Rutherford issues PODCAST

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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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

Caleb Tidwell Breaks Down Cellphone Rules, Rezoning & Safety Measures

Nov 28, 2025 at 11:12 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett sits down with Rutherford County School Board member Caleb Tidwell for an in-depth conversation about key issues shaping local schools. They discuss the county.... Read More

Better Business Bureau | 12 Scams of the Holidays

Nov 26, 2025 at 10:56 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett welcomes James Price of the Better Business Bureau, who has the "12 Scams of Christmas."

Edward Jones financial advisor Lee Colvin | Open Enrollment: What to Know Before You Enroll

Nov 25, 2025 at 11:00 am by Producer

Bringing Joy to Kids: Secret Santa & Child Advocacy in Action

Nov 24, 2025 at 11:03 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett talks with Karista Colwell and Presley Hosford with the Child Advocacy Center. They discuss the upcoming Secret Santa, helping children they've helped thr.... Read More

Rutherford County PAWS: Volunteer Opportunities, Empty the Shelters, Santa Paws & More

Nov 21, 2025 at 11:04 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett sits down with Rutherford County PAWS volunteer Steve “The Cat Man” Edwards for an inside look at the heart and hustle of volunteering at the local.... Read More

Angela Tipps on Middle Tennessee Choral Society's Christmas Concerts: Rutter Gloria, Chilcott Carols & Messiah Sing-Along

Nov 20, 2025 at 10:58 am by Producer

In this festive episode, Bryan Barrett sits down with Angela Tipps, director of the Middle Tennessee Choral Society, to preview their exciting 2025-2026 season holiday event.... Read More

Helping Pets in Need: The Oliver Pet Assistance Fund and Beesley Animal Foundation's Mission with Dawn Roberts

Nov 19, 2025 at 11:12 am by Producer

On this episode of Rutherford Issues, host Bryan Barrett sits down with Dawn Roberts, Executive Director of the Beesley Animal Foundation and Beesley Animal Clinic in Murfre.... Read More

Ringing in Hope: Salvation Army Murfreesboro Red Kettle Kickoff & Angel Tree 2025 with Sgt. George Keith | WGNS Radio

Nov 18, 2025 at 11:08 am by Producer

On today’s show, Bryan Barrett sits down with Sgt. George Keith of the Salvation Army of Murfreesboro to recap the exciting start of the holiday giving season and look.... Read More

Supporting Students Beyond the Classroom: MCS Parent University & Family Resource Efforts

Nov 17, 2025 at 11:06 am by Producer

On this episode of Rutherford Issues on WGNS, host Bryan Barrett talks with Jennifer Lowe of Murfreesboro City Schools about how the district supports families through its Par.... Read More

John Mitchell on Red Cross Blood Drives & the New CAP Program with Breona Houston

Nov 14, 2025 at 11:00 am by Bryan Barrett

Join host Scott Walker as he welcomes John Mitchell from the Heart of Tennessee Chapter of the American Red Cross who recaps the "Bleed Blue, Beat WKU" blood drive &ndash.... Read More

Ankit Patel with Kumon of Smyrna

Nov 13, 2025 at 11:11 am by Producer

Join host Bryan Barrett in an inspiring conversation with State Rep. Mike Sparks and Ankit Patel, center director of Kumon of Smyrna.In this episode we explore how local leade.... Read More

Thank a Business Month: How Reviews Build Trust with the BBB

Nov 12, 2025 at 10:58 am by Producer

In this episode of the Rutherford Issues podcast, your host Bryan Barrett is joined by James Price of the Better Business Bureau to dive deep into how positive customer review.... Read More

Edward Jones financial advisor Lee Colvin | Making the Most of Medicare Open Enrollment

Nov 11, 2025 at 08:00 am by Bryan Barrett

Watch the interviewhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j1BsTD-ZFrg

Center for the Arts | West Side Story, Remaining 2025 shows and looking to 2026

Nov 10, 2025 at 11:23 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett talks with Heather Steele with the Center for the Arts. She talks about this year's remaining shows and what's happening over the holidays and into 2026. Also, M.... Read More

Boys & Girls Clubs of Rutherford Co. | Adopt a Kid, Mentors Needed, Speakers for Teens

Nov 07, 2025 at 11:06 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett talks with Michelle Clifford with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Rutherford County about Christmas adoptions of about 100 club kids to help make a wonderful holid.... Read More

Brent Carter with RuCo Emergency Medical Services

Nov 05, 2025 at 11:12 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett talks with Brent Carter with RuCo Emergency Medical Services

Steered Straight Too Furniture & Thrift | Holiday Shopping & Pickups

Nov 04, 2025 at 11:24 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett talks with Jennifer Sanchez with Steered Straight and Steered Straight Too Furniture & Thrift on Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd. She shares plans for the upcoming holidays.... 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

Rutherford Forward: The Fight to Close Middle Point Landfill

Oct 30, 2025 at 11:05 am by Producer

Host Bryan Barrett talks with Melissa Farley and Pat Bacon from Rutherford Forward, a nonpartisan community campaign working to protect public health, safeguard clean air and.... Read More