Show Notes – Friday, February 6, 2026
The Rutherford Roundup
In Today’s Episode:
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Rutherford County School Board considers a $4,000 sign-on bonus to attract teachers in hard-to-fill subjects, with additional incentives for student teachers and returning retirees ahead of the 2026–2027 school year.
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A district-wide career fair for open teaching positions is scheduled for February 21st at Stewarts Creek High School.
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Murfreesboro Police issue warrants for a suspect following a weekend shooting on Sulphur Springs Road that left one man injured.
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Law enforcement agencies announce DUI sobriety checkpoints planned for February 13th along Barfield Crescent Road to promote safe driving.
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The Rutherford Opioid Board opens applications for millions in opioid settlement funding to support prevention, treatment, and recovery programs across the county.
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A precautionary evacuation at Walter Hill Elementary School is traced to a mechanical issue, not a fire, with all students reported safe.
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Middle Tennessee State University moves forward on a $56 million student housing development, Womack Commons, set to open for the Fall 2027 semester.
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