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Today In The Upper Cumberland

The Upper Cumberland. It’s where we live. It’s where we work. It’s where we raise our families. The people and organizations in our community are what make it tick. Cookeville’s News Talk 100.9/AM 1600 knows the impact that local organizations have on this and surrounding communities.

Each week, Cookeville’s News Talk 100.9/AM 1600 will have interviews with representatives of organizations that impact the Upper Cumberland.
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37 Episodes
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Part Two Of Crimes Against Children, A Growing Issue

Guests Joey Williams of the Criminal Investigations Division of the Cookeville Police Department and Kevin Starr of the TBI's ICAC Task Force join Larry Stone to discuss the growing issue of crimes against children. Abduction, sexual exploitation, and trafficking of children are just a few crimes in the changing issue…
13 Sep 18 min

Crimes Against Children, A Growing Issue In The UC

Guests Joey Williams of the Criminal Investigations Division of the Cookeville Police Department and Kevin Starr of the TBI's ICAC Task Force join Larry Stone to discuss the growing issue of crimes against children. Abduction, sexual exploitation, and trafficking of children are just a few crimes in the changing issue…
6 Sep 17 min

Are HIV And Aids Still An Issue In The Upper Cumberland

Still a factor in our world, but much less dangerous. Larry Stone sits down with Choice Health Network's UC Client Services Manager Connie Garrett to discuss HIV, how dangerous it still is, and the preventions that have been taken to limit the harmfulness of HIV. Listen To Today In The…
30 Aug 18 min

The Impact Of Devices On Children

The impact of phones and technology on the young generation, it's scary to all, especially educators. Guests Bubba Winningham, 9-12 Cirriculum Supervisor, and Dr. Diana Wood, PK-4 Cirriculum Supervisor join Today In The Upper Cumberland to give an educator's point of view on the negative impact of devices. Increased tantrums,…
23 Aug 19 min

Financial Literacy And The Work At The State Level To Increase It

Director of the TN Financial Literacy Commission Bill Parker and Shelli King of the Department of Treasury join Larry Stone to discuss financial literacy. It's often times a mystery to young and old people, something not normally taught. However, financial literacy is one of the most important skills you could…
18 Aug 34 min

The Ever Changing Cyber Crimes And Their Immense Negative Impact

Guests Eric Brown and Regis Billings join Larry Stone to discuss cyber crimes, an ever changing game. We've seen it in our own backyard in just the last few weeks. Cookeville Regional Medical Center, a target of cyber crimes that led to networks being taken down, hasn't and won't be…
2 Aug 21 min

Restoring Childhood Town Hall

A chance to learn - the beginning of a community journey. To understand the challenges presented by a tool used every day. The unintended consequences of the phone and digital devices. Overuse has many side effects, and our main concern is the children of today's age. Listen To Today In…
1 Aug 2 hr 18 min

Ryan Dalton And Larry Stone Discuss Restoring Childhood

Our guest Ryan Dalton sits down with Larry Stone to discuss the negative effects phones and other electronic devices have on us on all, but more specifically, the youth. Ryan Dalton is leading the community charge called 'Restoring Childhood', and isn't stopping until he makes a lasting impact. Listen To…
28 Jul 20 min

Changes In Crime In The Upper Cumberland And The Rise Of Gangs

A growing region, with expanding crime. Today in the Upper Cumberland, Larry Stone sits down with Sherriff Eddie Farris and Major Brandon Tayes of the Investigative Division to discuss the changes in crime and rise of gangs in the Upper Cumberland. Listen To Today In The Upper Cumberland Every Saturday…
19 Jul 29 min

White County's Animal Struggles

Fighting for a long term solution... a growing community, looking to protect animals. The White County Commissioners have been battling the budget now for well over a month. One issue that has not been discussed much is what to do long term about the low budget for animals. One says…
7 Jul 24 min

Cumberland County's Animal Population

Practical solutions, and a change in values... protecting Cumberland County Animals, Today In The Upper Cumberland. Listen To Today In The Upper Cumberland Every Saturday On 94.1 News Talk!
28 Jun 29 min

Governor's Investment In Literacy

Building on a dream... the state's work toward literacy, Today In The Upper Cumberland. A thought leader, an advisor, a catalyst. That's how the Governor's Early Literacy Foundation best describes its work. A total of five key programs are a part of the foundation. Listen To Today In The Upper…
21 Jun 18 min

Changing Literacy Norms In Teaching Teachers

Our guest Dr. Amber Spears, TN Tech Associate Professor Of Literacy joins us to speak on how teaching literacy is changing in our area, as well as how we are changing the way that our teachers are taught. Listen To The Today In The Upper Cumberland Podcast Today!
16 Jun 18 min

The Scopes Trial, 100 Years Later From 1925 (Part 2)

It was a trial that captured America's attention. Dr. George Webb is a retired Tennessee Tech Professor and author of "The Evolution Controversy In America." Listen to hear all about The Scopes Trial and evolution being taught in school. Listen To The Today In The Upper Cumberland Podcast Today!
9 Jun 17 min

The Scopes Trial, 100 Years Later From 1925

This Summer marks the 100th anniversary of the Scopes trial, just down the road in Dayton, Tennessee. It was a trial that captured America's attention. Over the next two weeks we go inside the twists and turns of the Scopes Trial, and how it may have come to be as…
2 Jun 17 min

The Process Of Building A Nuclear Engineering Program

Join the dean of The College Of Engineering At Tennessee Tech, Joseph Slater, as he talks about the process of building a nuclear engineering program. Tennessee Tech's new Nuclear Engineering program developer very quickly. Hear directly from the source about what it takes to develop a program like this from…
27 May 18 min

Inside The Challenges Of Improving Literacy (Part 2)

Join us for part two of our UC Literacy discussion with Carissa Comer - Literacy Instructional Coach, Dr. Diana Wood - Elementary Instructional Supervisor, Jill Ramsey - School Board, and Allison Painter - Pre K Director. They discuss the ins and outs of literacy, problems children and parents are facing…
19 May 17 min

Inside The Challenges Of Improving Literacy

Literacy remains a challenge in Tennessee. Hear from Dr. Diana Webb, Carissa Comer, Jill Ramsey, and Allison Painter. They talk all about how we can solve this issue. From legislative bills, to work to do at home. This is all the info you need to know! Listen To The Today…
12 May 18 min

Over Population And Animal Issues in the Upper Cumberland

Protecting our animals - the role of government in protecting animals in the community. What's the best way to handle the issue of how to care for our animals? Tina Bratz, Mark Pack (Friends Of Jackson Animals); Vicky Smith (Overton Animal Awareness Association); Julie Jackobsen (White Co Humane) are experts…
3 May 17 min
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