Show Notes – Wednesday, November 12, 2025
The Rutherford Roundup
In Today’s Episode:
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Toddler Found Safe in Frigid Morning: A Murfreesboro resident discovered a young child wandering alone near Manson Crossing Drive in 27-degree weather. Rutherford County EMS and police quickly located the child’s home. Authorities ruled the case accidental but referred it to DCS for review.
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30th Annual Veterans Day Memorial Service: Community members gathered on Murfreesboro’s historic square to honor veterans. Desert Storm veteran David Weil delivered a message of service and sacrifice, joined by Miss Tennessee 2025, Zoe Scheiderich. The event marked nearly three decades of remembrance and unity.
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Ethics Complaint Filed Against Mayor Joe Carr: Resident Jason Bennett submitted a detailed ethics complaint alleging misuse of county resources, improper influence, and retaliation. The claims involve property assessor Rob Mitchell and potential violations tied to the mayor’s private honey business.
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TBI Targets Drug Trafficking by Mail: The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation warns that cartels are increasingly shipping drugs through the postal system. Director David Rausch is requesting $3 million in funding to bolster interception efforts at Tennessee shipping hubs.
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Murfreesboro Christmas Parade Set for December 14: The annual holiday parade returns with the theme “A Sweet Christmas.” Organized by Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation, the event will feature candy-colored floats and community creativity. Big GTV will broadcast the festivities live.
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Kay Jernigan Named Titans Fan of the Year: Murfreesboro’s own Francisia “Kay” Jernigan, retired assistant fire chief and MTSU emergency operations manager, earns statewide recognition. Now competing for NFL Fan of the Year, she carries on her late father’s legacy as a lifelong Titans supporter.
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