Smyrna News

Middle TN Electric Substation in Franklin, TN being Moved to Rutherford County

May 23, 2023 at 12:01 am by WGNS News

SEE UPDATED PLANS: MTE to Move Substation on Thursday (May 25, 2023) HERE Previous Plans to Move Substation Tuesday (below) were cancelled. See the updated news story above.... Read More

Jessica Jackson named next principal of Blackman Middle

May 22, 2023 at 11:04 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Jessica Jackson has been named as the next principal of Blackman Middle School. She first joined Rutherford County Schools in 2006. Previously, she se.... Read More

MONDAY: Rutherford County Again has Some of the Lowest Prices for Fuel in Tennessee

May 22, 2023 at 07:47 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Average gasoline prices in Tennessee have fallen 4.9 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.09/g today, according to GasBuddy's survey of 3,82.... Read More

While working, MTSU aerospace grad flies over commencement site instead

May 19, 2023 at 08:34 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Tony Briotta would’ve enjoyed attending Middle Tennessee State University’s May 5 commencement to personally receive his mast.... Read More

“Persons of Interest” in Credit Card Spending Spree, According to the MPD

May 09, 2023 at 05:07 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - Logging onto your favorite social media page and seeing a photo of your son or daughter is typically not a bad thing. But, that all changes if it's a.... Read More

Local Fitness Coordinator / Former YMCA Director Found Guilty in Murfreesboro Rape Case - One Additional Case of Sexual Exploitation of a Minor Pending

May 05, 2023 at 05:45 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - A man by the name of Richard Lawrence Canada was found guilty on 8-counts of rape this week in the Rutherford County Courtroom of Chancellor Ho.... Read More

Cannon / Rutherford County FEMA Sites Closing Soon for In-Person Storm Relief Filing

May 05, 2023 at 06:51 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD / CANNON COUNTY, TN - UPDATE: Time is running out for area residents to file claims “in-person” with FEMA representatives. For anyone who experienced da.... Read More

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Home Damaged by Fire on Wednesday Afternoon in La Vergne

May 03, 2023 at 07:08 pm by WGNS News

La Vergne, TN - A La Vergne home was severely damaged due to a large structure fire. The blaze occurred on Wednesday, May 3rd along Forest Ridge Drive. Accordin.... Read More

UPDATED: Senators Reeves and White announces $14.2 million in water infrastructure grants for Rutherford County

May 02, 2023 at 11:06 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - Senator Shane Reeves (R-Murfreesboro) and Senator Dawn White (R-Murfreesboro) today announced three cities in Rutherford County will receive.... Read More

Smyrna Kid's Safety Day is This Saturday

May 02, 2023 at 10:37 pm by WGNS News

Smyrna, TN -This Saturday in Smyrna, the town is holding "Kid's Safety Day." May 6th marks the 6th year for the annual event. That said, join Smyrna Fire, Smyrna Police, Smy.... Read More

Smyrna Man Hits SUV in Nashville, Killing the Driver, According to Metro Police

May 01, 2023 at 10:04 am by WGNS News

Metro Nashville Police say an unidentified man was killed after an accident occurred on I-40 this past Sunday. According to investigators, a Smyrna man was driving down the i.... Read More

Avg. Gas Prices are Down in the Rutherford County Area by $0.13-Cents and Diesel Prices are Down by $0.08-Cents, When Compared to Last Week

May 01, 2023 at 06:50 am by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - Average gasoline prices in Tennessee have fallen 9.1 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.21/g today, according to GasBuddy's survey of 3,82.... Read More

Today's Commentary on The Commissioner Corner: Rutherford County Commissioner Craig Harris Takes a Look at the Opioid Epidemic

May 01, 2023 at 01:30 am by WGNS News

Commentary: Rutherford County Commissioner Craig Harris takes a look at the opioid epidemic in Rutherford County and beyond.

Smyrna, TN has the Lowest Unemployment in Rutherford County - Murfreesboro Comes in at Second

Apr 27, 2023 at 07:03 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - The Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD) released new data today that showed unemployment rates improved in nearly every count.... Read More

Smyrna's TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center Becomes First Level III ACS Verified Center in TN

Apr 27, 2023 at 05:54 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, Tenn. - TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center has achieved verification as an American College of Surgeons (ACS) Level III Trauma Center. TriStar StoneCr.... Read More

UPDATE: Upcoming Car and Bike Show to Raise Money for a Positive Cause on June 24, 2023 - Hear our Interview

Apr 26, 2023 at 08:31 pm by WGNS News

UPDATED - Hear our full interview above: Rutherford County, TN - The Heart in Motion Car and Motorcycle Show is being planned for Rutherford County motor enthusiast. E.... Read More

International Folkfest in Rutherford County June 4-11, 2023

Apr 25, 2023 at 09:37 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - The International Folkloric Society Planning Council has announced the arrival of musicians and dancers from Mexico, Poland, and France! The gro.... Read More

Online Child Predators Could Be Talking to Your Children in Rutherford County

Apr 25, 2023 at 10:41 am by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - In today’s social media focused society, it is no wonder that children and teens feel so comfortable talking to strangers online. This holds espe.... Read More