Today in Putnam County

Cammy Aguilar with the Governor's Faith-Based Office on "Today in Putnam County" Show. We talk about some of our state's most challenging issues of mental health, poverty, child safety and food insecurity. We also discuss the new "Care Portal" for financially strained families and how they promote child safety along with the stability of today's family. Great interview with someone who really care...

Debbie Fletcher and Brittany Fletcher Elmore with "My Father's Mustache" on "Today in Putnam County" Show with Randy Porter, Putnam County Mayor. Brittany and Debbie have a great story of how they followed in their father's footsteps, Mr Wayne Fletcher, and created My Father's Mustache, a full service salon. Mr Wayne was an icon in our community creating a school for barbers and hair design in 197...

"Christmas on the Square 2025" and my guest is one of the sponsors, Ferran Kefauver with CityScape on "Today in Putnam County" Show with Randy Porter, Putnam County Mayor. We talk about the special event that brings Christmas magic to our downtown courthouse square. This FREE event brings over 45 vendors with lots of giveaways, train rides, bounce houses and photos with Santa! https://www.randyporter.org #Porter...

Kasey McCarty and Maren Bader with Habitat for Humanity on "Today in Putnam County" Show. We discuss Habitat's 30th Anniversary and the big celebration called "Remix and Mingle" which is November 10th 5-7pm. We also discuss how Habitat has changed the lives of almost 100 families by providing them the chance to become a homeowner. A great non-profit and a great interview with two of its biggest supporters!!...

Kim Mendoza with Heart of the Cumberland on "Today in Putnam County" Show with Randy Porter, Putnam County Mayor. We discuss grief during the holiday season and how the non-profit's holiday grief support groups can help. Also, there will be a special Candlelight Memorial Service on November 9th, 2-4pm, at the First United Methodist Church's Family Life Center. The non-profit also provides grief support groups fo...

Stacey Gibson and Tish Seidler with "Santa's Workshop" on "Today in Putnam County" Show with Randy Porter, Putnam County Mayor. We discuss the Junior Women's Club's, "Santa's Workshop" event coming up November 14, 15 and 16th 10am-7pm at Hyder Burks Pavilion. The funds raised from the event go back to local non-profits in our community. A great organization and event!! 
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Amy McBroom and Liz Shanks with our Family Justice Center on "Today in Putnam County" Show with Randy Porter, Putnam County Mayor. We discuss October being Domestic Violence Awareness Month and October 23rd is Purple Thursday to support survivors of domestic violence. Our Family Justice Center offers a safe space and a multitude of resources for victims of domestic violence. You can reach them at 931-528-1512 and they are...

Ashley Martin and Amanda Selby with "Cooking on the Square" on "Today in Putnam County" Show with Randy Porter, Putnam County Mayor. We discuss one of Cookeville's most popular events, Cooking on the Square, which is Habitat for Humanity's annual fundraiser. The event is October 31st on our Courthouse Square from 11am to 1pm. The Cajun style cooking event will have over 60 cook teams this year and prom...

Lisa Uhrik and Ashley Michael with Plenty Downtown Bookshop on "Today in Putnam County" Show with Randy Porter, Putnam County Mayor. We discuss Plenty's big GALA coming up November 8th at our Convention Center. We also talk about the Bookshop's new location on West Broad St and the great things there are doing with our children as part of "Recovering Childhood." Great interview with one our local downt...

Rob Owens and Ian Roberson with UC Rams on "Today in Putnam County" Show with Randy Porter, Putnam County Mayor. The Upper Cumberland RAMS are a homeschool basketball organization. Established in 2022, it allows athletes who are home schooled to compete. They are a competitive program that competes in the MHAC Conference and plays against Public and Private School teams.
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Sheri Roberson, Randy Mansell and Vicki Hammons on "Today in Putnam County" Show with Randy Porter, Putnam County Mayor. We discuss the new Independence Program at the Cookeville High School that serves 18-22 year old adults with disabilities. The program helps them with independent living and employment skills. This is a joint effort between Tennessee Tech University and Putnam County School System. Great interview with ...

David Dukes and D.K. Hall with "The Care Center" on "Today in Putnam County" Show with Randy Porter, Putnam County Mayor. We discuss The Care Center and how it provides food, clothing and supplies to people in need. Located at 406 Short Street, they are open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from noon to 2pm. 
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Landon Vick, Retirement Specialist with Raymond James on "Today in Putnam County" Show with Randy Porter, Putnam County Mayor. We discuss how important it is to have an Estate and Retirement plan. Landon gives us tips on what to do and not do when it comes to retirement and estate plans. Great interview with a very knowledgeable specialist!
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Cookeville CityScape's Ferran Kefauver on "Today in Putnam County" Show with Randy Porter, Putnam County Mayor. Fall Fun Fest 2025 is September 5th and 6th. We discuss all the events and music entertainment that will be on hand. We also talk about the big $250,000 downtown improvement grant CityScape was awarded and the projects they are looking at. 
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"Today in Putnam County" Show with Randy Porter, Putnam County Mayor. Special guests are Scott and Stephanie Martin who lead a support group called "DivorceCare" for anyone going through separation or divorce. We discuss the large percentage of marriages resulting in divorce and how this support group can help with the emotions, pain and sometimes hopelessness it can cause. Great interview with a couple who have...

"Ralph's Donuts" John and Sandy MacDonald on "Today in Putnam County" Show with Randy Porter, Putnam County Mayor. Ralph's, an iconic landmark in Putnam County for the past 63 years, was just added to the National Register of Historic Places!! Opened in 1962 by Ralph and Evelyn Smith, the business has been a favorite stop for locals, Tennessee Tech University students and tourists. John and Sandy talk ...

"Today in Putnam County" Show with Randy Porter, Putnam County Mayor. Special guest is GraceAnn Whitt, founder of "Mom Real Local" a one stop shop for young moms in the Upper Cumberland. The platform connects moms to community resources like events, kid friendly spots, online communities and much more. Great interview with an energetic young entrepreneur!  
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"Today in Putnam County" Show with Randy Porter, Putnam County Mayor. Special guest is Chris Peterson with the U.C. National Wild Turkey Federation which is sponsoring "Jake's Day" at the Mustard Seed Ranch on Saturday, August 16, 2025. A great day where kids get to explore the outdoors with fun events like Archery, BBgun range, Paintball, petting zoo, fishing pond, dunking booth, bounce houses and much mor...

"Today in Putnam County" Show with Randy Porter, Putnam County Mayor. Special guest is Feed America First Executive Director, Mike Womack. We discuss food insecurity and how Feed America First is supplying millions of pounds of food to over 125 pantries across our region, reaching over 40,000 families every month. Celebrating its 25 year anniversary, the non-profit operates on donations and every $1 donated can provide 15...