MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WTVF) — In Murfreesboro, a smelly landfill has led to a years-long battle between the city and landfill operators.

Last month, council members rejected a settlement with Republic Services that would have required treatment systems for PFAS chemicals, an odor management plan, and a new complaint portal — saying they want more to be done.

While that lawsuit over the Middle Point landfill continues, those living nearby say it's not ideal in the summertime, especially in a neighborhood full of veterans.

"If it gets really, really hot, I can definitely smell it, and it smells like the places I was deployed to. Hot garbage," said Cpl. Andrew Farrer.

According to the Tri-Star Veterans Resource Center, at least 28,000 veterans live in Rutherford County.

"We fought for our

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