Podcasts about Rutherford County

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. - A Tennessee administrative judge has ruled that 12 Rutherford County properties should be classified as residential, not commercial, reversing retroact

Olympic legend Michael Phelps is heading to Murfreesboro to headline the highly anticipated annual Steak & Burger event. This signature fundraiser, benefitting the Boys

Rutherford County EMS is facing unprecedented demand as summer brings a massive surge in water-related emergencies, outdoor recreation accidents, and intense traffic congest

Tate is joined by Tom Kreager from The Tennessean to reflect on the recent Spring Fling high school sports tournament and discuss major football and baseball coaching shakeups across Middle Tennessee. Kreager shares his key takeaway from the rain-delayed tournament, emphasizing the critical need for more turf softball fields in Rutherford County to help manage tight game schedules during severe weather. The conversation shifts to a series of significant football coaching changes, including Mark Williams taking over for Matt Williams at Smyrna, Josh Kineffl stepping in at Wilson Central, and the search for a new head coach at Giles County following David O'Connor's departure to Alabama. Finally, they honor the storied careers of legendary baseball coaches Mack Hawks of Oakland and Barry Messer of Riverdale following their recent retirement announcements.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A massive political shift is hitting Rutherford County as a historic wave of newly elected officials prepares to take office. In this deep-dive conversation, host Brian Barr

CLICK PLAY ABOVE to HEAR: In this episode of the WGNS Action Line, host Scott Walker sits down with outgoing Rutherford County Mayor Joe Carr for a candid reflection on his ti

PODCAST (Click PLAY above this description) - In this highly informative and upbeat feature interview, WGNS host Scott Walker sits down with Rutherford County School

For over four decades, former members of the Word of Faith Fellowship have tried to hold the church accountable through every available channel — journalists, law enforcement, social services, federal prosecutors, the courts. According to those who lived it, the system failed at every turn. Jane Whaley's 2004 assault conviction was overturned after five years of appeals. More than forty former members gave testimony to the SBI in the 1990s. No charges resulted. Inside Edition investigated in 1995. The church survived. DSS opened child abuse investigations. The church sued the department and won. Former members told the AP that the church orchestrated a cover-up strategy in which congregants were pressured into lying to investigators and recanting prior statements. Church leaders and followers reportedly gave at least eighty-five thousand dollars to state politicians, according to WRAL's analysis. Members volunteered at campaign events for Donald Trump, according to the New York Times. The local Republican Party in Rutherford County was allegedly taken over by people connected to the fellowship. Matthew Fenner's criminal case stalled for over eight years following a 2017 mistrial. A special prosecutor took over the case in 2026. The only convictions secured: unemployment fraud. Tony Brueski closes a five-part investigation with the systems that were supposed to protect victims — and reportedly failed them for more than forty years.Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8-vxmbhTxxG10sO1izODJg?sub_confirmation=1Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/TrueCrimePodThis publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.#WordOfFaith #JaneWhaley #SystemFailed #Cult #TrueCrime #Spindale #PoliticalInfluence #HiddenKillers #MatthewFenner #ReligiousAbuse

PODCAST (Click Play Above to Hear): In this engaging episode of the WGNS Action Line, host Scott Walker sits down with Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office School Resource

Rutherford County election districting changes are shifting local political boundaries, introducing complex adjustments for residents and candidates alike. For the first tim

There have been nearly two years of accusations, investigations, ethics complaints and denials over property assessments and tax values in Rutherford County. Plus the local news for May 13, 2026 and this week's edition of What Where Whens-day. Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public RadioHost/producer: Nina CardonaEditor: LaTonya TurnerAdditional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez, Megan Jones and the staff of WPLN and WNXP

Happy Star Wars Day AGAIN: Revenge of the SIXTH! Kenneth Barrett wins the GOP Primary for Sheriff in Rutherford County, TN! Many Indiana Senate RINOS who rejected redistricting efforts lost BIGLY in their primaries. Vivek Ramaswamy easily won the Ohio GOP Gubernatorial Primary. VA Dems are very scared that their new congressional maps will fail in court. A Magistrate Judge apologized to the WHCD attacker over "treatment" in jail. Marco Rubio filled in as Press Secretary in the absence of Karoline Leavitt    Join UNGOVERNED on LFA TV every MONDAY - FRIDAY from 10am to 11am EASTERN!    www.FarashMedia.com www.LFATV.us www.OFPFarms.com www.SLNT.com/SHAWN www.CovePure.com/SHAWN    

TUESDAY PODCAST: Today on the WGNS Action Line, host Scott Walker welcomed James Evans and Tracy Wise from the Rutherford County School System to discuss the exciting and esse

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. - More than 930 athletes from across Rutherford County and surrounding areas are expected to take part in the Area 16 Special Olympics Spring Games, set fo

