Smyrna News

Murfreesboro’s Rise: From Small Town to Housing Hotspot

Dec 03, 2024 at 06:31 pm by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Murfreesboro, just 34 miles from Nashville, has undergone a dramatic transformation over the past two decades, cementing its status as a fast-g.... Read More

Greenhouse Ministries Enters 26th Year of Transforming Lives in Rutherford County

Dec 02, 2024 at 11:17 pm by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - At the end of this month, another year will be behind us and Greenhouse Ministries will begin their journey into their 26th anniversary of he.... Read More

GivingTuesday Spotlight: Barnabas Vision’s Deposit Program Helps Families Find Safe Housing

Dec 02, 2024 at 10:23 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Barnabas Vision, a Murfreesboro-based nonprofit, believes that everyone deserves access to safe, stable housing. Yet for many families, security and.... Read More

Local Generosity Shines as Toot’s Hosts Annual Holiday Fundraiser

Dec 02, 2024 at 05:13 pm by WGNS News

 MURFREESBORO, TN - For nearly 40 years, Toot’s Good Food and Fun has been more than just a spot for wings and burgers—it’s been a cornerstone of commun.... Read More

Pay Equity and Another Possible Pay Increase to Make County Government More Market-Competitive

Dec 02, 2024 at 09:21 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Rutherford County Mayor Joe Carr would like to see another cost of living pay increase for county employees in the next fiscal year. The goal is to b.... Read More

UPDATE: Murfreesboro Man Sentenced to 41 Years for Violent Crime Spree in Middle Tennessee

Nov 27, 2024 at 04:27 pm by WGNS News

  NASHVILLE, TN –29-Year-old Joshua Hallmon of Murfreesboro was sentenced today to 41 years in federal prison, announced Acting United States Attorney Thomas J. Ja.... Read More
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Car Crashes Into Karin’s Kustard in Smyrna

Nov 26, 2024 at 07:43 pm by WGNS

SMYRNA – A popular Smyrna local eatery, Karin’s Kustard, experienced an unexpected accident Tuesday afternoon when a vehicle lost control and crashed halfway.... Read More

Dr. Kazeen Abdullah Brings Expertise to Centennial Heart at StoneCrest

Nov 26, 2024 at 09:11 am by WGNS News

SMYRNA, Tenn. – TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center is pleased to announce the addition of Kazeen Abdullah, MD, to Centennial Heart at StoneCrest. “We are thri.... Read More

Gas Prices Take a Dip in Rutherford County: A Drop Worth .8 Cents of Excitement

Nov 25, 2024 at 07:05 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Brace yourselves, Rutherford County residents! It seems the universe has thrown us a bone—albeit a tiny one. While gas prices statewide edged up.... Read More

Rutherford County EMS Awarded $35,000 Grant from Gary Sinise Foundation

Nov 22, 2024 at 10:45 am by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - Rutherford County Emergency Medical Service (RCEMS)  received a $35,000 no match grant award from the Gary Sinise Foundation (GSF) through their F.... Read More

Murfreesboro Sees Slight Uptick in Unemployment as Smyrna and LaVergne Stay Steady

Nov 21, 2024 at 03:15 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Rutherford County continues to excel in employment metrics, maintaining its position among Tennessee’s top 10 counties with the lowest unemployme.... Read More

Gas Prices in Rutherford County and a ‘Road Trip’ to Paris: Saving Money on Fuel

Nov 21, 2024 at 10:12 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - If there’s one thing Tennessee is crushing lately, it’s being kind of cheap on gas—well, until we’re not. Earlier this week, AA.... Read More

Media Commentary by MTSU Professor Larry Burriss: Polling Predictions Fall Flat in Election Aftermath

Nov 21, 2024 at 01:25 am by WGNS News

OPINION: The aftermath of the recent election has been dominated by debates over polling accuracy and media analysis. Polls initially suggested a close race with potential leg.... Read More

Heartfelt Tributes Pour In for Murfreesboro Cyclist Killed on His Way to Work

Nov 16, 2024 at 04:46 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - A tragic accident on the Old Nashville Highway near Creekmont Drive claimed the life of a Murfreesboro resident early Friday morning. Jonathan Hamilton.... Read More

TBI Issues Warning on Venezuelan Gang “Tren de Aragua” in Tennessee

Nov 15, 2024 at 05:22 pm by WGNS News

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) has raised concerns about the presence of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua, a transnational criminal organization, in the state..... Read More

Tennessee Unemployment Near Record Lows; Rutherford County Among Top Performers

Nov 14, 2024 at 03:12 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - In September of this year, Rutherford County reported an impressively low unemployment rate of 2.9%, placing it in the top five counties in Tennessee f.... Read More

Smyrna Police Warn: No, They’re Not Calling About Your ‘Warrant’ – It’s a Scam

Nov 13, 2024 at 06:53 pm by WGNS News

Smyrna, TN – The Smyrna Police Department is reminding residents that they’re in the business of law enforcement, not running a telemarketing scheme. A recent.... Read More

Rutherford County Traffic Safety Task Force Plans Holiday Sobriety Checkpoint

Nov 13, 2024 at 05:39 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN – In response to rising traffic crashes, the Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) has announced a sobriety checkpoint to be held on Nov. 22 on U.S. Highw.... Read More

Beware: Scammers Are Out to "Help" with Medicare—Rutherford County Shares Tips to Spot Them

Nov 13, 2024 at 05:28 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN – It’s that time of year again when scammers pose as Medicare “representatives” to offer “helpful” enrollment guidanc.... Read More

Breath of Life and the Early Detection and Fight Against Lung Cancer

Nov 12, 2024 at 04:41 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Lung cancer is a leading cause of cancer-related deaths for both men and women, but early detection can save lives. Dr. Robert P. Mildenhall of Ascensi.... Read More