Friday, October 30, 2026
The Rutherford Roundup
In Today’s Episode:
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FBI and Murfreesboro Police Arrest Child Rape Suspect: A 26-year-old Murfreesboro man faces charges after authorities say he transported an 11-year-old child from Ohio to Tennessee. Federal agents safely recovered the victim, and additional charges remain pending.
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La Vergne Domestic Assault Leads to Attempted Murder Charges: Police arrest a suspect following a violent domestic assault on Merritt Drive. Charges include two counts of attempted first-degree murder, including one involving an unborn child.
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Rutherford County's First Kroger Marketplace Opens in Smyrna: The new 123,000-square-foot store brings expanded shopping options to the community. Kroger also celebrates the grand opening with a $5,000 donation to Smyrna High School.
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Buc-ee's Brings First Brisket Sandwiches to Rutherford County Deputies: Sheriff's Office employees get an early taste of the popular travel center's barbecue ahead of its highly anticipated Murfreesboro opening on November 16th.
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Murfreesboro Explores New Recycling Program: City officials sign a letter of intent with WastAway, aiming to divert 85% of the waste sent to the company away from landfills. The potential program comes amid ongoing legal disputes involving Middle Point Landfill.
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Siegel Baseball Coach Craig Reavis Earns Hall of Fame Honors: The longtime Rutherford County coach, with 549 career victories and two state championships, is named to the Tennessee Baseball Coaches Association Hall of Fame.
