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Rutherford County Sees Drop in Colon Cancer Rates Over Two Decades

Mar 14, 2025 at 11:57 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - The number of people receiving a colon cancer diagnosis appears to be on a slow but steady downward trend in Tennessee, according to the U.S. Departmen.... Read More

Rutherford County Ranks Second in Tennessee for Lowest Unemployment Rate

Mar 14, 2025 at 11:37 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Eighty-two of Tennessee’s 95 counties reported unemployment rates below 5% in January, even as most counties saw an increase in jobless numbers c.... Read More

Crackdown on Dangerous Driving: Extra Officers Patrolling I-24 This Friday

Mar 12, 2025 at 10:14 pm by WGNS Radio News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY,  TN  - Law enforcement agencies across Tennessee will be out in full force on Friday, March 14, as part of Operation Impact I-24 Traffic Enforceme.... Read More
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Rutherford County Fire & Rescue Responds to Multiple Brush Fires

Mar 12, 2025 at 01:24 pm by WGNS Radio News

Rutherford County, TN – On the afternoon of March 10, 2025, Rutherford County Fire and Rescue (RCFR) responded to multiple brush fires alongside the Almaville Volunteer.... Read More

Another Update on YOUR Missed Jury Duty - - The Sheriff’s Office Is Definitely Not Calling You!

Mar 12, 2025 at 11:01 am by WGNS News

UPDATE: Just when we thought scammers had exhausted their creativity, they’ve outdone themselves, again. Two days ago, WGNS reported that fraudsters were impersonating t.... Read More

Sheriff’s Office Warns of Scam Calls Posing as Deputies

Mar 11, 2025 at 09:44 pm by WGNS Radio News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Rutherford County residents, take note—if you get a phone call from someone claiming to be a sheriff’s deputy demanding payment for a misse.... Read More

Navigating Allergy Season in a High Pollen Community like Rutherford County

Mar 11, 2025 at 06:17 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - The first official day of spring arrives next Thursday (03/20/25), but some Rutherford Countians are already feeling the seasons change with the onset.... Read More

Group Graduates From 16th Judicial District Recovery Court - Over 400 Graduates to Date

Mar 10, 2025 at 06:23 pm by WGNS Radio News

Rutherford County, TN - Circuit Court Judge Jimmy Turner presided over another graduation of Recovery Court participants on Friday, March 7. Recovery Court is a program with.... Read More

Tennessee Shines: Third Least Expensive Gas Prices in the Nation!

Mar 10, 2025 at 04:07 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Positive news for Tennesseans today! The Volunteer State has proudly positioned itself as the third least expensive gas market in the nation for toppin.... Read More

Embracing Change: A Guide to Premenopause and Menopause (Part II)

Mar 10, 2025 at 02:30 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Join Kim Hillsman Dunaway from Sunshine Nutrition Center as she explores essential topics in women's health, particularly premenopause and perimenopaus.... Read More

The Great Tennessee Air Show Returns with the Blue Angels

Mar 09, 2025 at 02:34 pm by WGNS

Smyrna, TN - The skies above Smyrna Airport will roar to life as The Great Tennessee Air Show takes place on June 7-8, 2025. Aviation enthusiasts are in for a treat, with the.... Read More

Rep Sparks' Op-Ed on SB 694

Mar 08, 2025 at 09:32 am by WGNS

EDITORIAL: Nashville - The Tennessee Senate approved SB 694 by a vote of 22 (for) and 4 (against) last Thursday (3/7/2025). Smyrna State Representative Mike Sparks (TN-R) sai.... Read More

From Rutherford County to Coffee County, It’s Another Day, and Another Fake Call with the Never-Ending Cycle of Scams

Mar 07, 2025 at 12:08 pm by WGNS News

In the dizzying realm of scams, our favorite scheme has risen from the ashes yet again—because why let a good fraud die? The not-so-exciting news for local listeners is.... Read More

Analyzing Tennessee's Steady Job Market as January Unemployment Rate Stands at 3.7%

Mar 06, 2025 at 03:28 pm by WGNS News

Across the state of Tennessee, unemployment numbers held steady during the first month of the new year. According to new data from the Tennessee Departme.... Read More

Sheriff’s Chief Deputy Won’t Call You About Your Imaginary Court Date—But a Scammer Will

Mar 05, 2025 at 10:56 pm by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN – In today’s episode of People Will Believe Anything If You Say It With Authority, a local woman received a call from someone claimin.... Read More

New Rutherford County School on Schedule to Open in August - Hiring Underway

Mar 05, 2025 at 09:29 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - The Rutherford County School system is continuing to offer incentives to those who are hired for certain positions as the community grows by leaps and.... Read More

Rutherford County Detectives Seek Information on Tuesday Home Invasion in Florence Road Area

Mar 05, 2025 at 10:41 am by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN – Two unidentified individuals broke into a home on Heatherwood Drive off Florence Road on Tuesday, stealing multiple items from the unsuspecting o.... Read More

Navigating Women's Health: Insights on Perimenopause and Menopause

Mar 04, 2025 at 07:04 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Many women begin experiencing hormone changes at around 45-years-old, while others may notice certain symptoms closer to the age of 50. Signs of these.... Read More

Smyrna Police Investigate Break-In at Senior Living Center, Seek Suspect Identification

Mar 04, 2025 at 06:55 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, TN - The Smyrna Police Department is requesting assistance in identifying an individual captured on surveillance camera following a break-in at the Traditions Senior L.... Read More

Empowering Women: Managing Hormonal Changes and Health Concerns (Part I)

Mar 04, 2025 at 05:45 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Join Kim Hillsman Dunaway from Sunshine Nutrition Center as she delves into critical aspects of women's health, focusing on the journey through premeno.... Read More