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
1620 – 1636

Bob Bell & The Cookeville Regional Foundation Education Programs

On today’s Local Matters Podcast, Bob Bell looks at a variety of educational outreach programs provided by the Cookeville Regional Foundation. From educating diabetic patients on the dangers of the disease, to life saving practices and classes offered in the community to end of life care information...Listen to the latest…
23 Jan 2018 7PM 24 min

Judy Duke Talks With Jim and Joanne White About Serving Our Community And Country

On today’s Local Matters Podcast, Judy Duke talks with Jim and Joanne White about serving our community and our country. From the work they do volunteering with various groups to building theater sets for productions to time spent serving in military service during the Vietnam era…Listen to the latest Local…
22 Jan 2018 7PM 24 min

Dwight Henry Examines The Idea That God Is Not Mad At You

On today’s Local Matters Podcast, we look at the topics of faith and daily life combined as Pastor Ron Allen talks with host Dwight Henry to examine the idea that God is NOT mad at you and what that means…Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Twin Lakes…
19 Jan 2018 7PM 24 min

Sam Brooks & Derik Samber On His New Coaching Position At Cookeville

On today’s Local Matters Podcast, we introduce you to Derik Samber who took over as the Offensive Coordinator coaching position at Cookeville after leaving York Institute. He talks with Sam Brooks about his choices and future plans in sports...Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Twin Lakes Tractor…
18 Jan 2018 7PM 24 min

Matt Swallows & The New Cell Phone Law

On today’s Local Matters Podcast, we look at some of the new laws that went into effect Jan 1st, including the new cell phone restrictions in school zones law. Matt Swallows talks with Captain Bobby Anderson about their enforcement...Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Twin Lakes Tractor…
17 Jan 2018 7PM 24 min

Bob Bell & The Tennessee Reconnect Program

On today’s Local Matters Podcast, Bob Bell talks to Cindy Taylor, of the Upper Cumberland Reconnect program, part of the Tennessee Reconnect plan of Governor Haslam. They look at how the program works and who is eligible...Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Twin Lakes Tractor and Lawn…
16 Jan 2018 7PM 24 min

Judy Duke & Morris Irby On Cookeville's Integration Before The Civil Rights Movement

On today’s Local Matters Podcast, we look back to another time in Cookeville’s history as Judy Duke is joined by Morris Irby. They talk about the destruction of Cookeville’s black high school and eventual integration ahead of the civil rights movement…Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Twin…
15 Jan 2018 7PM 24 min

Dwight Henry & Why Church Matters

On today’s Local Matters Podcast, join Dwight Henry and Pastor Ron Allen as they look at the balance between faith and daily life and dealing with the question of why church matters...Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Twin Lakes Tractor and Lawn…
12 Jan 2018 7PM 24 min

Matt Swallows & Cookeville Convention Center

On today’s Local Matters Podcast, Matt Swallows talks with David Allen… CEO of the Auxin Group about the potential convention center planned for Cookeville's downtown area and their involvement with its development...Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Twin Lakes Tractor and Lawn…
10 Jan 2018 7PM 24 min

Bob Bell & Lillian Hartgrove On Her Role In The Highlands Initiative

On today’s Local Matters Podcast, Bob Bell talks to Lillian Hartgrove, Vice Chairman of the Tennessee State Board of Education about her role in the Highlands initiative and other programs she is involved and how they benefit the community...Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Twin Lakes Tractor…
9 Jan 2018 7PM 24 min

Dwight Henry & A New Perspective of God

On today’s Local Matters Podcast, we connect you with local people and daily issues that we all face... Pastor Ron Allen joins Dwight Henry to look at discovering a new perspective of God through your faith...Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Twin Lakes Tractor and Lawn…
5 Jan 2018 7PM 24 min

Sam Brooks & Justin Qualls On His Career As A Coach And Player

On today’s Local Matters Podcast, Sam Brooks introduces you to the coaches and people involved in local sports... like Justin Qualls who is came aboard this year as one of the coaches for Cookeville after a start in coaching and a career as a player...Listen to the latest Local Matters…
4 Jan 2018 7PM 24 min

Matt Swallows & The Upper Cumberland Development District Building

On today’s Local Matters Podcast, Matt Swallows talks with Mark Farley, Executive Director for the Upper Cumberland Development District. They discuss their new building, plans for 2018 and the many programs they offer the community...Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Twin Lakes Tractor and Lawn…
3 Jan 2018 7PM 25 min

TTU Sports Coaching Psychology With Buddy Pearson

On today’s Local Matters Podcast, we deliver insights into Tennessee Tech and “What It Means To Be A Golden Eagle” as Buddy Pearson talks with Dr. Lenise Rosemond, Professor for Sports Coaching PsychologyListen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Twin Lakes Tractor and Lawn…
2 Jan 2018 7PM 24 min
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