Podcasts about Putnam County

On this episode: ⁃ Putnam County football falls to Tipton in the Class 1 State Championship. We have sound from the postgame press conference. ⁃ Friday High School Football ScoresWanna thank all of our great Sponsors who make all of this possible.Tolly & Associates Little Caesars of St. Joseph John Anderson Insurance, Meierhofer Funeral Home & Crematory HiHo Bar & Grill Barnes Roofing Jayson & Mary Watkins Matt & Jenni Busby Michelle Cook Group Russell Book & Bookball 365 The St. Joseph MustangsB's Tees KT Logistics LLC Hixson-Klein Funeral Home James L. Griffith Law Firm of Maysville Toby Prussman of Premier Land & Auction Group, HK Quality Sheet Metal, Redman Farms of Maysville, Melissa WinnHenke Farms, Green Hills Insurance LLC., Cintas, Thrive Family Chiropractic, IV Nutrition of St. Joseph, J.C's Hardwood Floors, Roth Kid Nation Serve Link Home Care out of Trenton, Barnett's Floor Renewal LLC., Balloons D'Lux, B3 Renovations, KC Flooring & Drywall, C&H Handyman Plumming, The Hamilton Bank member FDIC, Wompas Graphix & Embroidery of LibertyEllis Sheep Company of Maysville, Bank Northwest of Cameron, Akey's Catering & Event Rentals, Brown Bear of St. Joseph, Whitney Whitt Agency of Hamilton, Wolf Black Herefords, The KCI Basketball Podcast Jacob Erdman - Shelter Insurance of Rock Port, Rob & Stacia Studer, Green Family Chiropractic , Annie & Noah Roseberry of Re/Max Professionals, Moseley Farms, Jake Anderson of Shelter Insurance Bray Farms of Cameron.A slice & a swirl of Maysville Adkison Barber ShopMoyer Concrete of Maysville Cody Vaughn Wealth Advisor with ThriventGallatin Truck & Tractor Grandmas Gun Shop in Agency Nash Gas in Dearborn Accurate Appraisal in St. Joseph Ryan Meyerkorth SeedB.W. Timber of Bethany Mosaic Medical Center of Maryville Exclusive P.R. of Chicago Great Than Financial Hogue Lumber Company of Albany Stifel in ChillicotheUnited Cooperates, INC out of Osborn & Pattonsburg MP and Sons Contracting in Maysville JA White Construction in Maysville BTC Bank Seth & Marcie Davis of the Fitz Group Home and LandGRM Networks Perry Pluming & Septic LLC of Rock PortCitizens Bank and Trust of Rock Port Wanna thank all of our State football sponsors Herron Farms rock port Whippoorwill Acres Wedding and Event Venue & The Cottages at Whippoorwill in Lancaster, MOPutnam County BankPerry Plumming & Septic LLC of Rock PortCitizens Bank and Trust of Rock Port

The Putnam County football looks to win their 1st state championship in school history as they face off with Tipton Friday afternoon.We will have history of the football team, recap of the 2025 season, stats, an interview with Midget head coach Adam Huse and we recap Tiptons season.Want to thank our sponsors who are supporting the weeks coverage Herron Farms rock port Whippoorwill Acres Wedding and Event Venue & The Cottages at Whippoorwill in Lancaster, MOPutnam County BankPerry Plumming & Septic LLC of Rock PortCitizens Bank and Trust of Rock Port Wanna thank all of our great year long Sponsors who make all of this possible.Tolly & Associates Little Caesars of St. Joseph John Anderson Insurance, Meierhofer Funeral Home & Crematory HiHo Bar & Grill Barnes Roofing Jayson & Mary Watkins Matt & Jenni Busby Michelle Cook Group Russell Book & Bookball 365 The St. Joseph MustangsB's Tees KT Logistics LLC Hixson-Klein Funeral Home James L. Griffith Law Firm of Maysville Toby Prussman of Premier Land & Auction Group, HK Quality Sheet Metal, Redman Farms of Maysville, Melissa WinnHenke Farms, Green Hills Insurance LLC., Cintas, Thrive Family Chiropractic, IV Nutrition of St. Joseph, J.C's Hardwood Floors, Roth Kid Nation Serve Link Home Care out of Trenton, Barnett's Floor Renewal LLC., Balloons D'Lux, B3 Renovations, KC Flooring & Drywall, C&H Handyman Plumming, The Hamilton Bank member FDIC, Wompas Graphix & Embroidery of LibertyEllis Sheep Company of Maysville, Bank Northwest of Cameron, Akey's Catering & Event Rentals, Brown Bear of St. Joseph, Whitney Whitt Agency of Hamilton, Wolf Black Herefords, The KCI Basketball Podcast Jacob Erdman - Shelter Insurance of Rock Port, Rob & Stacia Studer, Green Family Chiropractic , Annie & Noah Roseberry of Re/Max Professionals, Moseley Farms, Jake Anderson of Shelter Insurance Bray Farms of Cameron.A slice & a swirl of Maysville Adkison Barber ShopMoyer Concrete of Maysville Cody Vaughn Wealth Advisor with ThriventGallatin Truck & Tractor Grandmas Gun Shop in Agency Nash Gas in Dearborn Accurate Appraisal in St. Joseph Ryan Meyerkorth SeedB.W. Timber of Bethany Mosaic Medical Center of Maryville Exclusive P.R. of Chicago Great Than Financial Hogue Lumber Company of Albany Stifel in ChillicotheUnited Cooperates, INC out of Osborn & Pattonsburg MP and Sons Contracting in Maysville JA White Construction in Maysville BTC Bank Seth & Marcie Davis of the Fitz Group Home and LandGRM Networks Perry Plumming & Septic LLC of Rock PortCitizens Bank and Trust of Rock Port

Drew Herridge with the Marshall-Putnam County Fair Board joined Issac on Wake Up Tri-Counties to officially announce the headliner music act for the 2026 Marshall-Putnam Fair! Country music sensation Scotty McCreery is set to take center stage at the 2026 Marshall-Putnam Fair in Henry, Illinois. The concert, presented by Country Financial—Steve Vogel and Jonathan Krieghauser, marks a major highlight for the fair and promises an evening packed with McCreery's chart-topping hits, including “Cab in a Solo” and “Five More Minutes.” With his storied career featuring award-winning albums and singles, anticipation is building for this special event scheduled for Thursday, July 16, 2026. Gates open at 5:30 PM, and the concert kicks off at 7 PM. Tickets will be available starting December 5, 2025, at 8 AM, at the fair's official website. Stay tuned for future announcements with the other opening acts. Scotty McCreery has been a household name for nearly half of his life, making history in 2011 as the first country artist and the youngest male artist of any genre to debut his first studio album, the Platinum-certified *Clear as Day*, at No. 1 on the all-genre Billboard Top 200 Albums chart. The 31-year-old has sold over 4 million albums and achieved 6 No. 1 hits: the recent "Cab in a Solo," the RIAA Platinum-certified "Damn Strait," the RIAA Gold-certified "You Time," the RIAA Gold-certified "In Between," the RIAA Platinum-certified "This is It," and the RIAA Triple Platinum-certified "Five More Minutes." His latest album is *Rise & Fall*, and his current EP is *Scooter & Friends*, which features the smash hit “Bottle Rockets” with Hootie & The Blowfish.

