Smyrna News

High Schools Clash at Inaugural "Tournament of Rutherford County High School Chess Champions" in Murfreesboro

Mar 28, 2024 at 07:15 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN – Calling all chess prodigies! The Rutherford County Board of Education, in partnership with board members Caleb Tidwell and Claire Maxwell, Director of.... Read More

February Statistics Show Decreases in Unemployment for Cities Within Rutherford County

Mar 28, 2024 at 06:27 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Rutherford County boasts the third-lowest unemployment rate in the state, standing at just 2.2%. Data released by the State of Tennessee reveals that.... Read More

Homecoming: Tennessee National Guard's 251st Military Police Company Returns from Overseas Deployment

Mar 26, 2024 at 10:30 am by Chandelar Williams

Smyrna, TN - Nearly 150 soldiers from the Tennessee National Guard’s 251st Military Police Company returned home on Thursday, March 21, after a nearly year-long deployme.... Read More

Local Gas Prices Lower than Counties North and West of Murfreesboro

Mar 25, 2024 at 03:14 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Pump price increases across the state gained momentum last week, rising nine cents on average. The Tennessee Gas Price average is now.... Read More

Smyrna Police Seek Assistance in Identifying Suspect in Theft Incident

Mar 25, 2024 at 12:52 pm by Chandelar Williams

Smyrna, TN - The Smyrna Police Department is reaching out to the community for assistance in identifying a female suspect involved in a theft incident at Harbor Freight. &nbs.... Read More

3.3% Unemployment in Tennessee

Mar 23, 2024 at 10:33 am by WGNS

Nashville, TN - After a slight increase at the start of 2024, Tennessee’s unemployment rate dropped to near record-low levels in February. Department of Labor and Workfo.... Read More

Middle Point Landfill’s $70M Renewable Natural Gas Site

Mar 21, 2024 at 07:16 pm by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO) Middle Point Landfill operators have broken ground on an approximately $70 million renewable natural gas (RNG) site on the west side of the landfill property, a.... Read More

Group Claims Proposed Bill in TN Endangers LGBTQ+ Youth

Mar 21, 2024 at 02:21 pm by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, TN — According to the Human Rights Campaign, an LGBTQ advocacy organization,  the Tennessee Senate passed the Tennessee Foster and Adoptive Par.... Read More

Rutherford County School Teacher Faces Suspension Amidst Allegations of Misconduct

Mar 20, 2024 at 04:02 pm by Chandelar Williams

Smyrna, TN - In a startling turn of events, a Rutherford County school teacher finds themselves embroiled in controversy following allegations of professional misconduct and n.... Read More

Schneider Electric Invests $85 Million in Smyrna, Tennessee Manufacturing Expansion

Mar 18, 2024 at 10:50 am by Chandelar Williams

Smyrna, TN - Schneider Electric, a global leader in digital automation and energy management, has announced bold plans to strengthen its manufacturing presence in Smyrna, Tenn.... Read More

Don't Press Your Luck This St. Patrick's Day - Don't Drive Drunk

Mar 14, 2024 at 12:14 pm by WGNS News

As St. Patrick's Day approaches, bars are likely preparing for an influx of customers, most of whom will be searching for adult beverages that are filled with a tint of gree.... Read More

Gallagher Fest: Murfreesboro's Newest Folk and Bluegrass Celebration

Mar 14, 2024 at 01:09 am by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN - If you thought that folks from places like California were moving here by the droves, just wait until they hear about the exciting news we're about to tel.... Read More

Detectives Seek Help Identifying Persons of Interest in Primrose School Vehicle Break-Ins

Mar 12, 2024 at 12:31 pm by Chandelar Williams

Murfreesboro , TN - Detectives are seeking assistance in identifying two individuals wanted for questioning regarding multiple vehicle break-ins at Primrose School on Wendelwo.... Read More

Rutherford County Schools Considering a Day Off for Upcoming Eclipse

Mar 11, 2024 at 08:18 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - The Rutherford County Schools are considering a closure on Monday, April 8, 2024 - - for the sun... Schools Director Dr. Jimmy Sullivan explains...Ag.... Read More

Volunteers Needed for Local Special Olympics Events to Fill the Stands

Mar 07, 2024 at 10:11 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - The Murfreesboro Parks and Rec Department are trying to fill the stands at the upcoming Area 16 Special Olympics event... That was Assistant Parks.... Read More

Guilty Plea Filed in St. Louis Court After 2023 Collision Leaves Smyrna High Graduate with Severe Injuries

Mar 07, 2024 at 09:49 pm by WGNS News

Guilty Plea's were filed in a St. Louis, Missouri Circuit Courtroom on Thursday, May 7, 2024, marking the culmination of a jury trial held 12 months and 2 weeks after former.... Read More

More on The Heroes Luncheon Held Earlier This Week

Mar 07, 2024 at 07:37 pm by WGNS News

  Rutherford County, TN – March 5th marked the 12th annual Red Cross event for recognition and awareness. The American Red Cross Heart of Tennessee Chapter awarded.... Read More

Smyrna Residents Rally to Preserve General Sessions Court in Primary Election

Mar 06, 2024 at 12:34 pm by Chandelar Williams

Smyrna, TN - In the recent primary election, Smyrna residents made a clear statement about the fate of their General Sessions court. Despite a concerted effort to abolish it,.... Read More

📺 Election Results for Rutherford County

Mar 05, 2024 at 09:33 pm by WGNS News

  Rutherford County, TN - UPDATED: As Election Day draws to a close in Rutherford County on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, the results from the March primaries paint.... Read More

New Teachers Could Receive a Sign-On Bonus in Rutherford County

Mar 05, 2024 at 07:47 pm by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Recruitment efforts are underway at the Rutherford County School system right now... That was Dr. Andrea Anthony, the school’s chief.... Read More