Who Gives a Hoot

In this episode, we speak with other local reporters to get their opinions on the state of small-town news in America.

Charley Killian is running as the write-in candidate for the Riverbend Township Commissioner Seat in the 2026 midterms. You can learn about his platform by listening here.

Teacher and musician Colin Ray recently returned from the Grand Ole Opry and has found his way to WNN Studios. Be sure to listen here to learn about his musical journey and to hear a live in-studio recording of one of his songs.

Listen along as we discuss this month's news in Gaston County and Cherryville. We cover everything from City Hall Renovations to American Legion Baseball and issues in Gaston County Schools.

In this episode we discuss recent developments in Cherryville, including Gaston County Schools' decision to keep Beam Intermediate open for another year, local infrastructure concerns, and Cherryville City Council updates.

In this episode we discuss the latest news and updates relevant to the Cherryville area. Additionally, the episode features a segment on the Canadian band Angine de Poitrine .

In this episode, we bring in the biggest local discussions from 2026. We discuss the potential closure of W.B. Beam Intermediate, the Rutherford Crossing Apartments, changes to Cherryville sports and more so listen along while you go about your day.

In this interview, we ask Stacey Crouse her opinions on several issues pertaining to the Lincoln County, NC Clerk of Courts' jurisdiction. Currently, she is running against three other Republican candidates for the chair. Remember that early in-person voting begins February 12th, and the primary elections will take place March 3rd, 2026. To read about this candidate, check here: https://wisenewsne...

In this interview, we ask Melissa Elmore her opinions on several issues pertaining to the Lincoln County, NC Register of Deeds' jurisdiction. Currently, she is running against one other Republican candidate for the chair. Remember that early in-person voting begins February 12th, and the primary elections will take place March 3rd, 2026. To read about this candidate, check here: https://wisenewsne...

In this interview, we ask Aaron Bridges his opinions on several issues pertaining to the Cleveland County School Board's jurisdiction. Currently, he is running against eight other candidates for one of four republican seats on the board. Remember that early in-person voting begins February 12th, and the primary elections will take place March 3rd, 2026. To read about this candidate, check here:htt...

In this interview, we ask Cathy Cloninger her opinions on several issues pertaining to the Gaston County Commissioner Board's jurisdiction. Currently, she is running against one other Republican candidate for the Dallas Township Commissioner seat on the board. Remember that early in-person voting begins February 12th, and the primary elections will take place March 3rd, 2026. To read about this ca...

In this interview, we ask Brandon Bridges his opinions on several issues pertaining to the Cleveland County School Board's jurisdiction. Currently, he is running against eight other candidates for one of four republican seats on the board. Remember that early in-person voting begins February 12th, and the primary elections will take place March 3rd, 2026. To read about this candidate, check here:h...

In this interview we ask Kelly Hastings his opinions on several issues in Gaston and Upper Cleveland County. Currently he is running against Caroline Eason whose responses you can see here: https://youtu.be/GWL7WxMdEHcRemember that early in person voting begins February 12th, and the primary elections will take place March 3rd, 2026. To read on both of these candidates head here:https://wisenewsne...

In this interview, we ask Caroline Eason her opinions on several issues in Gaston and Upper Cleveland County. Currentl,y she is running against Kelly Hasting,s whose responses you can see here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPuIAcobIvsRemember that early in-person voting begins February 12th, and the primary elections will take place March 3rd, 2026. To read on both of these candidates, head her...

In this interview, we talk with upcoming Cherryville Mayor Wade Stroupe to hear his opinions about what to do to see the best in Cherryville, NC's future.

In this segment, we sit down with Doris Cope to explore her extensive history as a renowned local coach and positive role model in the lives of many students. Along with her is one such student, Sadie Broome who was inspired by Doris to become a teacher herself!

Teresa Wingo, a local hero has been recently awarded as a Hyundai Hometown Hero for her dedication to the community. Known by many for her giving nature in helping the homeless community. Here she talks about how exactly she does so and her hopes for the future.

In this studio segment we cover some of the history of one of the most famous ships of all time: The Titanic! We spoke with Melinda Ratchford a historian who has given over 300 dissertations on the subject on the boats history.

We interviewed Cherryville Native Sadie Allran Broome about her newest 2025 release "Mischief in Macon: A Grain of Salt in the Pepper Shaker". Follow along she tells us about the experiences that helped her create this series. Purchase her books here:https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sadie-Allran-Broome/author/B08FBJ3GMQ

Welcome back everyone! Who Gives a Hoot is back and in this episode we speak with racing historian Phil Combs! Combs has spent much of his life surrounding himself with racing, whether it's his own time own the track, in the stands as an announcer, or his time as a curator to the Combs Family Museum. And you can see the museum for yourself in our video here along with our other racing content: htt...

Listen along as we cover everything from the past month including topics such as helping veterans with Camp Centurion, whats happening at the Dallas Lane Lavender Farm, and what's going on in Cherryville NC. This will also be Grace's final episode with us because she will be returning to college for her masters! Stay tuned for next months Who Gives a Hoot!

In this Who Gives a Hoot we continue following up on topics like Piedmont Lithium and Cherryville News but also bring in some things from the greater NC Area. We cover our thoughts on the recent viral bear handling and then head a little closer to home with events at the Loray Mills. These include speaking our thoughts on speaking with Bob Johnson and Frank McClure at the African American Museum o...

Big news for the Wise News crew, as we are now an accredited news agency by the North Carolina Press Association! Today we'll be discussing not only the local happenings of Cherryville NC, but also branching out to some national issues such as the presidential race, the Baltimore bridge collapse as well as some other topics. Be sure to give it a listen and thank you to our listeners!

In this episode we cover the local happenings in Gaston County and talk on how it may relate to national scale issues. Starting with the two billion dollar roaming dog problem and covering everything from local events to Piedmont Lithiums Falling stock be sure to give it a listen on your drive or at home!

Who would've guessed there would have been so much turmoil surrounding the beginning of the year? From the trouble cause in small towns by Krampus to what the New Years Shooters are about we're discussing tradition and its place in small-town America this go round!