local government podcast

Smyrna Town Manager David Santucci: Infrastructure, Public Safety, & Local Growth

Aug 25, 2026 at 10:13 am

Smyrna Town Manager David Santucci dives into how leadership, military discipline, and strategic growth drive the town forward. From his early days in the Marine Corps to ov.... Read More

National Defense & Defense Strategy Plus Rutherford County Property Taxes

Aug 20, 2026 at 11:01 am

Unpack critical insights on Rutherford County property taxes, regional economic shifts, and national defense priorities. U.S. Congressman Scott DesJarlais breaks down top fo.... Read More

Smyrna Parks and Recreation: Community Events, Sports Leagues & Park Expansions

Aug 18, 2026 at 10:16 am

Smyrna Parks and Recreation is rapidly expanding to meet the needs of a thriving, fast-growing community while maintaining its small-town charm. Hosts Wayne Blair and Rick H.... Read More

Pettus Read | 12 Years as Commissioner, 200 Dumpling Recipes, and the Art of Political Compromise

Jul 29, 2026 at 10:43 am

Outgoing Rutherford County District 8 Commissioner Pettus Read sits down with host Chip Walters to reflect on a remarkable career in public service, community storytelling,.... Read More

Jeff Peach: Navigating Growth and Law as Murfreesboro City Attorney

May 13, 2026 at 10:14 am by Producer

Murfreesboro City Attorney Jeff Peach steps into the spotlight to discuss the high-stakes legal evolution of one of America’s fastest-growing municipalities. Transitio.... Read More

PODCAST: Murfreesboro Mayor Focuses on Growth, Gridlock, and Keeping Government In Check

Apr 13, 2026 at 06:04 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN PODCAST: Join host Scott Walker on the WGNS Action Line for an in-depth conversation with Murfreesboro Mayor Shane McFarland. In this episode, Mayor McFarland.... Read More

Mayor Joe Carr Talks Jail Costs, Forensics Center, and $17M County Building Plan

Jan 28, 2026 at 11:31 am by WGNS News

Podcast Focused on Rutherford County, TN: Today on the WGNS Action Line, host Scott Walker talked to Rutherford County Mayor Joe Carr and had an in-depth conver.... Read More

Murfreesboro Police Chief Michael Bowen and Captain Clayton Williams join host Dr. Bill Kraus

Jul 24, 2025 at 10:11 am by Producer