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Today In The Upper Cumberland: Upper Cumberland Air Fair

Greg Gibson and Dean Selby discuss October’s upcoming Upper Cumberland Air Fair. Since many of us were kids, we’ve had a fascination with airplanes. And for many, that fascination continues into adulthood. The Upper Cumberland Air Fair will be a chance for all of us to celebrate not only the airplane, but also the place that the airport has in ... Read More »

The Scene: Mountain Sunrise Art

Meet Cookeville abstract painter and owner of Mountain Sunrise Art, Larry Taylor  Join host Emily Newman as she sits down with Cookeville abstract painter, and owner of Mountain Sunrise Art, Larry Taylor. They discuss how he got his start as an artist, how and why he enjoys experimenting with different mediums for his art, as well as what inspires ... Read More »

The Chat With Kelly Swallows: Best Friends Sanctuary

Learn more about the Best Friends Sanctuary in Jamestown with Sharon Cravens.  On today’s episode of The Chat…Kelly Swallows talks with Sharon Cravens with the Best Friends Sanctuary in Jamestown. They discuss how the animal shelter came to be, how long they’ve been operating, what their needs are and how the community and volunteers can help out, as well ... Read More »

The Chat With Glenn Jones: Baxter Seminary & Upperman High School History

Eric Brown discusses this history of Baxter Seminary and Upperman High School.  On today’s episode of The Chat…Glenn Jones talks with Eric Brown, Chair of the Baxter Seminary / Upperman High School Alumni Association. They discuss the history of the Baxter Seminary before it became Upperman High School, how the arts and sports programs were established there, the history ... Read More »

The Chat With Michael Detwiler: State Senator Paul Bailey

Learn more about State Senator Paul Bailey and the committees that he serves on.  On today’s episode of The Chat…Michael Detwiler talks with State Senator Paul Bailey. They discuss his early life and education growing up in White County, his experience in trucking and how it assists him in his role on the Senate Transportation And Safety Committee, as ... Read More »

The Chat With Dwight Henry: Jefferson Avenue Church Of Christ Minister

Get to know Andy Brewster, Minister of the Jefferson Avenue Church Of Christ.  On today’s episode of The Chat…Dwight Henry meets with Andy Brewster, Minister of the Jefferson Avenue Church Of Christ in Cookeville. They discuss how his various church bible camps went over the summer, his time in youth ministry and how the needs of youth ministry have ... Read More »

The Chat With Caroline Moore: Meet Tracy Epps

Get to know local nurse practitioner, organizer, & fitness enthusiast Tracy Epps  On today’s episode of The Chat…Caroline Moore sits down with local nurse practitioner, community organizer, and fitness enthusiast, Tracy Epps. They discuss her early life growing up and what brought her to the Upper Cumberland area, how she became involved with the community and eventually found herself ... Read More »

Today In The Upper Cumberland: Career Education Pt 2

Corby King & Kurt Dronebarger discuss career education as schools open back up. Preparing high school students to graduate looks different today. There’s more emphasis than ever in getting students on a career path. At least exploring areas that they think might make them happy for the rest of their lives. Understanding that college is not a good option for ... Read More »

The Scene: Jeanne Brady & Textile Art

This week, explore the artistic career of Smithville textile artist Jeanne Brady.  Join host Emily Newman as she sits down with Smithville textile artist Jeanne Brady. They discuss how she got into the arts growing up, the concept behind one of her latest pieces – “It Weighs Heavily Still,” as well as where she finds the inspiration for her ... Read More »

The Chat With Glenn Jones: Clay County Museum Of History

Learn about the Clay County Museum of History with President Mary Loyd Reneau.  On today’s episode of The Chat…Glenn Jones meets with Mary Loyd Reneau, President of the Clay County Museum. They discuss the history of Clay County and how it was formed, the timeline that the Museum is working on building to document the histories of Old and ... Read More »