Monday, September 21, 2026

The Rutherford Roundup

In Today’s Episode:

• Rutherford County detectives investigate a death near Powell’s Chapel Road in Murfreesboro, with authorities saying there is no threat to the public.
• La Vergne emergency crews respond to a reported person overboard on Percy Priest Lake before Metro Nashville agencies take over the investigation.
• Rutherford County faces another hot day near 96 degrees, followed by a Level 1 severe weather threat with gusty winds, heavy rain, and frequent lightning possible.
• Cooler weather arrives later this week, with highs falling into the lower 80s and overnight temperatures potentially dipping into the mid-50s.
• MTSU improves to 2-1 with a 27-20 win over Nevada, powered by a late fourth-quarter surge and 104 rushing yards from Antonio Martin Jr.
• The Blue Raiders prepare to travel to Jacksonville State for a Saturday night matchup.
• A stolen license plate alert in La Vergne leads officers to an investigation involving another stolen plate, approximately 51 grams of methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia, and a firearm.
• A former Wendy’s manager faces simple assault and false imprisonment charges following an alleged August incident involving an employee at the South Church Street restaurant.