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.
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1,421 Episodes
140 – 160

Ben Rodgers & Former Baxter Police Chief Danny Holmes

Ben Rodgers and Danny Holmes, from Power of Putnam and the city of Baxter. They talk about everything he has done in the past, currently with Power of Putnam, and developments in Baxter/Cookeville and the UC. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast today.
21 Jun 2024 1PM 32 min

Ben Rodgers & Livingston Mayor Curtis Hayes

Ben Rodgers sits down with the mayor of Livingston, Curtis Hayes. They talk about what's going on in Livingston, events, developments, the Upper Cumberland, and more! Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast today. Visit them at 215 S Jefferson Ave in Cookeville to see what they can do for…
21 Jun 2024 1PM 33 min

Ben Rodgers & Dekalb County Clerk Jimmy Poss

Ben Rodgers sits down with Jimmy Poss, Dekalb county clerk and serviceman in the region. They discuss legislation changes, the community and government, Jimmy's service for Dekalb, and more! Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast today.
21 Jun 2024 1PM 32 min

Ben Rodgers & UT Auditor Kelley McNeal

Ben Rodgers sits down with UT and government auditor Kelley McNeal. They talk about her work at UT and for the government, but also her service for our community and the impact that she has. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast today.
21 Jun 2024 12PM 33 min

Tiffany Anton & Get Axed Owners Greg and Vanessa Garcia

Tiffany Anton sits down with Greg and Vanessa Garcia, owners of Get Axed Cookeville. They talk about everything their business has to offer, where they came from, their future in Cookeville, and more! Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast today.
21 Jun 2024 12PM 32 min

Tiffany Anton & Lindsey Norton, Owner of Nookies Cookies Co.

Tiffany Anton meets with Lindsey Norton, who owns Nookies Cookies Co. Nookies Cookies Co. recently opened a brick and mortar shop on Cookeville's town square. Hear all about their journey, current insights, and the future! Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast today.
21 Jun 2024 12PM 32 min

Buddy Pearson & Jason Stickler With Rachel Gilmore

Buddy Pearson sits down with data and testing supervisor Jason Stickler, along with Rachel Gilmore the learning loss facilitator both with the Putnam County School System. They talk about the increase in score from children across the county and success in the TCAP assessment. Listen to the latest Local Matters…
21 Jun 2024 11AM 33 min

Buddy Pearson & Chief Academic Officer Bridgett Carwile

Buddy Pearson meets with the Chief Academic Officer Bridgett Carwile from the Putnam County School System. They talk about different federal programs that fund the school system, monitoring of funds, compliance, and more! Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast today.
21 Jun 2024 11AM 32 min

Buddy Pearson & Upperman Principal Justin Campbell

Buddy Pearson sits down with Upperman High School Principal Justin Campbell. They talk about his work history, what led him to this position, how he caters to the needs of children, and more! Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast today.
21 Jun 2024 11AM 33 min

Buddy Pearson & Curriculum Supervisor Diana Woods

Buddy Pearson sits down with K-12 curriculum supervisor Diana Woods for the Putnam County School System. They talk about summer camp for children, other activities, expectations, and more! Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast today.
21 Jun 2024 11AM 33 min

George Halford & Mayor Randy Heady

George Halford sits down with Jackson County Mayor Randy Heady to discuss the Highlands Economic Partnership, his Mayorship, life and more! Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast today.
19 Jun 2024 12PM 33 min

George Halford & Outdoor Pioneer Keith Lilly

George Halford sits down with project manager at Fleetguard and outdoor pioneer Keith Lilly. Hear all about railroad building, trails, his life and interests, and more! Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast today.
19 Jun 2024 12PM 33 min

George Halford & Young Professional Adam Poe

George Halford sits down with Vice President of the Highlands Economic Partnership, Adam Poe to discuss his life story, present day work, interests, and more. Hear about his community service, young professional forums, and his love for the community! Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast today.
19 Jun 2024 12PM 33 min

George Halford & County Commissioner Mike Atwood

George Halford sits down with former CEO and current county commissioner Mike Atwood to discuss his life story, work history, what he's doing now, and more! Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast today.
19 Jun 2024 12PM 33 min

George Halford & Tour Director John Downie

George Halford sits down with John Downie to discuss his involvement with the DOD, and the Armed Forces Entertainment company. He worked with several stars, setting up tours across the globe. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast today.
19 Jun 2024 12PM 31 min

George Halford & Metro Director of FCA Jeff Lacey

George Halford sits down with Jeff Lacey, the metro director of FCA camp. Listen to hear about Jeff's life story, as well as insights into FCA and it's mission. FCA has between 100 and 150 volunteers that step alongside them to serve at schools, camps, banquets, etc.. Listen to the…
19 Jun 2024 12PM 33 min
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