Smyrna News

Rutherford County and Murfreesboro City Schools Continue Helping with their Summer Food Programs

Jun 27, 2023 at 07:12 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - The summer feeding program continues in Rutherford County. The county schools are working to provide various venues for the free summer&.... Read More

Normal Forgetfulness Verses Signs of Alzheimer's or Dementia

Jun 27, 2023 at 06:45 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - As people grow older and find themselves becoming more forgetful, it's easy to self diagnose memory problems as signs of Dementia or Alzheimer's. How.... Read More

Average Gas Prices are Down .5-Cents in Tennessee - Down .12-Cents in Rutherford County

Jun 26, 2023 at 07:29 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Average gasoline prices in Tennessee have fallen 5.0 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.09/g today, according to GasBuddy's survey of 3,82.... Read More

More Banned Books Proposed Across the U.S. at Local Libraries and a New Digital Card Catalog in Rutherford County Library Branches

Jun 26, 2023 at 07:05 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Last year, the American Library Association reported the largest number of attempts to ban books in community libraries across the country… That.... Read More

Smyrna’s Independence Day Celebration returns July 1st with Fireworks Show

Jun 23, 2023 at 11:44 am by WGNS News

SMYRNA, Tennessee—Smyrna’s Independence Day celebration returns Saturday, July 1, 2023, in Lee Victory Recreation Park, 110 Sam Ridley Parkway East. Festivities b.... Read More

Large Car and Bike Show to be Held This Saturday Outside of the SRM Headquarters Off I-840

Jun 22, 2023 at 08:00 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - The Heart in Motion Car and Motorcycle Show is this Saturday. Everything from classic muscle cars to imports and low riders to pickups are expected to.... Read More

Thefts from Smyrna Sports Academy and Walmart - Do You Recognize These Subjects?

Jun 22, 2023 at 05:26 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, TN - In Smyrna, the Police Department is encouraging the public to help them identify two individuals who are accused of a felony theft at Academy Sports. At the spo.... Read More

UPDATE: White Powdery Substance Found in Envelopes Believed to be Over the Counter Medication - Sent to Republican Offices - Hear Soundbites

Jun 22, 2023 at 02:50 pm by WGNS News

  The legislative building that houses four State Representatives and two State Senators from Rutherford County was shut down on Thursday. Reports indicate the offices o.... Read More
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Central Magnet School Resource Officer, Local Teacher and Students Participate in Great Race starting Saturday

Jun 21, 2023 at 06:52 pm by WGNS Radio News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Pitching in as an announcer for the vintage car cross country Great Race landed a new role for Sheriff’s School Resource Officer Sgt. Scott Culp.... Read More

Father Fights for Son’s Memory by Seeking Lower Speed Limit

Jun 20, 2023 at 09:31 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - Grief overcomes Chuck Isbell when he speaks about the traffic death of his son, Nate, 13, of La Vergne Halloween night 2020. “I failed him.... Read More

Stolen Trailer Case is Under Investigation in Smyrna

Jun 19, 2023 at 04:13 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, TN - Smyrna Police are investigating the theft of a trailer that has yet to turn up... The trailer in question was stolen from WoodSpring Suites near the Sam Ridle.... Read More

ADVISORY: Black Bear Has Been Sighted In Smyrna Tennessee

Jun 16, 2023 at 02:17 pm by WGNS Radio News

ADVISORY: Please be aware that a black bear has been seen in the Green Tree area near Rock Springs Road. TWRA is tracking the bear through citizen observation and notification.... Read More

Retail Thefts Up Nationwide - Smyrna Police Ask for Help Identifying Possible Suspect in Retail Theft Case

Jun 16, 2023 at 09:26 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN – Shoplifting is a growing problem around the country that costs businesses billions of dollars annually.  To better summarize the cost of the.... Read More

Award-Wnning MTSU Solar Boat Team makes Waves at 2023 International Competition

Jun 15, 2023 at 07:37 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — For the second consecutive year, the Middle Tennessee State University solar boat team finished fourth overall in the 29th annu.... Read More

Smyrna and Murfreesboro Considering a Special Census as LaVergne Currently Counts their Population

Jun 14, 2023 at 10:20 pm by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - A special census is underway in northern Rutherford County, where officials believe their population has grown by several thousand residen.... Read More

Felony Shoplifting Case Reported at Ulta Beauty in Smyrna

Jun 13, 2023 at 10:58 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNYA, TN - Smyrna Police are asking for the assistance of the public in identifying two subjects who may be tied to a recent shoplifting incident. According to the Smyrna.... Read More

Public Hearing on Proposed Rutherford County Property Tax Increase TONIGHT (Tuesday Night) at 7PM

Jun 13, 2023 at 12:00 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - A proposed property tax increase for Rutherford County residents that adds up to 16% will be discussed at a public hearing this evening at 7 o'clock (T.... Read More

Gas and Diesel Prices in Rutherford County and Beyond on Monday

Jun 12, 2023 at 07:17 am by WGNS News

Average gasoline prices in Tennessee have fallen 4.3 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.12/g today, according to GasBuddy's survey of 3,821 stations in Tennessee..... Read More

Living with PTSD and the Battles that Come with PTSD for Veterans and More

Jun 12, 2023 at 06:38 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Posttraumatic Stress Disorder or PTSD is a mental health disorder that is a reaction to seeing or going through a life-threatening traumatic event. The.... Read More

North Rutherford Family YMCA Names 2022 Community Impact Award Honoree Recipient

Jun 08, 2023 at 09:17 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - The North Rutherford Family YMCA has selected Marion Appleton as its 2022 Community Impact Award recipient. Appleton is retired and has been a commun.... Read More