One in Smyrna Killed After Train Collision

Nov 13, 2023 at 01:15 pm by WGNS News

Smyrna, TN - A serious injury accident occured on Monday morning in Smyrna. The accident occurred just before the 11:00 hour in the area known as the "Depot District."&nb.... Read More

Murfreesboro Senator Secures $2 Million in Budget to Incentivize Medical Students to Train and Work in Rural Areas

May 22, 2023 at 06:49 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - State Senator Shane Reeves (R) of Murfreesboro secured $2 million in state funding for Middle Tennessee State University to provide scholarships for.... Read More
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Man Hit by Locomotive behind South Church Street Car Dealer on Tuesday in Murfreesboro

Oct 11, 2022 at 11:57 am by WGNS News

(MURFREESBORO, TENN.) The Murfreesboro Police Department and Murfreesboro Fire & Rescue Department responded to a man being hit by a double locomotive behind Bea.... Read More

Talks of a Railroad Strike Could Hurt Business and Impact Rutherford County

Sep 14, 2022 at 02:59 pm by WGNS News

A possible railroad strike is already affecting supply chains in Middle Tennessee. CSX, which travels directly through Rutherford County, has stopped transporting hazardous.... Read More
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No injuries in Train Vs. Vehicle accident on Rucker Road Friday

Mar 06, 2022 at 11:12 am by WGNS

(Click above picture to see more photos) Rutherford County Fire and Rescue, Emergency Medical Services, the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office and the Highway Patrol all.... Read More

Congressman's Proposal to End Blocked Railroad Crossings Introduced in House

Jun 04, 2021 at 02:37 pm by WGNS

Friday (6/4/2021), Rep. Jim Cooper (TN-05, D) announced his legislative strategy for solving the problem of trains parking on railroad crossings on busy commuter roads.&n.... Read More

Rail-Lines Between Atlanta and Nashville (Passing Through Murfreesboro) Could Become Reality

Apr 06, 2021 at 09:12 pm by WGNS

Imagine hopping on a train in Murfreesboro to catch an Atlanta Braves Game. Or, jumping on a train in the 'Boro to take in a Titans game in nearby Nashville... Both options co.... Read More