📋 Show Notes – Friday, August 22, 2025

The Rutherford Roundup

In Today’s Episode:

• Murfreesboro’s Medical Center Parkway: City Council approves Phase II widening to six lanes between Thompson Lane and The Fountains at Gateway; $6.4M project expected to finish by early 2027.

• Tennessee State Fair in Lebanon: Strong turnout from Rutherford County’s agricultural community; separate incident sees two arrests at Walmart involving drugs and impersonation.

• Smyrna Arts Funding: State Rep. Mike Sparks announces $51,600 in grants, supporting Carp Artista’s mural and veterans songwriting program, plus Tennessee Theatre Educators Association conference.

• Christiana Middle School Recognition: Principal Dr. Kyle Nix elected to the board of the National Association of Secondary School Principals, spotlighting Rutherford County on the national stage.

• Better Way to Give Campaign: Murfreesboro launches QR-code signs downtown directing donations to local charities, sparking mixed community reactions.

• Tractor Heist in Coffey County: John Deere tractor and hay baler stolen, slow-speed getaway on Manchester Pike toward Rutherford County draws both humor and concern.

• Murfreesboro Real Estate Report: Ranked 15th overall in WalletHub’s 2025 Best Real Estate Markets; experts offer mixed advice amid strong job growth but high prices and mortgage delinquency rates.

• Discovery School Achievements: Named a National Beta School of Merit; students win top honors at national competitions in poetry, design, and art.

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