Rutherford Roundup News Podcast

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Kick off your day with a daily podcast delivering the latest local news, events, and stories from Rutherford County, keeping you informed and connected to your community

  1. 5h ago

    Tennessee THC Ban Looms, DCS Civil Rights Complaints & Project Milkweed Returns | June 23, 2026

    Tuesday, June 23, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Tennessee dispensaries prepare for a major July 1 change as a new state law takes full effect, banning THC products with a concentration of 0.3% or higher.Public Chapter 526 reclassifies THCA as a precursor to THC, raising concerns for Rutherford County customers who use THCA products for pain, anxiety, or sleep.Some dispensary owners say the ban could remove a major portion of their business, with one manager estimating affected products make up about 60% of sales.State Rep. Afton Ben files 14 civil rights complaints against the Tennessee Department of Children’s Services with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.The complaints include allegations involving Rutherford County and other counties, with requests for a federal investigation, review of case records, and stronger protections for families reporting misconduct.A Wilson County lawsuit raises a statewide transparency question over whether private companies performing public services should be subject to Tennessee’s public records laws.The case centers on records tied to wastewater services and could be watched closely across Middle Tennessee, including in Rutherford County.TDOT’s Project Milkweed returns for 2026, offering free seed packets during National Pollinator Week from June 22 through June 28 while supplies last.This year’s seed options include red milkweed, common milkweed, and a native urban flower blend designed to support monarch butterflies and other pollinators.Middle Tennessee celebrates new statewide title holders as Ms. Nashville McElhin Haslett is crowned Miss Tennessee 2026 at Belmont University’s Fisher Center.

    6 min

  2. 1d ago

    Tennessee’s Uninsured Driver Crisis, I-24 Choice Lanes Move Forward & Smyrna Human Trafficking Arrests | June 22, 2026

    Monday, June 22, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Tennessee ranks fifth in the nation for uninsured motorists, with a new study estimating that more than 21% of drivers in the state have no auto insurance.Rutherford County commuters are urged to review their policies and consider uninsured or underinsured motorist protection as economic pressure and coverage gaps contribute to the issue.TDOT’s Interstate 24 Choice Lanes program moves ahead after federal officials completed an environmental review and found no significant environmental impact.Concerns remain among some Antioch residents about community impacts, while similar express lane projects in Georgia are cited for improving peak travel speeds and reducing commute times.A multi-agency human trafficking operation in Smyrna leads to five arrests and the identification of nine possible victims.The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation says Middle Tennessee continues to generate the highest number of trafficking-related calls and tips in the state.Murfreesboro celebrates Juneteenth with music, food, dancing, vendors, museum tours, and community events outside Bradley Academy Museum and Cultural Center.A new report estimates Tennesseans spent more than $36 million on OnlyFans subscriptions in 2025, adding to broader conversations about online spending habits.The National Weather Service reminds Middle Tennessee residents to prepare for more frequent heat alerts as summer temperatures rise.Rutherford County residents are encouraged to stay hydrated, limit strenuous outdoor activity, take breaks in the shade, and check on vulnerable neighbors during extreme heat.

    6 min

  3. 6d ago

    Fisk Shooting Arrests, Gas Station Skimmer Chase & Smyrna Sinkhole | Jun. 17, 2026

    Wednesday, June 17, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Two 18-year-olds are arrested in Murfreesboro in connection with the January fatal shooting of Fisk University student and basketball player Andre Bell on I-65 North in Nashville.Murfreesboro police respond to a suspected credit card skimmer at the Raceway gas station on Highway 231 South, leading to a pursuit toward Veterans Parkway and I-840.Tennessee physicians, faith leaders, and lawmakers raise concerns over a new state law requiring certain agencies to verify and report immigration status tied to specific state-funded benefits.Families enrolled in Children’s Special Services are warned about a June 30 opt-out deadline before information may be shared with the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security.Tennessee approves $7 million in administrative funding to rejoin the federal Summer EBT program in 2027, with an estimated 700,000 children potentially qualifying statewide.Murfreesboro firefighters extinguish a construction equipment fire involving a Komatsu excavator off Franklin Road, with no injuries reported.A Smyrna homeowner discovers a deep sinkhole while mowing near Breslin Avenue and Neeson Drive, creating safety concerns and costly private-property repairs.

