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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1,524 Episodes
1140 – 1160

Tiffany Anton & Progressive Savings Bank

Tiffany Anton talks with Marilyn Mullinix, Community President of Progressive Savings Bank in Cookeville. They discuss the services that the bank offers outside of standard banking, and the events and other activities they take part in to serve the community. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office…
9 Oct 2019 4PM 25 min

Bob Bell & TTU Chief Diversity Officer

Bob Bell meets with Mark Burnett, Vice President For Student Affairs and Chief Diversity Officer at Tennessee Tech University. They discuss his role as Chief Diversity Officer, and the challenges recruiting and mentoring new students from diverse backgrounds. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
8 Oct 2019 4PM 25 min

Judy Duke & Education And Teaching

Judy Duke sits down with Dr. Elouise Jackson, an experienced, retired teacher and pianist for Trinity Baptist Church in Cookeville. They discuss her career in education, both as a student and a teacher, and her experience learning and playing piano. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office…
7 Oct 2019 4PM 25 min

Dwight Henry & Unpacking Truth Pt 19

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 two of the most familiar and unfamiliar verses - John 3:16, and John 3:17. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
4 Oct 2019 4PM 25 min

Lynda LaCoax & Pilates

Lynda LaCoax meets with Nicole Stoner, a nationally certified Pilates teacher at Synergy in Cookeville. They discuss how she became a Pilates instructor, as well as the benefits of Pilates, and how to get started. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
3 Oct 2019 4PM 25 min

Tiffany Anton & Cookeville-Putnam County Chamber Of Commerce

Tiffany Anton sits down with George Halford, President of the Cookeville-Putnam County Chamber Of Commerce. They discuss his life and career in local and county government, and his upcoming retirement. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
2 Oct 2019 4PM 25 min

Bob Bell & Tennessee State Board of Education

Bob Bell talks with Lillian Hartgrove, Chair of the Tennessee State Board of Education, and Vice President of the Highlands Initiative. They discuss workforce development and school safety in the Upper Cumberland. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
1 Oct 2019 4PM 25 min

Judy Duke & The Cookeville Weather Guy

Judy Duke meets with Michael Detwiler, the Cookeville Weather Guy. They discuss his involvement in politics, where his interest in weather came from, and overcoming his daughter’s brain tumor diagnosis & treatment. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
30 Sep 2019 4PM 25 min

Dwight Henry & Unpacking Truth Pt 18

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 another part of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount - Matthew 6:33. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
27 Sep 2019 4PM 25 min

Tiffany Anton & Lenny & Eva

Tiffany Anton meets with Kellie Fitzpatrick, founder of Lenny & Eva in Baxter. They discuss her entrepreneurial journey from teaching and doing photography to creating custom jewelry to inspire women. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
25 Sep 2019 4PM 25 min

Bob Bell & Tennessee College of Applied Technology

Bob Bell talks with Dr. Myra West, President of the Tennessee College of Applied Technology in Livingston. They discuss the various programs offered by TCAT, and working with high schools for career readiness. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
24 Sep 2019 4PM 25 min

Judy Duke & Hooper, Huddleston, & Horner Funeral Home

Judy Duke sits down with Mike Birdwell, a Funeral Director and Embalmer for Hooper, Huddleston, & Horner Funeral Home. They discuss how he got started in the field of mortuary science, and the duties his job entails. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
23 Sep 2019 4PM 25 min

Dwight Henry & Unpacking Truth Pt 17

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 another part of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount - Matthew 6:33. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
20 Sep 2019 4PM 25 min

Lynda LaCoax & McBride Tribe Fitness

Lynda LaCoax meets with Kelsey McBride of McBride Tribe Fitness at Absolute Fitness in Cookeville. They discuss her personal fitness journey overcoming an eating disorder, and the programs she offers for others. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
19 Sep 2019 4PM 25 min

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 4PM 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 4PM 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 4PM 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 4PM 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 4PM 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 4PM 25 min
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