COMMENTARY: Well over 100-years ago, the first radio signal travelled across the English Channel

Mar 21, 2022 at 07:00 pm by WGNS

123-Years ago, the first radio signal was sent across the English Channel... with more, here is MTSU Professor Larry Burriss... Scroll down for more on this story and Dr..... Read More

Early Monday morning shooting in Smyrna - Two transported to the hospital

Mar 21, 2022 at 04:32 pm by WGNS

SMYRNA, Tennessee— There was an early morning shooting in Smyrna. The shooting occurred at a gas station across the street from the Nissan plant.Smyrna Police Officers w.... Read More

50th Anniversary Fun Run 5K in La Vergne

Feb 02, 2022 at 07:00 am by WGNS

(La Vergne, Tenn.) As part of the City of La Vergne’s yearlong celebration of its 50th anniversary of incorporation, the Parks Department has scheduled an Anniversa.... Read More

Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation Seeks Nominations for Governor's Environmental Awards

Jan 04, 2022 at 09:53 am by WGNS

The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) is inviting Tennesseans to submit nominations for the 2022 Governor’s Environmental Stewardship Awards.&l.... Read More

MLK Tribute 10AM Jan. 17th at La Vergne City Hall

Jan 03, 2022 at 06:01 pm by WGNS

(La VERGNE, TN)  At 10:00 o’clock Monday morning, January 17, 2022, the La Vergne City Hall is the site of the Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Remembrance Ceremo.... Read More

City of La Vergne Plans Events, Giveaways to Celebrate 50th Anniversary

Dec 01, 2021 at 05:07 pm by WGNS

(La Vergne, Tenn.) To celebrate the City of La Vergne’s 50th anniversary of incorporation in 2022 there are events and commemorative giveaways planned throughout th.... Read More

La Vergne Prepares for First Leaf Litter Collection

Sep 30, 2021 at 03:01 pm by WGNS

(La Vergne, Tenn.) The La Vergne Stormwater Department is preparing for its first-ever round of leaf litter collection this fall. Staff estimates the leaf litter collection tr.... Read More

Suspects arrested after gunfire in parking lot during local high school football game

Sep 29, 2021 at 04:51 pm by WGNS

No one suffered injuries after a man allegedly fired a handgun in the air in a rear parking lot during the Stewarts Creek High School football game Friday, a Rutherford County.... Read More

National Night Out in La Vergne on August 3rd

Jul 26, 2021 at 04:31 pm by WGNS

La Vergne Police Department will be hosting National Night Out on August 3 at Veterans Memorial Park, located on 115 Floyd Mayfield Drive, from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.&nbs.... Read More

City of La Vergne Names Police Chief

Jul 15, 2021 at 06:15 am by WGNS

 The City of La Vergne has selected a police chief, effective immediately. Mayor Cole has selected Burrel "Chip" Davis to be the next Chief of Police.Chief Davis has 22 y.... Read More

New Driver’s License Kiosk Available at La Vergne Public Library

Jul 13, 2021 at 11:45 am by WGNS

A long-awaited driver’s license kiosk is finally operational and available to serve those in the northern part of Rutherford County.The new self-service kiosk is one of.... Read More

Rutherford County Resident WANTED for Nashville Fatal Shooting on I-24

May 17, 2021 at 09:51 am by WGNS

Metro Homicide Unit detectives in Nashville have sworn out a criminal homicide warrant for a Rutherford County resident. The warrant charges 31-year-old Eddie Fitzgerald Newso.... Read More

New City Judge Appointed in La Vergne

May 13, 2021 at 07:31 am by WGNS

La Vergne, Tenn. - The Board of Mayor and Aldermen voted during the regular meeting in May to appoint a new judge to the City Court.William Cartwright has owned and operated a.... Read More

La Vergne Board Appoints New Alderman, Vice Mayor at Regular Meeting

Apr 07, 2021 at 11:52 pm by WGNS

(La Vergne, Tenn.) The La Vergne Board of Mayor and Aldermen appointed Magen Honeycutt to the board as a new alderman at the beginning of the regular meeting on April 6.Alderm.... Read More

La Vergne Farmers Market Moves Days, Opens Vendor Registration

Feb 23, 2021 at 07:29 am by WGNS

With spring just weeks away the City of La Vergne Parks and Recreation Department is excited to announce some changes to the popular Farmers Market.The La Vergne Farmers Marke.... Read More

Water Line Replacement Causing Detours in La Vergne Community

Feb 10, 2021 at 10:48 am by WGNS

The City of La Vergne water department is busy replacing a line that’s had maintenance issues over the last several years, causing detours in a busy La Vergne community..... Read More

Free Tax Prep Available at La Vergne Public Library

Feb 01, 2021 at 10:35 am by WGNS

(La Vergne, Tenn.) As tax day approaches free help is being made available thanks to the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program through United Way of Rutherford County.... Read More

La Vergne Parks Department Announces 2020 Old Timers Festival Grand Marshal

Oct 06, 2020 at 11:05 am by WGNS

The 2020 Old Timers Festival parade grand marshal has been selected by the Parks and Recreation Department. Dr. Theowauna Hatchett is the current principal at La Vergne High S.... Read More

La Vergne Awarded $2.6M Grant for Murfreesboro Road Improvements

Jul 21, 2020 at 09:23 am by WGNS

The City of La Vergne Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS) Project has been approved by the Tennessee Department of Transportation, awarding more than $2.6 million for im.... Read More

La Vergne Mayor Announces 2020 Citizen of the Year

Jul 08, 2020 at 11:37 am by WGNS

Mayor Jason Cole has selected the 2020 Citizen of the Year as part of his initiative for honoring citizens who make a difference in the community. This year’s recipient.... Read More