George Halford sits down with Chuck Johnson, lifelong Putnam County resident and owner of Johnson's Nursery, to reflect on a legacy that began in 1918 when his grandfather purchased the family farm. Born in Cookeville in 1943 and raised in Baxter, Chuck shares stories of his upbringing alongside his two sisters and the early days of the nursery business started by his father and uncle. He discusses how he grew and developed the nursery into a lasting part of the community. It's a conversation filled with local history, family tradition, and deep agricultural roots. Listen To The Local Matters Podcast Today! News Talk 94.1

Listen to this episode to hear Ericka tell us two different stories of solved missing person cases in Indiana. Ralph Stutzmen went missing in 1952 from a family farm in Lagrange, IN and Brittany Gard went missing in 2025 from her home in Putnam County, IN. What happened to both individuals and how were the missing person cases solved?Ralph Stutzman Sources:https://www.wndu.com/2023/06/16/71-year-old-cold-case-solved-lagrange-county/https://charleyproject.org/case/ralph-stutzmanhttps://www.21alivenews.com/2023/06/16/70-year-old-lagrange-county-cold-case-solved-uncovers-secret-family/https://wsbt.com/news/local/dna-testing-genealogy-missing-persons-cold-case-august-1952-ralph-stutzman-delbert-schrock-ancestry-com-closure-relief-investigation-state-police-florida-lagrange-county-indianaBrittany Gard Sources:https://www.wrtv.com/news/local-news/putnam-county/it-makes-no-sense-missing-putnam-county-womans-family-shares-details-about-troubling-disappearancehttps://people.com/mom-called-911-from-woods-week-after-vanishing-suspicious-house-fire-11827997https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/indiana-mom-missing-suspicious-fire-home-officials-say-rcna236323https://abcnews.go.com/US/indiana-woman-missing-suspicious-fire-house/story?id=126306764https://fox59.com/indiana-news/missing-putnam-county-woman-found-alive-more-than-a-week-after-suspicious-fire/https://www.suncommercial.com/banner_graphic/article_adcb46cb-0ed2-5d5c-b890-db1733ffdb0d.htmlhttps://nypost.com/2025/10/07/us-news/mom-of-2-missing-since-mysterious-fire-at-her-indiana-home/

On this edition of the Dave Allen Show on 580 Live, Dave welcomes Rich the Realtor for a Thanksgiving-week conversation that starts with baked beans, Cornish hens, and green bean casserole — and quickly shifts into the real estate realities facing West Virginians. Rich breaks down the holiday market slowdown, highlights several Charleston and Putnam County listings, and explains contingencies, financing traps, and why young buyers struggle with debt-to-income barriers. The show then pivots to tax questions, 50-year mortgages, property ownership frustrations, and a lively segment with Greg Thomas on political recruiting, statehouse dysfunction, and the 2026 governor rumors swirling around Jim Justice and Patrick Morrissey. Small Business Saturday previews and Rick Cavender's downtown shop-local push close out the hour.

250 Years Ago (November 1775) Gen. George Washington sent Henry Knox, his newly appointed chief of artillery, to New York City and Fort Ticonderoga to secure cannon, mortar, shells, lead and ammunition to continue a siege of British-occupied Boston. "The want of them is so great that no trouble or expense should be spared to obtain them," Washington said. Knox and his brother arrived in New York City on Nov. 25 and left three days later for Lake Champlain. 150 Years Ago (November 1875) Johnny Mead broke his ankle while playing leapfrog with classmates from the Rock Street school. Tim Dunn nearly lost his ear when a chain slipped loose while he was loading filters aboard the schooner Norma at the foundry wharf. John Meisenbaher opened a Shaving and Hair Cutting Saloon. Hamilton Brown of Garden Street left home on a Friday morning, telling his wife he was headed to Glenham to look for work and would return on an afternoon train. Five days later, there was no sign of him. Investigators learned he had withdrawn all his funds from Fishkill Savings Bank, including a small sum in his 5-year-old son's name. (The Cold Spring Recorder reported that Brown returned home on the following Thursday, although it did not explain his absence.) William Warren, 14, employed by Mr. Ferris in the ice business, was sent home with the team and an empty wagon. On a nearby lane, he encountered the Cronk boys cutting down a tree. The Cronks said Warren told them: "Let 'er go, I can hold the horses," but William said the brothers let the tree fall just behind him, spooking the horses, who knocked a gate from its hinges and left him "demoralized." The Recorder suggested that, unlike in other parts of the state, and against the wishes of the "best class of our citizens," local police too often released suspects before trial for lack of evidence. Gen. Tom Thumb (aka Charles Stratton of Bridgeport, Connecticut, who was 3 feet, 4 inches tall), 37, and his wife, Lavinia Warren, appeared at Town Hall for two performances as part of a world tour. Tickets were 25 cents [$7.50]. The bill also included Minnie Warren and Major Newell, with songs, duets, dances, dialogues and comic acts and sketches. Stratton's small carriage and ponies were driven through the streets to draw attention to the shows. [P.T. Barnum "discovered" Stratton when he was 4 years old; he became a sensation in the 1840s after the showman taught him to sing and dance.] A Poughkeepsie man named Michael Mullen was arrested at Garrison's Landing on a Saturday night and accused of stealing a satchel from a fellow passenger on the 4 p.m. train. After Mullen had been held at the Town Hall jail for two days, the satchel owner said he couldn't identify him, and he was released. Thieves stole a beehive with 30 pounds of honey, valued at $25 [about $735 today], from outside the Nelsonville residence of Malcomb Evans. Mrs. Charles Cooney of Breakneck, after returning from a trip to Cold Spring, built a fire to boil water. The stovepipe, which extended through the floor above the kitchen, sent sparks into the woodwork and her modest home - worth about $100 [$3,000] - burned to the ground. Joseph Dore Jr., 6, was warming himself by resting his feet on a hot-water boiler when the lid tipped, scalding both feet. William Hustis lost 11 sheep overnight in the North Highlands to fatal injuries inflicted by wild dogs. David Hustis had earlier lost 17. Capt. Joshua Cronk was brought to his home on Fair Street after suffering partial paralysis on his left side while lying at anchor in Peekskill Bay to wait out a gale. The Recorder suggested that the cold and anxiety led to the attack. The same gale blew a 500-pound wagon in a semicircle around Thomas Jaycox's barn while spinning it around. The post office announced it would close at 10:30 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day. Village officials said the owner of a black lace veil could claim it at Town Hall. Thomas Reed completed a map of Putnam County from his own survey ...

On this episode:- Benton boys are your 2025 City Jamboree Champions. Hear from coach Jared Boone.- Putnam County football advances to their 1st semifinal game since 1989- High School Basketball Scoreboard - High School Football Quarterfinal preview. Hear from Maryville coach Matt WebbWanna thank our great sponsors Tolly & Associates Little Caesars of St. Joseph John Anderson Insurance, Meierhofer Funeral Home & Crematory HiHo Bar & Grill Barnes Roofing Jayson & Mary Watkins Matt & Jenni Busby Michelle Cook Group Russell Book & Bookball 365 The St. Joseph MustangsB's Tees KT Logistics LLC Hixson-Klein Funeral Home James L. Griffith Law Firm of Maysville Toby Prussman of Premier Land & Auction Group, HK Quality Sheet Metal, Redman Farms of Maysville, Melissa WinnHenke Farms, Green Hills Insurance LLC., Cintas, Thrive Family Chiropractic, IV Nutrition of St. Joseph, J.C's Hardwood Floors, Roth Kid Nation Serve Link Home Care out of Trenton, Barnett's Floor Renewal LLC., Balloons D'Lux, B3 Renovations, KC Flooring & Drywall, C&H Handyman Plumming, The Hamilton Bank member FDIC, Wompas Graphix & Embroidery of LibertyEllis Sheep Company of Maysville, Bank Northwest of Cameron, Akey's Catering & Event Rentals, Brown Bear of St. Joseph, Whitney Whitt Agency of Hamilton, Wolf Black Herefords, The KCI Basketball Podcast Jacob Erdman - Shelter Insurance of Rock Port, Rob & Stacia Studer, Green Family Chiropractic , Annie & Noah Roseberry of Re/Max Professionals, Moseley Farms, Jake Anderson of Shelter Insurance Bray Farms of Cameron.A slice & a swirl of Maysville Adkison Barber ShopMoyer Concrete of Maysville Cody Vaughn Wealth Advisor with ThriventGallatin Truck & Tractor Grandmas Gun Shop in Agency Nash Gas in Dearborn Accurate Appraisal in St. Joseph Ryan Meyerkorth SeedB.W. Timber of Bethany Mosaic Medical Center of Maryville Exclusive P.R. of Chicago Great Than Financial Hogue Lumber Company of Albany Stifel in ChillicotheUnited Cooperates, INC out of Osborn & Pattonsburg MP and Sons Contracting in Maysville JA White Construction in Maysville BTC Bank Seth & Marcie Davis of the Fitz Group Home and LandGRM Networks

