On today's Local Matters…Host Matt Swallows talks to Bill Woodard, Executive Director at Smith County Chamber Of Commerce, about a new broadband initiative underway to bring high-speed internet to rural areas in Smith County.

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On today's Local Matters…Tennessee Tech has gotten fall classes underway as on-campus construction continues. Dr. Bob Bell is joined by the Chief of Staff Lee Wray about the various colleges, graduate and expanding doctoral programs.

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On today's Local Matters…Judy Duke is joined by Dr. John Nelms who has been a part of the Cookeville community for over 25 years. Originally brought here for his family’s musical ministry he shares his experiences and passion for music.

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On today's Local Matters…Co Hosts Dwight Henry and Pastor Ron Allen continue their look at some of the lessons you can learn travelling through the deserts we encounter in life. They define what the phrase waiting on the Lord means in the desert.

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On today's Local Matters…Sam Brooks introduces you to Coach Jamie Gillis, the head coach of the girls basketball program at Cookeville High School. She shares her time playing, coaching at Upperman High School and coming back to Cookeville.

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On today's Local Matters… A new Aging in Place program offers seniors resources to continue living in their homes. Matt Swallows and Putnam County Habitat for Humanity Director Pam Ealey discuss the new program and their involvement.

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On today's Local Matters… Deputy Director of Putnam County Schools, Corby King, talks about his 20 year career with the district and his current role. He joins Bob Bell to discuss the programs he oversees for school safety in Putnam County.

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On today's Local Matters… Judy Duke is joined by Elma Greenwood, an organizer behind a couple of groups that are working to provide aid. They discuss her marriage to golfer Bobby Greenwood, her family and work helping others in the Philippines.

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On today's Local Matters… Hosts Dwight Henry and Pastor Ron Allen continue their look at some of the lessons you can learn travelling through the deserts we encounter in life. They define what it means to have patience and learn to be content.

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On today's Local Matters… Sam Brooks introduces you to Coach Jake Thornton, the new offensive line coach with Tennessee Tech about his career. His path from student athlete and player to coach, and his role working with the Golden Eagles.

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