Rutherford Issues

Special Olympics Area 16 & American Idol’s Jordan McCullogh in Murfreesboro

May 04, 2026 at 11:27 am by Producer

Murfreesboro is buzzing with elite talent and community spirit as the city hosts the Special Olympics for Area 16 while cheering on hometown hero Jordan McCullough in the Am.... Read More

Dealing with Phone Scams, Robotexts, and Online Fraud Prevention with the BBB

Apr 29, 2026 at 11:31 am by Producer

Your phone rings with a local area code, but the voice on the other end is anything but a neighbor. Scammers are evolving with sophisticated tactics like "ghosting" legitima.... Read More

Child Advocacy Center: 2026 Walk for Children Recap & HOPS Half Marathon Announcement

Apr 27, 2026 at 12:00 pm by Producer

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.... Read More

From 1,800 to 8,000 Square Feet: The Massive Move Changing Child Advocacy in Middle Tennessee

Apr 23, 2026 at 11:18 am by Producer

Child Advocacy Center expansion is transforming how Middle Tennessee protects its most vulnerable citizens. This episode dives into the major acquisition of Dr. Garner’s.... Read More

TN State Rep. Mike Sparks: School Bus Safety Bills & Nashville Traffic Updates

Apr 16, 2026 at 11:13 am by Producer

Tennessee's legislative halls are buzzing with debates over school bus safety and local infrastructure that could reshape the daily commute for thousands. State Representati.... Read More

Steered Straight: Youth Advocacy, Local Thrifting, and Community Mission

Apr 07, 2026 at 11:00 am by Producer

Every purchase at Steered Straight 2 Furniture and Thrift fuels a nationwide crusade to protect the youth from the dangers of vaping, drugs, and bullying. Jennifer Sanchez e.... Read More

Salvation Army Murfreesboro: Easter Events & Breaking the Poverty Myth

Mar 24, 2026 at 11:01 am by Producer

Salvation Army Murfreesboro is gearing up for a high-impact spring season filled with community outreach, spiritual reflection, and practical advocacy. Sergeant Ruby Keith j.... Read More

Rutherford County PAWS: How to Volunteer and Foster Pets in Murfreesboro

Mar 20, 2026 at 11:29 am by Producer

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.... Read More

BBB Consumer Guide: How to Spot Scams and Use the Get a Quote Tool

Mar 18, 2026 at 11:11 am by Producer

Protecting your wallet and your identity starts with knowing the Eight Standards of Trust that define a reputable business. James Price from the Better Business Bureau (BBB).... Read More

Celebrating Hometown Heroes: Heart of Tennessee Red Cross & Community Philanthropy

Mar 13, 2026 at 10:57 am by Producer

Murfreesboro is a special place where community leaders and local legends unite to ensure no neighbor is left behind during a disaster. In this deep dive, John Mitchell, Exe.... Read More

BBB Sounds Alarm on Tax Scams in Rutherford County

Mar 11, 2026 at 09:53 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - As tax season heats up, the Better Business Bureau is warning Rutherford County residents to be on high alert for tax scams. James Price with the B.... Read More

Rutherford County PAWS: Volunteer Programs, Free Pet Vaccines, and Animal Welfare Tips

Feb 20, 2026 at 11:10 am by Producer

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

Celebrating Kymari House & Smoking Barrel 2026

Feb 12, 2026 at 11:04 am by Producer

In this episode of Rutherford Issues, host Bryan Barrett sits down with Emily McKee of Kymari House to discuss the vital role this nonprofit plays in Middle Tennessee. As th.... Read More

"We Will Rock You" at the Center for the Arts

Feb 09, 2026 at 11:06 am by Producer

In this episode of Rutherford Issues, host Bryan Barrett sits down with Heather Steele, Evan Arthur Moschella, and Brittany Blaire Anderson from the Center for the Arts. Th.... Read More

Celebrating Community and Looking Ahead: Life at AdamsPlace with Terri Deal

Dec 19, 2025 at 08:55 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett sits down with Terri Deal from AdamsPlace to explore what makes the AdamsPlace campus a special place to call home. Terri shares insights into the community&rs.... Read More

Inside the Housing Crisis and How The Journey Home Is Helping Families Stabilize

Dec 18, 2025 at 11:16 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett hosts Rutherford Issues with guests Billy Truesdell, Director of Operations, and Lisbeth Couser, Director of Development and Marketing at The Journey Home. The.... Read More

United Way’s Baby Basics Drive

Dec 04, 2025 at 11:03 am by Producer

On this episode of Rutherford Issues, host Bryan Barrett talks with Haley Adams from United Way of South Central Tennessee and Deanna Saunders from Ascension Saint Thomas Ru.... Read More

Spelling for a Cause: Read To Succeed’s 19th Annual Celebrity Spelling Bee

Oct 31, 2025 at 11:14 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett talks with Jolene Radnotti from Read To Succeed about their mission to promote literacy throughout Rutherford County. Jolene shares details about their impa.... Read More

Representative Mike Sparks on Nursing Home Oversight, Mechanics on a Mission, and Community Care

Oct 16, 2025 at 11:10 am by Producer

Host Bryan Barrett talks with State Representative Mike Sparks about a range of issues impacting Rutherford County and beyond — from local goodwill and generosity to cha.... Read More

Edward Jones financial advisor Lee Colvin | Why Rebalancing Your Portfolio Matters - and How to Do It

Sep 30, 2025 at 11:02 am by Producer

Host Bryan Barrett sits down with Edward Jones financial advisor Lee Colvin to talk about why rebalancing your portfolio matters — and how to do it effectively. They dis.... Read More