Today on MetroNews This Morning: --The Morrisey Administration defends their handling of the child welfare system --Toyota will invest over $450 Million in its Putnam County plant--A Wyoming County teacher gets a big surprise--In Sports; WVU lands a big name recruit and Tony Gibson talks about the Appalachian State game this weekend 

Win supervisor, town board seats With mail-in votes counted, Democrats appear to have won the supervisor's seat and an open council member spot in Putnam Valley, giving their party control of the Town Board. An unofficial tally posted by the Putnam County Board of Elections shows Alison Jolicoeur defeating the incumbent Republican supervisor, Jacqueline Annabi, by 23 votes (1,477 to 1,454) for a two-year term. Another Democrat, C.J. Brooks, was leading a Republican incumbent, Stacey Tompkins, by 31 votes (1,536 to 1,505) for a two-year term on the Town Board. Christian Russo, an incumbent who ran as a Republican and Conservative, was re-elected to the other open seat with 1,550 votes. Jolicoeur and Brooks join Sherry Howard to give Democrats a 3-2 majority on the five-member board, which has four Republicans, when they take office in January. In another close race in Putnam County, Tommy Regan, the Republican candidate for the seat on the Legislature that represents Southeast, defeated Thomas Sprague, the Democratic candidate, by 31 votes of 2,388 cast. Regan will succeed Paul Jonke, a Republican who did not seek a fourth, 3-year term. The Board of Elections will certify the results on Nov. 29.

Indiana outdoorsman Terry shares his true Bigfoot encounter—from a childhood sighting in Danville to modern investigations across Putnam County, Morgan Monroe State Forest, and Turkey Run State Park. Hosted by Jeremiah Byron of the Bigfoot Society Podcast, this episode uncovers eerie evidence, strange lights, rock throwing, and sightings near Indianapolis. Discover why Indiana may be one of the Midwest's biggest Bigfoot hotspots.

Everyone's brains seem to be on high alert in the digital age, although society has become more accepting of mental health struggles and treatment. In this, the second part of a series, we examine the challenges facing first responders. When Kevin Murphy leads monthly workouts at the Cold Spring firehouse on Main Street, he wants to help firefighters get in shape both physically and mentally. It's a goal the former Putnam County sheriff's deputy is passionate about since it wasn't long ago that Murphy was overweight and suicidal. Several times, he took out a bottle of pills and a gun and tried to summon the will to pull the trigger. "I didn't want to die," said Murphy, who leads health and wellness programs for Guardian Revival, the Beacon-based nonprofit that works to improve the mental health and well-being of police officers, firefighters, emergency medical technicians and veterans. "But I wanted the pain to stop. And I figured that the quickest way for that to happen was to kill myself. The pain was intense. It was horrible." The cause was 22 years of responding to traumatic events as a police officer, first for Putnam County, then for the Carmel, Mahopac and Pleasantville departments. At most, the average person might witness two or three traumatic events in a lifetime. First responders like Murphy can see 500 or more automobile deaths, suicides, shootings, homicides and other horrors. And they often fail to safely process what they've seen. "I would just push that traumatic stuff down," said Murphy. "I would just push it down into that bag, and I would push it, push it, push it." His 6-foot-4 frame swelled to 300 pounds. He drank a lot. "It got to the point where I convinced myself that cheap whiskey tasted good because I could afford more of it," he said. Murphy's bag of repressed trauma started to come apart on the morning of Oct. 1, 2020, while responding to a home in Pleasantville. "It was on Elm Street," Murphy said. "So this was my - and other peoples' - nightmare at Elm Street." In the front yard, he found an older woman in a white nightgown screaming about her son. "She looked like a ghost," Murphy said. Inside, Murphy found the man in the dining room, dead with a self-inflicted gunshot wound. On the table was a police shield. He was a 26-year-old police officer. "I protected myself at the scene by putting myself really deep into work mode," Murphy said. With no sleep, he returned for his midnight shift. "None of my co-workers would have thought any less of me if I took that night off," Murphy said. "But I thought that they would. That's the pressure I put on myself. I completed my paperwork and continued on." His superiors offered counseling. But he refused because he didn't want to "look weak." Driving to work six months later, he started crying. "I just had this immense sadness," Murphy said. "It was everything that I was holding up inside. I didn't know that officer, but I didn't mourn his death, you know? I didn't ask for help or say, 'Help me figure this out. Why am I feeling this way?'" In February 2022, after several suicide attempts, he went to a therapist. "I finally asked for help," said Murphy, who no longer drinks and has lost 60 pounds. Murphy believes that without the therapy he would have killed himself. "I want people to know that they're not alone," he said. "Our guardians should know they can seek help and receive help and have a productive life and a successful career." Murphy's story is all too common. In a survey conducted by New York State last year, more than 50 percent of first responders reported symptoms of depression, compared to 20 percent in the general population. About 16 percent said they'd considered suicide in the past year, four times the number in the general population. Eighty percent felt there was a stigma against seeking help. To address what she called a mental health crisis, Gov. Kathy Hochul this year proposed a scholarship program to train counselors for first res...

City and Dutchess, Putnam counties allocate funds The Beacon City Council voted Monday (Nov. 3) to spend $50,000 to provide grocery gift cards to city residents who have lost federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits. At the same time, the Trump administration said Monday that it will partially fund SNAP, commonly known as food stamps, for November following two court orders. The U.S. Department of Agriculture had planned to freeze payments starting Nov. 1 because of the federal government shutdown. The program costs $8 billion monthly, but the White House said an emergency fund it will use has $4.65 billion, or enough to cover about half the normal benefits. It's not clear exactly how much beneficiaries will receive, nor how quickly they will see value show up on the debit cards they use to buy groceries. November payments have already been delayed for millions of people. In Dutchess County, 17,152 people rely on food stamps (including 640 households in Beacon); in Putnam County, it's 2,885 people. In Beacon, beginning Thursday (Nov. 6), $50 gift cards to either Key Food (268 Main St.) or the Beacon Natural Market (348 Main St.) or $60 in coupons for the Beacon Farmers' Market (Sundays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., 223 Main Street parking lot) will be distributed at the city's Recreation Center at 23 West Center St. Cards and coupons will be available Thursday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 6 to 9 p.m., and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Beacon residents enrolled in the SNAP program must provide photo identification, proof of residency (such as mail) and their SNAP card. Options are limited to one per SNAP recipient. Additional times will be added as needed. The council has set no end date for the program; it will be determined based on demand for the cards, the use of funding, and the resumption of federal benefits or the implementation of a comparable state program. Updates will be posted at beaconny.gov. Mayor Lee Kyriacou asked city staff to develop the program last week, when it became apparent that federal benefits were at risk of lapsing. The grocery stores and the farmers' market, which is operated by Common Ground Farm, provided the cards to the city at a substantial discount, Kyriacou said. The city opted for a direct transfer of cash-like gift cards because it was the quickest and easiest program to control, given the tight deadline, he said. "We wanted to get assistance to people so that they could use and decide what they want," City Administrator Chris White said. The city will conduct online outreach and distribute flyers in both English and Spanish at low-income apartment complexes to inform residents about the program. Funding for the Beacon program was drawn from a $75,000 allotment in the 2025 budget for planning studies. White noted that "this is only a patch. The federal government needs to step up and maintain its commitment to people." Dutchess County announced it would commit $150,000 per week to support local food pantries, for up to 10 weeks, pending approval by the Legislature at its Tuesday (Nov. 6) meeting. The county said the amount was determined after consulting with Renee Fillette-Miccio, who chairs the Dutchess County Food Security Council. In Putnam, County Executive Kevin Byrne approved a request by legislators to provide $150,000 to fund food pantries. The Associated Press contributed reporting. Local Food Assistance Beacon's Backyard Kitchen The group serves a hot breakfast at 12 Hanna Lane in Beacon on Tuesday and Thursday from 6:30 to 8:30 a.m. and a to-go lunch until 10:30 a.m. See instagram.com/beaconsbackyard. Beacon Farmers Market SNAP benefits are doubled through Greens4Greens, a partnership with Common Ground Farm in Wappingers Falls. To redeem benefits, visit the manager's tent, where the benefit card can be charged any amount in exchange for $1 tokens. For every $2 processed, customers will receive a $2 voucher, up to $50. As of Nov. 2, managers are distributing ...

