On this episode of the Today In The Upper Cumberland, Kosta Yepifantsev and Victor Kline join to give perspective on the workforce in the Upper Cumberland. They detail the changes and advancements made so far in the Upper Cumberland in recent years, as well as the outlook for the workforce in the future.

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Music and innovation are striking a new chord in Cookeville! Jonathan Frank and Shan Stout sit down with Dr. Colin Hill, Director of the School of Music at Tennessee Technological University, for this week’s episode of College Town Talk. A longtime educator and sought-after percussionist who performs with the Bryan Symphony Orchestra, Dr. Hill shares his journey from playing piano to building a career in performance and higher education — and how that path ultimately led him to Tennessee Tech. He also discusses the school’s expanding programs, including the new live audio engineering technology degree developed in partnership with Tech’s engineering department. Tune in to hear how passion, performance, and progress are shaping the future of music in the Upper Cumberland!

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Mark Creter sits down with Troy D. Smith—local author, Tennessee Tech history professor, and former student of Mark's—for a conversation that traces Troy’s unexpected path to becoming a published writer. From waxing floors at a K-Mart in Tullahoma and reading westerns on slow shifts, to discovering that words captured his imagination better than art, Troy shares how his voice took shape. He talks about why westerns stuck, how his writing process has evolved into a character-driven approach, and what inspires his work today. Plus, where to find his books—and why he’s explored everything from novels to comic books.

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As postseason basketball play continues in the Upper Cumberland, hear from coaches and players still in the hunt, as well as those who have exited. Hear from Monterey Boys Head Coach Will Putnam and Stone Memorial Girls Head Coach Mike Buck as they reflect on their seasons ending in regional tournament play, and what they can learn from the experiences to take into next year. Additionally, hear from the Cookeville Lady Cavalier seniors as they discuss their time representing the program before their sub-sectional matchup Saturday night.

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What’s really living at the bottom of your pond? Brad Halfacre sits down with Wayne Key to dive into the aquatic issues affecting landowners across Tennessee’s Upper Cumberland region. From battling stubborn pond weeds to sampling fish and testing water quality, Wayne explains what it takes to keep ponds healthy — and what can go wrong beneath the surface. If you own land, manage livestock, or care about the water on your property, this episode is packed with practical insight you won’t want to miss!

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Catch up on all the latest Upper Cumberland headlines for the week ending (03/06/26). For more news and information visit theucnow.com!

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Fire Chief Rocky Dial joins Ben Rodgers to take us inside the front lines of emergency service in Livingston. From staffing challenges and vital EMT training to the high cost of fire apparatus and the importance of mutual aid across the Upper Cumberland, Dial shares what it really takes to keep a community safe. Don’t miss this powerful conversation about teamwork, resilience, and the future of local fire protection.

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Drs. Lee and Mabry sit down with VP Patrick AbdelMessih and Joy McCameron from Birth Tissue Donation Services to talk about an incredible way new moms can make a life-changing impact. They share why birth tissue donation is especially important in rural areas like the Upper Cumberland and how it helps support healing through advanced medical grafts. Joy, a mother and donor herself, explains how quick and respectful the process is—never taking away from the special experience of giving birth. Plus, they break down how the service works in local hospitals and where you can learn more about getting involved.

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Hear from basketball coaches and players from around the Upper Cumberland on this week's edition of the High School Playbook. As the postseason continues and the number of teams dwindle, hear from Cumberland County Girls Head Coach Radhika Dishman, DeKalb County Boys Head Coach Joey Agee, and York Boys Head Coach Rodney Pile as they reflect on their seasons up to this point. Additionally, hear from players as they discuss handling the pressure of the postseason.

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The two-time Tony nominee Laura Osnes joisn the Peachtree Podcast to discuss Stagecraft, an online resource to help young and aspiring performers perfect their craft. She details the growth they have seen and the benefits from being able to help an entire generation reach their goals.

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