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Rutherford County was established in 1803 from parts of Davidson, Williamson and Wilson counties and was named after Griffith Rutherford (1721-1805), a Revolutionary War general. Rutherford County encompasses 619 square miles.

Rutherford County Utilities Information

Whether you're moving from just across town or from across the country, these local utility companies will ease the transition for any new resident into their new Rutherford County home.

An Overview of Rutherford County

A quick glance and overview of Rutherford County Tennessee.

Rutherford County Website

Rutherford County link providing information on local Government and Middle Tennessee State University. Rutherford County has a marker stating it as the exact center of Tennessee at the Historic Cannonsburg Tourism Site.

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