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Sunday AM Crash On Almaville Rd. in Smyrna

Apr 23, 2023 at 11:53 am by WGNS

(SMYRNA, TN)  There was a Sunday morning (4/23/2023) accident with injuries on Almaville Road near the entrance to I-24.  This was a two-vehicle crash involving a s.... Read More

Braxton Passed Away Friday Night

Apr 22, 2023 at 03:11 pm by WGNS

(SMYRNA, TN)  The son of a Smyrna firefighter passed away from a rare cancer. Braxton Harrell was surround by family when he passed away at 6:27PM Friday evening (4/21/20.... Read More
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VA Tennessee Valley raises mental health, suicide prevention awareness through “The Road to Recovery” Ruck March

Apr 19, 2023 at 10:55 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Army Veteran and VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System (TVHS) employee Melvin Gatewood embarked on a 35-mile ruck march today to raise awarene.... Read More

Events and News from the Rutherford County Library System

Apr 18, 2023 at 09:46 am by WGNS News

Today on the Action Line, host Scott Walker spoke to Linebaugh Library Circulation Manager Garrett Crowell about the great Comic Book Giveaway on May 6th and a variety of even.... Read More

Hit the Water on Saturday May 13th with Local Residents who Love Our Enviroment

Apr 17, 2023 at 06:16 am by WGNS News

Smyrna, TN - The Statewide Organization for Community eMpowerment, known as SOCM, is holding a community kayaking event on Saturday, May 13, 2023 from 11AM to 4PM. The event w.... Read More
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Saturday Afternoon Fire In Smyrna Apartments

Apr 16, 2023 at 09:08 am by WGNS

(SMYRNA, TN) On Saturday (4/15/2023) afternoon Smyrna Fire Department was called to a structure fire in the Colony Square Apartments at 500 Rock Springs Road.  Officials.... Read More

A Look Into the Tennessee Philharmonic Orchestra, Followed by the Examination of a New Ordinance that Bans the Retail Sale of Dogs and Cats in Smyrna, TN

Apr 14, 2023 at 09:00 am by WGNS News

ACTION LINE (First Half of the Show): WGNS' Scott Walker focuses on the Tennessee Philharmonic Orchestra with special guests including founder and original conductor Dr. Laure.... Read More

Ulta Shoplifting Incident Remains Under Investigation

Apr 11, 2023 at 07:51 pm by WGNS News

Smyrna, TN – In Smyrna, Police are asking for help from the community in hopes of identifying a subject who is possibly tied to a recent theft of merchandise case. The.... Read More

Smyrna High School Senior Killed in Auto Accident to be Laid to Rest on April 15, 2023

Apr 11, 2023 at 07:33 pm by WGNS News

Smyrna, TN – WGNS has more news on an auto accident that occurred in Smyrna over the extended Easter weekend (April 8, 2023). On Saturday evening, the parents of 17-y.... Read More

WEDNESDAY: Light Up the Night for Janae

Apr 01, 2023 at 12:33 pm by WGNS

(SMYRNA, TN) The 17-year old Smyrna High volleyball champion continues to heal after having both legs amputated as a result of a speeding car pushing a vehicle into her. There.... Read More
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MTSU Consumer Outlook Survey: Tennesseans Still Very Concerned About Economy

Mar 30, 2023 at 05:13 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN — Tennessee consumers remain deeply concerned about their financial prospects as they take a “wait-and-see approach” to state.... Read More

Do You Recognize This Man?

Mar 29, 2023 at 07:09 pm by WGNS

(SMYRNA, TN) Smyra Police need the public's help in identifying a person of interest in a bank fraud case. The person of interest reportedly entered Truist Bank on South Lowry.... Read More
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Rock Springs Road Crash Creates Major Damage

Mar 29, 2023 at 02:48 pm by WGNS

(SMYRNA, TN)  Smyrna Fire-Rescue as well as Police were busy with a personal injury crash in the 600 block of Rock Springs Road around lunchtime on Wednesday (3/29/2023.... Read More
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Wind Damage in Smyrna from Storms

Mar 25, 2023 at 10:57 am by WGNS

A powerful storm system pushed through Tennessee and the South Friday (3-24-23) leaving behind damage. While Rutherford County was spared the worst of the storm damage, there.... Read More
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Rutherford County Sheriff's Deputy and Neighbors Come to the Aid of a Man Trapped Inside a Burning Home

Mar 24, 2023 at 08:06 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN - David Herrod just got home from work Wednesday evening when he noticed smoke coming from a home on Double Springs Road in Murfreesboro…  It was.... Read More

State Rep. Mike Sparks’ Bill Intended to Freeze Top Officials' Pay Raises Killed by Taxpayer-Funded Lobbyists

Mar 24, 2023 at 12:03 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - At a time when inflation is at a record high, is it appropriate for Tennessee county officers to receive raises up to $10,000 at the expense of the tax.... Read More

Town of Smyrna Warns - Do Not Scan the QR Code

Mar 23, 2023 at 08:38 pm by WGNS News

Smyrna, TN – Officials in the Town of Smyrna has been made aware of SCAM QR codes being placed around Smyrna indicating "Scan to win a trip to Miami.” Authorities.... Read More

COMMENTARY: Finding the Best Media

Mar 22, 2023 at 10:57 pm by WGNS News

A Professor of Journalism at MTSU takes a look at national news outlets and media operations around the country and asks, “Who’s the number one media outlet?&.... Read More

Sign-Up for Youth Archery

Mar 18, 2023 at 07:24 am by WGNS

(SMYRNA, TN) As you heard on the WGNS' broadcast of Rutherford Issues, The Archery Experience is being offered to area youth starting April 13, 2023 at the Boys and Girls Club.... Read More
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Ribbon Cutting for Siegel Indoor Soccer Training Facility Set for March 24th in Murfreesboro

Mar 16, 2023 at 06:02 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN – A brand-new indoor soccer arena will open their doors to the public next Friday. The Murfreesboro Parks and Rec Department reports that the publi.... Read More