Friday, May 29, 2026

The Rutherford Roundup

In Today’s Episode:

Wilson County Drug Bust A months-long joint investigation by the Wilson County Sheriff's Office, TBI, and FBI leads to the arrest of Kevin Alonzo Neal and Nicole Marie Bissell, uncovering hundreds of grams of cocaine, 24 firearms, and nearly $50,000 in cash tied to a major Middle Tennessee distribution operation.

Warren County Trafficking Arrest Authorities arrest Tasha LaShawn Jackson during a Thursday evening operation, seizing methamphetamine, fentanyl, and cash allegedly trafficked into the region from Chattanooga.

Eagleville School Leadership Rutherford County Schools director Dr. Jimmy Sullivan appoints longtime assistant principal Jason Brown as the next principal of Eagleville School, succeeding Tim Pettigo, who transitions to the central office as textbook coordinator.

Organized Retail Crime Prolific shoplifter Hockett is arrested on 28 outstanding warrants for allegedly stealing over $15,000 in merchandise from Middle Tennessee retailers, tying back to prior theft convictions and a pending case in Rutherford County.

Child Abuse Appeal Denied The Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals rejects an appeal from Wilson County man Brian Goodboy, upholding his 475-year prison sentence for a 2022 conviction involving severe crimes against children in Watertown.

Honoring Terry Ann Womak The Murfreesboro community remembers the lasting legacy of long-time Parks and Recreation employee Terry Ann Womak, creator of the Sunshine Players program, which introduced thousands of local children to the visual and performing arts.