    6 min

  4. Jun 16

    Gas Prices Ease, La Vergne Fire Response, and Rutherford Students Gear Up for Route 66 Great Race | Jun. 16, 2026

    Tuesday, June 16, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Tennessee drivers are seeing some relief at the pump, with Rutherford County gas prices averaging below the statewide rate.Regional fuel price comparisons show Bedford County lower than Murfreesboro and Smyrna, while Williamson County remains among the highest nearby.Authorities in Shelbyville padlock a Brookhaven Circle home following a multi-year nuisance investigation involving dozens of law enforcement responses and arrests.A new Census-based analysis ranks Tennessee seventh in the nation for naturalization risk, citing language barriers, legal costs, and limited immigration services.La Vergne Police prepare to use the SoToxa mobile oral fluid screening system during certain impaired driving investigations after probable cause and arrest.La Vergne firefighters contain a detached garage fire on Quayle Drive, preventing flames from spreading to nearby homes.Fire officials say preliminary findings suggest the fire began inside one of two vehicles in the garage, with the exact cause still under investigation.Three Rutherford County high school students prepare to compete in the 2026 Great Race, a nine-day vintage automobile rally along Route 66.

    6 min

  5. Jun 15

    KIK App Warning, School Behavior Concerns, Inflation Pressure & Uninsured Drivers | Jun. 15, 2026

    Monday, June 15, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Parents across Rutherford County are urged to review their children’s apps after a national warning about the messaging platform KICK and concerns over private messages from strangers.Rutherford County school leaders discuss rising student behavior issues, including challenges in kindergarten classrooms and capacity at alternative schools.New economic numbers show inflation climbing above 4%, while Tennessee wage growth begins falling behind rising costs.Tennessee ranks fifth in the nation for uninsured drivers, with more than one in five motorists reportedly driving without auto insurance.Murfreesboro Police say gunshot detection technology helped advance an investigation after shots were fired into a Rushwood Drive home.Murfreesboro City offices and several facilities will close for Juneteenth, while a free community celebration is planned at Bradley Academy Museum and Cultural Center.

    6 min

  6. Jun 8

    Marketplace Shooting, Murfreesboro Budget, Major Developments & Tennessee Hemp Rules | June 8, 2026

    Monday, June 8, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: A Facebook Marketplace meetup in La Vergne turns violent, resulting in gunfire, one injury, and four arrests after an alleged robbery and pursuit.La Vergne Police remind residents to use the department’s monitored parking lot for safer online marketplace exchanges.Murfreesboro City Council approves a balanced $782 million budget for fiscal year 2026–2027 with no property tax increase.The city budget includes funding for 18 new sworn police officers, fire improvements, infrastructure planning, and growth-related service needs.Murfreesboro leaders approve major development projects, including the Clarius Tech and Industrial Park, a new Ascension Saint Thomas freestanding emergency hospital, and a Kroger development on Memorial Boulevard.A new Buc-ee’s travel center near the Joe B. Jackson Parkway exit moves forward, with oversized roadside signs approved and projections of millions of annual visitors.Tennessee hemp and smoke shops prepare for new state regulations beginning July 1, including Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission oversight and restrictions on many THCA products.Several states, including Tennessee, move toward SNAP purchase restrictions on soda, energy drinks, and candy, while federal officials push for stronger nutrition standards at SNAP-authorized retailers.

    6 min

  7. Jun 5

    Tennessee Immigration Law Lawsuit, National Donut Day & TSSAA Proposals | June 5, 2026

    Friday, June 5, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: A newly filed federal class action lawsuit challenges a Tennessee immigration law set to take effect July 1, 2026, with plaintiffs arguing the state is overstepping into federal immigration enforcement.A Pleasant View woman faces charges after investigators say online threats targeted a Tennessee politician and a family member in Williamson County.The Salvation Army of Murfreesboro celebrates National Donut Day by honoring veterans, first responders, and community helpers with free donuts and a Red Shield Car Show.The Rutherford County chapters of the Daughters of the American Revolution bring the American Revolution Experience exhibit to Linebaugh Public Library ahead of America’s 250th anniversary.TSSAA leaders prepare to meet in Mount Juliet to consider major proposals affecting high school athletics, including basketball tournament seeding, boys volleyball, classification rules, and coach recruiting courses.Middle Tennessee State University’s June S. Anderson Foundation extends its scholarship deadline for non-traditional female students seeking a full year of free tuition.

    6 min

  8. Jun 3

    Amber Alert Canceled, La Vergne Considers AI Dispatch Tool, and Friday Night Live Returns | Jun. 3, 2026

    Wednesday, June 3, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Clarksville’s Amber Alert for 3-year-old Tyler Hall is canceled after the child is found safe inside the attic of his residence.La Vergne City Council considers AVA, an artificial intelligence assistant designed to help the police department’s non-emergency call center.A Murfreesboro nurse practitioner is convicted in federal court for her role in a major opioid distribution conspiracy in Smith County.Murfreesboro Fire Rescue responds to an apartment fire on Greenland Drive, displacing residents but resulting in no reported injuries.Friday Night Live returns to downtown Murfreesboro with a free concert featuring The Piano Man, plus food trucks and a community art project.Tennessee unveils newly redesigned interstate welcome signs inspired by vintage postcards and state landscapes.

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