Rutherford Roundup: Fuel Prices Surge, SNAP Cuts Loom, and Tick-Borne Illnesses Rise

Show Notes – Tuesday, November 4, 2025

The Rutherford Roundup

In Today’s Episode:

Fuel Frenzy Across Tennessee: Gas prices soar to a statewide average of $6.62 per gallon, with Rutherford County drivers paying $6.63—one of the highest in the region.
SNAP Benefit Cuts Amid Federal Shutdown: The Trump administration announces partial funding for SNAP, affecting 42 million Americans, including thousands in Rutherford County. Local food banks brace for demand as delays and reduced benefits loom.
State Senator Shane Reeves Launches FeedTN.org: The site connects Tennesseans with local food banks and volunteer opportunities to help offset SNAP disruptions.
Alpha-Gal Syndrome on the Rise: Health experts warn of a sharp increase in tick-borne meat allergies linked to the lone star tick, urging preventive measures and awareness across Rutherford County.
Local Resident Fights Littering: Chappelle Morgan calls out illegal dumping in Murfreesboro, urging stronger enforcement and improved waste disposal options.
McMinnville Drug Bust: Police seize meth and arrest two suspects in a major narcotics operation involving four children. The case highlights growing regional coordination between county agencies to combat drug activity.