Rutherford Issues Podcast

Bryan Barrett talks with Rutherford County School Board Chair Shelia Bratton. She updates listeners on the Batey Farm elementary school, building needs across the county, a ne

Bryan Barrett talks with State Rep. Mike Sparks (R-Smyrna) about the challenges of funding growth, schools and more in Rutherford County.

Bryan Barrett talks with James Price of the Better Business Bureau. He shares news on weight loss scams and the upcoming Torch and Spark Awards from the BBB.

Bryan Barrett talks with Edward Jones financial advisor Lee Colvin, who shares benefits of fixed-income investments.

Bryan Barrett talks to Karista Colwell and Presley Hosford with the Child Advocacy Center (CAC). The Hometown Heroes Walk for Children is coming up in April. Get the first det

Bryan Barrett talks to friends from Rutherford County PAWS. Gracie Hill, the public relations specialist, introduces us to Evan Curtis. He's the new foster and volunteer coord

Bryan Barrett talks to Dawn Roberts, Executive Director of the Beesley Animal Foundation & Clinic. She shares some cold weather tips when it comes to our pets.

Bryan Barrett talks with John Mitchell, Executive Director of the Red Cross Heart of Tennessee Chapter. He discusses disaster response, volunteers, blood services and more.

Bryan Barrett talks to State Rep. Mike Sparks and Rodger Thomas about some Smyrna history topics, including Old Jefferson and Sam Davis Home.

Bryan Barrett talks to James Price of the Better Business Bureau who shares five resolutions for a fraud free new year.

Bryan Barrett talks to Edward Jones financial advisor Lee Colvin about considering having a family meeting to discuss estate plans.  

Bryan Barrett talks with Debbie Curtis about VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance).

Bryan Barrett talks with Lauren Brown, grants and communications manager at The Center for the Arts. She talks about "Little Shop of Horrors," which starts Friday, January 12t

Bryan Barrett talks to Michelle Clifford with the Boys and Girls Clubs of Rutherford County. They talk about how the club will be doing even more outreach to families of club

Bryan Barrett talks about the United Way's Storybook Breakfast, presented by MMC Pediatrics with Kara Carpenter, Director of Engagement and Volunteerism and Dr. Shannon Moran

WGNS' Scott Walker, sitting in for Bryan Barrett, talks about the high volume of emergency calls received in 2023. His guest, Brent Carter with Rutherford County Emergency M

On the air today was Jennifer Sanchez with Steered Straight Thrift Store in Murfreesboro. To learn more about Steered Straight, why they started and their mission, CLICK HERE.

Rutherford Issues asking for ideas to improve families and while doing so improve America. Bart talks with State Representative Mike Sparks and Dr. Bryan Thomas with Williamso

Bryan Barrett talks with Rutherford County School Board Member Frances Rosales on new school additions, rezoning, overcrowding and more.

Bryan Barrett talks with Dawn Roberts, Executive Director of the Beesley Animal Foundation & Clinic. She shares some important holiday pet safety tips.

Bryan Barrett talks to Major Michael Knott with the local Salvation Army. He shares how the red kettle campaign has been going and reminds listeners there's still an opportuni

Bryan Barrett talks with Lisa Trail & Tori Carr with Murfreesboro City Schools. They talk about the upcoming holiday break and go over the schedule for both schools and th

Bryan Barrett and State Rep. Mike Sparks talk to Darryl Mackin with A Soldier's Child Foundation. They are asking for your help in reaching the threshold for a new specialty l

Bryan Barrett talks with Lauren Brown with The Center for the Arts, who updates us on White Christmas, presented by MTE. Brad DeLeone also stops by. He plays Seymour in Little

Bryan Barrett talks with John Mitchell of the Heart of Tennessee American Red Cross.