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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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Kymari House*

Jan 31, 2025 at 11:17 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett talks to Emily McKee, Executive Director of Kymari House. They provide supervised visitation on a sliding scale as well as other services. They're having a fundr.... Read More

Big Brothers, Big Sisters of Middle Tennessee

Jan 30, 2025 at 11:01 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett talks with Paige Hardy Brown, Community Engagement Coordinator with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Middle Tennessee. January is National Mentorship Month and she di.... Read More

The Journey Home: Building Update & Journey25 Event

Jan 29, 2025 at 11:08 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett talks with friends from The Journey Home. Executive Director Scott Foster and Board Chair Dr. Leslee Dodd Karl update us on the new building going up now on Old.... Read More

Salvation Army: Look Back at 2024 & Ahead to 2025 with Return of Beyond the Bells

Jan 28, 2025 at 11:35 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett talks with Regan Love, Community Relations & Development Director with the Salvation Army. She recaps 2024, including a successful Angel Tree and Red Kettle.... Read More

Child Advocacy Center: 2024 Recap & a BIG 2025 Ahead

Jan 27, 2025 at 11:05 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett talks with Karista Colwell and Presley Hosford with the Child Advocacy Center. They recap some of their biggest and favorite events of 2024 and look ahead to 202.... Read More

Rutherford Co. School Board Member Butch Vaughn: Explosive Growth, Mental Health & More

Jan 24, 2025 at 11:00 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett talks with Rutherford County School Board member Butch Vaughn about the explosive growth in the system, student mental health and more.

State Rep Mike Sparks: Special & Regular Session Next Week

Jan 23, 2025 at 11:19 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett talks with State Rep. Mike Sparks (R-Smyrna) about the upcoming Special Session and Regular Session of the General Assembly beginning next week.

BBB: Winter Weather & Government Compliance Scams

Jan 22, 2025 at 11:01 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett talks with the BBB's James Price about winter weather & government compliance scams.

Edward Jones financial advisor Lee Colvin: Financial Considerations When Changing Jobs

Jan 21, 2025 at 11:31 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett talks with Edward Jones financial advisor Lee Colvin, who shares financial considerations when changing jobs.

Rutherford County PAWS: Adoptions, Lost Pet Policy Change and More

Jan 17, 2025 at 10:58 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett talks with Sabastian Jordan and Steve "The Cat Man" Edwards with Rutherford County PAWS. They discuss the recent adoption of two of their long term residents, po.... Read More

Arts Center of Cannon Co.: "Alice By Heart"

Jan 17, 2025 at 10:56 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett talks with Holt Kirkindoll (choreographer), Alana Shirk (Alice) and Caroline Humphries (Cheshire Cat) with the upcoming production of "Alice By Heart," at the Ar.... Read More

United Way: 6th Annual Storybook Breakfast, presented by MMC Pediatrics

Jan 16, 2025 at 10:58 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett is joined by Lucie Burchfield with the United Way of South Central Tennessee and Dr. Austin Vogel with MMC Pediatrics to talk about the 6th annual Storybook Brea.... Read More

Beesley Animal Foundation & Clinic: 2024 Recap & Cold Weather Pet Tips

Jan 15, 2025 at 11:15 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett talks with Dawn Roberts with the Beesley Animal Foundation and Clinic. She recaps 2024 for the clinic, where they provided over 3,000 surgeries and distributed o.... Read More

Steered Straight: Growing into McMinnville, Thrift Store Thriving

Jan 14, 2025 at 11:21 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett talks with Jennifer Sanchez with Steered Straight and Steered Straight Too Furniture & Thrift. She talks about the opening of a new thrift store and ministry.... Read More

Center for the Arts: : "All Shook Up" Underway, Upcoming Events & More

Jan 13, 2025 at 11:04 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett talks with Center for the Arts Program Director Heather Steele. She is also directing "All Shook Up." Karisha Glover is also on the show. He's playing Natalie Ha.... Read More

American Red Cross: Disaster Response & New Volunteer Engagement Specialist

Jan 10, 2025 at 10:56 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett talks with friends from the Heart of Tennessee American Red Cross. Executive Director John Mitchell talks about the response to the fires in Southern California.... Read More

School Bus Legislation with State Rep. Mike Sparks & David Settles

Jan 09, 2025 at 11:06 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett is joined by State Rep. Mike Sparks and Murfreesboro School Board member David Settles about state legislation being introduced this year concerning school bus d.... Read More

BBB: Top Resolutions for a Fraud-Free New Year

Jan 08, 2025 at 11:09 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett talks with James Price of the Better Business Bureau about top resolutions for a fraud-free new year! Plus, information for businesses on the importance of accre.... Read More

Edward Jones financial advisor Lee Colvin: New Year's Financial Resolutions

Jan 07, 2025 at 11:39 am by Producer

Murfreesboro Parks & Recreation

Jan 06, 2025 at 10:54 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett talks with Nate Williams with Murfreesboro Parks & Recreation. He talks about the fun activities coming up in 2025. And if you're wondering why there was no.... Read More