Tuesday, August 25, 2026

The Rutherford Roundup

In Today’s Episode:

• Rutherford County Commissioner Rommel McMurray enters a conditional guilty plea to misdemeanor theft after admitting he removed an opponent’s campaign sign during his re-election campaign. The charge can be dismissed and expunged after 16 hours of community service.
• Debate continues across Tennessee over automated license plate readers, as the TBI highlights their public safety benefits while addressing concerns about privacy, data retention, access, and accountability.
• The La Vergne Police Department opens applications for its seven-week Citizen Police Academy, beginning September 8, with classes covering patrol, investigations, special operations, criminal law, and more.
• Wawa prepares to open its new Veterans Parkway location in Murfreesboro on September 10, while Buc-ee’s plans a much larger travel center near Interstate 24 and Joe B. Jackson Parkway later this year.
• Middle Tennessee Electric updates members on finances, leadership, board elections, energy costs, and future challenges during its annual meeting.
• The Center for the Arts completes nearly $49,000 in roof and HVAC improvements to its historic downtown Murfreesboro facility, helping preserve the former 1909 U.S. Post Office building.