News Talk 94.1 Local Matters

Local Matters

Education, Sports, Faith & Everything In Between

Originating from News Talk 94.1 the show deals with community issues and interests that affect listeners closer to home. With topics from major events across the nation and how they impact our area to interesting people and figures from across the Upper Cumberland. Local Matters is where local, matters.

Covering the issues that matter to you. Every weekday.
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1,776 Episodes
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Jeff Jones Joins Ben Rogers To Detail How County Government Works

On this episode of the Local Matters podcast, Jeff Jones sits down with Ben Rogers to break down how county government works. He details the various TN Open Meetings Act and how it usually goes, the challenges people face on a daily basis, and much more about local government. Listen…
18 Sep 9AM 32 min

Diane Alenitsch Joins George Halford To Highlight The Crossville Military Museum

In this episode of Local Matters, host George Halford welcomes Diane Alenitsch of the Military Memorial Museum of Upper Cumberland for a fascinating conversation about preserving the stories of the men and women who have served our country. A U.S. Army veteran and longtime military spouse, Diane shares her personal…
14 Sep 9AM 34 min

Dr. Sam Floren Joins Drs. Mabry & Lee To Discuss Preventing Hearing Loss

Hearing loss is something that can happen to anyone and can negatively affect your life. On this episode of the Local Matters podcast, Dr. Sam Floren of Upper Cumberland ENT joins Drs. Mabry and Lee to help speak on preventing hearing loss and treatment. He explains what can cause hearing…
10 Sep 9AM 33 min

Emisha Gay Joins Tiffany Anton To Detail Bringing Fun To The Community

During this episode of Local Matters, Emisha Gay joins Tiffany Anton as they discuss the exciting business of Zoned Out Gaming Lounge and how they're focused on bringing fun to the community! Gay highlights their initial start and how they got into the business before moving on to explain what…
9 Sep 9AM 33 min

Dave Mitchell Joins George Halford To Discuss How To Captivate An Audience

In this heartwarming episode, George Halford sits down with magician, comedian, ventriloquist, and educator Dave Mitchell to explore a lifetime of entertaining audiences while inspiring young people through creativity, humor, and faith. Mitchell shares how childhood mentors sparked his passion for magic, how his career evolved into educational school assemblies…
7 Sep 9AM 33 min

Randy Porter Joins Ben Rodgers To Discuss The Future Of Putnam County

In this episode of Local Matters, host Ben Rodgers sits down with Putnam County Mayor Randy Porter for an in-depth look at the county's newly approved fiscal year budget. They break down how the certified tax rate was calculated following the countywide property reappraisal, why the budget was approved without…
4 Sep 9AM 33 min

Laura Clemons Joins George Halford To Highlight The History Of TTU & Cookeville

In this episode of Local Matters, host George Halford welcomes writer, researcher, and local historian Laura Clemons for a heartfelt conversation about storytelling, history, and the people who have shaped the Upper Cumberland. Laura reflects on her journey from growing up in Florida to finding a lifelong home in Cookeville,…
31 Aug 9AM 33 min

Steven Barlow Joins Ben Rodgers To Highlight His Four Years As County Executive

In this episode of Local Matters, host Ben Rodgers sits down with Overton County Executive Stephen Barlow for a candid conversation reflecting on his four years of public service and the projects that have shaped the future of Overton County. Barlow discusses the challenges of attracting new businesses, including his…
28 Aug 9AM 33 min

Tyler Buck Joins Tiffany Anton To Speak On The Future Of Baskin Robbins

In this episode of Local Matters, host Tiffany Anton welcomes Tyler Buck, owner and operator of the Cookeville and Algood Baskin-Robbins locations, for a conversation about entrepreneurship, innovation, and building a business with purpose. Tyler shares how a part-time job scooping ice cream as a teenager turned into becoming the…
26 Aug 9AM 34 min
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