Rutherford Issues

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

Special Kids Golf Classic & Giving Hope with Holly Sylvester

Sep 25, 2025 at 11:08 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett sits down with Holly Sylvester, Event Specialist for Special Kids, previews the upcoming Special Kids Golf Classic on Friday, October 24th. With only a few team.... Read More

Red Shield Dialogues, Angel Tree & Red Kettle Season with the Salvation Army

Sep 23, 2025 at 11:18 am by Producer

Host Bryan Barrett sits down with Misty Ratcliff, Development & Communications Relations Manager for the Salvation Army, to highlight upcoming initiatives that impact our.... Read More

Murfreesboro City Schools Spotlight: Education Updates & Pickleball Event

Sep 15, 2025 at 11:13 am by Producer

On this episode of Rutherford Issues, host Bryan Barrett welcomes Tori Carr from Murfreesboro City Schools. Tori shares timely school updates including fall break (October 6&n.... Read More

BBB | September is National Preparedness Month

Sep 03, 2025 at 10:57 am by Producer

Host Bryan Barrett is joined by James Price from the Better Business Bureau to discuss how you can be better prepared for the unexpected. In recognition of National Preparedne.... Read More

Beesley’s Barks & Bourbon Fundraiser & Planning for Your Pet’s Future

Aug 27, 2025 at 11:17 am by Producer

On this episode of Rutherford Issues, host Bryan Barrett is joined by Dawn Roberts from the Beesley Animal Clinic and Foundation to talk about two important topics for pet own.... Read More

Child Advocacy Center | 25th Anniversary Recap and Light Up the Night Event

Aug 25, 2025 at 11:19 am by Producer

On this episode of Rutherford Issues, host Bryan Barrett sits down with Karista Colwell and Elizabeth Benton from the Child Advocacy Center in Murfreesboro to reflect on the o.... Read More