The Local Click

Grab a cup of coffee and settle in for the July episode of The Local Click!  Ever thought about a cross country trip in an EV?  We talk about the possibilities and the problems. For guests this month, Maria Pérez from Los Braseros Mexican Grill stops by to share updates from one of our favorite local dining spots.  Then DTC Communications technician Terry Manning joins us to talk about the hands-o...

June is busy in a good way, and we’re here to share those ways with you!  We even talk about the Dan Tyminski Band appearing at this year's Smithville Fiddlers' Jamboree next month. We sit down with Kathy Hendrixson from the Justin Potter Library to get the scoop on the 2026 Summer Reading Program and upcoming community events, alongside Leah Gregory, Engineering Clerk at DTC Communications, who p...

We’re kicking off May with big news for your devices and a look back at our legacy. We start the show with DTC CEO Kasey Krueger as he introduces a major addition to our services: Trilight Mobile. As our 75th Anniversary celebration continues, we’re proud to premiere a special commemorative video featuring our CEO and all ten members of the DTC Board of Directors. Then, we sit down with DTC Networ...

It’s more than wires…it’s about the connections throughout our communities. Wilson County Mayor Randall Hutto joins us to share updates on current county happenings and upcoming celebrations. Then we get an under-the-hood glimpse of fiber installation and maintenance with DTC Outside Plant Technician Johnathon Puckett. Justin dives deep into the current state of streaming trends. www. TheLocalClic...

Help your vision be the best it can be. We welcome David and Hunter Foutch with Foutch Eye Care in Smithville for their insight about your eyesight. Following that, Mindy Griffith of DTC talks about what it means to be the Regulatory & Accounting Specialist at a cooperative as DTC’s celebration of 75 Years continue. Ever wonder about Airplane mode on your phone?  Justin breaks it down simply w...

Enjoying some amazing food choices close to home has never been easier. Join us as we chat all things cuisine with Matthew Jammes and Amberly Stewart with Randolph’s 1320. Then we continue our retrospective look into DTC’s 75 successful years with a visit from Outside Plant Supervisor, Tim Cantrell. Justin brings us two fun NEW segments this month - The Tech Translator AND Before the Wifi. www. Th...

We’ve got even more to celebrate than just starting the new year. 2026 is a very special year for DeKalb Telephone Cooperative (DTC Communications) because it marks the 75th Year in business.  We take a retrospective look at how life has changed since those early years, as well as where things are today.  Join us for fun interviews with DTC’s Chief Executive Officer Kasey Krueger, as well as Const...

The end of the year is near, which must mean that Christmas time is here. We start this special Christmas episode by pulling some serious strings so we could welcome the guest who has traveled the farthest for our podcast…Santa Claus from the North Pole!  Then we speak with Bill Gash to learn about the amazing supportive mission and helping opportunities of Live and Let Live in Smithville. Of cour...

Thanksgiving is near, and we’re thankful for this month’s collection of guests. Up first this month is an extremely informative wellness visit from Dr. Melanie Cripps, DC with Carthage Family Chiropractic.   Plus we have a return visit by Beth McCrary & RJ Palhegyi with the Arts Center of Cannon County to share their constantly updating list of fun events. Justin’s Tech Tips is full of timely...

The leaves are changing very soon, so it’s a great time to talk about how opinionated folks are about pumpkin flavors :-) We start our interviews for this episode with space saving ideas from Stan Vaught of Lascassas Self Storage.   After that, Zac Tucker and his student crew from Cannon County High School talk about their fun work in the Advertising and Public Relations curriculum.   You can even...

Friday Night Lights return and we’ve got tips to keep you connected with the action. Podcast guest Angie Basham with Flower Occasions in Woodbury talks about helping you show others that you care.   Then we discuss the importance of accurate bookkeeping and sound financial advice with Josh Tramel of Tramel CPA Group in Smithville .   Plus new AI technology news and tech tips all about making the m...

The summer heat continues, so maybe a few of our tips can cool you down. We talk about the advantages of locally sourced food with Clark and Shara Adcock of C&S Farms in Smithville.   Then, Ron Knopp and Betsy Smith with Town & Lake Realty & Auction in Smithville share priceless tips that could help you buy or sell your home.   Tech tips within this episode concentrate on taking contro...

What are your favorite 4th of July foods?   We list many of your tasty favorites. Chad Flatt of Music City Toys & Collectibles in Watertown describes his fun business specializing in vintage and modern toys.   Plus, we talk vehicle shopping and service with Leslie Myers of Galaxy Ford in Smithville. And since we’re already talking cars, Justin gives us a glimpse of the technology landscape in...

