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Kenneth Barrett sworn in as Rutherford County sheriff
Summary
Kenneth Barrett took the oath of office for sheriff at the Aug. 31 ceremony; the oath included a pledge to 'faithfully execute the office of sheriff' and to perform duties 'agreeable to law.'
Kenneth Barrett was sworn in as sheriff of Rutherford County during the Aug. 31, 2026 swearing-in ceremony.
Barrett recited the oath and pledged to "faithfully execute the office of sheriff to the best of my knowledge and ability, agreeable to law." Colleagues offered congratulations after the oath.
The sheriff's oath included standard language barring fees or gratuities in exchange for office and a pledge to support the U.S. and Tennessee constitutions. The ceremony continued with additional county officers and commissioners taking oaths.
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