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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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TVA STEM Grants: $1.5M Funding Opportunity for K-12 Teachers Explained

Aug 13, 2026 at 11:04 am

Unlock up to $5,000 in TVA STEM grants designed to fuel classroom innovation across the Tennessee Valley. Host Bryan Barrett sits down with Adam May from the Tennessee Valle.... Read More

Steered Straight Thrift: Murfreesboro Thrift Store Sales & Youth Addiction Prevention

Aug 11, 2026 at 12:07 pm

Shopping at a local thrift store in Murfreesboro does far more than snag bargain apparel and college furniture—it directly funds life-saving youth intervention program.... Read More

Center for the Arts Preview: Next to Normal Musical & Fall Youth Theater Classes

Aug 10, 2026 at 11:07 am

Experience the raw emotion of the Pulitzer Prize-winning Next to Normal musical right here in Murfreesboro as the Center for the Arts prepares for an incredible fall season..... Read More

Community Family Support & Child Welfare: Inside Thriving Together TN*

Aug 07, 2026 at 11:22 am

Community family support transforms lives when vulnerable households receive peer-led guidance during times of crisis. Executive Director Amy Jordan breaks down how Thriving.... Read More

Tennessee Primary Election Special: Marsha Blackburn & Murfreesboro Overdose Awareness Day

Aug 06, 2026 at 11:37 am

Tennessee primary election insights and critical community health initiatives take center stage as Senator Marsha Blackburn calls in live from the campaign trail. Blackburn.... Read More

Influencer Marketing Trust Report: BBB Insights on Consumer Skepticism and Disclosure Rules

Aug 05, 2026 at 11:00 am

Influencer marketing drives a $24 billion domestic industry, yet consumer trust in social media creators is rapidly collapsing. In this breakdown, host Bryan Barrett speaks wi.... Read More

Turning Savings into Paychecks in Retirement with Lee Colvin of Edward Jones

Aug 04, 2026 at 11:39 am

Mastering your retirement income strategy starts with shifting your mindset from saving to spending. After decades of disciplined saving, transitioning to living off your ne.... Read More

Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation: Summer Highlights & Veterans Park Updates

Aug 03, 2026 at 10:59 am

Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation is wrapping up a massive summer season and gearing up for an exciting fall transition. Host Bryan Barrett sits down with Nate Williams to r.... Read More

Boys and Girls Club Murfreesboro: Teen Programs, Leadership, and Youth Empowerment

Jul 31, 2026 at 11:05 am

Boys and Girls Club Murfreesboro serves as a vital anchor for local youth, creating an environment where high school students build life skills, explore career paths, and fo.... Read More

Child Abuse Prevention Training & Community Support: Child Advocacy Center Rutherford County

Jul 30, 2026 at 11:11 am

Empowering children with personal safety tools is essential to preventing abuse before it starts. Karista Colwell and Annea Smith, Speak Up Be Safe Coordinator at the Child.... Read More

Salvation Army Rutherford County: Youth Music Programs & Summer Camps

Jul 28, 2026 at 11:02 am

Salvation Army Rutherford County youth programs are transforming lives across Middle Tennessee through summer camps, music education, and family-focused community events. Ho.... Read More

Rutherford County School Board Legacy: Frances Rosales on Public Education, Safety, & Funding

Jul 24, 2026 at 11:16 am

Rutherford County School Board Vice Chair Frances Rosales joins Bryan Barrett to discuss her tenure, school safety initiatives, and the critical need for alternative funding.... Read More

Rutherford County Voting Guide: Election Integrity, Local Races, and Early Voting Options

Jul 23, 2026 at 11:23 am

Every vote shapes your immediate community, yet local elections suffer from surprisingly low turnout. Rutherford County Administrator of Elections Alan Farley breaks down th.... Read More

Back to School Shopping Tips & Tax-Free Weekend Savings | BBB Advice

Jul 22, 2026 at 11:18 am

Maximize your back-to-school savings with insider advice from James Price of the Better Business Bureau. As families prepare for the upcoming school year, learning how to st.... Read More

Five Questions That Could Change How You See Retirement

Jul 21, 2026 at 01:12 pm

Retirement planning goes far beyond just accumulating a lump sum of money—it's about designing the life you actually want to live once the working years are over. Host.... Read More

Murfreesboro City Schools: 2026-2027 Back-to-School Guide & Skyward Updates

Jul 20, 2026 at 11:24 am

Gear up for the 2026-2027 school year with essential updates directly from Murfreesboro City Schools. Discover crucial dates for upcoming open houses, step-by-step troublesh.... Read More

Rutherford County PAWS: Pet Adoptions, Volunteer Perks & Summer Cat Season

Jul 17, 2026 at 11:08 am

Unlocking the secrets to successful pet adoptions and shelter volunteerism is easier than you think, especially during the hectic summer peak. Host Bryan Barrett sits down w.... Read More

Early Childhood Literacy Programs & Adult Tutor Training in Rutherford County

Jul 16, 2026 at 11:07 am

Unlocking a child's full potential starts with a strong foundation, but what happens when the parents themselves are left behind? In this episode, host Bryan Barrett sits do.... Read More

Beesley Animal Clinic Summer Pet Health: Preventing Fleas, Ticks, and Heartworms

Jul 15, 2026 at 11:13 am

Protecting your pets with Beesley Animal Clinic is urgent this summer as tick populations spike, bringing a deadly wave of Bobcat Fever that is actively threatening communit.... Read More

Steered Straight Thrift Store Murfreesboro & Youth Vaping Prevention

Jul 14, 2026 at 11:15 am

Shopping at the Steered Straight thrift store in Murfreesboro is about more than finding vintage decor—it is a direct investment in saving young lives. Jennifer Sanche.... Read More