Smyrna News

Buzz: Contrary to Speculation, Tennessee to Only See One Cicada Brood Emerge in May

Apr 19, 2024 at 10:01 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - It may be one of the most talked-about phenomenons in Middle Tennessee... The return of the Cicadas in Mid May... Agriculture Extension Agent Mitchel.... Read More

Rep. Mike Sparks Legislation Tracks Psychiatric Bed Tracking

Apr 17, 2024 at 02:15 pm by WGNS

(With Audio) Nashville, TN - The Temessee House unanimously approved legislation to help ease the burden on hospitals in Tennessee. House Bill 827, sponsored by State Rep.... Read More

I-840 Closure in Williamson County After Railroad Equipment Damages Overpass

Apr 16, 2024 at 02:09 pm by WGNS News

  Williamson County, TN - Law enforcement agencies were compelled to close a section of Interstate 840 in Williamson County on Tuesday morning following an incident wher.... Read More

Smyrna Police Notify Public and Investigate Manager Overseeing Minors at Restaurant

Apr 16, 2024 at 12:26 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, TN - The Smyrna Police Department is notifying the public after the arrest of Edwardo Rodriguez who was charged with violating the sex offender registry. Rodriguez is.... Read More

Lane Agri-Park's Bustling Season Begins with the Return of the Farmers' Next Month

Apr 15, 2024 at 09:25 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - The local Rutherford County Farmers' Market is gearing up to reopen for the 49th year. Commencing on Friday, May 10, the Lane Agri-Park will come to life.... Read More

Local Entrepreneurs Unite to Form a Company Supporting Other Businesses

Apr 15, 2024 at 05:30 pm by WGNS News

Middle, TN– Today marks the exciting debut of Foundations First (F1), a dynamic duo determined to revolutionize the business facilitation landscape. With a shared pass.... Read More

Smyrna Town Manager to Retire

Apr 15, 2024 at 10:25 am by WGNS News

SMYRNA, Tennessee—Brian D. Hercules has announced his retirement as Town Manager of Smyrna after nearly six years of dedicated service. “It has been a privilege to.... Read More

Gas and Diesel Prices in Rutherford County This Week (April 15, 2024)

Apr 15, 2024 at 07:03 am by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - The average price for a gallon of regular unleaded gas has risen by .8-cents over the past week in Tennessee, with Monday's price hitting $3.28.... Read More

Rutherford County Health Department Receives Regional Award

Apr 13, 2024 at 10:40 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – The Tennessee Department of Health’s Mid-Cumberland Regional Office has chosen the Rutherford County Health Department as the Outstanding Hea.... Read More

Murfreesboro Police Urge Victims to Come Forward in 2023 Child Rape Case

Apr 12, 2024 at 06:01 pm by WGNS News

MURFRESSBORO, Tenn. –  Murfreesboro Police Department Criminal Investigations Division Special Victims Unit (SVU) detectives are encouraging any potential vi.... Read More

Smyrna Police Search for Burglary Suspects – Do You Recognize These Subjects?

Apr 12, 2024 at 07:48 am by WGNS News

SMYRNA, TN - The Smyrna Police Department is actively seeking the public's assistance in identifying two individuals believed to be involved in a recent burglary in a reside.... Read More

Rutherford County School Board Candidate Asks Opponent to Step Down Amidst TBI Investigation

Apr 11, 2024 at 09:40 pm by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - There is an expanding spotlight on the Rutherford County School Board race as one candidate is under investigation by the Tennessee Bureau of I.... Read More

Appellate Courts Uphold Rutherford County Convictions in I-24 Police Pursuit

Apr 11, 2024 at 05:57 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - A man who appealed a local courts decision was denied by the Tennessee Appellate Courts in recent months. The case in question had roots in Rutherfor.... Read More

Rutherford County Expanding and will Surpass Hamilton County in Population by 2027

Apr 10, 2024 at 09:10 pm by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Research released this year by the Boyd Center for Business and Economic Development at the University of Tennessee indicates that Rutherford C.... Read More

Op-Ed: Mike Sparks: "Uncommon solutions can help fix student behavioral health problems."

Apr 09, 2024 at 08:12 am by WGNS

(OpEd from 49th District State Rep. Mike Sparks - "Behavioral Health")  During my years in public service, I’ve always had a simple goal: to improve my community an.... Read More

Charity Celebrity Chess Tournament this Saturday in Murfreesboro

Apr 08, 2024 at 10:55 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN - Rutherford County Property Assessor Rob Mitchell has launched a chess program in Rutherford County that will benefit local at-risk children. This celebrity.... Read More

Rutherford County Holds on to Lower Gas Prices than Most Counties

Apr 08, 2024 at 09:46 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN – As we close out the first day of a new week, gas prices once again inched upwards compared to prices this past week, with the cost of fuel in.... Read More

Remembering Clifton: Sobriety Checkpoint Commemorates 10-Year Anniversary of Boy Scout's Tragic Passing

Apr 08, 2024 at 12:23 pm by Chandelar Williams

Smyrna, TN - Ten years after the tragic death of Boy Scout Clifton Braunwalder, who was killed by a driver under the influence of drugs, the Tennessee Highway Patrol, in colla.... Read More

Congratulations to the Newly Graduated Class of Rutherford County Fire and Rescue Recruits

Apr 05, 2024 at 02:46 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - Class 24-01 of Rutherford County Fire and Rescue graduated on Friday, April 5, 2024 in a ceremony held at New Vision Baptist Church.  &n.... Read More

Growth in Rutherford County Equals More Accidents and a Larger Fire and EMS Staff

Apr 05, 2024 at 11:24 am by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Between 1940 and 1950, Murfreesboro grew by 37.2%, with a population of 13,027 on April 1, 1950. At the same time, Smyrna also grew by a whoppi.... Read More