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
1,590 Episodes
1460 – 1480

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

Dr. Bob Bell & Impact of WWII

On today's Local Matters, Dr. Bob Bell talks with Professor Michael Birdwell, who is the Chair of the National Register Review Board for the State of Tennessee and studies the impact of World War I on art, music, literature, and architecture… Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by…
3 Jul 2018 7PM 24 min

Judy Duke & Veteran Art

On today's Local Matters, Vietnam Veteran and former Marine Colonel Angelo Fernandez shares his story of going from serving his country to moving to the country with host Judy Duke as they discuss his experiences and his passion for creating art. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by…
2 Jul 2018 7PM 24 min

Pastor Ron Allen & Training For Raining

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 how attending church is training for raining. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
29 Jun 2018 7PM 24 min

Matt Swallows & The Cumberland County Playhouse

On today's Local Matters, the history of the Cumberland County Playhouse from it’s beginning to the many performances it continues to offer. Director Bryce McDonald talks to Matt Swallows about that history, it’s future and his role there. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart…
27 Jun 2018 7PM 24 min

Dr. Bob Bell & Local Author and Her Career

On today's Local Matters, Dr. Bob Bell talks with local author Jennie Ivey who writes for various publications. They discuss her career as an educator and librarian and the role technology plays in reading and in writing. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart…
26 Jun 2018 7PM 24 min

Judy Duke & Nutrition to Seamstress

On today's Local Matters, Judy Duke talks about teaching food and nutrition education, writing articles for local papers and continuing life after retirement as a seamstress and baker with her guest Drucilla Ray. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart…
25 Jun 2018 7PM 24 min
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