Podcasts about Rutherford County

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RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS News / Podcast) - Lawns and gardens are the focus of today’s WGNS Action Line with host Scott Walker, who was joined by Master Gardener

(Click PLAY Above for Podcast) - Host Scott Walker sits down with Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office Detectives Jeremy Murdock and Austin Wortman to discuss the severe

This episode of High School Sports Saturday centers on the kickoff of the Tennessee high school football preseason, highlighting recent scrimmage performances and key storylines heading into the new season. Coach Will Hester of the Blackman Blazes discussed his team’s defensive battle against Montgomery Bell Academy, while Coach Josh Atkins of the Franklin Admirals recapped their strong offensive line play and running depth against Riverdale. Additional scrimmages included a 0–0 tie between Lipscomb Academy and Oakland. Tom Kreger of The Tennessean offered insights on regional results, player rankings, and high school transfer policies. The show also covered two upcoming nationally televised matchups on ESPN2—Brentwood Academy vs. Baylor and Battle Ground Academy vs. St. Michael Catholic—along with the “Dandy Dozen” countdown of top regional prospects, which culminated with Keshawn Bowman ranked number one. Kreger further addressed ongoing Rutherford County compliance checks related to student-athlete transfer documentation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tate talks to Tom Kreger about recent high school football scrimmages, focusing on the matchup between Lipscomb Academy and the Oakland Patriots. The conversation highlights standout player transfers, upcoming games broadcasted on ESPN, and ongoing evaluations of player eligibility and transfer paperwork by Rutherford County officials.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode of High School Sports Saturday centers on the kickoff of the Tennessee high school football preseason, highlighting recent scrimmage performances and key storylines heading into the new season. Coach Will Hester of the Blackman Blazes discussed his team’s defensive battle against Montgomery Bell Academy, while Coach Josh Atkins of the Franklin Admirals recapped their strong offensive line play and running depth against Riverdale. Additional scrimmages included a 0–0 tie between Lipscomb Academy and Oakland. Tom Kreger of The Tennessean offered insights on regional results, player rankings, and high school transfer policies. The show also covered two upcoming nationally televised matchups on ESPN2—Brentwood Academy vs. Baylor and Battle Ground Academy vs. St. Michael Catholic—along with the “Dandy Dozen” countdown of top regional prospects, which culminated with Keshawn Bowman ranked number one. Kreger further addressed ongoing Rutherford County compliance checks related to student-athlete transfer documentation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tate talks to Tom Kreger about recent high school football scrimmages, focusing on the matchup between Lipscomb Academy and the Oakland Patriots. The conversation highlights standout player transfers, upcoming games broadcasted on ESPN, and ongoing evaluations of player eligibility and transfer paperwork by Rutherford County officials.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Exploring Appalachia and Craft with E. Davis EnloeToday on Salt Lake Dirt, Kyler chats with E. Davis Enloe about his novel, Into the Night Woods. Set in 1961 western North Carolina, the story follows 12-year-olds Boyd and Roger as they venture into the forest toward a hidden cave. Drawing from his own childhood in Rutherford County, Enloe captures a rural past while grounding the plot in real danger: Boyd must navigate his friend's home life to protect Roger from an abusive father. The conversation also highlights Enloe's background in poetry and short fiction. Studying under mentors like Lee K. Abbott taught him to focus on tight prose, strong verbs, and steady revision. Rather than using rigid outlines, Enloe relies on discovery writing and honest feedback to build tension. Readers can grab a copy of Into the Night Woods through major retailers or visit edavisenloe.com. Episode Links:EDavisEnloe.comPurchase Into the Night Woods

Empowering children with personal safety tools is essential to preventing abuse before it starts. Karista Colwell and Annea Smith, Speak Up Be Safe Coordinator at the Child

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS News) - On this episode of the WGNS Action Line with host Scott Walker he begins the conversation with Congressman John Rose, who discusses th

Salvation Army Rutherford County youth programs are transforming lives across Middle Tennessee through summer camps, music education, and family-focused community events. Ho

Rutherford County School Board Vice Chair Frances Rosales joins Bryan Barrett to discuss her tenure, school safety initiatives, and the critical need for alternative funding

Nashville may attempt to stop a data center project by using eminent domain, Rutherford County is considering it for obtaining the land for a public safety campus, but how does the process work in Tennessee? Plus the local news for July 23, 2026 and Nashville's booming boot business. 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

Every vote shapes your immediate community, yet local elections suffer from surprisingly low turnout. Rutherford County Administrator of Elections Alan Farley breaks down th

Unlocking the secrets to successful pet adoptions and shelter volunteerism is easier than you think, especially during the hectic summer peak. Host Bryan Barrett sits down w

Unlocking a child's full potential starts with a strong foundation, but what happens when the parents themselves are left behind? In this episode, host Bryan Barrett sits do

In this episode of the WGNS Action Line, host Scott Walker welcomes Justin Stefanski from the Rutherford County Agriculture Extension Service to discuss all things summer gard

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS News) — Rutherford County Schools will soon begin accepting student enrollment information for the 2026-2027 academic year. Parents will b

