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. 6h ago

    Jail Contraband Seized, Infant Safety Concerns & Water System Cybersecurity | Aug. 3, 2026

    Monday, August 3, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Rutherford County deputies recover Suboxone and other contraband during a jail cell search, including strips concealed inside a Bible.Three deputies receive meritorious conduct awards for an investigation officials say may have prevented overdoses.Murfreesboro Police identify Zachary Brown and Thomas Rollins as the two men killed in an apparent murder-suicide at Saddlebrook Apartments.Rutherford County health leaders raise awareness about preventable infant deaths involving unsafe sleep, drowning, vehicle crashes, and other external injuries.The Rutherford County Wellness Council expands education on safe sleep practices, car seat use, and childproofing.Read to Succeed prepares for Reading in the Schools Day and distributes free copies of the 2026 One Book selection, “Remarkably Bright Creatures” by Shelby Van Pelt.Murfreesboro City Schools appoints four educators to new assistant principal positions for the 2026–2027 school year.Middle Tennessee water utilities strengthen cybersecurity protections following a federal alert connected to attacks on water systems in Minnesota.Local utility officials report that Rutherford County systems remain secure and have not been affected.

  2. 5d ago

    Murder-Suicide Investigation, Public Safety Investments and MTSU Milestones | July 29, 2026

    Wednesday, July 29, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Murfreesboro Police investigate an apparent murder-suicide after two people were found dead at Saddlebrook Apartments, with authorities saying there is no ongoing threat to the community.The Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals upholds Marty Lynn Judd’s convictions and 26-year sentence in the 2009 shooting death of Rebecca Moneyham.Rutherford County commissioners reconsider funding for a proposed stand-alone, cloud-based computer-aided dispatch system for fire, EMS and emergency management agencies.Construction moves forward on a new Rutherford County EMS station in Smyrna, expected to open in January 2027.Middle Tennessee State University prepares to recognize 692 graduates during its summer commencement ceremony on Saturday, August 8.MTSU showcases its expanding aerospace program at AirVenture in Oshkosh and takes delivery of its 41st Diamond DA-40 training aircraft.

  3. 6d ago

    Thompson Lane Widening, New School Laws and Murfreesboro’s Homebuyer Ranking | July 28, 2026

    Tuesday, July 28, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: TDOT moves forward with a major widening project along North Thompson Lane in Murfreesboro, expanding the roadway to five lanes and adding sidewalks, upgraded signals and safety improvements.Preliminary utility work could begin as early as August or September, with the full Thompson Lane project expected to be completed in summer 2030.Murfreesboro firefighters safely evacuate residents and two pets from an early-morning house fire on Huddleston Avenue.Several new Tennessee education laws take effect for the 2026–2027 school year, including restrictions on classroom technology for kindergarten through fifth-grade students.Additional school laws address epinephrine access, child-trafficking awareness, teacher-student relationships and threats of mass violence.The Tennessee Highway Patrol announces sobriety and driver-license checkpoints across Middle Tennessee throughout August.Tennessee strengthens penalties for people under 21 who use fake identification to purchase nicotine or hemp products.Prevention advocates emphasize community education and youth-led efforts to reduce underage vaping and strengthen retail enforcement.WalletHub ranks Murfreesboro as Tennessee’s best city for first-time homebuyers and 10th nationally.

  4. Jul 27

    New School Opens, Crypto ATMs Banned and MTSU Expands Aerospace Research | July 27, 2026

    Monday, July 27, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Poplar Hill Middle School officially opens in Murfreesboro, becoming Rutherford County Schools’ 53rd campus and preparing to serve approximately 850 students.Rutherford County Schools announces orientation and first-day dates for the 2026–2027 academic year.Tennessee bans Bitcoin and other cryptocurrency ATMs after Murfreesboro police investigations uncovered nearly $4.1 million in local scam losses over six months.MTSU researchers receive a $200,000 USDA grant to study honeybees’ biological clocks and how pesticides and climate instability may disrupt their behavior.MTSU places the final steel beam on its new $62 million flight training center in Shelbyville, scheduled for completion in spring 2028.Murfreesboro-based National Healthcare Corporation celebrates 55 years of service and continued growth across 11 states.The Tennessee Radio Hall of Fame honors its newest inductees and announces the George Devault Scholarship for aspiring broadcasters.

