Smyrna News

Drop Off Unused Medications at the Smyrna Police Department

Oct 03, 2023 at 03:46 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, TN - The drug overdose epidemic in the United States is a clear and present public health, public safety, and national security threat. DEA’s National Prescrip.... Read More

Faith & Blue Weekend features Movie In the Park, Family Fun Fest and Touch A Truck

Oct 02, 2023 at 11:34 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Engaging the community through partnerships with faith-based organizations is the goal of the 3rd Annual Faith & Blue Weekend celebratio.... Read More

UPDATE: Rutherford County's Proposed Forensic Center

Oct 02, 2023 at 10:00 am by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TENN - UPDATE: In late August, funding provided by the State of Tennessee fell through for a proposed forensic center in Rutherford County, but that.... Read More

Outdoor Theater Becomes Reality at Smyrna Elementary School

Sep 29, 2023 at 02:18 pm by WGNS News

  SMYRNA, TENN - Friday, August 25th finally arrived! It may have been warm but the sun was shining! It was the day that students could use their new Outdoor Amphitheate.... Read More

Stolen Pickup Truck in Smyrna Remains Under Investigation

Sep 29, 2023 at 01:43 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, TENN - In Smyrna, investigators are trying to determine who stole a pickup truck from a Lowe's parking lot. In fact, the Smyrna Police Department is seeking any info.... Read More

Rutherford County Continues to Have Low Unemployment Rate - Smyrna Maintains Lowest Rate in County

Sep 28, 2023 at 08:45 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TENN – Ninety-three of Tennessee’s 95 counties recorded lower unemployment rates in August 2023, according to new data from the Department of.... Read More

Dr. Kay Martin named Rutherford County Schools Deputy Director

Sep 28, 2023 at 07:58 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TENN - Dr. Kay Martin (above photo) will serve as deputy director of Rutherford County Schools, Director of Schools Dr. Jimmy Sullivan announced today. .... Read More

Proposal for County Property Assessors to Reappraise Properties Every 2-Years, Instead of Every 4-Years

Sep 28, 2023 at 07:37 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TENN – As Middle Tennessee counties continue to prosper, the services provided by local government offices inevitably grows. A sizable portion of fu.... Read More

PlanRutherford Community Workshops Announced

Sep 28, 2023 at 04:31 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, Tenn. - Rutherford County officials are excited to announce a series of community workshops scheduled in October as part of the ongoing PlanRutherford initiative.... Read More

Smyrna Police Aim to Nab Unknown Culprits Who Allegedly Stole Legos and More

Sep 27, 2023 at 05:49 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, TENN - The Smyrna Police Department is seeking to identify multiple subjects who were captured on security cameras at several stores in the area. According to Smyrn.... Read More

City/County Fire Marshal’s Ban All Open Burning Until Further Notice Due to Lack of Rainfall

Sep 27, 2023 at 12:22 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – The fire marshals for the Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department (MRFD) and Rutherford County Fire & Rescue Department (RCFR) have issued a mandat.... Read More

The Tennessee Philharmonic Orchestra Begins Their 42nd Season in Rutherford County

Sep 25, 2023 at 10:34 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - The Tennessee Philharmonic Orchestra Begins Their 42nd Season this year and the season opener will be the annual Veterans Day Concert, whic.... Read More

Traffic Safety Education and Reducing DUI Offenses in Rutherford County

Sep 25, 2023 at 10:25 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Earlier this month, the Tennessee Highway Safety Office (THSO) announced $28.5 million in federal grant funds to be distributed statewide from the Nati.... Read More

The Commissioner Corner: A Commentary on Hollywood by Commissioner Craig Harris

Sep 25, 2023 at 09:30 am by WGNS News

In today's Commissioner Corner, Rutherford County Commissioner Craig Harris talks about the ugly side of Hollywood. Listen to his entire segment above. 

Middle Point to Host Open House at Almaville Volunteer Fire Station

Sep 23, 2023 at 12:30 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Middle Point Landfill announces its next open house will take place Tuesday, September 26th at the Almaville Volunteer Fire Station, 911&.... Read More

Smyrna Police Seeking Information Surrounding Theft from Target

Sep 21, 2023 at 10:41 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, TN - In Smyrna, Police are hoping to gain additional information about a theft that occurred late last month (08/28/23) in the Target store. Detectives are seeking t.... Read More

Rutherford County Road Rage Drivers and a Shift in Thinking (With Audio)

Sep 21, 2023 at 06:19 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - When you hear stories about road rage incidents involving one motorist harming another over a petty traffic infraction, your first thought may lead you.... Read More

County Mayor Joe Carr's "State of the County" Address 7PM Thursday

Sep 20, 2023 at 01:05 pm by WGNS

Rutherford County, TN - Rutherford County Mayor Joe Carr will deliver his inaugural State of the County address LIVE on Thursday, September 21, 2023 at 7 pm on RCTV. Having c.... Read More

Less Road Rage and Better Driving in Rutherford County

Sep 20, 2023 at 07:00 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - There's a good chance you saw an increase of patrol officers in Rutherford County along Interstate 24 and Veterans Parkway on Wednesday. The rea.... Read More

Evangelist / Guest Pastor at a Variety of Churches Arrested on Multiple Rape of a Child Charges in Murfreesboro

Sep 20, 2023 at 02:02 am by WGNS News

  MURFREESBORO, TN - An evangelist who calls the Blackman area home is facing a slew of charges that revolve around the rape of a child. Benjamin Garlick was taken into.... Read More