Smyrna News

Rutherford County Housing Market Pushes Buyers to Higher Price Brackets

Nov 01, 2025 at 02:40 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - The rising cost of housing in Rutherford County continues to squeeze buyers — not only first-time homeowners and families relocating for work, bu.... Read More

Two Suspects in Metro Nashville Shooting Arrested by Rutherford County Deputies

Oct 29, 2025 at 09:14 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. — Two suspects connected to the fatal shooting of 17-year-old Ja’Quan Nolan in Bellevue have been arrested by Rutherford County Sher.... Read More

Rutherford County Ranks in Tennessee’s Top Five for Child Well-Being

Oct 29, 2025 at 07:45 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. — Children make up nearly a quarter of Rutherford County’s total population, according to the latest figures from the Tennessee Co.... Read More

Can-Am Derby Brings Off-Road Racing and Rancher Rivalry to Murfreesboro

Oct 29, 2025 at 11:09 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Can-Am has announced an exciting new event — the Can-Am Derby — set to rev up Murfreesboro on Saturday, November 8, 2025, from 11.... Read More

Middle Point Landfill Operator Pushes Back Against City Allegations, Cites Data and Cooperation Gaps

Oct 27, 2025 at 09:48 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Tensions continue between the City of Murfreesboro and BFI Waste Systems of Tennessee, the company that operates Middle Point Landfill, over environmen.... Read More

More Than a Meal: Greenhouse Ministries’ Turkey Drive Brings Food and Hope to Murfreesboro

Oct 27, 2025 at 04:52 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - While many organizations across the state prepare to serve warm Thanksgiving meals, one Murfreesboro nonprofit is giving families the ingre.... Read More

Social Security Benefits to Rise 2.8% in 2026 for 75-Million Americans

Oct 27, 2025 at 11:56 am by WGNS News

WASHINGTON, DC - The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced that benefits will increase by 2.8% in 2026 to help people keep up with the rising cost of living. This mea.... Read More

Tennessee Drivers Cheer Cheap Gas… Until They Cross the County Line

Oct 27, 2025 at 06:56 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Tennessee drivers have a little something to celebrate this week — or at least that’s what AAA Auto Club suggests. As of Monday, Octo.... Read More

Rutherford County Sheriff’s Lt. Michael Rodgers Enters 2026 Commission Race Focused on Transparency and Growth

Oct 25, 2025 at 05:26 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Michael Rodgers has announced his intent to run for Rutherford County Commissioner in District 4 for the 2026 election cycle. Rodgers, a longtime coun.... Read More

Tennessee’s Truancy Laws: Ensuring Every Student Shows Up and Succeeds

Oct 24, 2025 at 10:08 am by WGNS News

School Attendance is the Keystone of Academic Success in Tennessee - In Tennessee, school attendance is essential for educational success. No amount of advanced resources.... Read More

Rutherford County Residents Can Drop Off Household Chemicals Free of Charge Saturday

Oct 24, 2025 at 12:58 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) will host a mobile household hazardous waste collection event in Rutherford County.... Read More

Rutherford County Residents Outsmart “Fake Sergeant” Phone Scam

Oct 23, 2025 at 11:22 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — It seems scammers are at it again — this time pretending to be none other than Rutherford County Sheriff’s Sgt. Tim Hayes, apparently m.... Read More

Rutherford County Makes Property Info Easier to Find

Oct 22, 2025 at 02:48 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN - If you’ve ever tried to track down your property details online and ended up frustrated, you’re not alone. But that’s changing — t.... Read More

Middle Tennessee Electric Linemen Win Top Honors at International Rodeo

Oct 21, 2025 at 07:30 am by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - Several linemen from Middle Tennessee Electric (MTE) brought home top honors from the 41st Annual International Lineman’s Rodeo & Expo, held.... Read More

Students Invited to Explore Automotive Careers at TCAT Smyrna Transportation Fair with LKQ Announcement

Oct 17, 2025 at 04:14 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, Tenn. — The Collision Repair Education Foundation (CREF) will host a Transportation Career Fair at the Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT) at.... Read More

Gift Cards for Warrants? Only in Scamland, Tennessee

Oct 17, 2025 at 07:43 am by WGNS News

MIDDLE TENNESSEE — Congratulations, Middle Tennessee — you’ve officially been “selected” for yet another round of everyone’s least favori.... Read More

Fake Tag Traffic Stop Leads to Stolen Gun from Smyrna, Stolen Truck from Antioch, and Arrest of Wanted Man

Oct 15, 2025 at 07:59 pm by WGNS News

LEBANON, Tenn. — What started as a routine traffic stop quickly turned into a major arrest after officers discovered a stolen gun, a stolen vehicle, and a wanted s.... Read More

Deputy Chief Steve Spence Announces Candidacy for Rutherford County Sheriff

Oct 14, 2025 at 10:28 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro – Deputy Chief Steve Spence has officially announced his candidacy for Rutherford County Sheriff in the Republican Primary. A lifelong public se.... Read More

Quick Response by Rutherford County Fire Crews Saves Life in Late-Night Murfreesboro Blaze

Oct 14, 2025 at 01:36 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - Rutherford County Fire and Rescue (RCFR) responded to a residential fire on Bairdscorner Drive in Murfreesboro on Monday night around 11:00 PM.&nb.... Read More

Fall Games Return--Over 900 Athletes Return to Smyrna and Murfreesboro This Weekend

Oct 13, 2025 at 07:08 pm by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN - Rutherford County is about to get a whole lot louder—with cheers, high-fives, and the unmistakable energy of the Special Olympics Tennessee State.... Read More