Rutherford Issues Podcast

Empowering children with personal safety tools is essential to preventing abuse before it starts. Karista Colwell and Annea Smith, Speak Up Be Safe Coordinator at the Child

Salvation Army Rutherford County youth programs are transforming lives across Middle Tennessee through summer camps, music education, and family-focused community events. Ho

Rutherford County School Board Vice Chair Frances Rosales joins Bryan Barrett to discuss her tenure, school safety initiatives, and the critical need for alternative funding

Every vote shapes your immediate community, yet local elections suffer from surprisingly low turnout. Rutherford County Administrator of Elections Alan Farley breaks down th

Maximize your back-to-school savings with insider advice from James Price of the Better Business Bureau. As families prepare for the upcoming school year, learning how to st

Retirement planning goes far beyond just accumulating a lump sum of money—it's about designing the life you actually want to live once the working years are over. Host

Gear up for the 2026-2027 school year with essential updates directly from Murfreesboro City Schools. Discover crucial dates for upcoming open houses, step-by-step troublesh

Unlocking the secrets to successful pet adoptions and shelter volunteerism is easier than you think, especially during the hectic summer peak. Host Bryan Barrett sits down w

Unlocking a child's full potential starts with a strong foundation, but what happens when the parents themselves are left behind? In this episode, host Bryan Barrett sits do

Protecting your pets with Beesley Animal Clinic is urgent this summer as tick populations spike, bringing a deadly wave of Bobcat Fever that is actively threatening communit

Shopping at the Steered Straight thrift store in Murfreesboro is about more than finding vintage decor—it is a direct investment in saving young lives. Jennifer Sanche

The Center for the Arts Murfreesboro drives local economic growth while preserving rich community history. From its origins as a 117-year-old post office and public library

When disaster strikes, the speed of emergency response relies entirely on local readiness rather than outside help. This deep dive with John Mitchell, Executive Director of

Accessing public records in Tennessee is becoming a battle of skyrocketing fees and legal roadblocks. While the Tennessee Public Records Act was designed to ensure governmen

16:00 Financial planning for marriage is arguably more important than choosing a venue or a cake, yet many couples completely avoid the money talk before walking down the ais

Discover how community partnerships and strategic planning power Murfreesboro's massive seasonal events and growing park infrastructure. Nate Williams, Director of Murfreesb

Domestic violence isn’t always physical; more often than not, it begins with subtle, systemic patterns of emotional and financial control that isolate survivors long b

Rutherford County EMS emergency response teams save lives daily, but only if you make the call. A brief five-minute chest pain episode can quickly escalate into a permanent

Dental abscesses and infections can quickly evolve into life-threatening medical emergencies, yet thousands of individuals are forced to put oral health on the back burner d

Rutherford County Schools are stepping into the spotlight with groundbreaking initiatives designed to celebrate student-athletes and fund classroom innovation. This episode

Artificial intelligence is rapidly shifting the operational landscape for small businesses and non-profits, making AI literacy a critical asset rather than a futuristic conc

529 plan benefits extend far beyond traditional four-year universities, offering families a powerhouse tool for tax-free educational growth. Despite massive tax advantages,

Child digital safety demands a massive shift in how parents view modern online threats, especially since an alarming 70% of abuse cases reported during the summer are peer-o

Get ready for a soulful, show-stopping summer as the Center for the Arts in Middle Tennessee celebrates its landmark 30th anniversary season. In this exclusive preview, host

Olympic legend Michael Phelps is heading to Murfreesboro to headline the highly anticipated annual Steak & Burger event. This signature fundraiser, benefitting the Boys