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
1,636 Episodes
1500 – 1520

Matt Swallows & Sparta’s Upcoming Projects

On today's Local Matters, Sparta Mayor Jeff Young and White County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson discuss recently passed budgets for city and county, planned projects and recent groundbreaking for a new manufacturing facility. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
1 Aug 2018 7PM 24 min

Bob Bell & CRMC Nursing Education

On today's Local Matters, Bob Bell talks with CRMC Director of Nursing Scott Lethi about the various specialties and the opportunities for an education in nursing, and the informational programs available in the diabetes center. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
31 Jul 2018 7PM 24 min

Judy Duke & Handcrafted Furniture

On today's Local Matters, craftsmen and entrepreneur J Michael Floyd talks with Judy Duke about his passion for design and handcrafting his own unique pieces of furniture. They discuss some of his more noted pieces and other interests. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
30 Jul 2018 7PM 24 min

Pastor Ron Allen & Seek The Kingdom

On today's Local Matters, Pastor Ron Allen is joined by Kristen Miller to offer advice in dealing with the challenges of balancing your daily life and your spiritual life as they discuss what it means to seek the kingdom in today's podcast. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented…
27 Jul 2018 7PM 24 min

Sam Brooks & CHS Volleyball Head Coach

On today's Local Matters, CHS Volleyball Head Coach Jami Cherry talks with Sam Brooks about turning her passion for playing into her passion for coaching. Along with her role at Cookeville High School, they discuss her career, raising a family, and her battle to overcome cancer. Listen to the latest…
26 Jul 2018 7PM 24 min

Matt Swallows & Putnam County Family YMCA

On today's Local Matters, local business owner and community supporter, Matt Swallows talks to executive director Mandy Perhay and outreach director Jenny Thacker of the Putnam County Family YMCA. They discuss leaving the YMCA Of Middle Tennessee group, and their growth since then. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast…
25 Jul 2018 7PM 24 min

Bob Bell & Rehab Educational Programs

On today's Local Matters, Bob Bell is joined by Deb Baker, nurse and manager of the Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab center at CRMC. They discuss educational programs available to those recovering, and to raise awareness for prevention. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
24 Jul 2018 7PM 24 min

Judy Duke & The Great Harvest Bread Company

On today's Local Matters, local business owner and community supporter, Wayne Howell sits down with Judy Duke. The Great Harvest Bread Company owner discusses his family, faith and their passion for the business they run. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
23 Jul 2018 7PM 24 min

Pastor Ron Allen & Getting What You Want

On today's Local Matters, host and Pastor Ron Allen is joined by Kristen Miller to offer advice in dealing with the challenges of balancing your daily life and your spiritual life as they discuss how to get what you really want out of life. Listen to the latest Local Matters…
20 Jul 2018 7PM 24 min

Sam Brooks & Lady Owls Basketball Coach

On today's Local Matters, get to know the new Lady Owls basketball coach Greg Bibb. He talks to Sam Brooks about his time as a player and coach, leading Pickett and Van Buren County teams and his new role at Smith County. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented…
19 Jul 2018 7PM 24 min

Matt Swallows & UCDD and UCHRA

On today's Local Matters, Matt Swallows sits down with UCDD and interim UCHRA director Mark Farley. They discuss the current operations of the two organizations, changes being made for both and their possible merger. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
18 Jul 2018 7PM 24 min

Dr. Bob Bell & Boy Scouts of America

On today's Local Matters, Dr. Bob Bell talks with the Upper Cumberland District Executive with the Boy Scouts of America, Brandon Neal. They discuss his role and the educational opportunities with scouting, Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
17 Jul 2018 7PM 24 min

Judy Duke & Career in Music Education

On today's Local Matters,Cookeville native Joy Racher sits down with Judy Duke to talk about her career in music education. Owning and running a music store, and playing as a sought after pianist for local churches. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
16 Jul 2018 7PM 24 min

Pastor Ron Allen & Living in Ultimate Reality

On today's Local Matters, host and Pastor Ron Allen is joined by Kristen Miller to offer advice in dealing with the challenges of balancing your daily life and your spiritual life as they discuss what it means to live in ultimate reality. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented…
13 Jul 2018 7PM 24 min

Sam Brooks & Leading Basketball and Baseball

On today's Local Matters, retired Principal and former coach Wayne Shanks talks to Sam Brooks about his career as an educator and coach. They discuss his career leading basketball and baseball teams in Putnam County. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
12 Jul 2018 7PM 24 min

Matt Swallows & Tax Increment Financing Plan

On today's Local Matters, Cookeville's planned convention and parking garage recently received approval for a proposed tax increment financing plan from the city council. Matt Swallows talks to Cookeville City Manager Mike Davidson about how it works and how it will be used. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast…
11 Jul 2018 7PM 24 min

Dr. Bob Bell & Tennessee’s Involvement in WWI

On today's Local Matters, Dr. Bob Bell talks with Professor Michael Birdwell, the Chairperson of the Tennessee Great War Commission who work to commemorate and remember Tennessee's involvement in World War I. They discuss upcoming events, exhibits, and a new museum. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by…
10 Jul 2018 7PM 24 min

Judy Duke & Upper Cumberland History

On today's Local Matters, local businessman and historian Carlen Hill talks with Judy Duke about the rich history of the Carlen, Richmond, and Hill families. They discuss their history and influence in Cookeville and Putnam County as well as across the Upper Cumberland. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast…
9 Jul 2018 7PM 24 min

Pastor Ron Allen & Freedom From Sin

On today's Local Matters, Pastor Ron Allen is joined by Kristen Miller to offer advice in dealing with the challenges of balancing your daily life and your spiritual life as they discuss finding freedom from sin. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
6 Jul 2018 7PM 24 min

Sam Brooks & Golden Eagle and Business Leader

On today's Local Matters, one of the Golden Eagles who led TTU to a 7 & 0 season in the OVC, Ottis Phillips talks with Sam Brooks about going from student-athlete to local business leader and alumni recognized for his contributions. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by…
5 Jul 2018 7PM 24 min
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