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2022: Rutherford County aging and government transfer dependency trends

Since 1970, Rutherford County’s population aged over 65 has increased by 2.5%, while income from age-related government transfers has risen by 13.9%.

By Rutherford Times | Apr 19, 2025

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Rutherford County: Residents received $421.02 million per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 2.3% of income in Rutherford County, providing an average of $1,168 per capita to residents.

By Rutherford Times | Apr 13, 2025

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DesJarlais leads first strat forces hearing of 119th Congress

By Rutherford Times | Apr 10, 2025

Yesterday, Congressman Scott DesJarlais of Tennessee chaired his first hearing as chairman of the House Armed Services Strategic Forces Subcommittee.

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DesJarlais reintroduces act on horse soring regulation

By Rutherford Times | Mar 24, 2025

Congressman Scott DesJarlais has reintroduced the Protecting Horses from Soring Act into the 119th Congress.

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Rutherford County ranks 94th highest in Tennessee for per capita government transfer income at $7,678 in 2022

By Rutherford Times | Mar 10, 2025

In 2022, residents of Rutherford County received an average of $7,678 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it second lowest in Tennessee.

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DesJarlais commends Trump's State of the Union address

By Rutherford Times | Mar 4, 2025

Congressman Scott DesJarlais from Tennessee's 4th district expressed his support for President Donald J. Trump following the 2025 State of the Union address.

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Rutherford County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 1.8% of income in 2022

By Rutherford Times | Mar 1, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 1.8% of income in Rutherford County, providing an average of $917 per capita to residents.

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Trump ends migrant SNAP benefits amid praise from Congressman DesJarlais

By Rutherford Times | Feb 28, 2025

Congressman Scott DesJarlais has expressed approval of a recent decision by the Trump administration to terminate SNAP benefits for illegal migrants.

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DesJarlais comments on Trump's inaugural address

By Rutherford Times | Jan 20, 2025

Congressman Scott DesJarlais (R-TN-04) attended President Donald Trump's inauguration for his second term in office.

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DesJarlais named chair of Armed Services Strategic Forces Subcommittee

By Rutherford Times | Jan 7, 2025

Congressman Scott DesJarlais, representing Tennessee's 4th District, has been appointed as the chair of the House Armed Services Strategic Forces Subcommittee for the 119th U.S. Congress.

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DesJarlais joins 119th Congress; pledges support for President-elect Trump

By Rutherford Times | Jan 3, 2025

Congressman Scott DesJarlais, representing Tennessee's Fourth Congressional District, was officially sworn into the 119th United States Congress on January 3, 2025.

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Rutherford County rise or fall in 2021?

By Rutherford Times | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Rutherford County received $1.4 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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How much did farmers in Rutherford County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By Rutherford Times | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Rutherford County received $946,566 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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The Center for the Arts presents Peter Pan July 21-30

By Rutherford Times Report | Jul 17, 2023

PETER PAN is set to open Friday, July 21, at Tucker Theatre located on the campus of Middle Tennessee State University.

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New City Policy for “Public Comment” at All Public Meetings effective July 1

By Rutherford Times Report | Jul 12, 2023

In response to requirements established in Chapter 300 of the Tennessee Public Acts of 2023, the City Council adopted a new policy for “Public Comment” at all Public Meetings. The new policy became effective July 1, 2023.

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‘In the City’ features proposed Downtown Redevelopment, Brinkley Road Phase 1, more in July

By Rutherford Times Report | Jul 11, 2023

Host Michael Linn White and producer Steve Burris present another “In the City” packed with news about the latest happenings in Murfreesboro.

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Mark McCluskey appointed Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Chief

By Rutherford Times Report | Jul 5, 2023

City Manager Craig Tindall has appointed Mark McCluskey as Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Chief, effective July 1, 2023.

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Mayor Shane McFarland recognizes Murfreesboro Parks & Recreation employees with STARS Award

By Rutherford Times Report | Jul 4, 2023

A team of Murfreesboro Parks & Recreation employees was honored during the City Council meeting, Thurs., June 29, 2023, for assisting emergency responders in rescuing an individual in Barfield Park.

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CityTV brings home two national Telly Awards

By Rutherford Times Report | Jul 3, 2023

The 44th Annual Telly Awards, the premier award honoring video and television across all screens, has recognized CityTV, Murfreesboro’s government and educational station, with two Telly Awards.

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Q1 Housing Tennessee report: Home prices still rising, but permits, sales mixed

By Rutherford Times Report | Jun 28, 2023

Middle Tennessee State University’s latest “Housing Tennessee” report shows increasing home prices, although at a decreasing rate, and overall decreases in single-family and total home permits.