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

Thieves Targeting Unlocked Vehicles for Valuables and Guns

Jul 17, 2024 at 10:41 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - It's important to lock away not only your valuables, but also your firearms. In fact, you should never leave things like purses, keys, smartphones, lap.... Read More

Safe Storage of Firearms Act Began on Wednesday, November 1

Nov 02, 2023 at 03:43 am by WGNS News

A pivotal moment for firearm safety in Tennessee began November 1st with the enactment of the Safe Storage of Firearms Act. The new legislation, formerly known as House Bill.... Read More

Rep. Sparks Plans to Again Propose a Gun Safe Sales Tax Exemption

Jan 13, 2023 at 01:58 pm by WGNS News

  (Rutherford County, TN) Guns left unattended in vehicles continue to be a contributing factor to increased crime in Tennessee. To help combat criminals access to.... Read More

State Rep. Mike Sparks and State Sen. Kerry Roberts propose to extend sales tax holiday for gun safes into 2023

Apr 05, 2022 at 07:23 am by WGNS

State Rep. Mike Sparks, R-Smyrna, and State Sen. Kerry Roberts, R-Springfield, have proposed legislation to extend a tax cut that makes it less expensive for gun owners to saf.... Read More