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School Funding Debate, Smyrna Growth & Public Safety Incidents | March 27, 2026

Mar 27, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett


Friday, March 27, 2026

The Rutherford Roundup

In Today’s Episode:

  • Health inspection scores reveal several low ratings across Rutherford County, including multiple Murfreesboro establishments scoring in the 60s, while officials stress routine oversight ensures public safety.
  • A major funding debate unfolds as leaders weigh a proposed $138 million high school against public safety needs, including jail expansion, amid rapid population growth.
  • Construction begins on Cornerstone Business Park in Smyrna, a massive 152-acre industrial development expected to bring 1.8 million square feet of space by 2027.
  • A dog attack in Smyrna leaves five injured, including an officer, raising renewed concerns about animal control and responsible pet ownership.
  • The Lady Raiders’ season ends in the WNIT Super 16, marking the close of Coach Rick Insell’s 21-year tenure as his son prepares to take over the program.
  • A Smyrna man faces multiple charges after a high-speed police chase that stretched into Nashville and ended in a crash on I-40.

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