News Talk 94.1 Local Matters

Local Matters

Education, Sports, Faith & Everything In Between

Originating from News Talk 94.1 the show deals with community issues and interests that affect listeners closer to home. With topics from major events across the nation and how they impact our area to interesting people and figures from across the Upper Cumberland. Local Matters is where local, matters.

Covering the issues that matter to you. Every weekday.
Daily English United States Society & Culture · Education
1,590 Episodes
1220 – 1240

Tiffany Anton & Mid State Communications

Tiffany Anton talks with serial entrepreneur Heath Waters. They discuss his entrepreneurial journey, how he got his start in logistics, and where he’s at now with his family’s answering service - Mid State Communications. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
18 Sep 2019 7PM 25 min

Bob Bell & Putnam County School Startup

Bob Bell talks with Director of Putnam County Schools, Jerry Boyd. They discuss the progress of the school startup process of the 2019-2020 school year, as well as the current state of school security in Putnam County. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
17 Sep 2019 7PM 25 min

Dwight Henry & Mustard Seed Ranch

Dwight Henry talks with Tammy Hogan, Executive Director of Mustard Seed Ranch. They discuss topics of faith, the background of Mustard Seed Ranch, & its mission to help children in need across the Upper Cumberland. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
13 Sep 2019 7PM 25 min

Bob Bell & White County School System

Bob Bell meets with Kurt Dronebarger, Director of White County Schools. They discuss recent developments for White County Schools, as well as workforce development education programs, and teaching initiatives. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
10 Sep 2019 7PM 25 min

Judy Duke & Former Putnam County Trustee

Judy Duke sits down with Gail Glover, former Putnam County Trustee. They discuss taking over the position of Trustee from her husband after his passing, as well as her experiences travelling to Israel. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
9 Sep 2019 7PM 25 min

Dwight Henry & Feed America First

Dwight Henry meets with Mike Womack, Executive Director of Feed America First, and founder and lead pastor of The Experience Church in Cookeville. They discuss faith, and the mission of Feed America First. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
6 Sep 2019 7PM 25 min

Lynda LaCoax & Eat It Whole

Lynda LaCoax talks with Kris Widdifield of Eat It Whole. They discuss the origins of Eat It Whole on Instagram, and the philosophy of eating healthy whole foods, and keeping your mind and body healthy. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
5 Sep 2019 7PM 25 min

Bob Bell & TTU Caregiver Center Initiative

Bob Bell sits down with Dr. Mike Gotcher, Dean of the College of Interdisciplinary Studies at Tennessee Tech University. They discuss the major, and the college’s new cross-college Caregiver Center initiative. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
3 Sep 2019 7PM 25 min

Dwight Henry & Unpacking Truth Pt 16

On today's Local Matters…Pastor Ron Allen and Dwight Henry discuss spiritual matters and how they impact daily life. They continue to look at unpacking the truth by reviewing select verses in the Book of Philippians. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
30 Aug 2019 7PM 25 min

Lynda LaCoax & Fall Creek Farms

On today's Local Matters…Lynda LaCoax sits down with Brad Bleasdale from Fall Creek Farms in Spencer. They discuss seasonal changes in farming, as well as providing information on raw or unpasteurized milk, which the Farm is known for. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
29 Aug 2019 7PM 25 min

Bob Bell & Cookeville Regional Medical Center

On today's Local Matters…Bob Bell meets with Scott Lethi, Chief Nursing Officer at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. They discuss the importance of immunizations, as well as different nursing programs for those interested in nursing. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
27 Aug 2019 7PM 25 min

Judy Duke & Professional Clown

On today's Local Matters…Judy Duke talks with Gordon Vasseur, a professional clown and former electrician. They discuss his background as an electrician, and where he’s traveled around the world to help teach English as his clown persona. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
26 Aug 2019 7PM 25 min

Dwight Henry & Unpacking Truth Pt 15

On today's Local Matters…Pastor Ron Allen and Dwight Henry discuss spiritual matters and how they impact daily life. They continue to look at unpacking the truth by reviewing select verses in the Book of Philippians. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
23 Aug 2019 7PM 25 min

Bob Bell & The Bryan Symphony Orchestra

On today's Local Matters…Bob Bell meets with Dan Allcott, Music Director of the Bryan Symphony Orchestra, and professor of music and Director of Orchestras at TTU. They discuss music, and what’s coming up for the Bryan Symphony Orchestra. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
20 Aug 2019 7PM 25 min

Judy Duke & Physical Therapy And County Fair Food

On today's Local Matters…Judy Duke sits down with Dewayne Trobaugh, a local physical therapist assistant & craftsman. They discuss his transition into the medical field, & the process of rendering lard for the county fair & making pork crackling. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
19 Aug 2019 7PM 25 min

Dwight Henry & Unpacking Truth Pt 14

On today's Local Matters…Pastor Ron Allen and Dwight Henry discuss spiritual matters and how they impact daily life. They continue to look at unpacking the truth by reviewing select verses in the Book of Philippians. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
16 Aug 2019 7PM 25 min

Bob Bell & Leadership Putnam

On today's Local Matters…Bob Bell talks with Jenny Spurlock, Executive Director of Leadership Putnam. They discuss the origins of Leadership Putnam, and the programs that they offer to help create positive change across Putnam County. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
13 Aug 2019 7PM 25 min

Judy Duke & One Hour Martinizing

On today's Local Matters…Judy Duke meets with Britt Akers, owner of One Hour Martinizing in Cookeville, and father of Judah Akers of Judah & The Lion. They discuss his family, and the dry cleaning company’s involvement in the community. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
12 Aug 2019 7PM 25 min

Dwight Henry & Unpacking Truth Pt 13

On today's Local Matters…Pastor Ron Allen and Dwight Henry discuss spiritual matters and how they impact daily life. They continue to look at unpacking the truth by reviewing select verses in the Book of Philippians. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
9 Aug 2019 7PM 25 min

Lynda LaCoax & Stockton Farms

On today's Local Matters…Lynda LaCoax talks with Jim and Kathy Stockton, owners of Stockton Farms in Gainesboro. They discuss what’s new at Stockton Farms, and their involvement with the SeedFork of the Highlands Annual Dinner. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
8 Aug 2019 7PM 25 min
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