The Rutherford County community recently gathered in record-breaking numbers to champion the safety and well-being of local youth at the annual Child Advocacy Center (CAC) W

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN (WGNS) - On this episode of the WGNS Action Line, host Scott Walker welcomes back a regular and insightful guest, JC Bowman, the Executive Director and C

Rutherford County is bracing for a massive population surge, with 30,000 new homes projected by 2030, putting the school system's infrastructure and budget under the microsc

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. - In this lively and insightful edition of the Action Line, host Scott Walker welcomes Rutherford County Mayor Joe Carr for a deep dive into the "big

PODCAST - For this episode of the WGNS Action Line, we head to the local library. Listen to today's informative conversation as host Scott Walker welcomes Trey Gwynn

4/15/2026 Mike and co-host, actress Callie Walker  welcomed country music singer songwriter Chloe Penny to ConversationsRadio. A Tennessee native, she was born and raised just outside of Nashville in Rutherford County. Chloe fell in love with country and bluegrass music at an early age. Her passion for country music runs deep and her original songs draw inspiration from life experiences and traditional classic country music. Each song tells a story and she is a story teller indeed. Now 15, Chloe has a true respect for the genre and her craft as a musician. Chloe is well on her way as a country music artist. Her music is amazing and she has new songs in the works. A phenomenal episode! We enjoyed chatting with Chloe Penny about her future plans. Keep Chloe on your radar. She is one to watch! Look for Chole's original music on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music and YouTube Music! Be sure to check out chloepenny.com for upcoming live events and new music! You can follow Chloe Penny on Instagram @chloepennymusic  Enjoy the Podcast!    

Rutherford County PAWS is experiencing a massive surge in volunteerism, transforming the local shelter into a community-driven hub for animal welfare. Joining host Bryan Bar

PARENTS - This is a MUST LISTEN TO PODCAST: In this sobering but essential episode of the Action Line, WGNS host Scott Walker sits down with Detectives Jeremy Murdoch and Jeff

Rutherford County Library Director Fights Book Restrictions https://www.advocate.com/politics/states/rutherford-library-director-refusal #peoplearerevolting Peoplearerevolting.com movingtrainradio.com

Listen to Podcast Above: Rutherford County, TN is officially one of the TOP 50 fastest-growing counties in the nation and the fastest-growing in Tennessee. With this expl

Host Jeremy C. Park interviews Gene Garcia, Outreach Director for Heartland Adult & Teen Challenge Murfreesboro, who discusses the organization's mission and plans for expansion in Rutherford County, Tennessee. Gene shares his personal journey from opioid addiction to recovery through Adult & Teen Challenge, which led to his current role helping operate multiple locations including Memphis, Clarksville, and Murfreesboro. The discussion focuses on their plans to establish a residential facility in Murfreesboro, requiring at least 3,000 square feet with spaces for a chapel, cafeteria, kitchen, offices, bedrooms, and recreational areas. Gene explains their holistic approach to addiction recovery, which includes biblical counseling, life skills training, and practical exit planning, emphasizing that residents must genuinely want help rather than being forced into the program. The interview concludes with information about how community members can support their efforts through donations, building contributions, or by connecting them with potential program participants. To learn more and connect with Adult & Teen Challenge visit their website ATCTN.org and or call Gene at 615-624-7878.

Rutherford County thrives on the pulse of volunteerism, and few embody this spirit more than Ginny Williams. As the outgoing Board Chair for the Heart of Tennessee Chap

PODCAST: In this episode, WGNS' Scott Walker sits down for a critical conversation on the state of mental health resources in Middle Tennessee. The segment begins with State R

Politics NC's Thomas Mills, a Democrat, knows about winning in rural areas because he was the consultant for many successful political campaigns, including former Senator and Lt. Governor Walter Dalton from Rutherford County.   Thomas breaks down how Democrats once built durable voting blocs as moderates, what changed over time, and what it would take to rebuild that connection today. Plus, Skye and Brian unpack the House's messaging on the budget, take a look at new polling out of Catawba College, and talk Final Four, and more. The Do Politics Better podcast is sponsored by New Frame, the NC Travel Industry Association, the NC Beer & Wine Wholesalers Association, the NC Pork Council, the NC Realtors, Heal the System NC, and the NC Healthcare Association.

