COMMENTARY: Safeguarding Communities Through Responsible Gun Ownership - by Rep. Sparks

Oct 21, 2024 at 07:46 am by WGNS News

COMMENTARY: Tennessee has made significant progress in the last two decades to reduce overall crime statewide and protect those in our communities. Just last year, there were.... Read More

LaVergne Accepting Donations for Last Minute Toy Store and Inaugural Food Drive

Oct 02, 2024 at 07:10 pm by WGNS News

La Vergne, Tenn. - The City of La Vergne will begin accepting donations for the Last Minute Toy Store and inaugural Food Drive beginning tomorrow, October 1. Donations can be.... Read More

La Vergne Prepares for Annual Leaf Litter Collection

Oct 01, 2024 at 04:12 pm by WGNS News

LA VERGNE, TN - The La Vergne Stormwater Department is preparing for the annual leaf litter collection this fall. The leaf collection truck will be running from October 14, 20.... Read More

Moo-ving Violation: Cows on the Loose in La Vergne

Sep 19, 2024 at 03:41 pm by WGNS News

LaVergne, TN - La Vergne Police found themselves in a bit of a moo-dy situation Thursday afternoon when two cows were spotted wandering the streets. The cow caper began arou.... Read More

UPDATE: La Vergne Cruise-In Cancelled Due to Severe Weather Threat

Sep 12, 2024 at 01:20 pm by WGNS News

La Vergne, Tenn. - The La Vergne Cruise-In event on Friday, September 13 has been cancelled due to threats of heavy rains and flooding following the Francine stormfront. .... Read More

La Vergne Officers Receive Purple Hearts for Injuries in 2023 Shooting

Sep 05, 2024 at 12:32 pm by WGNS News

La Vergne, TN – Officers Ashley Boleyjack and Gregory Kern were honored at a special Purple Heart Ceremony in La Vergne on Wednesday, September 4, for their bravery and.... Read More

Safety Emphasized in School Zones as Students Return to First Full Day of Class in Rutherford County on Thursday

Aug 07, 2024 at 12:59 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Sheriff’s deputies and Murfreesboro, Smyrna, and La Vergne police officers monitored school zones on Wednesday when Rutherford County and Murfree.... Read More

La Vergne Police Officers Return from RNC Deployment

Jul 22, 2024 at 04:43 pm by WGNS News

La Vergne, TN - Five members of the La Vergne Police Department returned on July 19 from a deployment assignment at the Republican National Convention (RNC) in Milwaukee, Wisc.... Read More

Rutherford County Responds to Growing Student Population with New Schools and Projects

Jul 12, 2024 at 02:34 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - While the Human Resource Department within the Rutherford County Schools conduct interviews for future teachers and staff, construction cre.... Read More

La Vergne Police Department Issues Scam Alert

Jun 07, 2024 at 07:17 pm by WGNS News

La Vergne, Tenn. — The La Vergne Police Department has issued a scam alert, warning residents of a new phone scam targeting community members. Scammers are posing as h.... Read More

UPDATE: Victims, Suspects Identified in LaVergne Double Homicide

May 29, 2024 at 05:55 pm by WGNS News

  LA VERGNE, TN - The La Vergne Police Department has identified the victims and suspects involved in a double homicide that occurred on Tuesday, May 28, 2024. The tragi.... Read More

Double Homicide in La Vergne: Four in Custody

May 28, 2024 at 09:22 pm by WGNS News

La Vergne, Tenn. – Four people are in custody following a double homicide that occurred on Tuesday night at an apartment complex on Murfreesboro Road. The incident unfol.... Read More

Cross-Town Chase: Smyrna Suspect Escapes into La Vergne

Apr 25, 2024 at 11:51 am by Chandelar Williams

Smyrna, TN - In a tense turn of events, the Smyrna Police Department initiated a pursuit today that extended into La Vergne, leaving residents on edge and authorities on high.... Read More

La Vergne Library Partners with Educational Centers to Offer Free Access to STEM Attractions

Mar 20, 2024 at 06:25 pm by Chandelar Williams

La Vergne, TN - In a groundbreaking initiative aimed at enhancing educational access for La Vergne families, a recent master’s graduate and La Vergne High School alumna,.... Read More

Rutherford County and Surrounding Areas Benefit as Tennessee Rescue Squads Secure $3 Million in Grants for Lifesaving Equipment

Mar 12, 2024 at 03:51 pm by Chandelar Williams

Rutherford County, TN - Tennessee's Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) have recently announced that 104 T.... Read More

Street Racer Initiative Yields Five Arrests in Nashville Crackdown

Feb 26, 2024 at 05:43 pm by Chandelar Williams

Nashville, TN - In an effort to crack down on street racing, the Traffic Division, with assistance from MNPD Aviation, conducted a Street Racer Initiative Saturday night resul.... Read More

La Vergne Police Seek Assistance in Identifying Robbery Suspects

Feb 16, 2024 at 10:29 pm by Chandelar Williams

La Vergne, TN - La Vergne police are seeking assistance in identifying two individuals involved in a recent robbery. The incident occurred on Wednesday, February 14, around 1:.... Read More

House Fire in La Vergne Displaces Residents: No Injuries Reported

Feb 15, 2024 at 04:46 pm by Chandelar Williams

La Vergne, TN - A house fire in La Vergne has displaced two adults and a child. The fire was reported around 11:00 a.m. on Bobby Drive, and firefighters promptly extinguished.... Read More

La Vergne Residents Arrested in Antioch Street Racing Incident

Feb 08, 2024 at 07:30 pm by Chandelar Williams

Nashville, TN - Two individuals from Rutherford County are currently in custody for their alleged involvement in a street racing event dubbed "Wet & Wild" that occurred in.... Read More

Three Arrested in La Vergne Drug Bust: Seized Drugs and Firearms

Feb 01, 2024 at 11:43 am by Chandelar Williams

La Vergne, TN- Three individuals were allegedly apprehended following the execution of a search warrant at a La Vergne residence on Tuesday. As allegedly stated by La Vergne o.... Read More