Join Kosta and his guest: Stacye Choate, Attorney at Law and Candidate for Putnam County County Commission District 2. In this episode: Stacye, you're officially our first candidate interview of the 2026 election cycle and the first Democrat running in a local election that we've ever hosted on the podcast. It's an honor to have you, and I think the best question to start with is: why now and why the Democratic ticket? I watched your speech announcing your candidacy and something really stuck with me. You said, “Republicans do not hold the market on Christianity, I am a Christian. The teachings of Jesus call us to love our neighbor as ourselves, to show compassion, to stand with the vulnerable, and to reject hatred.” As a Christian, why do you feel there's such harsh lines drawn for both political parties around religion? In 2025, Putnam County has zero representation from the Democratic Party. There's not one elected official in this county with a (D) beside their name. For residents of the Upper Cumberland, that's not hard to believe. What might surprise our listeners is in 2000, Putnam County had zero representation from the Republican Party. There were zero candidates with an (R) beside their name. How did this happen? Do you think it could happen again? Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.Join us with Plenty Downtown Bookshop at A Novel Affair: A Jane Austen Gala for Literacy on November 8, 2025 at Putnam County Convention Center.Find out more about A Novel Affair: A Jane Austen Gala for Literacy and buy tickets here:https://plentybookshop.com/gala

“There's a pyramid in the cow pasture”-In 1986, Niki Lopez lives with her family at 717 Bushwick Avenue, home to a secretive group called the Nuwaubian Nation in the heart of Brooklyn–alarmingly, in 1993, the whole community vanishes without a trace. Nearly ten years later, on May 8th, 2002, over 200 federal agents prepare to storm a seemingly “ancient Egyptian” compound in rural Putnam County, Georgia. Inside, nearly 200 families live under the control of Nuwaubian Nation leader, Dwight “Malachi” York. In order to get justice for all the victims before it's too late, it's up to Niki to escape, confront her past, and expose the truth behind one of the darkest cases in American history.Niki founded her organization “What's Your Elephant”, which aims to empower individuals from all walks of life to use the arts to tell their stories: https://whatsyourelephant.org/-Written, directed & edited by Matthew RiceResearched by Bianca Yzabelle TanVoiceover by William AkanaProduced by Alexandra Salois & Salim Sader-SourcesThe Nuwaubian Nation, How I Escaped My Cult: Freeform, 2025United Nuwaubian Nation of Moors, People Magazine Investigates: Cults: MMXVIII Discovery Communications LLC, 2018Nuwaubian Nation, FOX5 Eyewitness News, 1998Waco: The Inside Story, Frontline PBS, 2018Mysteries Behind Closed Doors: The Dr. Malachi Z. York Case (The Untold Story), ImperialSevens, 2012Open House visits to the Nuwaubian compound Tama-Re, Jay Humphrey, 2024Getty ImagesInstagram, Niki LopezThe Waco Massacre: 30 Years On | DARK SIDE OF THE 90'S, VICE TV, 2023Local Artist Shares Her “Elephant” to Help Empower Women, NBC 6 South Florida, 2019

Join Kosta and his guest: Will Roberts, Executive Director of Cookeville Rescue Mission. In this episode: Most people know the Cookeville Rescue Mission in theory. They drive by the building or they see a billboard - they know it exists, but they might not know more than that. What do you wish our community knew about the work you do and the individuals who walk through your doors every day? You have a motto at CRM I love: we'll help you do anything, but we won't help you do nothing. What does this motto mean to you? You know both sides of this story, you've lived through both the struggle of addiction and the redemption of recovery. When you're talking with someone who is where you once were, what's the first thing you want them to know?Find out more about Cookeville Rescue Mission:https://cookevillerescuemission.org/Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Miss Sallie's Market.Find out more about Miss Sallie's Market:https://www.misssallies.com

Early turnovers led to a three-touchdown deficit that Hall-Putnam County couldn't overcome in a 48-21 loss to 2A No. 1 Rockridge on Friday.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.

Amazingly, this year marks the 20th Anniversary of the Broadway musical The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. In 2005, after an incredibly short development period, opened first off-Broadway at Second Stage Theater, and quickly moved to Circle in the Square Theatre on Broadway. It was nominated for six Tony Awards and won two, including “Best Book of a Musical,” and the show would go on to run for 1,136 performances and be produced around the world. In celebration of that anniversary, two new productions will open this fall. Off-Broadway at New World Stages, performances are scheduled to begin on November 27, and next week, on October 21, Spelling Bee will open at Theater Under the Stars in Houston, Texas, where it is directed and choreographed by my guest today, TUTS's Artistic Director, Dan Knechtges. Not coincidentally, Knechtges made his Broadway debut as the choreographer of the original production, and as you will hear, he was actively involved in every stage of that musical's development from its very first incarnation working closely with composer/lyricist William Finn, and director, James Lapine. Knechtges' other Broadway credits includes the choreography of Sondheim On Sondheim, the revival of 110 in the Shade, and Xanadu, for which he received a Tony Award nomination, and the direction and choreography of the musical Lysistrata Jones. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We continue our countdown to the American Red Cross of North Central Ohio's Hero Awards with the story of Pam Oglesbee. Pam is a retired Registered Nurse who was one of the first to volunteer to administer COVID-19 vaccinations at clinics around Putnam County during the onset of the pandemic. Pam is the inaugural recipient of the Clara Ayres Award for Extraordinary Service, and rightly so, as you'll hear.

Join Kosta and his guest Cookeville Police Department's Sergeant Charlotte Austin.In this episode: You lead Cookeville Police Department's Community Services Program with a dedicated mission to unify law enforcement and the public. Most people would rather get a root canal than hang out with on-duty police officers for fun, so how do you effectively bring everyone together to make meaningful progress towards this goal? In 2015 you joined CPD as a part-time dispatcher. Two years later, you became a certified officer and quickly rose through the ranks, first as a Field Training Officer, then as a Detective, and most recently, as Sergeant in March 2024. For those of us who are blissfully unaware of how the ranks of law enforcement works, will you tell us about each of these positions? You teach LEAD the next evolution of DARE to 4th graders across Putnam County. What's a lesson from the 4th grade classroom you think everyone could benefit from hearing? Find out more about Cookeville Police Department: https://cookeville-tn.gov/245/Police-DepartmentBetter Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Miss Sallie's Market.Find out more about Miss Sallie's Market:https://www.misssallies.com

This week on the Ohio Ag Net Podcast, our own Ty Higgins catches up with Emily Buckman, Director of Government Relations for the American Farm Bureau Federation, to unpack the impact of the ongoing government shutdown on farmers and ranchers nationwide. Buckman shares how furloughed USDA employees and delayed services ripple through rural America, why a prolonged shutdown hurts the ag economy, and what's at stake as lawmakers debate the next Farm Bill. Then, Ohio Ag Net's Dale Minyo heads to Putnam County to visit Schnipke Family Farms, an Ohio Century Farm just outside Kalida and the week three winners of Feeding Farmers in the Field. Dale talks with Chelsea Schnipke about her family's 100-year farming legacy, the teamwork that keeps the operation running, and how this fall's dry conditions have shaped harvest progress. Finally, Ohio's Country Journal editor Brianna Smith brings us conversations with Dale Miller and Doug Dierkesheide, as they share their latest "Between the Rows" harvest updates, offering insight into yields, field conditions, and their outlook as the season pushes on.

