Cookeville-Putnam Co Tornado Committee members discuss long term rebuilding.

The restoration of Putnam County following the March tornado. The work continues. It’s now in a different phase – we’re looking at the long term impacts, and we’re still making sure that those who suffered damage during the tornado are ready to rebuild and have all the tools available that they need. A committee has been set up as part of Cookeville-Putnam County response to the tornado. With us today to talk about it are John Bell, Lisa Jones, Amy Jennings, and Stephanie Shearer

Today In The Upper Cumberland airs each weekend as a way to introduce you to interesting people and subjects of interest to our community. Catch the show each Saturday morning at 6 on Rock 93-7, 106-9 Kicks Country, and at 8 on Lite Rock 95.9.

If you miss it Saturday, you can catch Today In The Upper Cumberland again, Sunday. The show airs Sunday morning at 7am on Rock 93-7 and News Talk 94.1/AM 1600, Sundays at Noon on News Talk 94.1/AM 1600, and Sunday night at 6pm on Lite Rock 95.9 and at 7pm on 106-9 Kicks Country.

Meet Cookeville clay artist Debbie Wickman and learn how nature inspires her art

Join host Emily Newman as she sits down with Cookeville clay artist Debi Wichman. They discuss some of her clay pieces that she has made, as well as where she finds the inspiration for them in nature and animals. Art Prowl Director Liz Kassera interviews The Helio Collective Group to learn more about their art process. Emily also chats with Matt Sandlin of Hippies & Gypsies Co. to find out how he got his start in making jewelry.

Presented by The Fragrant Mushroom in Sparta. New episodes every Sunday at 9 on Lite Rock 95.9.

Molly Brown discusses the upcoming TSSAA Blue Cross Bowl happening in Cookeville

This week, host Ben Rodgers is joined by Molly Brown, Executive Director of the Cookeville-Putnam County Visitors’ Bureau. They address some of the questions and safety precautions surrounding the upcoming TSSAA Blue Cross Bowl football tournament in Cookeville, how to become involved and volunteer for the multi-day event, and they discuss recent updates on local tourism.

New episodes every Friday at 8am on News Talk 94.1.

Learn about ceramics and the Appalachian Center For Craft with Becca Dilldine.

Join host Emily Newman as she sits down with local ceramic artist, and gallery manager at the Tennessee Tech Appalachian Center For Craft, Becca Dilldine. They discuss when and how she got into ceramics, her fine arts education at Tennessee Tech, and the differences between creating pieces for herself rather than for other people. Nancy Donadio of Nancy Donadio Art goes through the steps she takes to create a painting after finding inspiration for one. Get to know mixed media artist Betty Turner, and the story behind one of the cards from her line of greeting cards. Emily also chats with Jeremy Blair to learn about his art education growing up, and how his love of drawing grew into photography.

Presented by The Fragrant Mushroom in Sparta. New episodes every Sunday at 9 on Lite Rock 95.9.

Judge Daryl Colson discusses the details of the Overton County Recovery Court.

Drug recovery courts offer non-violent offenders a place to get back on their feet. In the Upper Cumberland, one such court operates in Overton County. We continue our exploration of how recovery courts work, the requirements that are involved, and the success rate with Overton County Judge Daryl Colson.

Today In The Upper Cumberland airs each weekend as a way to introduce you to interesting people and subjects of interest to our community. Catch the show each Saturday morning at 6 on Rock 93-7, 106-9 Kicks Country, and at 8 on Lite Rock 95.9.

If you miss it Saturday, you can catch Today In The Upper Cumberland again, Sunday. The show airs Sunday morning at 7am on Rock 93-7 and News Talk 94.1/AM 1600, Sundays at Noon on News Talk 94.1/AM 1600, and Sunday night at 6pm on Lite Rock 95.9 and at 7pm on 106-9 Kicks Country.

Learn about the Highlands Residential Services with Dow Harris & Chris Cassetty.

This week, host Ben Rodgers is joined by Highlands Residential Services Executive Director Dow Harris, and Director Of Operations Chris Cassetty. They discuss the services that they provide to the citizens of the Upper Cumberland, the various counties that they serve, as well as the history of the organization and some of their projects that they have worked on.

New episodes every Friday at 8am on News Talk 94.1.

This week, get to know local mixed media artist and poet Robin Smith and her art

Join host Emily Newman as she sits down with local mixed media artist and poet Robin Smith. They discuss when and how she became interested in the arts, how she got started writing poetry, and how it led to her becoming a published poet. Local ceramics artist Marilee Hall discusses her artistic process when she designs a new piece. Cosmic Clay Studio’s Louis Colombarini shares his unique method for firing his Neo-primitive ceramics, and what goes into his ceramics making process. Emily also chats with Jennifer Luna to learn more about her textile design business – Maple Moon Designs.

Presented by The Fragrant Mushroom in Sparta. New episodes every Sunday at 9 on Lite Rock 95.9.

Judge Daryl Colson discusses the details of the Overton County Recovery Court.

The Overton County Recovery Court serves as a collaboration between the DA’s office, probation, treatment providers, and the General Sessions Court Judge. The Court provides successful alternative sentencing to non-violent misdemeanor drug offenders. It also keeps jail space open for those who do break the law. Leading the work of the Overton County Recovery Court – Judge Daryl Colson.

Today In The Upper Cumberland airs each weekend as a way to introduce you to interesting people and subjects of interest to our community. Catch the show each Saturday morning at 6 on Rock 93-7, 106-9 Kicks Country, and at 8 on Lite Rock 95.9.

If you miss it Saturday, you can catch Today In The Upper Cumberland again, Sunday. The show airs Sunday morning at 7am on Rock 93-7 and News Talk 94.1/AM 1600, Sundays at Noon on News Talk 94.1/AM 1600, and Sunday night at 6pm on Lite Rock 95.9 and at 7pm on 106-9 Kicks Country.

Leadership Putnam’s Jenny Spurlock talks their leadership programs and projects.

This week, host Ben Rodgers is joined by Jenny Spurlock with Leadership Putnam They discuss details about their leadership classes, how they help people grow and help their community, their recent Healthcare Day event, as well as some of the previous class projects that have impacted the community.

New episodes every Friday at 8am on News Talk 94.1.

Meet Rebecca Stout & learn about her book “Flutterby: The Fantabulous Butterfly”

Join host Emily Newman as she sits down with fine artist, illustrator, and local author Rebecca Stout. They discuss where her interest in art came from, and “Flutterby: The Fantabulous Butterfly” – the book that she wrote and illustrated. Learn about alternative process photography with Jeremy Blair, and his innovative process for achieving the unique effect on his images. Get to know mixed media artist Betty Turner, and the story behind one of the cards from her line of greeting cards. Emily also chats with Jay Replogle of Replogle Armory to learn where he finds the inspiration for many of his designs.

Presented by The Fragrant Mushroom in Sparta. New episodes every Sunday at 9 on Lite Rock 95.9.