Rutherford County, County seat in Middle Tennessee, US
Located at coordinates 35.84°N and 86.42°W, Rutherford County spans 624 square miles across central Tennessee, containing the city of Murfreesboro.
Established on October 25, 1803, Rutherford County was formed from parts of Davidson, Williamson, and Wilson counties, named after Revolutionary War general Griffith Rutherford.
Middle Tennessee State University contributes to the educational landscape of Rutherford County, influencing local development through academic programs and research initiatives.
The county government operates from Murfreesboro, offering services through multiple departments and maintaining regular committee meetings for public administration purposes.
The Battle of Stones River, fought from December 31, 1862 to January 2, 1863, marked Rutherford County as a significant Civil War battlefield location.
Location: Tennessee
Inception: October 25, 1803
Capital city: Murfreesboro
Shares border with: Wilson County, Bedford County, Marshall County, Cannon County, Coffee County, Davidson County, Williamson County
Website: http://RutherfordCountyTN.gov
GPS coordinates: 35.84000,-86.42000
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:51
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