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Rutherford Roundup News Podcast: MTSU Expands Board & Programs, Smyrna Drug Bust, Sheriff Fitzhugh to Retire | Sept. 10, 2025

Sep 10, 2025 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett



📋 Show Notes – Wednesday, September 10, 2025

The Rutherford Roundup

In Today’s Episode:

  • MTSU Updates: The Board of Trustees welcomes three new members, re-elects its leadership, approves new graduate programs, and announces enrollment growth to over 21,000 students.

  • Fall Harvest Festival: Families prepare for a seasonal favorite at the Lane Agri Park Community Center, featuring local vendors, children’s activities, and classic movie screenings.

  • Drug Trafficking Arrest: Authorities arrest Robert Alexander Russell of Smyrna, described as a major regional meth supplier, in a multi-agency operation.

  • Sheriff Fitzhugh’s Retirement: Rutherford County Sheriff Mike Fitzhugh announces he will retire in August 2026 after nearly a decade of service.

  • Smyrna Police Investigation: Detectives seek the public’s help in identifying a suspect involved in an incident at a local Hobby Lobby.

  • Historic Preservation: The Tennessee Historical Commission’s State Review Board to evaluate new nominations for the National Register of Historic Places, including sites in Cannon and Chester Counties.

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