Rutherford Issues

Hosted by Bryan Barrett

Guests: Jim Sandman & Mark Young, Sons of the American Revolution (SAR)

In Today’s Episode:

• Bryan Barrett welcomes Jim Sandman and Mark Young from the Stones River Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution.

• They discuss the recent vandalism at the historic Captain William Lytle Cemetery in Murfreesboro, where at least nine graves were damaged.

• The cemetery, located at 739 NW Broad St. behind Haynes Lumber, honors Revolutionary War veteran Captain William Lytle, who donated land for the founding of Murfreesboro.

• The site has hosted numerous ceremonies by the DAR and SAR over the years.

• With America commemorating its 250th anniversary, the SAR is calling on the community to support restoration efforts.

• A GoFundMe campaign has been launched to help cover repair and preservation costs.