Smyrna News

Drive Safely: Snow and Ice Make Roads Hazardous in Rutherford County

Jan 15, 2024 at 04:40 pm by WGNS News

  Rutherford County, TN - As winter weather blankets the region with snow and ice, residents in Rutherford County are being reminded to exercise extreme caution while na.... Read More

Murfreesboro City and Rutherford County Schools are Closed Tuesday and Wednesday

Jan 15, 2024 at 02:20 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Ongoing snow, mixed with colder than normal temperatures, has led both the city and county school systems to keep their doors closed on Tuesday and W.... Read More

Smyrna Driver Jailed After I-65 Crash

Jan 13, 2024 at 07:51 pm by WGNS

(COLUMBIA, TN) A Smyrna woman is in the Maury County jail in Columbia,TN after she allegedly slammed into a broken-down car Wednesday night (1/10/2024) that was on the side of.... Read More

Negative Wind Chills and Driving Safely into Next Week

Jan 12, 2024 at 07:24 am by Rutherford Weather

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - AAA is bracing for extremely cold temperatures and the possibility of high winds and inclement weather in parts of the state this weekend through early.... Read More

Cold Weather UPDATE: Negative Windchills Expected to Hit Rutherford County

Jan 11, 2024 at 06:36 pm by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Rutherford County residents should brace themselves for an impending cold front that will dramatically drop temperatures over the weekend and i.... Read More

Rutherford County Chamber Announces Distinguished Award Recipients

Jan 11, 2024 at 05:37 pm by WGNS News

(Rutherford County, Tenn.) – The Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce has named Andy Womack as the 2023 Business Legend of the Year, Jeff Hollingshead as the 2023 Busin.... Read More

Silver Alert Issued for Missing LaVergne Man with Medical Condition

Jan 10, 2024 at 10:26 pm by WGNS News

  LaVergne, TN - The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) has issued a Silver Alert for 68-year-old Danny Dalton, a resident of the Northern end of Rutherford County..... Read More

TDEC To Accept Grant Applications for Waste Tire Reuse

Jan 09, 2024 at 10:18 pm by WGNS News

The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) will accept applications beginning Monday, Jan. 15 for grants from the state’s Tire Environmental Act Pro.... Read More

Suspect in the Murder of a Twice Daily Gas Station Employee in Smyrna Awaits Next Court Date

Jan 08, 2024 at 04:05 pm by WGNS News

  SMYRNA, TN - In August of 2022, Smyrna Police responded to a shooting at the Twice Daily gas station at the corner of Sam Ridley and Stonecrest Parkway. Upon their arr.... Read More

POLITICS: Chase Williams Announces Candidacy for Rutherford County School Board

Jan 08, 2024 at 11:55 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Local resident Chase Williams has thrown his hat into the ring for a seat on the Rutherford County School Board. Williams said that he.... Read More

Rutherford County Schools’ Administrators, First Responders Focus on School Safety

Jan 08, 2024 at 09:00 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Rutherford County Schools’ leaders received assurance teams of first responders throughout the county would respond to school emergencies to prot.... Read More

Shoplifting Incident at CosmoProf Prompts Smyrna Police Department Investigation

Jan 05, 2024 at 05:10 pm by WGNS News

Smyrna, TN - The Smyrna Police Department is actively seeking the public's assistance in identifying a female suspect involved in a shoplifting incident at CosmoProf, a w.... Read More

Rutherford County EMS and Murfreesboro Fire and Rescue, Reflect on a Busy 2023

Jan 04, 2024 at 01:42 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN — The year 2023 has proven to be an active and demanding one for both the Murfreesboro Fire and Rescue Department (MFRD) and the Rutherford Count.... Read More

Detectives Investigate Another Credit Card Fraud Spree in Murfreesboro and Smyrna

Jan 04, 2024 at 12:28 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN — Local detectives are actively probing another credit card fraud case that unfolded recently, leaving a trail of unauthorized transactions in its wak.... Read More

UPDATE: Rutherford County Prepares for the Arrival of Two New Charter Schools in 2024

Jan 04, 2024 at 11:55 am by WGNS News

UPDATE - RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - In the forthcoming school year, Rutherford County is gearing up for the introduction of two charter schools set to open their doors. The proce.... Read More

Smyrna Police Seek Public Assistance in Identifying Alleged Theft Suspects

Jan 03, 2024 at 11:34 pm by WGNS News

Smyrna, TN – The Smyrna Police Department is actively seeking the public's help in identifying individuals suspected of theft in two separate incidents, both captured.... Read More

Rutherford County Sees Significant Growth in Property Assessments and Population

Jan 03, 2024 at 11:01 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN – As the New Year ushers in hopes for a better and more vibrant community, Rutherford County is witnessing positive signs of growth, particularly.... Read More

Rutherford County Election Administrator Testifies Before U.S. Senate Committee on Election Threats

Jan 03, 2024 at 10:22 pm by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TENN - Rutherford County Administrator of Elections Alan Farley testified concerning ongoing threats to election administration during a November he.... Read More

13th Annual Chili Cook-Off and Cruise-In at Sam Davis Home Promises a Day of History and Flavor

Jan 02, 2024 at 11:20 pm by WGNS News

  Smyrna, TN – This Saturday, the historic Sam Davis Home in Smyrna will be abuzz with activity for the 13th annual chili cook-off, a beloved event orchestrated by.... Read More

Expanded School Choices Empower Rutherford County Parents

Jan 02, 2024 at 06:13 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - In a bid to provide greater flexibility and options for parents in Rutherford County, a transformative law passed a couple of years ago has paved the w.... Read More