The Monmouth-Roseville Titans host the Red Devils at Coach Dobry Field with a chance to clinch the TRAC Mississippi Division title.

What happens when eyewitnesses from four corners of the continent come forward in one episode — each describing the same impossible creature?In this special compilation, Jeremiah Byron of the Bigfoot Society Podcast sits down with ordinary people who have seen the extraordinary. It begins in Lane County, Oregon, where Terri locks eyes with a towering black figure near Fall Creek Reservoir. Rocks are thrown, whoops echo through the timber, and the silence that follows is worse than any sound.From there, we move east to Putnam County, West Virginia, where a man's dogs draw out juvenile Sasquatch that ride on their backs and mimic his voice from the woods. In Massachusetts and the Blue Ridge Mountains, a rider hears an unhuman scream that echoes through the night. And finally, in the wilderness north of Sault Ste. Marie, a traveler witnesses a blonde Sasquatch drinking from a waterfall — an image too real to forget.From Oregon's Cascades to Canada's canyons, these are the firsthand accounts that remind us: the forest is watching.

Today's episode is about building more than just houses — it's about building hope, community, and a brighter future in Putnam County. I'm joined by Murali and Katherine from Habitat for Humanity of Putnam County, and they're back with some truly exciting updates. We'll talk about the upcoming Building Hope Gala, a night that combines fun, generosity, and impact in a way only Habitat can deliver. But that's not all — we'll also share details about Carter Crossing, a brand-new community of Habitat-built homes that represents a major milestone for the organization and for families who dream of homeownership. This project isn't just about constructing houses — it's about creating stability, dignity, and opportunity for neighbors who need it most. From volunteer stories to the vision of Carter Crossing, and from hammer-and-nails to high heels and tuxedos, this episode is a celebration of what's possible when a community comes together to say: everyone deserves a safe, affordable place to call home. So stick around — because you're going to hear how you can be part of it too! Todays Guest: Murali Thirumal & Katherine Mahlberg Habitat for Humanity of Putnam County Website: https://www.putnamcountyhabitat.org/ Address: 866 Harmony Road; Eatonton, GA 31024 Phone: 706-991-1600 Link to previous episode (June 7, 2024) - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lure-of-the-lake/id1627579922?i=1000658211913 Sponsors: Tim Broyles State Farm https://mydowntownagency.com/ Habitat for Humanity of Putnam https://www.putnamcountyhabitat.org/ Reynolds Community Radio https://reynoldscommunityradio.com/

Host Ben Rogers sits down with Brandon Smith of the Putnam County Emergency Management Agency to discuss how the EMA recently handled a major incident on I-40, offering insight into the complex process of emergency response and cleanup. Smith breaks down the responsibilities of EMA, the critical role it plays within county government, and the importance of collaboration across the 14 counties in the Upper Cumberland region. He also touches on EMA's growth alongside the community, the use of GIS mapping and cybersecurity, and the county's severe weather alert system. Beyond his EMA duties, Smith shares his involvement in the PEP Foundation and the Cookeville Community Band, highlighting his broader commitment to the community. News Talk 94.1

Wants Nelsonville station named for McConville Putnam County Executive Kevin Byrne proposed on Wednesday (Oct. 1) a $222 million budget for 2026 with a tax cut he calls the largest in the county's history and a fund to be shared with its six towns and villages, including Cold Spring, Nelsonville and Philipstown. Byrne also plans to ask the Legislature to approve naming the Sheriff's Office substation on Main Street in Nelsonville in honor of the late Sheriff Kevin McConville, a Cold Spring resident who died in August. "He was not only a trusted law enforcement officer but also a mentor, a colleague and a friend to many," Byrne said. Byrne's proposed budget would raise spending by $18 million (8.9 percent) offset by $45.2 million in property taxes and $83.5 million in sales-tax revenue, he said during a presentation at the Historic Courthouse in Carmel. The $1 million reduction in the property tax levy equates to a 2 percent cut, he said. His budget (online at dub.sh/putnam-budget-2026) also sets aside $2.3 million for Putnam's inaugural sales-tax-sharing agreement with Nelsonville, Cold Spring, Philipstown and five other towns and the Village of Brewster. Each municipality will receive a share based on population to be used on infrastructure projects, with a minimum award of $50,000. The agreement was tied to a two-year extension of a 1 percent increase in its sales tax - from 3 percent to 4 percent - first approved in 2007 and set to expire in November. A majority of the Legislature initially voted against the extension but relented amid pressure from Byrne, the municipalities and Putnam's state representatives. "Had we not reached a consensus and acted as we did, Putnam County would have turned away over $21 million in sales tax revenue, which would have forced us to raise property taxes, cut services and excessively rely on our fund balance," said Byrne. "We avoided this crisis scenario." The budget allocates about $6.6 million in general fund reserves and proposes new positions, including a counsel for the majority-Republican Legislature and a part-time counsel for its minority member, Nancy Montgomery, a Democrat who represents Philipstown and part of Putnam Valley. Byrne is also requesting two specialists for the Department of Social Services, a prosecutor who will specialize in financial crimes for the District Attorney's Office, a personnel specialist, an accountant for the Finance Department and a veterans service officer. Based on recommendations from a consultant, the public health nurse positions in the Department of Health would be reclassified to a higher pay grade to improve recruitment and retention. Byrne's proposal also contains raises for management employees, ranging from prosecutors and deputy county attorneys to coroners and elections commissioners. Byrne is proposing a reduction, from 30 percent to 17 percent, in the share of health insurance premiums that newer employees are required to pay. Four of the county's unions have agreed to the reduction, but the change needs the Legislature's approval, he said. Other initiatives include a one-year extension of the sales tax exemption on clothing and shoes costing less than $110; changing the criteria for farms applying to Putnam's Agricultural District; and piloting a program in which paramedics would provide public health, primary care and preventive services in homes.

