Show Notes – Wednesday, January 21, 2026
The Rutherford Roundup
In Today’s Episode:
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Tennessee lawmakers debate House Bill 809, which would limit lawsuits over pesticide-related illnesses, drawing sharp criticism from local organic farmers and advocacy groups.
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Proposed House Bill 1704 would make it a state crime to remain in Tennessee after a final federal deportation order, raising constitutional concerns and comparisons to overturned Arizona immigration laws.
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The “Banning Bostock Act” and related legislation seek to redefine sex in state discrimination law and allow refusal of recognition for same-sex marriages, prompting warnings from LGBTQ advocates.
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A Murfreesboro man turns himself in after a grand jury indictment alleging theft of up to $250,000 tied to nonprofit involvement; he is released on bond and due back in court in April.
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A fatal two-vehicle crash in Davidson County leaves a Nashville man dead and a Murfreesboro woman injured, with investigators citing failure to yield as a possible factor.
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Rutherford County prepares for a potentially historic winter storm, with heavy snow, dangerous cold, and prolonged travel and power impacts expected into next week.
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