The Rutherford County Library System board has voted 8-3 to fire Director Luanne James following her refusal to comply with directives to relocate over 130 children's books. In this episode, we break down the latest updates in this Tennessee library censorship battle, exploring the legal implications of viewpoint discrimination and the fight for the First Amendment in public spaces. Plus, we pivot to hope with a roundup of diverse new releases for young readers that celebrate the very freedom to read currently under threat.New Releases:How a Bear Became a Book: The Collaboration That Created Winnie-the-Pooh by Annette Bay Pimentel, illus. by Faith Pray (Ages 4-8)Barbed Wire Between Us by Mia Wenjen, illus. by Violetta Encarnación (Ages 7-10)Wilderness Hacks by Joslin Borsen (Ages 8-12)Inbetweens by Faith Erin Hicks by (Ages 10-14)All That Chandi Knows by Kushboo Patel (Ages 10+)The Celestial Seas by T. A. Chan (Ages 12+)

132 books chosen by the Rutherford County Library Board are slated to be removed from the Children section of libraries. Library Director Luanne James refused to comply protecting public access. Rutherford County Library Board Chair Cody York targeted books related to gender identity, LGBTQIA+ representation, characters of color, depictions of violence, social change, and even book banning itself. The board voted to relocate those books to the adult section and to strip the library’s policies linked to the American Library Association. Luanne James faces disciplinary action March 30th for insubordination. Vice President of the Rutherford County Library Alliance believes James was defending both the First Amendment and community values, stating: "Do you want your kid walking through the adult section with children books that are right next to adult books like '50 Shades of Grey'? Or some other materials we really don't want our kids looking at? She (James) is protecting everyone in our community and argue she is protecting everyone across this country by standing up and saying No, I will not violate my own personal morals and I will not violate the Constitution of the United States." Lambert also asserted that moving children books to the adult section constitutes a book ban under its legal definition — by denying children the chance to browse. "Children books written specifically for children, needs to be in the Children Section. "NewsChannel 5+ can be seen on Comcast/Xfinity Ch. 250, Spectrum/Charter Ch. 182 and over the air on Ch. 5.2. Inside Politics also streams live Fridays at 7pm and Saturdays at 3pm on our website: https://www.newschannel5.com/live3 as well as the NewsChannel 5 Now app on Connected TVs through Roku, AppleTV, AndroidTV, etc. You can see the show in its entirety at https://www.newschannel5.com/plusJust click on the Inside Politics icon to view recent shows. This story was reported by a journalist and has been converted to this platform with the assistance of AI. Our editorial team verifies all reporting on all platforms for fairness and accuracy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rutherford County faces a massive infrastructure hurdle as student enrollment projections hit a staggering 30,000 new homes by 2030, forcing local leaders to balance high-st

Middle Tennessee is facing a quiet crisis as the "ALICE" population—Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed—now encompasses nearly 45% of households across s

Rutherford County is turning up the volume on child safety as the Child Advocacy Center (CAC) launches its innovative "Speak Up Be Safe" curriculum. With April’s Child

Rutherford County PAWS is transforming the lives of shelter animals through a massive surge in community support, growing from just four volunteers to over one hundred in a

Spring break is just the warmup for the high-energy "controlled chaos" coming to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Rutherford County and Smyrna this year. Michelle Clifford join

Rutherford County schools faced a sudden transportation crisis this week after a private contractor lost liability insurance for 40 buses, leaving thousands of students in l

7 Brew Coffee is taking over Rutherford County, and their latest expansion into La Vergne is bringing a caffeine-fueled revolution to Middle Tennessee. With the grand o

Rutherford County PAWS is transforming animal welfare in Middle Tennessee through massive program expansions and strategic community partnerships. Over the last year, the sh

The guys from Sasquatch Recon are back.And this time, they're taking us deep into the shadowy lowlands of South Carolina and the mysterious foothills of North Carolina—where the line between wildlife and the unexplained gets very blurry.In this episode, the team recounts a tense and unsettling expedition through South Carolina's swamp country, where a single discovery snowballed into something far more disturbing. A strange footprint. Eerie, unidentifiable vocalizations echoing through the darkness.Moments that made it clear they weren't alone—and whatever was out there didn't want to be seen.The story then shifts to Rutherford County, North Carolina, a well-known hotspot for high strangeness. From repeated wood knocks and fresh footprints to unexplained sightings in the field, the encounters raise serious questions about what's really moving through these forests.Beyond the investigations themselves, the hosts open up about their personal paths into Bigfoot research, the methods they use in the field, and how their experiences increasingly intersect with paranormal phenomena. What starts as cryptid research quickly becomes something deeper—and far more unsettling.Sasquatch Recon YouTube ChannelEmail BrianGet Our FREE NewsletterGet Brian's Books Leave Us A VoicemailVisit Our WebsiteBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.

