Smyrna News

Victims Identified in Fatal Kari Drive Fire

Jan 28, 2025 at 03:59 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY - Authorities have identified the victims of the January 9th residential fire on Kari Drive as 63-year-old Christopher Lambert and 61-year-old Laura Lam.... Read More

Families Building Futures: Rotary Clubs Come Together for Habitat Homes

Jan 27, 2025 at 05:34 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Rutherford County Area Habitat for Humanity (RCHFH) and the three Rotary Clubs of Rutherford County will come together for the 6th Annual “Rotary.... Read More

Filling Up for Less: Tennessee Rises to 5th Cheapest State for Gas!

Jan 27, 2025 at 05:10 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Here’s some news that will rock the gas-loving community in a positive way… Tennessee has climbed up the charts to claim the title of the.... Read More

Transform Your Wellbeing in 2025 with Kim Hilsman Dunaway

Jan 27, 2025 at 04:30 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN – The month is almost over, have you started any new changes to your diet to get healthy in 2025?  WGNS talks to Kim Hilsman Dunaway from Suns.... Read More

Help Smyrna Police ID This Man

Jan 25, 2025 at 06:11 pm by WGNS

SMYRNA, TN - Local authorities in Smyrna are on the hunt for an elusive man who allegedly sold a counterfeit iPhone, and yes, this is an actual news story. Apparently, the art.... Read More

Rutherford County School Board Passes Resolution Calling for Closure of U.S. Borders

Jan 24, 2025 at 06:29 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN – The Rutherford County School Board has passed a controversial resolution calling for the closure of the U.S. borders to address the increasing nu.... Read More

Almaville Volunteer Fire Department Secures Grant Funding from Tennessee

Jan 23, 2025 at 02:57 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, TN - The Almaville Volunteer Fire Department in Smyrna is one of 245 volunteer fire departments in Tennessee to receive a portion of the recently approved grants.... Read More

Mortgage-Free Landscape for Residents 64 and Younger: Who's Paying Off Their Homes in Murfreesboro and Beyond?

Jan 22, 2025 at 10:41 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN -Amid rising mortgage rates and increased financial pressure on American households, one subset of homeowners stands out: those who have fully paid off t.... Read More

Rutherford County Schools OPEN ON TIME THURSDAY

Jan 22, 2025 at 06:32 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY SCHOOLS are OPEN on time! MURFREESBORO SCHOOLS are also open on time.

Libraries in Transition: Video Resources, 3D Printing, Bluey the Dog and Live Music Over the Next 2 Saturdays in Rutherford County

Jan 21, 2025 at 08:02 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Libraries are evolving with the times, enhancing both productivity and enjoyment depending on your needs. From traditional books to 3D printers and GoP.... Read More

Stolen Plates and Paraphernalia led Lebanon Police to Arrest Murfreesboro Duo in Smyrna Case

Jan 21, 2025 at 06:22 pm by WGNS News

WILSON COUNTY, TN - In Lebanon, Tennessee, a high-tech tool known as “SafeNet” proved its worth this week when it alerted local law enforcement to a stolen license.... Read More

Accused Smyrna Shoplifter in Bright Red Puffy Coat and Trucker Headset

Jan 20, 2025 at 09:15 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, TN - In what can only be characterized as a bold shoplifting incident, the Smyrna Police Department has issued a call for assistance in identifying an individual captu.... Read More

Small Changes for a Healthier Future: Insights from Sunshine Nutrition

Jan 20, 2025 at 05:00 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN – We are nearing the second month of a New Year and it’s not too late to start establishing a new way of eating and taking care of yourself!.... Read More

TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center in Smyrna Achieves Top 5% Ranking

Jan 17, 2025 at 04:05 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, TN — TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center has announced that it has been named a 2024 Human Experience (HX) Guardian of Excellence Award winner by Press Ganey..... Read More

Smyrna Woman Struck and Killed After Car Breakdown on Murfreesboro Pike

Jan 16, 2025 at 04:33 am by WGNS News

A Smyrna woman whose car broke down, died on Tuesday night after being hit by an oncoming vehicle shortly after she got out of her car and began walking. Koriona Harding, iden.... Read More

Snowball Fights: Enjoy the Fun, But Beware of the Risks

Jan 16, 2025 at 12:28 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Snowball throwing may have been temporarily halted due to the lack of ongoing snow, but that doesn’t mean the white stuff won’t return. Loc.... Read More
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Arrest Made in Ocala Road Structure Fire: Reckless Burning Charges Filed

Jan 15, 2025 at 02:24 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - The Rutherford County Fire Marshal’s Office (RCFMO) Investigators have charged Tiffany Johnson, 26, of Gallatin, with reckless burning in connect.... Read More

Mayor Joe Carr Addresses Rutherford County's Population Surge: Rutherford County Surpasses Hamilton County

Jan 13, 2025 at 06:03 am by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - Rutherford County Mayor Joe Carr is addressing the opportunities and challenges associated with the county’s projected population of 388,909, now.... Read More

Kickstart Your Health: New Year Tips from Sunshine Nutrition Center

Jan 13, 2025 at 05:00 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - WGNS talks to Kim Hilsman Dunaway from Sunshine Nutrition Center about the importance of getting healthy in the New Year. It doesn’t have to be j.... Read More

Mike Sparks Honors Several Local Leaders

Jan 11, 2025 at 10:49 am by WGNS

Nashville, TN - State Rep. Mike Sparks, R-Smyrna, honored several local leaders over the weekend for their contributions to Rutherford County and the state of Tennessee..... Read More