  5. Jul 24

    Rutherford Unemployment Rises, Jail Site Debate Intensifies & Cherry Lane Expansion Advances | July 24, 2026

    Friday, July 24, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Rutherford County’s unemployment rate increased to 3.1% in June but remained below Tennessee’s non-seasonally adjusted rate of 3.8%.Smyrna posted a 3% unemployment rate, tying for the third-lowest rate among Tennessee cities with populations above 25,000.County leaders consider eminent domain for a proposed 53-acre detention center site as the existing jail remains severely overcrowded.Supporters say constructing a new jail could avoid disruptions and save Rutherford County between $140 million and $190 million in long-term operating costs.Middle Tennessee State University launches Tennessee’s first Master of Science degree in mechatronics systems engineering, focusing on robotics, automation and embodied artificial intelligence.District 19 Commissioner Ravel McMurray faces a theft charge involving a campaign sign belonging to opponent Pat Clements. McMurray denies stealing the sign, and the case remains pending.State Senator Shane Reeves is named a 2026 legislative champion by the Chronic Disease Coalition for supporting Tennesseans with chronic and rare illnesses.Murfreesboro approves a nearly $54.7 million agreement for Phase 3 of the Cherry Lane Extension, including a new Interstate 840 interchange.The 2.4-mile transportation project is expected to improve mobility and reduce congestion on Thompson Lane and Northwest Broad Street.

  6. Jul 22

    Church Theft Investigation, Town Creek Revival and AI Political Ads | Jul. 22, 2026

    Wednesday, July 22, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Rutherford County detectives seek help identifying suspects accused of stealing approximately $14,300 in roofing materials and tools from Crescent Church of Christ.Murfreesboro’s daylighting project moves forward as crews restore Town Creek above ground and add trails, seating areas and a pedestrian bridge.Tennessee officials face calls for accountability after the failed execution attempt of death row inmate Tony Kerthers.AI-generated images in Tennessee’s 6th Congressional District primary raise questions about political advertising disclosures and federal election law.Vanderbilt Health and the American Heart Association identify gaps in the timely diagnosis and treatment of aortic stenosis.A WalletHub study ranks Tennessee among the more financially resilient states for credit card debt repayment.

  7. Jul 21

    Murder Conviction Upheld, Early Voting Begins, and Police Expand Crime-Fighting Technology | Jul. 21, 2026

    Tuesday, July 21, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: The Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals upholds Gregory Chiante Lyons’ murder conviction and effective life-plus-12-year sentence in the 2020 killing of MTSU employee Gervarius Malone.Judges reject Lyons’ challenges involving the circumstantial evidence used at trial and his age at the time of the crime.The appeals court also denies David C. Sands’ attempt to withdraw a 2014 cocaine-related guilty plea, ruling that his petition was filed nearly 11 years too late.More than 75,000 Tennesseans cast ballots during the opening weekend of early voting for state, federal, and local races.Federal health officials continue investigating a multistate cyclosporiasis outbreak potentially connected to shredded iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico.Murfreesboro seeks public input on proposed federal funding for housing, homelessness services, and neighborhood improvements.Murfreesboro Police highlight the use of surveillance video, license plate readers, real-time crime center data, and regional partnerships in solving smash-and-grab burglaries involving stolen firearms.The department is also testing rapid DNA technology that could reduce evidence-processing times in burglary and vehicle break-in investigations.

  8. Jul 20

    Rutherford Arrests, Record Sports Betting, Hospital Expansion & Buc-ee’s Progress | July 20, 2026

    Monday, July 20, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Two women wanted in Rutherford County are arrested following a Mount Juliet traffic stop connected to an organized retail theft investigation.Tennessee gubernatorial campaign filings show Senator Marsha Blackburn received more than $100,000 from employees of artificial intelligence and data center companies.Sports wagering in Tennessee climbs above $460 million during the FIFA World Cup, generating more than $8.4 million in privilege tax revenue.Commuters rank Nashville’s I-24, I-40, and I-65 downtown loop as Tennessee’s most anger-inducing drive.Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford completes a $37 million obstetrics expansion featuring new postpartum suites and a satellite nursery.Murfreesboro’s new Buc-ee’s moves closer to completion, with a tentative November opening reported but not yet confirmed.

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