Smyrna News

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

Strike! Rocky’s DIY Bowling Alley with Recycled Bottles

Oct 13, 2025 at 12:02 pm by WGNS News

FUN & SIMPLE IDEA: Ready for some bottled-up fun? Rocky the Raccoon with RecycleRightTN.com suggests taking a few used plastic water bottles out of the recycle bin to make.... Read More

In Depth: From Local Leads to Federal Rescues - Murfreesboro Police and ICAC Stop Crimes Against Children

Oct 08, 2025 at 10:56 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN — In today’s digital age, the Internet is both a powerful tool for learning and a dangerous frontier for exploitation. Every day, predator.... Read More

Ice-Cold Crime: Thieves Exit Smyrna Kohl’s with Cart Full of Slushy Makers

Oct 07, 2025 at 01:59 am by WGNS News

SMYRNA, Tenn. — The Smyrna Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying two individuals who apparently couldn’t resist the sweet, icy temp.... Read More

Man Killed in I-24 Crash at Rutherford–Davidson Line After Striking Parked Semi

Oct 07, 2025 at 01:42 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. — A tragic crash on Interstate 24 near the Davidson and Rutherford County line left one man dead early Wednesday morning of last week..... Read More

Tennessee Gas Prices Rise Slightly, Because Apparently They Can

Oct 07, 2025 at 12:46 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Gas prices across Tennessee decided to stretch their legs a little this week, inching up by an average of two cents, according to AAA. The Tennessee.... Read More

National Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Keeping Kids Safe Online

Oct 06, 2025 at 11:41 pm by WGNS News

MIDDLE TENNESSEE - October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and United Communications wants to help families in Middle Tennessee build healthy digital.... Read More

Rutherford County Officials Warn of Computer Pop-Up Scam and Fake Deputy Call

Oct 01, 2025 at 08:27 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Authorities are warning Rutherford County residents to be cautious of computer pop-up scams that can lead to frightening phone calls and attempts t.... Read More