Show Notes – Monday, November 3, 2025
The Rutherford Roundup
In Today’s Episode:
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SNAP Benefits Halted: The ongoing federal government shutdown leaves millions of Americans without Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) support. Thousands of Tennessee families—including many in Rutherford County—face food insecurity as local food banks brace for rising demand.
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I-840 Crash Near Miss: A Ford F-250 loses control and flips onto Shacklet Road, striking a school bus. Miraculously, all 19 students and the driver were unharmed. The truck’s driver now faces multiple charges.
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FCC Backs Prison Cell Signal Jamming: Tennessee officials applaud a new FCC proposal to allow prisons to block contraband cell phones, a move expected to enhance correctional facility safety.
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Phishing Scams Sweep Rutherford County: The BBB warns residents about fake financial calls and spoofed numbers attempting to steal personal and banking information.
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New Transportation Leadership in Schools: Audrey Johnson, a retired U.S. Army lieutenant colonel, takes over as Transportation Director for Rutherford County Schools, focusing on safety and efficiency.
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State Agriculture Appointment: Logan Hess is named Assistant Commissioner for Policy and Legislation at the Tennessee Department of Agriculture, succeeding Carol Colley McDonald.
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Daylight Saving Time Ends: Clocks “fall back” across Tennessee, marking the start of Standard Time and reigniting debate over permanent daylight saving legislation.
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Local Powerball Win: A Murfreesboro resident wins $100,000 in Saturday’s Powerball drawing with a ticket purchased at Publix on New Salem Highway. The jackpot now rises to $419 million, with Mega Millions at $800 million.
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