Life transitions put us behind the football season. No time like the present to catch up and learn and be entertained with four chats with coaches before the IHSA football season began.Plus, Chris Walker led the Mendota-Waltham-Dimmick Lady Tribe softball team to a third-place finish in the IESA Class 1A State Tournament, only a month after having a field named after him by Putnam County.Walker (5:38)Mendota Coach Jim Eustice (27:24)Hall-Putnam County Coach Nick Sterling (43:18)La Salle-Peru Coach J.J. Raffelson (56:20)Amboy-LaMoille-Ohio Coach Scott Payne (1:11:08)

Join Kosta and his guest: Johnnie Wheeler, First Vice Chair of Cookeville NAACP.In this episode: Over the past 50 years you've seen our county from every angle. From your professional work at UCHRA, to your political service in the County Commission, to the countless boards, committees and commissions you've seen it all. When you look at your work so far, what's the through-line that ties it all together? Cookeville and Putnam County are changing everyday. Right now it feels like we're a caterpillar in a cocoon waiting to transform into a beautiful butterfly. What do you hope the next metamorphosis of Cookeville and the Upper Cumberland looks like? On September 25th to 27th Cookeville will host the Tennessee NAACP State Conference. Why is hosting the 79th NAACP State Convention in Cookeville significant right now for the Upper Cumberland and for the state?Find out more about Cookeville NAACP: https://www.naacpcookevilleputnam.org/NAACP Events Free to the Public: Thursday, September 25th:11:30 AM -11:50 AM, Press Conference10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Health Expo6:30 PM -8:30 PM, Mass MeetingAll three events at the Putnam County Event Center: 2121 Event Ctr Dr. Cookeville, TN 38501Friday, September 26th:7:00 PM - 8:30 PM, Youth & College CommunityPutnam County Event Center: 2121 Event Ctr Dr. Cookeville, TN 38501Saturday, September 27th:10:00 AM - 11:30 AM, Community Town HallMcClellan Church of Christ, 141 McClellan Ct., Cookeville, TN 38501For more info, e-mail:naacp.cookevilleputnam@gmail.com2025 State Conference Full Schedule: https://www.naacpcookevilleputnam.org/_files/ugd/ebc8cd_03afdd7443ac450cad519d7dfc9e9feb.pdfBetter Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Miss Sallie's Market.Find out more about Miss Sallie's Market:https://www.misssallies.com

Today's episode shines a light on one of the most impactful nonprofit organizations in our community, Neighbors Helping Neighbors. I'm thrilled to welcome their new Executive Director, Allyn Rippin, a passionate leader with a powerful story of returning to the Lake Country to make a real difference. We'll dive into Allyn's personal journey: what brought her home, what led her to take on this inaugural leadership role, and what it means to be the first Executive Director of a grassroots organization that's already transforming lives across Greene and Putnam Counties. Neighbors Helping Neighbors isn't just a name - it's a mission in motion. From delivering beds to children who've never had one, to providing and repairing vehicles for those with no way to get to work or medical appointments, to making critical home repairs that allow families to live safely and with dignity, Neighbors Helping Neighbors is there. Powered by an incredible team of volunteers and community partners, the organization is giving people not a hand out, but a hand up. And stick around because we'll also share details on the upcoming Casino Night fundraiser, a can't-miss evening of fun that helps fuel all of this life-changing work. This episode is all about service, purpose, and the power of showing up for one another and I can't wait for you to hear Allyn's inspiring perspective. Todays Guest: Allyn Rippin Neighbors Helping Neighbors Website: https://www.nhnga.org/ Email: execdir@nhnga.org Phone: 762-815-3600 Sponsors: Tim Broyles State Farm https://mydowntownagency.com/ Habitat for Humanity of Putnam County https://www.putnamcountyhabitat.org/ Reynolds Community Radio https://reynoldscommunityradio.com/

On this episode:- Jeremy Benson from the Grand River Conference joins me to talk Putnam County's key conference win at South Harrison. Hear fromCoach Adam Huse & Junior Jacob Jones.- Week 2 Scoreboard - Saturday Preview Wanna Thank all of our great sponsors:Sponsors Tolly & Associates Little Caesars of St. Joseph John Anderson Insurance, Meierhofer Funeral Home & Crematory HiHo Bar & Grill Barnes Roofing Jayson & Mary Watkins Matt & Jenni Busby Michelle Cook Group Russell Book & Bookball 365 The St. Joseph MustangsB's Tees KT Logistics LLC Hixson-Klein Funeral Home James L. Griffith Law Firm of Maysville Toby Prussman of Premier Land & Auction Group, HK Quality Sheet Metal, Redman Farms of Maysville, Melissa WinnHenke Farms, Green Hills Insurance LLC., Cintas, Thrive Family Chiropractic, IV Nutrition of St. Joseph, J.C's Hardwood Floors, Roth Kid Nation Serve Link Home Care out of Trenton, Barnett's Floor Renewal LLC., Balloons D'Lux, B3 Renovations, KC Flooring & Drywall, C&H Handyman Plumming, The Hamilton Bank member FDIC, Wompas Graphix & Embroidery of LibertyEllis Sheep Company of Maysville, Bank Northwest of Cameron, Akey's Catering & Event Rentals, Brown Bear of St. Joseph, Whitney Whitt Agency of Hamilton, Wolf Black Herefords, The KCI Basketball Podcast Jacob Erdman - Shelter Insurance of Rock Port, Rob & Stacia Studer, Green Family Chiropractic , Annie & Noah Roseberry of Re/Max Professionals, Moseley Farms, Jake Anderson of Shelter Insurance Bray Farms of Cameron.A slice & A Swirl of Maysville Adkison Barber ShopMoyer Concrete of Maysville Cody Vaughn Wealth Advisor with ThriventGallatin Truck & Tractor Grandmas Gun Shop in Agency Nash Gas in Dearborn Accurate Appraisal in St. Joseph Ryan Meyerkorth Seed

Sometimes the stars just align correctly this past weekend I had a chance to head out to The Barnstormers Theater in Tamworth got a chance to speak with some of the cast members out there about their upcoming production of the 25th annual Putnam County spelling bee, and I'll tell you what after seeing the show it is hysterical, absolutely hysterical. By the time you hear this interview, they'll have already finished their first weekend but their second weekend is coming up. You really should get out there if you get a chance to see this production hey you know what is a good idea go to the matinee on Saturday check out the Tamworth farmers market first they give you a little chance to walk around. It's a beautiful beautiful setting for Theater and then going on over to the matinee and enjoy yourself. You'll laugh like you haven't laughed in years. It's just tremendous.

Casey Flatt joins host George Halford to reflect on his decades of service to Putnam County—as a police deputy, the county's first School Resource Officer, and former Director of Juvenile Detention. Inspired by both his parents—his father in law enforcement and his mother in education—Casey began as an auxiliary officer before going full-time, thanks to encouragement from current Baxter Mayor Danny Holmes. After graduating from the Donaldson Police Academy in 1997, he became Putnam County's first SRO, serving at Cookeville High School in the wake of the Columbine tragedy. Casey shares powerful insights into the juvenile justice system, the importance of having local detention resources, and stories of youth who turned their lives around—highlighting the real-life impact of second chances and early intervention. News Talk 94.1

Every week across the U.S. more than two newspapers go out of business. In the past two decades more than 3,000 papers have shut down operations. That's left more than 1,500 counties so-called news deserts. Forty-three of West Virginia's 55 counties have just one local news source and that limited access gives the state a ranking of 46th out of all 50 states. Studies show when local news sources vanish, the result is a drop in community participation on many levels. On the next episode of Us & Them, host Trey Kay visits some regional news deserts to talk about the way local news organizations help a community see and define itself. Some say local coverage is the glue that brings a place together and in Putnam County the Hurricane Breeze continues to offer essential local news while in Greenbrier County, a startup is working to bring back that voice. 

Samantha Rux from OSF Healthcare joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to talk about the King Care-A-Van program. The OSF King Care-A-Van continues its mission of bringing essential healthcare services directly to rural communities throughout Bureau, Henry, LaSalle, and Putnam Counties. The King Care-A-Van program is now operating under OSF OnCall. Launched in 2019 and named after major donors Don and Val King, this mobile health center offers screenings, immunizations, and health education. Staffed by OSF HealthCare professionals in partnership with local health departments, the Care-A-Van breaks down barriers to care by reaching residents who might otherwise face transportation challenges. Samantha Rux from OSF Healthcare emphasized the importance of the program in promoting wellness and preventative care for underserved populations across the region. The King Care-A-Van will be at the finish line of the Kewanee Hog Days Stampede again this year. If you have an upcoming event and would like the OSF King Care-A-Van to attend, follow the link below to request a visit. OSF OnCall, a division of OSF HealthCare, is celebrating over a decade of providing custom digital health solutions. This platform brings together industry innovation and clinical expertise to help people manage their health and wellness, all from the comfort of their chosen environment. OSF OnCall's approach combines advanced technology with the critical human touch, ensuring high-quality care tailored to each individual's needs. With flexible access to care teams and a robust digital platform, OSF OnCall continues to change how individuals engage with their health, making it easier than ever to receive support at any time and in any place. Visit here to request a visit from the King Care-A-Van. Click here for the current schedule for the King Care-A-Van.

