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This week, get to know Cookeville High School art teacher and painter Robin Ford

Join host Emily Newman as she sits down with Cookeville High School art teacher and painter Robin Ford. They discuss her observational-realistic style of painting, how she decides what mediums to use for each piece, and how the Upper Cumberland influences her work. Nancy Donadio of Nancy Donadio Art goes through the steps she takes to create a painting after finding inspiration for one. Art Prowl Director Liz Kassera interviews The Helio Collective Group to learn more about their art process. Emily also chats with local artist and painter Melinda Poston to find out how her childhood influenced her artistic abilities.

Presented by The Fragrant Mushroom in Sparta. New episodes every Sunday at 9 on Lite Rock 95.9.

Anthony Scionti offers resources on job searching from the American Job Center.

Unemployment numbers this week across the Upper Cumberland improved, down virtually across the board, but still double, if not triple, what they were a year ago. This weekend marks the end of the $600 COVID payments from the federal government. They likely will not return to that level, if at all. So today some advice on getting back to work. What can you do to find a job? What resources are available through the American Job Center in Cookeville, serving the entire Upper Cumberland. Anthony Scionti is our guest.

Today In The Upper Cumberland airs each weekend as a way to introduce you to interesting people and subjects of interest to our community. Catch the show each Saturday morning at 6 on Rock 93-7, 106-9 Kicks Country, and at 8 on Lite Rock 95.9.

If you miss it Saturday, you can catch Today In The Upper Cumberland again, Sunday. The show airs Sunday morning at 7am on Rock 93-7 and News Talk 94.1/AM 1600, Sundays at Noon on News Talk 94.1/AM 1600, and Sunday night at 6pm on Lite Rock 95.9 and at 7pm on 106-9 Kicks Country.

Baxter Mayor John Martin & Chief Of Police Danny Holmes discuss city operations.

This week, host Ben Rodgers is joined by Baxter Mayor John Martin, and Chief Of Police Danny Holmes. They discuss city operating budgets for the 2020-2021 fiscal year, current events and operations for the city of Baxter, and the challenges surrounding those operations given recent events in the Upper Cumberland. That’s #TRENDING

New episodes every Friday at 8am on News Talk 94.1.

Get to know Cookeville ceramic artist Sandy Miller, and how she got her start.

Join host Emily Newman as she sits down with Cookeville ceramic artist Sandy Miller. They discuss how she got her start working with ceramics, and the different hats that she wears when it comes to promoting her art. Nancy Donadio of Nancy Donadio Art goes through the steps she takes to create a painting after finding inspiration for one. Art Prowl Director Liz Kassera interviews The Helio Collective Group to learn more about their art process. Emily also chats with local artist and painter Melinda Poston to find out how her childhood influenced her artistic abilities.

Presented by The Fragrant Mushroom in Sparta. New episodes every Sunday at 9 on Lite Rock 95.9.

Upper Cumberland counselor April Norrod discusses helping kids through COVID-19.

All of us have been impacted by COVID-19, but for the youngest members of our population, the unknowns, the changes to routine, the fear, can all be impactful. As we approach the return to school, children get their chance to put some parts of their lives back in order. April Norrod is an Upper Cumberland counselor, and has advice for all of us today on helping kids through the pandemic.

Today In The Upper Cumberland airs each weekend as a way to introduce you to interesting people and subjects of interest to our community. Catch the show each Saturday morning at 6 on Rock 93-7, 106-9 Kicks Country, and at 8 on Lite Rock 95.9.

If you miss it Saturday, you can catch Today In The Upper Cumberland again, Sunday. The show airs Sunday morning at 7am on Rock 93-7 and News Talk 94.1/AM 1600, Sundays at Noon on News Talk 94.1/AM 1600, and Sunday night at 6pm on Lite Rock 95.9 and at 7pm on 106-9 Kicks Country.

This week White & Jackson County Mayors discuss the 2020-2021 fiscal year budget

This week, host Ben Rodgers is joined by White County Mayor Denny Wayne Robinson and Jackson County Mayor Randy Heady. They discuss county operating budgets for the 2020-2021 fiscal year, expected tax increases or changes, and the challenges surrounding developing those budgets given recent events in the Upper Cumberland. That’s #TRENDING

New episodes every Friday at 8am on News Talk 94.1.

Find out more about painting outdoors with local plein air painter Carol Stevens

Join host Emily Newman as she sits down with Carol Stevens, a plein air painter from Crossville. They discuss the unique challenges of painting outdoors, and the tools and mediums she carries with her when going out to paint. Local ceramics artist Marilee Hall discusses her artistic process when she designs a new piece. Art Prowl Director Liz Kassera interviews Debi Wichman to learn about her pottery and her studio. Emily also chats with Matt Sandlin of Hippies & Gypsies Co. to find out how he got his start in making jewelry.

Presented by The Fragrant Mushroom in Sparta. New episodes every Sunday at 9 on Lite Rock 95.9.

Signature Algood CEO Lee Rooney discusses the early & recent COVID-19 outbreaks.

This week, a cluster of COVID-19 cases at NHC McMinnville – a total of 27 positive tests, including 17 COVID patients. It reminded us what happened early in the COVID-19 outbreak at Signature Healthcare in Algood – a similar type of outbreak. Signature Algood CEO Lee Rooney led the long term care facility through the outbreak.

Today In The Upper Cumberland airs each weekend as a way to introduce you to interesting people and subjects of interest to our community. Catch the show each Saturday morning at 6 on Rock 93-7, 106-9 Kicks Country, and at 8 on Lite Rock 95.9.

If you miss it Saturday, you can catch Today In The Upper Cumberland again, Sunday. The show airs Sunday morning at 7am on Rock 93-7 and News Talk 94.1/AM 1600, Sundays at Noon on News Talk 94.1/AM 1600, and Sunday night at 6pm on Lite Rock 95.9 and at 7pm on 106-9 Kicks Country.

Fentress Co’s Jimmy Johnson & Smith Co’s Jeff Mason discuss the 2020-2021 budget

This week, host Ben Rodgers is joined by Fentress County Executive Jimmy Johnson, and Smith County Mayor Jeff Mason. With deadlines quickly approaching, they discuss county operating budgets for the 2020-2021 fiscal year, expected tax increases or changes, and the challenges surrounding developing those budgets given recent events in the Upper Cumberland. That’s #TRENDING

New episodes every Friday at 8am on News Talk 94.1.

Join Stonecom Radio in recognizing selfless acts of heroism from those around our community.

From first responders during the March tornado to neighbors sewing masks to protect against Covid-19. These stories and more can be heard here.