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Rutherford Roundup: Rutherford County Education Shake-Up, Library Audits, Gas Price Relief & Downtown Closure | Dec. 2, 2025

Dec 02, 2025 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett



📋 Show Notes – Tuesday, December 2, 2025

The Rutherford Roundup

In Today’s Episode:

  • Tennessee State Board of Education considers reducing high school world language requirements from two credits to one, sparking debate over global readiness and educational standards.

  • A Tennessee Comptroller audit cites Rutherford County’s property assessor's office for a 25% error rate in property records, prompting an independent review amid ongoing investigations.

  • Public libraries across Tennessee face mandated audits of children’s materials related to gender identity, leading to temporary closures and nationwide criticism from library and free-speech advocates.

  • Rutherford County drivers see gas prices drop to $2.54 per gallon during Thanksgiving travel—Tennessee ranks among the cheapest states for fuel.

  • Red Bicycle Coffee closes its downtown Murfreesboro location after financial struggles, missed payments, and staff concerns regarding communication and stability.

  • The Winter-Spring Rutherford County Farmers Market brings festive Friday events to Lane Agri-Park, including holiday crafts, family activities, and seasonal community gatherings.

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