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Bryan Barrett has been on WGNS Radio since 1993. He's proud to call Rutherford County home. His show is dedicated to talking with locals about what's happening in our community. You can join him each weekday from 10:15-11:00AM on NewsRadio WGNS.

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Rutherford Co. PAWS | Empty the Shelters, Summerween, Volunteers & More

Jul 18, 2025 at 11:13 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett sits down with Sebastian Jordan, Braelyn Nores, and Steve "The Cat Man" Edwards from Rutherford County PAWS to discuss the final days of the Bissell Pet Foundati.... Read More

Why Early Childhood Development Matters – with United Way of South Central Tennessee

Jul 17, 2025 at 11:09 am by Producer

In this episode, Bryan Barrett sits down with Ella Weaver, Vice President of Collective Impact, and Rachel Hagler, Early Childhood Development Coordinator at United Way of Sou.... Read More

Salvation Army | Camp Season Continues, Christmas in July & More

Jul 15, 2025 at 11:02 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett talks with Regan Love, Community Relations & Development Director with the local Salvation Army. She discusses previous and current camps, "Christmas in July.... Read More

Center for the Arts | What's on Stage, Bonus Show, Summer Camps and More

Jul 14, 2025 at 11:22 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett sits down with Heather Steele, Program Director, and Keri Boe, Director of Theatre & Operations at the Center for the Arts. They discuss the exciting product.... Read More

Red Cross | Volunteers, Texas Flooding, Blood Drives and More

Jul 11, 2025 at 11:07 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett talks with John Mitchell, Executive Director of the Heart of Tennessee chapter of the American Red Cross. He talks about great area volunteers, volunteer opportu.... Read More

Ginny Williams and State Rep. Mike Sparks | Jefferson Pike, Wings of Freedom & More

Jul 10, 2025 at 11:27 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett talks with Ginny Williams and State Rep. Mike Sparks, who talk about the opening of the Jefferson Pike expansion, Wings of Freedom Fish Fry in September and more.... Read More

Better Business Bureau | Online Buying Tips & How to Help Texas Flood Victims

Jul 09, 2025 at 11:20 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett talks with James Price of the Better Business Bureau, who shares tips on buying online and how to help flood victims in Texas.

Edward Jones financial advisor Lee Colvin | The Importance of Setting Strong Financial Goals

Jul 08, 2025 at 09:00 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett talks with Edward Jones financial advisor Lee Colvin about the importance of setting strong financial goals.

Steered Straight Furniture & Thrift | Celebrate the 4th, Car Show & More

Jul 01, 2025 at 11:06 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett talks with Jennifer Sanchez of Steered Straight Too Furniture & Thrift. She talks about the 4th of July savings and the upcoming Showin' Off for Shelby Car S.... Read More

RuCo School Board | Butch Vaughn and Stan Vaught on their First Year Serving

Jun 27, 2025 at 11:13 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett talks with Rutherford County School Board members Stan Vaught and Butch Vaughn about their first year on the board.

Charles Jones & State Rep. Mike Sparks | Remembering Sally Walls & Old Jefferson

Jun 26, 2025 at 11:11 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett talks with State Rep. Mike Sparks and Charles Jones who both remember Sally Walls and Old Jefferson.

Better Business Bureau | DIY Home Maintenance vs. Hiring a Professional

Jun 25, 2025 at 10:59 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett talks with James Price of the Better Business Bureau who shares several factors to consider when looking at tackling a home maintenance project yourself or hirin.... Read More

Edward Jones financial advisor Lee Colvin | Is Your Retirement at Risk?

Jun 24, 2025 at 11:04 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett sits down with Edward Jones financial advisor Lee Colvin, who asks key questions to help determine: Is your retirement at risk?

Child Advocacy Center | 25th Anniversary, New Facility Needs & Internet Safety Month

Jun 23, 2025 at 11:05 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett sits down with Jessica Wauchek and Presley Hosford from the Child Advocacy Center to discuss their upcoming 25th Anniversary Celebration, set for August. They al.... Read More

Rutherford Co. PAWS | Kitten Season Underway, Meet Pet of the Month Margo & More

Jun 20, 2025 at 11:06 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett sits down with Sabastian Jordan and Steve "The Cat Man" Edwards from Rutherford County PAWS to talk about the arrival of kitten season, brought on by the warmer.... Read More

Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee*

Jun 19, 2025 at 11:13 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett talks to David Stockton with the Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee, a leader in the fight against hunger, working to ensure everyone in our community.... Read More

Beesley Animal Foundation | Clinic Happenings & Heartworm Prevention

Jun 18, 2025 at 11:20 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett talks with Dawn Roberts, Executive Director of the Beesley Animal Clinic & Foundation. She recaps some of the events they have had going on and the upcoming.... Read More

Salvation Army | Donut Day Recap, Camps, VBS & More

Jun 17, 2025 at 11:02 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett talks with Sgt. Ruby Keith with the Salvation Army Murfreesboro Corp. She recaps National Donut Day and how they spent it here in Murfreesboro. Many camps a.... Read More

Murfreesboro City Schools | Summer Resources

Jun 16, 2025 at 11:13 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett talks with Lisa Trail and Torri Carr with Murfreesboro City Schools. They discuss the many summer resources available from the Chow Bus to the new mobile resourc.... Read More

American Red Cross | Partnerships

Jun 13, 2025 at 11:09 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett sits down with John Mitchell, Executive Director of the Heart of Tennessee Chapter of the American Red Cross. Mitchell discusses their ongoing community partners.... Read More