Friday, September 4, 2026

The Rutherford Roundup

In Today’s Episode:

• A former Centennial Medical Center social worker is awaiting extradition to Tennessee after being indicted on rape and sexual battery charges involving two patients, as TBI investigators seek information about possible additional victims.
• Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office SWAT members are recognized for providing immediate, life-saving medical care to a motorcycle rider critically injured in a multi-vehicle crash near Murfreesboro.
• Middle Tennessee State University announces a $16 million renovation to the west side of Floyd Stadium, including more than 2,200 chairback seats, upgraded accessibility, new patios, party decks, concessions, and ribbon boards.
• La Vergne Police arrest a woman following an alleged domestic assault involving her juvenile child and a barricade situation. She faces charges including attempted first-degree murder and aggravated child abuse, with bond set at $950,000.
• Rutherford County tourism generated more than $804 million in visitor spending during 2025, ranking the county seventh among Tennessee’s 95 counties and producing millions in state and local tax revenue.
• The search for missing Rutherford County woman Carmen Manning ends tragically after authorities say the 45-year-old was found dead in Marshall County. The Marshall County Sheriff’s Department is leading the investigation.