On this episode of Inside Politics, Tennessee Democratic Party Chair Rachel Campbell joins host Ben Hall as they review the 4 Democratic candidates for the District 7 primary election October 7th and what their plan is to win the congressional seat December 2nd in the general election. Campbell also discusses the Elon Musk Tesla Tunnel that she calls a decision made "behind closed doors...without public comment and input". She also mentions the exclusion of State Representative Justin Jones from the meeting even though the tunnel affects his district. Campbell also talks about the arrest of young democrats after a county commission meeting in Putnam County. Campbell believes we all need to participate in democracy, have interest in what is happening in our districts, go to county commission and school board meetings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Inside INdiana Business Radio for the morning of July 16, 2025. A makerspace in Putnam County is looking to help aspiring entrepreneurs get their ideas off the ground. Plus, Shepherd Community Center breaks ground on a new facility in Indianapolis, and the new CEO of Escalade in Evansville talks tariff mitigation. Get the latest business news from throughout the state at InsideINdianaBusiness.com.

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Today we continue our conversation on community and public service with Paul Van Haute. Paul grew up just outside the Philadelphia area, where he attended Villanova University, part of a long family tradition. He later had a career in the military which he describes as "awesome"! He served as a paratrooper with the 82nd Airborne, 21st Chemical Company.... He was stationed on a remote, one-square-mile island in the middle of the Pacific, dealing with chemical agents. Paul made 72 jumps during his military career, though his last jump unfortunately resulted in an injury that led to 70 operations! After his military service and a career as a sales engineer, Paul transitioned into public work, earning a Master's in Public Administration from Kennesaw. He even served as mayor of Holly Springs, Georgia, where he focused on improving zoning and addressing community issues, helping the town grow significantly. Since January 2010, Paul has been serving as the County Manager for Putnam County, overseeing 300 employees and working daily for the over 20,000 citizens. Under his leadership, the county has become financially envied by others similar in size, proactively managing infrastructure, like roads, and dealing with several major challenges. He's also been instrumental in exploring some innovative road materials, which promises roads that are "as hard as concrete, if not harder" and can last 20 or more years.... Paul is committed to strong city-county relations, fostering mutual respect and honest discussions. Paul brings a unique blend of experience and dedication to his role, viewing his team as a "second family" focused on the mission of serving the community. We're excited to hear more about his insights and experience. Todays Guest: Paul Van Haute - Putnam County Manager Website: https://www.putnamcountyga.us/ Address: 117 Putnam Drive; Eatonton, GA 31024 Phone: 706-485-5826 Sponsors: ProSouth Services https://prosouthservices.com/ Tim Broyles State Farm https://mydowntownagency.com/Habitat for Humanity of Putnam Reynolds Community Radio https://reynoldscommunityradio.com/

Today, I'm thrilled to have a guest who has a deep understanding of community and public service: Paul Van Haute. Paul grew up just outside the Philadelphia area, where he attended Villanova University, part of a long family tradition. He later had a career in the military which he describes as "awesome"! He served as a paratrooper with the 82nd Airborne, 21st Chemical Company.... He was stationed on a remote, one-square-mile island in the middle of the Pacific, dealing with chemical agents. Paul made 72 jumps during his military career, though his last jump unfortunately resulted in an injury that led to 70 operations! After his military service and a career as a sales engineer, Paul transitioned into public work, earning a Master's in Public Administration from Kennesaw. He even served as mayor of Holly Springs, Georgia, where he focused on improving zoning and addressing community issues, helping the town grow significantly. Since January 2010, Paul has been serving as the County Manager for Putnam County, overseeing 300 employees and working daily for the over 20,000 citizens. Under his leadership, the county has become financially envied by others similar in size, proactively managing infrastructure, like roads, and dealing with several major challenges. He's also been instrumental in exploring some innovative road materials, which promises roads that are "as hard as concrete, if not harder" and can last 20 or more years.... Paul is committed to strong city-county relations, fostering mutual respect and honest discussions. Paul brings a unique blend of experience and dedication to his role, viewing his team as a "second family" focused on the mission of serving the community. We're excited to hear more about his insights and experience. Todays Guest: Paul Van Haute - Putnam County Manager Website: https://www.putnamcountyga.us/ Address: 117 Putnam Drive; Eatonton, GA 31024 Phone: 706-485-5826 Sponsors: ProSouth Services https://prosouthservices.com/ Tim Broyles State Farm https://mydowntownagency.com/Habitat for Humanity of Putnam Reynolds Community Radio https://reynoldscommunityradio.com/

Today, Ben Rogers and Putnam County Mayor Randy Porter discuss the 2025-26 fiscal year and what lies ahead for the Upper Cumberland. They discuss rising employment among county workers, budget increases driven by inflation and community growth, and the positive trajectory of sales tax revenue—along with how that tax is divided among various county funds. The conversation also highlights school funding, long-term savings since 2014, and the importance of maintaining a healthy fund balance, as well as how the economy may impact that balance in the years to come. News Talk 94.1

In this episode, host Jeremy Wendt sits down with Meredith Flatt, a dance educator in Putnam County, shares her passion for teaching multiple dance styles and history, fostering a strong local dance community, and exposing students to diverse artistic expressions! Listen To The Local Matters Podcast Today! News Talk 94.1

Ben Rogers sits down with Steve Pierce, Property Assessor for Putnam County, to talk about the upcoming budget season and the budget reappraisal process. Steve breaks down the behind-the-scenes work, the systems used, and how varying budget cycle lengths can impact taxes—explaining why shorter cycles tend to benefit taxpayers and the community. He also sheds light on the key differences between sales analyses and sales ratios. Listen To The Local Matters Podcast Today! News Talk 94.1

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Join Kosta and his guest: Alex Garcia, Mayor of Monterey, TN. In this episode: When you were elected as Mayor, one of your greater missions was to be a new voice for Monterey. You wanted to represent Monterey in Putnam County and across the Upper Cumberland. When you think about Monterey, and how you want it to be represented, what does that mean to you? Earlier this year, we found out about the closure of Perdue Farms. This was devastating news for Monterey and the entire community. From the moment you found out you were working on rebuilding those employment opportunities and you've done an outstanding job. In your opinion, what's the next major industry of Monterey? You served as Alderman for several cycles before running for Mayor. You've watched and helped Monterey grow to this point. When you leave office, what will true success look like to you? Find out more about Monterey, TN:https://www.townofmontereytn.com/Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partner Sabrina Brazle, The Realty Firm.Find out more about Sabrina Brazle:https://www.sabrinabrazle.com/

What do Dolly Parton, Putnam County and reading have in common? You'll find out on today's show, as Cathy Mize & I talk about Putnam Reads. Putnam Reads has a mission to ensure the availability of quality books in the home so that parents can read to their children. The group was previously part of Ferst Readers, but is now partnered with Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, which has helped to significantly reduce their cost of providing the books. Cathy will tell us the history of the organization, explain the recent changes and most importantly, talk about the important work they do in our community! There is nothing more important than ensuring that our children are equipped to start school with reading proficiency. You'll also hear updates on upcoming events and how you may be able to help out this worthy organization in some of the good work they are doing! Todays Guest: Cathy Mize - Putnam Reads Website: https://putnamreads.org/ Sponsors: ProSouth Services https://prosouthservices.com/ Tim Broyles State Farm https://mydowntownagency.com/Habitat for Humanity of Putnam Habitat for Humanity of PUtnam https://www.putnamcountyhabitat.org/

