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
1340 – 1360

Matt Swallows & Broadband Initiative in Smith County

On today's Local Matters…Host Matt Swallows talks to Bill Woodard, Executive Director at Smith County Chamber Of Commerce, about a new broadband initiative underway to bring high-speed internet to rural areas in Smith County. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
10 Oct 2018 4PM 24 min

Bob Bell & Expanding TTU Programs

On today's Local Matters…Tennessee Tech has gotten fall classes underway as on-campus construction continues. Dr. Bob Bell is joined by the Chief of Staff Lee Wray about the various colleges, graduate and expanding doctoral programs. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
9 Oct 2018 4PM 24 min

Judy Duke & Musical Ministry

On today's Local Matters…Judy Duke is joined by Dr. John Nelms who has been a part of the Cookeville community for over 25 years. Originally brought here for his family’s musical ministry he shares his experiences and passion for music. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office…
8 Oct 2018 4PM 24 min

Dwight Henry & Lessons From The Desert PART 5

On today's Local Matters…Co Hosts Dwight Henry and Pastor Ron Allen continue their look at some of the lessons you can learn travelling through the deserts we encounter in life. They define what the phrase waiting on the Lord means in the desert. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast…
5 Oct 2018 4PM 24 min

Sam Brooks & Lady Cavaliers Basketball Program

On today's Local Matters…Sam Brooks introduces you to Coach Jamie Gillis, the head coach of the girls basketball program at Cookeville High School. She shares her time playing, coaching at Upperman High School and coming back to Cookeville. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
4 Oct 2018 4PM 24 min

Matt Swallows & Aging In Place Program

On today's Local Matters… A new Aging in Place program offers seniors resources to continue living in their homes. Matt Swallows and Putnam County Habitat for Humanity Director Pam Ealey discuss the new program and their involvement. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
3 Oct 2018 4PM 24 min

Bob Bell & Deputy Director of Putnam County Schools

On today's Local Matters… Deputy Director of Putnam County Schools, Corby King, talks about his 20 year career with the district and his current role. He joins Bob Bell to discuss the programs he oversees for school safety in Putnam County. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by…
2 Oct 2018 4PM 24 min

Judy Duke & Groups Providing Aid

On today's Local Matters… Judy Duke is joined by Elma Greenwood, an organizer behind a couple of groups that are working to provide aid. They discuss her marriage to golfer Bobby Greenwood, her family and work helping others in the Philippines. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by…
1 Oct 2018 4PM 24 min

Dwight Henry & Lessons From The Desert PART 4

On today's Local Matters… Hosts Dwight Henry and Pastor Ron Allen continue their look at some of the lessons you can learn travelling through the deserts we encounter in life. They define what it means to have patience and learn to be content. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast…
28 Sep 2018 4PM 24 min

Sam Brooks & Offensive Line Coach at TTU

On today's Local Matters… Sam Brooks introduces you to Coach Jake Thornton, the new offensive line coach with Tennessee Tech about his career. His path from student athlete and player to coach, and his role working with the Golden Eagles. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office…
27 Sep 2018 4PM 24 min

Matt Swallows & Foster Care PART TWO

On today's Local Matters… Host Matt Swallows continues to look at the shortage of foster homes in our area. He is joined by foster home provider and parent Kim Serro along with Cheri Richards and Jennifer Watts of DCS and Lori Krauss of Harmony Family Center for the second part…
26 Sep 2018 4PM 24 min

Dr. Bob Bell & Algood Elementary’s Assistant Principal

On today's Local Matters… Dr Bob Bell sits down with Beth Gaw, Assistant Principal with Algood Elementary School to discuss her career in education, her role as administrator and the various programs they offer help to students. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
25 Sep 2018 4PM 24 min

Judy Duke & Bob And Sandra Matthews

On today's Local Matters… Bob and Sandra Matthews of Overton County join Judy Duke to talk about their love and passion for making music together. Bob shares his family history of playing bluegrass and their connection to local legends. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
24 Sep 2018 4PM 24 min

Dwight Henry & Lessons From The Desert PART 3

On today's Local Matters… Co Hosts Dwight Henry and Pastor Ron Allen look at some of the lessons you can learn travelling through the deserts we encounter in life. They offer some advice about the lesson of how to respond to those moments. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast…
21 Sep 2018 4PM 24 min

Sam Brooks & Sports Journalism

On today's Local Matters… Sam Brooks introduces you to Thomas Corhern, coordinator and sports writer with Tennessee Tech. They discuss his choice to get into journalism, writing for the newspaper and joining the Sports Information Department. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
20 Sep 2018 4PM 24 min

Matt Swallows & Foster Care PART ONE

On today's Local Matters… Host Matt Swallows is joined by foster home provider and parent Kim Serro along with Cheri Richards and Jennifer Watts of DCS and Lori Krauss of Harmony Family Center. They discuss the growing numbers of children needing foster care, how it works, and the shortage of…
19 Sep 2018 4PM 24 min

Dr. Bob Bell & TTU's History

On today's Local Matters… Originally named Dixie University and called Dixie College, Tennessee Technological University has seen several changes since its beginnings. Professor Calvin Dickinson recounts some of its history with Dr. Bob Bell. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
18 Sep 2018 4PM 24 min

Judy Duke & Singing, Playing and Musical Ministry

On today's Local Matters… Glenda Nelms joins Judy Duke to talk about her time studying music education, her passion for playing music and singing, her career as a music teacher and her families time serving in a musical ministry. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
17 Sep 2018 4PM 24 min

Dwight Henry & Life’s Curve Balls PART 2

On today's Local Matters… Life happens and it’s not always the in the way you might have expected. Dwight Henry and Ron Allen continue to examine how life impacts our faith with the second half of their series on handling life’s curve balls. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast…
14 Sep 2018 4PM 24 min

Sam Brooks: Golden Eagle Baseball Coach

On today's Local Matters… Sam Brooks introduces you to the new head coach for Tennessee Tech Golden Eagle Baseball. Coach Justin Holmes discusses how he got his start in sports, the teams he’s been with and his passion for coaching. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office…
13 Sep 2018 4PM 24 min
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