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

Local Residents Should Beware of Continued Jury Duty Scam Calls

Jan 03, 2024 at 10:45 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TENN - The Rutherford County Sheriff's Office is cautioning residents about a recent phone scam in which perpetrators falsely claim to be sheriff's deputi.... 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

Driving Statistics Highlight Road Safety Concerns in Rutherford County as 2023 Comes to a Close

Dec 28, 2023 at 10:03 pm by WGNS News

    RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - As the year draws to an end, driving statistics for Rutherford County reveal both areas of improvement and causes for concern. Accordin.... Read More

Unemployment Rates Drop Across Tennessee, Rutherford County Among the Lowest

Dec 28, 2023 at 09:58 pm by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - New data released by the Department of Labor and Workforce Development reveals encouraging news for Tennessee as the unemployment rates decre.... Read More

La Vergne Urges Residents to Participate in Special Census for Community Benefit

Dec 27, 2023 at 09:58 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - A special census is underway in northern Rutherford County, where officials believe their population has grown by several thousand residents since U.S..... Read More

55 Professionals Part of December Graduating Cohort of Job-Embedded Teachers

Dec 26, 2023 at 11:06 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - 55 industry professionals are now fully licensed Rutherford County teachers thanks to the school district’s Teach Now program. Teach Now is an E.... Read More

Topics: Food Insecurity and Food Donations Needed, followed by History in Rutherford County

Dec 22, 2023 at 08:45 am by WGNS News

Today on the Action Line, host Scott Walker talked to State Representative Mike Sparks and Kathy Tyson with the We Are Hope Foundation. Kathy talked about food insecurity th.... Read More

UPDATE: Gas Prices Heading Into Christmas

Dec 21, 2023 at 10:00 am by WGNS News

Currently in Rutherford County, gas prices are averaging $2.78 per gallon for regular unleaded, while south of Murfreesboro in Bedford County, the average price is sitting a.... Read More

POLITICAL: Mitchell Seeks Re-election in Rutherford County’s Republican Primary with a Strong Record of Public Service

Dec 21, 2023 at 09:25 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Rutherford County's Property Assessor, Rob Mitchell, is gearing up for the upcoming Republican primary as he seeks re-election to continue his almost t.... Read More

TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center in Smyrna Announces New CFO

Dec 18, 2023 at 09:58 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, Tenn. - TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center in Smyrna has announced that Steve Gray is the new chief financial officer. As the CFO for TriStar StoneCrest, Gray wil.... Read More

Gas and Diesel Prices Heading Into Christmas

Dec 18, 2023 at 09:20 pm by WGNS News

Tennessee gas prices have dropped to the lowest prices that we've seen so far in 2023. Over last week, gas prices across the state fell five cents, on average. The T.... Read More

Sheriff’s Citizens Academy Alumni Association Celebrates Volunteers and Programs at Annual Christmas Dinner

Dec 18, 2023 at 06:24 am by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - In a heartwarming display of community spirit and appreciation for law enforcement, the Sheriff’s Citizens Academy Alumni Association rec.... Read More

UPDATE: 2023 Wreaths Across America at Stones River National Cemetery

Dec 13, 2023 at 01:17 am by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN – On Saturday, December 16, 2023, members of the Rutherford County community, as well as attendees from well outside of the local area, will gather at S.... Read More

Smyrna Assistant Police Chief Graduates FBI National Academy

Dec 11, 2023 at 08:08 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, Tenn.—Assistant Police Chief John Liehr from the Smyrna Police Department was among the 198 law enforcement officers who graduated 12/7/2023 from the FBI Nationa.... Read More

Fatality in Smyrna on Monday Morning

Dec 11, 2023 at 12:05 pm by WGNS News

UPDATE: LaVergne Police released information confirming the person involved in the Smyrna fatal accident was actually a LaVergne Police Officer. See the updated news story HER.... Read More

Gas Prices This Week in Rutherford County are Averaging $2.73 Per Gallon

Dec 11, 2023 at 11:02 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Average gasoline prices in Tennessee have fallen 10.4 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.76/g today, according to GasBuddy's survey of 3,8.... Read More

“There’s no playbook for this’: Smyrna High students embark on year-long filmmaking process

Dec 07, 2023 at 09:38 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, TN - When Kyle Dietz had sophomores in his Audio Visual Production II class at Smyrna High recreate well-known scenes from movies last year, he was admittedly impresse.... Read More

OPINION: The Impending Battle Over Universal Vouchers

Dec 07, 2023 at 02:49 pm by WGNS News

Opinion Submission: The debate over universal school vouchers at the Tennessee General Assembly will be a battle. Voucher supporters enjoy the home-field advantage and th.... Read More