Join Kosta and his guest: Penny Foister, Director of Putnam County 911. In this episode: I think there's only one question we can start this episode with: what happens when we call 911? You started as an EMT in 1992 with our favorite County Mayor Mr. Randy Porter. We'd be hard pressed to find someone that knows more about emergency services in Putnam County than you, so I have to ask: what's the hardest job in emergency services? What's something the average person completely misunderstands about calling 911?Find out more about Putnam County 911:https://putnamcountytn.gov/911-centerBetter Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy.Find out more about Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy:https://aspirebarberandbeauty.com

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Tuesday, May 13, 2025  Check out the job opportunities available in Putnam County in the heart of Advantage Valley…discover the pro-business climate and great quality of life in Huntington, #YesWV…and get in some outdoor therapy while soaking in the natural beauty of West Virginia's rail trails…on today's daily304.   #1 – From JOBS IN PUTNAM – Part of the Advantage Valley metro area, Putnam County is a great place to live, work and play. Check out who's hiring in industries ranging from manufacturing to healthcare! Learn more: https://bit.ly/m/jobsinputnam   #2 – From HADCO – The Huntington metro area is known as a hub for innovation and a diverse array of industries. Its innovative partners and leaders have dedicated themselves to fostering a pro-business culture and a dynamic quality of life.  The city sits upon the Ohio River at the point where West Virginia, Ohio, and Kentucky meet and is part of one of the largest inland ports in the United States. Whether your company's success depends on highway, rail, air, or water transportation, you'll find what you need here. Learn more: https://www.hadco.org/   #3 – From HERALD-DISPATCH– Need outdoor therapy? Explore West Virginia's rail trails.  The state's rail trails have seen an increase in activity throughout the past three years as people took to the outdoors for their mental health needs during the pandemic. But even post-pandemic, spending time outdoors is good for what ails you. Discover some of the Mountain State's most beautiful scenery on a bike ride, walk, or even horseback ride on a rail trail. From the 78-mile-long Greenbrier River Trail to one of West Virginia's newest additions, the Elk River Rail Trail, you'll find no shortage of places to spend time in the great outdoors.  Check out wvtourism.com for more information and travel itineraries.  Read more: https://www.herald-dispatch.com/special/visitors_guide/need-outdoor-therapy-explore-west-virginia-s-rail-trails/article_e1aeaf49-7795-4f24-bfff-821be1b4aecd.htmlherald-dispatch.com   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.

If you've driven Highway 44 in Putnam County in recent weeks, you've no doubt noticed the very large clearing of land near the Ace Hardware. And even if you haven't seen it, you've probably heard about the new Publix and accompanying project.  In the spirit of keeping the community informed and up to date on the numerous new and exciting developments in the area, Adam Shaifer is here with me today to discuss Lake Country Village, also referred to locally as “The Publix Project!” But it's so much more than just the Publix. As the developer, Adam will provide us with the past, present and future of the project. He'll share the facts as he can, the plan for Publix and maybe even tease us with what else is coming! You'll hear more about the timing perspective of the project, which is what we all want to know. It's clear that Adam loves the community where he lives and works, and you don't want to miss this. It's always best to hear information directly from the source! https://lavista.com/wp-content/uploads/LEASING-PACKAGE_Lake-Country-Village.pdf Sponsors - Tim Broyles State Farm; ProSouth Electric; Habitat for Humanity of Putnam https://mydowntownagency.com/ https://www.prosouthelectric.com/ https://www.putnamcountyhabitat.org/

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Tuesday, April 29, 2025  WV Division of Corrections is hosting a hiring event--here's your chance to find a stable and rewarding career in your community…Toyota West Virginia announces an $88 million investment at the Putnam County plant…and a new hiking trail showcases old-growth trees in Roane County…on today's daily304.   #1 – From WV CORRECTIONS – Make a difference in your community with a stable and rewarding career with the West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation! The division is hosting an in-person hiring event on Wednesday, May 7 at WorkForce WV Morgantown Office. Uniform and non-uniform positions are available at the following locations: Clarksburg Parole Office  Harrison County Youth Reporting Center  Monongalia County Youth Reporting Center  Marion County Youth Reporting Center  North Central Regional Jail and Correctional Facility  Pruntytown Correctional Center and Jail  Salem Correctional Center and Jail With increased starting salaries and excellent educational opportunities, get started on your journey today! Learn more: https://dcr.wv.gov/careers/Pages/careers.aspx   #2 – From TOYOTA WV – Toyota West Virginia is investing $88 million to assemble the next generation of hybrid transaxles. This brings the total plant investment to more than $2.8 billion and reinforces long-term job security to its more than 2,000 team members. Scheduled to start production in late 2026, the drivetrain component will help power future North American-assembled Toyota and Lexus models.  To celebrate the continued commitment to the Mountain State, Toyota West Virginia is donating $100,000 to the Marshall Advanced Manufacturing Center at Marshall University to support the center's workforce development program. The goal of this initiative is to broaden recruiting efforts for the school's skills programs and introduce more people to careers in advanced manufacturing. Read more: https://pressroom.toyota.com/charged-up-toyota-west-virginia-invests-88-million-in-new-hybrid-transaxle-line/   #3 – From NEWS & SENTINEL – A recently constructed trail through the Hungry Beech Preserve in Roane County will make it easier for people to enjoy the cove of large American beech and white oaks that fill 37 acres of giant trees, some of which measure 13 feet in circumference. The preserve is on a hilltop in a remote area between Clendenin and Spencer. The West Virginia chapter of the Nature Conservancy recently hosted a tour of the preserve to showcase what its 121 acres have to offer. Looping through the preserve, the recently constructed 2.6-mile trail was funded by an $83,400 grant from the American Water Charitable Foundation. A recent addition to the Old-Growth Forest Network, the preserve is not only home to the giant trees, but also 80 acres of younger forest that serves as a buffer around the big trees, as well as a large meadow area that provides a nesting area for birds. Read more: https://www.newsandsentinel.com/news/community-news/2025/04/old-growth-trees-stand-tall-at-the-hungry-beech-preserve/   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.

In May 2014, the murders of Russell and Shirley Dermond, a couple in their late eighties, shook the residents of Putnam County, Georgia. The decapitated body of Russell Dermond was found on May 6, 2014, in the garage of the house he owned on Lake Oconee. Neither his head nor his wife, Shirley, could be located in the house. As the investigation unfolded, the murder was revealed to be a double homicide when Shirley's body was found in Lake Oconee and the brutal attacks remain unsolved more than 10 years later.  Chapters: 00:00 Welcome to the Dark Oak 01:20 100 Episode Celebration and Giveaway 03:29 The Lake Oconee Murders 53:27 The Branch of Hope   Sources: Deviant True Crime Podcast. (2024, September 24). The Lake Oconee Murders Part 1: Derby Day [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C5-5Nsf7WrA Deviant True Crime Podcast. (2024b, October 1). The Lake Oconee Murders Part 2: By land or by boat [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eShTiXyZAJg Deviant True Crime Podcast. (2024c, October 8). The Lake Oconee Murders Part 3: A big lead [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=018IGAx4FaE Deviant True Crime Podcast. (2024d, October 15). The Lake Oconee Murders Part 4: The Workup [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bo7o4tsoYFQ   Join The Dark Oak Discussion: Patreon The Dark Oak Podcast Website Facebook Instagram Twitter TikTok Youtube This episode of The Dark Oak was created, researched, written, recorded, hosted, edited, published, and marketed by Cynthia and Stefanie of Just Us Gals Productions with artwork by Justyse Himes and Music by Ryan Creep