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

High Bills Burden Murfreesboro Area Residents

Dec 07, 2023 at 12:33 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Residents in Murfreesboro, Tennessee face a hefty financial burden as recent data from doxoINSIGHTS reveals that their annual bills surpass the national ave.... Read More

ATHENA Season has begun! Nomination deadline is December 8th

Dec 05, 2023 at 09:45 am by WGNS News

Rutherford Cable is seeking nominations for the 2024 Rutherford ATHENA International Leadership Award and ATHENA Young Professional Leadership Award. The ATHENA Award, named.... Read More

Community Generosity Warms Hearts as Barnabas Vision Continues Winter Coat Giveaway

Dec 04, 2023 at 10:24 am by WGNS News

  Murfreesboro, TN - In a heartwarming display of community support, local residents rallied together to donate coats to Barnabas Vision, a non-profit organization commi.... Read More

OPINION: "Rep. Mike Sparks Shares Passion Behind Firearm Safety Act and Efforts to Curb Rash of Stolen Firearms”

Nov 28, 2023 at 11:01 am by WGNS News

SMYRNA, TN - Opinion: A pivotal moment for firearm safety in Tennessee began Nov. 1 with the enactment of the Safe Storage of Firearms Act. The new legislation, formerly known.... Read More
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Fire Destroys Abandoned Structure In Heavily Wooded Area

Nov 26, 2023 at 10:08 am by WGNS

(SMYRNA, TN) Several area fire departments answered a call Saturday (11/25/2023) to the 9000 block of Briley Road. First responders reported heavy smoke could be seen plummeti.... Read More

Undercover TBI Operation Focused on Suspects Wanting to Engage in Commercial Sex Acts with Minors Nets 2 From Rutherford County Being Arrested in Williamson County

Nov 22, 2023 at 10:34 pm by WGNS News

WILLIAMSON COUNTY – An undercover operation by special agents with the TBI Human Trafficking Unit, the Williamson County Sheriff’s Department, the Spring Hill.... Read More

New Rutherford County Judge Originally Saw Himself Working in Agriculture

Nov 20, 2023 at 01:47 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN – The new judge for the seat that was vacated by long time Rutherford and Cannon County Circuit Court Civil Judge J. Mark Rogers has been decided.... Read More

Counseling for People of Color After COVID-19

Nov 20, 2023 at 11:54 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - The mental health within communities of color are being highlighted in a recently approved grant for two Middle Tennessee State University profe.... Read More