Do you have summer plans?   If not, we have some fun ideas for you. We welcome Marsha Petty and Jacy Willis of Adams Memorial Library in Woodbury to fill us in on everything going on there, and there’s a lot!   After that, we share a big Middle Tennessee welcome to the new CEO of DTC Communications, Kasey Krueger.   Nick has some vacation safety tips, and Justin talks Wi-Fi safety and the importan...

Where has the time gone!? The month of May is already upon us. Michael Kilgore from Lighthouse Christian Camp in Smithville, TN joins us for this exciting episode.   The camp does so much for so many, and we can’t wait to share it with you.   Michael also introduces us to Patty Jackson, one of the amazing residents of the Sing for Joy Widows’ Homes that are also on the camp premises. We then share...

It’s almost time for all of the great April events, like Easter…and even Arbor Day! For this episode, we want things to look great for you.   So, we start with a fun conversation with Roger and Kayla Hindman of Roger Hindman Body Shop in Woodbury and learn how to get your vehicle looking its best.   After that, we focus on helping your body look and feel its best with expert help from Tyler and Ca...

Spring time is just around the corner, which means it’s time to start thinking about those home improvement projects. We welcome Chris Ferrari with Hamilton Hardware of Watertown to talk about their convenient and helpful hardware store. Then we change gears to hear from Martha Hinton at the Pregnancy Resource Center of Smith County about their mission to help families in Smith and surrounding cou...

Super Bowl time is here, and AI keeps shaking things up in the tech sector. After having fun talking about the upcoming Super Bowl LIX, we speak with Holly Rose of #holly’s about her exciting boutique in Carthage, TN. Then, Jennifer Sykes from Infinity Athletics in Smithville, TN stops by to chat about tumbling, cheer, and more. Pick and choose those phone notifications so life isn’t so stressful...

Happy 2025 to all our listeners and viewers! We start this episode of our podcast by speaking to fellow podcaster Jason Lohorn about his podcast, Proving God’s Will.   Plus, we welcome Boyd and Jackie Pitts from Boyd’s Garage in Woodbury, TN to chat all things automotive. Justin helps us kick off 2025 with some New Year’s resolutions that help us all with our day-to-day technology. www. TheLocalCl...

It’s the time of year for cranking up the heat and cooking for family. With that in mind, we speak with Donny Green of the DeKalb County Fire Department for safety tips around Christmas time, and to catch up on their selfless hard work year round!   Then, Jennifer White stops by to share with us about all the fun being had at the Alexandria Activity Center. Justin’s Tech Tips explains the value of...

This month we speak with two local organizations with very different focuses, yet both are interesting and important. First, we talk to Beth McCrary and RJ Palhegyi with The Arts Center of Cannon County in Woodbury about their amazing and entertaining productions.   Then we chat with Taylor Malone and Leeann Powell with The Emmanuel House in Carthage about how they are helping to literally change...

Small Businesses in Middle Tennessee continue to thrive!   First, we speak about the latest fashion options with Susan Marie Poss and Cindy Webb of Magnolia Roots Boutique in Smithville.   Then, it’s all about delicious treats in downtown Carthage when we speak to Melissa Hebert of The Candy Bar. Justin returns with new tech tips, specifically how to make your web searches work even better.   Nick...

Welcome to Season Two of The Local Click!   Dance is alive and well in Woodbury, thanks to Lori Christensen with Cannon Arts Dance Studio.   After that, we learn from Kevin Means about all of the great grocery and deli options in Watertown from Three Forks Marketplace. Take note of the note-taking apps available to help you become more productive with some help from Justin.   We also reminisce and...

It’s never been easier to have a youthful and healthy appearance.   To wrap up season one, we welcome Andria Keith with Andria Keith Aesthetics to discuss the latest in skin care.   And then, Casey J Owen of Owen Family Dentistry gives us some great tips for keeping that smile in tip-top shape. Extend the life of your electronics with help from Justin.   We also welcome Emma to the show to discuss...

You don’t have to travel far to have fun!   Our first stop for this episode is Your Glamping Adventure, as John Lowe explains the latest in luxurious, stress-free camping that overlooks Center Hill Lake.   Following that, Jason Taggart brings us through his unique twist on antiques at The Old Feed Store Antique Mall in Woodbury.   Justin explains that phishing is not an outdoor sport. Plus, Josh f...