An upcoming vote may see the Rutherford County [LT1] library board and library staff at odds. Plus the local news for February 11, 2026 and this week's edition of What Where Whens-day. Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public RadioHost/producer: Nina CardonaEditor: LaTonya TurnerAdditional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez, Megan Jones and the staff of WPLN and WNXP [LT1]seems important to say "Rutherford County library board..." so people don't think it's NPL 

Tennessee ranks third in the nation in book banning — and it's already happening in Rutherford County, right next door. Could it happen in Nashville? Christina Soontornvat, an award-winning children's book author who also leads the Tennessee chapter of Authors Against Book Bans, joins host Marie Cecile Anderson to explain what's happening, why current state legislation is complicating matters, and how parents and community members are responding. Get more from City Cast Nashville when you become a City Cast Nashville Neighbor. You'll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/nashville Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Nashville newsletter.  Follow us @citycastnashville You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

Bryan Barrett talks with Michelle Clifford with the Boys and Girls Clubs of Rutherford County. She talks about this year's Youth of the Year from the club, hiring in Murfreesb

For more information on the Franklin, TN chapter of the New Canaan Society, go here: https://newcanaansociety.org/franklin/ Have you ever felt like you knew what life with God was all about? Have you ever been surprised by His voice disrupting everything you thought you knew—inviting you deeper? Bryan Josey went from playing football at Vanderbilt to leading in his community, including serving as chairman of the board for FCA in Rutherford County. After decades of leadership, 29 years of marriage, and two grown sons, Bryan's story—and his walk with God—are still developing. It's a powerful reminder that faith and purpose don't stop when life feels successful or comfortable. Bryan is passionate about men's ministry, so come ready to be encouraged, challenged, and connected with other men chasing the same thing—a life that matters.

This week on High School Sports Saturday, host Tate Mathews dives deep into the shifting landscape of Tennessee athletics with three heavy-hitting segments. First, the Blackman Blaze just got a major upgrade as Coach Will Hester officially takes the reins at Blackman High School. Coach Hester shares his blueprint for building a elite staff, evaluating local talent, and restoring that signature championship energy to Rutherford County. Next, we hit the hardwood with the Page Lady Patriots. Coach Randy Coffman joins the show to recap a massive road victory over Coffee County. He breaks down how his deep, unselfish roster is overcoming mid-season injuries by leaning on incredible bench strength and a "pure" style of team basketball. Get an inside look at why this squad is one of the toughest programs in the state as they gear up for a postseason run. Finally, we tackle the "elephant in the room" with Tom Kreager. Following the latest TSSAA Board of Control meeting, the guys break down the explosive spike in student-athlete transfers and the impact of new NIL rules. From the recruiting code in Memphis to coaches being forced to "recruit their own hallways" just to keep a roster together, we ask the tough question: Is the system spinning out of control?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Blaze just got a major upgrade. Coach Will Hester is officially taking over at Blackman High School. He’s building a staff, evaluating talent, and getting ready to bring that championship energy back to Rutherford County.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bryan Barrett talks with Sabastian Jordan and Steve "The Cat Man" Edwards from Rutherford County PAWS.

Bryan Barrett talks with Brent Carter with Rutherford County Emergency Medical Services about the areas growth that's leading to increasing call volumes month over month.

What does it take to build strong leaders in EMS? Host Eric Clauss is joined by Greg Johnson (Program Director, Columbia State Community College), Alex Whitley (Paramedic Instructor and Flight Medic), and Jamie Wesley (Critical Care Paramedic, Rutherford County) to discuss the launch of Tennessee's New Provider Conference and the leadership lessons shaping the next generation. Together, they reflect on lessons learned, the launch of Tennessee's first New Provider Conference, and how intentional investment in young providers is reshaping the profession. This episode is a reminder that leadership isn't about titles—it's about showing up, listening, and leaving the field better than you found it. This conversation dives into: • Why mentorship and gratitude are essential for growth. • The power of “showing up” and following through. • Meeting the new generation where they are—with technology, curiosity, and innovation. • How attitude, humility, and listening set the foundation for leadership. Whether you're just starting your EMS career or guiding others along the way, this episode will challenge you to rethink what leadership looks like—and how you can invest in those who will carry the torch forward.Leadership ApplicationsShow Up with the Right PostureLeadership starts by being present—not just at the microphone, but in the small, unseen moments. Rolling up your sleeves, moving chairs, and following through on commitments builds credibility that opens doors for greater influence.Invest in the Next GenerationYesterday's “hard knocks” lessons can become today's intentional mentorship. Meeting new providers where they are, embracing technology, and listening to their questions ensures the profession evolves with strength and resilience.Prioritize Attitude and GratitudeA positive mindset and appreciation for those who invested in you are transformative. Attitude shapes not only how you lead, but also how you inspire others to embrace challenges with optimism.Listen More Than You SpeakEffective leaders don't need to have all the ideas—they need to recognize, elevate, and support the innovators around them. Listening deeply, asking “why,” and amplifying others' contributions builds trust and collective success.