Rutherford Issues Podcast

Bryan Barrett talks with Michelle Clifford with the Boys and Girls Clubs of Rutherford County. She shares news about the Smyrna club grant that will construct a playground in

Bryan Barrett talks to guests from Doors of Hope. Jackie Miller, executive director and Shaneeka Scott, assistant director share information about the program. *15:40

Bryan Barrett talks with Brent Carter from Rutherford County Emergency Medical Services about the new public safety facilities being built in five area communities. Also, we s

Bryan Barrett talks with Jennifer Sanchez, the store manager of Steered Straight Thrift Stores. She shares about the organization's mission, the work around the country and he

The WGNS in-studio guest on Rutherford Issues was Kelly Chastain, Coordinator of the Rutherford County School "Choice Program."  

Bryan Barrett talks to State Rep. Mike Sparks (R-Smyrna) about the start of the legislative session, reaction to the governor's State of the State address and more.

Bryan Barrett talks to James Price of the Better Business Bureau about a scam concerning the free COVID-19 government rapid tests and another scam concerning Facebook quizzes.

Bryan Barrett talks to Edward Jones financial advisor Lee Colvin about what you should do with a tax refund.

Bryan Barrett talks with Katie Enzor and Ahahi Castillo with the Child Advocacy Center on the services offered to Rutherford and Cannon Countians!

Dr. Bill Kraus welcomes Victor Lay, town manager of Nolensville on this edition of Conversations with Kraus.

Bryan Barrett talks to Kristen Swann with the United Way of Rutherford and Cannon Counties about VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance). To get assistance or volunteer, g

Bryan Barrett talks to Dawn Roberts with the Beesley Animal Foundation & Clinic, who answers important spay and neuter questions for dog and cat owners. *14:55

Today on Rutherford Issues, WGNS' Scott Walker spoke to Captain Michael Knott and John Mitchell from the local Salvation Army. The two updated listeners on their Angel Tree pr

Bryan Barrett talks to State Representative Mike Sparks about the start of the General Assembly and redistricting.

Bryan Barrett talks to James Price of the Better Business Bureau about pet charity scams in light of the recent death of Betty White and app store scams that are growing in nu

Bryan Barrett talks with Edward Jones financial advisor Lee Colvin about what you should know about investment risk.

Bryan Barrett talks to Patience Long and Denise Parton with The Center for the Arts about Matilda, which opens Friday. A few tickets for the second and third week are availabl

Bryan Barrett talks with Michelle Clifford of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Rutherford County. She recaps Christmas at the clubs, including family dinners, bicycle gifts and San

Bryan Barrett talks with Regina Harvey from Dominion Financial Management, a non-profit organization based in Smyrna. Find out more about their organization at https://dominio

Bryan Barrett talks with Brent Carter with Rutherford County Emergency Medical Services. He gives some tips on driving in snow, talks about changes in 2022, which include a ne

Bryan Barrett talks with Jennifer Sanchez, store manager of both locations of Steered Straight Thrift Store. Find out more at https://steeredstraightthriftstore.org/. The stor

Murfreesboro Parks & Rec Director Nate Williams talked about this past weekend's New Year's Day 5K and then discussed the upcoming Polar Bear Plunge, which will be on Satu

This morning on WGNS, our guests included State Rep. Mike Sparks of Smyrna and the new YMCA of Smyrna Exec. Director Hodge Patterson. 

Bryan Barrett is joined by James Price of the Better Business Bureau who shares the BBB's 12 Scams of the Holidays. *15:35

Bryan Barrett talks to Edward Jones financial advisor Lee Colvin about financial resolutions for 2022.