with outages reported by other phone providers across the U.S. ho.... Read More

Rutherford County Traffic Safety Task Force: Five Years of Collaboration and Commitment

Feb 16, 2024 at 10:45 pm by Chandelar Williams

Smyrna, TN - Recently, the Smyrna Police Department in Tennessee collaborated with multiple law enforcement agencies to commemorate the fifth anniversary of the Rutherford Cou.... Read More