Category: Government

…But What About The Jail?

Monday night the Rutherford County Commissioners met for their scheduled monthly meeting. The budget was the hot topic right now and will be approved soon. As usual all departments are asking for increased funds. With the rising rates of inflation that is…Read More »

Commissioners…..Where Is The Money?

There is so much talk of money in this county. There seems to be not enough money for the school system, not enough money for jail improvements, not enough for EMS services, and Sheriff’s Office, yet projects such as a multi-million dollar…Read More »

Rutherford County Jail…… Blame Game Starts.

April 28, 2023 Yesterday I posted an article about the female side of the jail closing. Then late last night I read an article with statements made by the County Manager. I thought to myself…Really, really??? They are upset that the very…Read More »

Rutherford County Jail…… Female Side Closed by Inspectors.

  April 27, 2023 It appears that inspectors have finally had enough of the conditions at the jail and closed the female side for multiple violations. All female prisoners should be removed and placed in other jails in the surrounding counties by…Read More »

County Commissioners Request Set Aside of Recent Property Revaluations

Due to a tremendous amount of erroneus information on the valuation, tax, credit and appeals processes presented on social media and to honor their commitment to serve the people of Rutherford County, the commissioners had called a special meeting with appropriate experts…Read More »

Horrific Conditions In Rutherford County Jail

I have repeatedly written about my concerns in the jail over the years. Since Sheriff Ellenburg ran on a promise of transparency I requested to be allowed to actually tour the dentition facility so I could give a first hand account of…Read More »

Sticker Shock…..New Tax Appraisals Mailed Out This Week.

So the new real estate appraisals for Rutherford County were mailed out this week. If you have not seen yours yet be prepared for quite a shock. They have all increased dramatically with some even doubling in appraised valve. Why does this…Read More »