Tate talks to Greg Wyant, the newly appointed Athletic Director for Rutherford County Schools. Wyant reflects on his transition to this county-wide administrative role after a 34-year career coaching and directing athletics at local high schools like Riverdale and Siegel. A major focal point of their conversation is the critical importance of middle school athletic programs. Wyant emphasizes that developing foundational skills at the middle school level—and retaining those athletes—is essential for building highly competitive high school feeder programs across the county's rapidly growing athletic landscape. The discussion also covers the strategic expansion of the county's athletic administration, specifically highlighting the hiring of Jenna Jones as the new athletics compliance director. Wyant explains that he and Jones will divide administrative and compliance responsibilities to better support all of the county's schools, ensuring they adhere strictly to TSSAA regulations while advocating for smaller schools. As the interview wraps up, Wyant confirms he will also maintain his seat on the TSSAA Legislative Council, which provides a strategic advantage for Rutherford County by keeping them on the front lines of state-wide athletic policies and best practices. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the 4th of July episode of High School Sports Saturday With Tate Mathews! This show kicks off with an energetic Fourth of July greeting, celebrating America's 250th birthday. Tate quickly sets the agenda for the morning's broadcast, announcing upcoming interviews with newly appointed Rutherford County Athletics Director Coach Greg Wyant, Nolensville volleyball coach Brett Young, and regular guest Tom Kreager from The Tennessean. Tate lists numerous local athletes and coaches who recently earned mid-state and all-state honors in boys' and girls' lacrosse, baseball, and softball. Wrapping up the block, he issues a vital reminder for student-athletes to hydrate as the state's mandatory two-week athletic "dead period" comes to a close. Next, Tate speaks with Greg Wyant, the newly appointed Athletic Director for Rutherford County Schools. Wyant reflects on his transition to this county-wide administrative role after a 34-year career coaching and directing athletics at local high schools like Riverdale and Siegel. A major focal point of their conversation is the critical importance of middle school athletic programs. Wyant emphasizes that developing foundational skills at the middle school level—and retaining those athletes—is essential for building highly competitive high school feeder programs across the county's rapidly growing athletic landscape. The discussion also covers the strategic expansion of the county's athletic administration, specifically highlighting the hiring of Jenna Jones as the new athletics compliance director. Wyant explains that he and Jones will divide administrative and compliance responsibilities to better support all of the county's schools, ensuring they adhere strictly to TSSAA regulations while advocating for smaller schools. As the interview wraps up, Wyant confirms he will also maintain his seat on the TSSAA Legislative Council, which provides a strategic advantage for Rutherford County by keeping them on the front lines of state-wide athletic policies and best practices. Tate is also joined by Brett Young, the head volleyball coach for the Nolensville Lady Knights, on this segment the two discussed how local teams navigate the summer dead period. Coach Young emphasized the importance of resting his heavily scheduled club players, noting that after the break, the team will resume practice in mid-July. He detailed that preseason camps are slated for early August, with the Lady Knights’ first official match scheduled for August 17th. The conversation then shifted to the high level of competition in Williamson County and Nolensville's promising roster. Coach Young shared his excitement about returning eight of his top nine rotation players from last year, praising the skills of senior ETSU commit Taylor Collins and the team's two returning setters, Avery Ethridge and Sadie Demming. They also touched on the formidable local volleyball landscape, recognizing the historic strength of Brentwood and Ravenwood while agreeing that Franklin looks to be the district favorite this year. Tate is finally joined by Tom Kreager of The Tennessean for a festive 4th of July edition of High School Sports Saturday. After kicking things off with some holiday grilling banter about Kreager's brisket and messy mac-and-cheese, the energetic duo quickly pivoted to the highly anticipated return of high school football. They highlighted the upcoming 7-on-7 tournament week starting on Monday, specifically pointing out major local events and competitions scheduled at Lebanon and Riverdale high schools. The conversation then shifted to a recently published article ranking Tennessee's top ten high school athletes of all time. The two sports minds eagerly debated the ever-changing list and broke down a few notable inclusions: #1 Wilma Rudolph: They offered immense respect for the Clarksville track legend, acknowledging her incredible Olympic achievements and unparalleled legacy despite her untimely passing. #10 Steve Spurrier: They shared a fun historical nugget about the Science Hill standout, noting he chose to play for Florida instead of Tennessee because UT's single-wing offense didn't suit his forward-passing style. Mookie Betts: The segment wrapped with unanimous agreement that the Nashville-area native is not only on a first-ballot MLB Hall of Fame trajectory, but is also undeniably the best bowler in baseball.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PODCAST: Join host J. Paul Newman, a retired Rutherford County Assistant District Attorney, for the monthly District Attorney’s Show, an in-depth program that takes list

Angela Wynn on running for state senate in Rutherford County.

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS News) - Middle Tennessee State University continues to experience a wave of trans-formative growth, completely redefining what campus life loo

Rutherford County EMS emergency response teams save lives daily, but only if you make the call. A brief five-minute chest pain episode can quickly escalate into a permanent

Dental abscesses and infections can quickly evolve into life-threatening medical emergencies, yet thousands of individuals are forced to put oral health on the back burner d

Rutherford County Schools are stepping into the spotlight with groundbreaking initiatives designed to celebrate student-athletes and fund classroom innovation. This episode

PODCAST: During this episode of the WGNS Action Line, host Scott Walker talks with Captain James Davis and Sergeant David Ashburn from the Rutherford County Sheriff's Office

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

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

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

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    

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 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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.