News Talk 94.1

Teaching is an ever evolving and growing career path for many young people. And on this episode, Lizzie Smith joins host Jeremy Wendt to discuss student education and recruitment. Lizzie begins by highlighting her story and the many roles of teaching on a collegiate level. Additionally, Lizzie compares her original job of educating students to her new job of recruiting them, detailing the differen...

Dogs are more than just pets; they're family. On this episode of the Local Matters podcast, host George Halford is joined by JoAnn Decollibus. JoAnn details her early journey in wanting to help others reunite with their lost dogs, and ultimately how she began a nationally scaled dog rescue service. She shares some of the most heartwarming stories of reunion between pet and owners, as well as some...

Catch up on all the biggest Upper Cumberland stories from the week ending 06/21/26! For more in depth, detailed, and timely news, visit theucnow.com! Listen To The UC Now Audio Podcast Today! The UC Now

Joe Clark, James Alder and Jennifer Dodson-Creter joins Mark to bring a new theater production company among other things into public discussion for the first time! They discuss this, along with including their current collaboration on Stravinsky's ballet "Right of Spring", which will be performed at the Cookeville Children's Theater June 25-27th. Tune in to learn more about theater production, St...

On this episode of the Inside Putnam County podcast, Susan Evans joins host Shan Stout to discuss an event in support of the Genesis House! They talk about Handbags for Hope, along with many other fundraising events for the benefit of the Genesis House! Listen To The Inside Putnam County Podcast Today!

On today's episode of the Today In The Upper Cumberland podcast, the conversation shifts to bringing people back into the workforce and life after a brush with the law? Michael Burton, District Director of TN Department of Corrections joins the show to explain how TDOC already offers help to these people, as well as how they plan to become more efficient moving forward. Listen To The Today In The...

Daniel Whitehead joins Brad Halfacre on the UC Outdoors to discuss how being outdoors can help people in recovery and mental clarity. He explains how being outdoors can provide a great sense of freedom and an improved mood throughout the day. In addition to freedom and improved mood, Whitehead also highlights the other health benefits of living a life in the great outdoors. Listen To The UC Outdoo...

Learn more about breaking barriers to help the community with funding basic school needs with Katelyn Steakley. She joins the show to showcase the Putnam Education Partnership Foundation and what events and programs are available, such as the backpack program, stuff the bus and care closets. As well as how local churches have helped PEP grow. Listen To The Local Matters Podcast Today! News Talk 94...

Vinny joins the show talking about DUO. The Doing Unto Others ministry. What medical services do they provide? What impact does it have on the community? He answers these questions and more on this health segment on Local Matters. Listen To The Local Matters Podcast Today! News Talk 94.1

Mike Cummings of Spray-Away Cleaners, joins the show sharing why he has his solo cleaning service. He discusses helping people clean up after natural disasters while traveling across the country. He opens up about his past and what the future holds for Spray-Away Cleaners, while also delving into the world of what it takes to run a business by yourself. Listen To The Local Matters Podcast Today! N...

Joshua and Jeremy Craig join the show discussing their respective journey's into education. And the positive impact teachers have on students. What's the day to day of a high school teacher? The twins delve into it, touching on differences between their subjects and on how community shapes involvement with students in the classroom. They also cover common problems highschoolers have, how students...

Preserving the past is more than a profession—it’s a calling rooted in story, heritage, and community. In this episode, George Halford sits down with Lori D. Bowers, Archives Director at the Cumberland County Archives and Family Heritage Center, to explore her deep ties to the region and the journey that led her to this role. A Cumberland County native with generations of family history in the are...

On this episode of the Today In The Upper Cumberland, multiple local volunteering representatives join the show to continue their discussion on the need for volunteers in the UC. They speak on how volunteering benefits not only the people being served, but the people who do the serving. As the need for more volunteers goes up, how do these large organizations plan to gain the help they so desperat...

Margo Dirkson joins the College Town Talk podcast to discuss her current journey as a Doctoral student, as well as working in Tennessee Tech's outreach department. What does a day-to-day in outreach look like, and how does she manage it? How does service build community and connection, and what are the benefits we can reap from it? Margo answers these questions and more on this episode of College...

On this episode of The Scene podcast, Mark Creter is joined by Charles Long and the Oklahoma cast! They discuss the upcoming play 'Oklahoma', highlighting the choice that went into picking Oklahoma and all of the hard work that went into preparing the play. Get in depth with the characters and story, as well as learning about the exciting upcoming event that's been brewing for a long time. Shows b...

Brad sits down with Eli Harris who bring his expertise in flowers and plants to Putnam County, helping to aid in research that can protect plants and the land they grow on. Harris discusses his journey to Putnam County, while also detailing his plans to help the region maintain their beautiful flower/plant production while also growing this wonderful showcase. Listen To The UC Outdoors Podcast Tod...

Ben Rodgers sits down with Warren County EMA Director/Chief of Staff & Tourism Jason Hillis to discuss his many roles serving his community. Hillis shares updates to the Warren Co. Emergency System, while also highlighting his work to help improve the county. Listen To The Local Matters Podcast Today! News Talk 94.1

This week Sara Erger comes on the show talking women's health. She touches on what types of screenings women should be getting, and when the best time is to start. Erger also highlights different types of cancers and HPV risks found in women, and what can be done to prevent this. In addition to this, Erger shines a light on the the rise of colon/rectal cancers in younger age ranges and cancer risk...

Emily joins Luke telling her story of how and why she started R&R Nutrition and what products they have. As well as wellness and health, and how you can start or upgrade your wellness journey. She also shares how Multi-Level Marketing ties into how she runs her business. Listen To The Local Matters Podcast Today! News Talk 94.1

Jeremy sits down with Robin Twitty exploring the ins and outs behind how food benefits education performance and what influenced her to work with Food to the Rescue. In addition to this, she highlights what the organization is all about and how they help students facing food insecurity while going to school, while also detailing how they can qualify for that help. Listen To The Local Matters Podca...

Service has been a constant thread throughout Tish Seidler’s life, shaping every community she’s been part of. In this episode, George Halford sits down with Tish, President of the Cookeville Jr. Women’s Club, to talk about her journey from Texas to New York and ultimately finding her forever home in Cookeville. From leading PTAs and volunteering with organizations like the American Cancer Society...

Catch up on all the biggest Upper Cumberland stories from the week ending 06/07/26! For more in depth, detailed, and timely news, visit theucnow.com! Listen To The UC Now Audio Podcast Today!

On this episode of the Today In The Upper Cumberland podcast, multiple local volunteering representatives join the show to discuss the need for volunteers in the UC. They speak on how volunteering benefits not only the people being served, but the people who are doing the serving. As the need for more volunteers goes up, how do these large organizations plan to gain the help they so desperately de...

Dr. Erin Hoover joins the show delving into her various roles with Tech including as Poet Laureate. Offering new poetry clubs and workshops at Cookeville HS so students can write, perform & publish their own poetry. They also touch on AI, how, when, & why to use it in Tech's English Dept. And finally, discussing the award-winning poetry magazine the "Iris Review", produced by Tech students and Hoo...

On this episode of The Scene podcast, Mark Creter is joined by special guest Isabel Cohen. She dives into her journey from Germany to the Upper Cumberland, and how art helped push that journey into fruition for her. In addition to detailing her journey from Germany to the UC, Cohen also shines a light on her artistic journey. She details the inspiration behind her artistic endeavors over the years...