Front Porch Radio - Big Yellow School Bus

A discussion with Mrs. Sheila Hickman remembering the early days of bieng an student and later a teacher in Maury County Public Schools. In addition, Delk Kennedy, owner/operator of the WKRM Radio Station talks about memories involving the radio station and its place in the Maury County community.

An introduction to the Thrift Love Company featuring the founder and current leaders of the store, Gina Russell and Shannon Stamatis. Along with these ladies, Julie Beck from Dental Care discusses the "Maury Smiles" program sponsored by Beck Dental Care.

A discussion with Shelly Sassom about upcoming events supporting the work of The Well Outreach and their "Jet Pac Program." Also an exploration of the contributions of the Knights of Columbus to the Columbia community and the Maury County School System. Special Guests include Edgar Ponce, son of the current Grand Knight; Bob D'Amato, the current Duputy Grand Knight and upcoming Grand Knight; and Steve Konz, the The "Tootsie Roll Drive" chairman and community outreach coordinator for the Knights of Columbus.

An compilation of stories and reminisces of significant events from the black community of Maury County. It includes a memories of the last years of segregation and first years of de-segregation of schools in Mt. Pleasant and Columbia. Special guests include George Cannon, Special Education and Inclusion Teacher at Mt. Pleasant High School; and Chris Poynter, County Athletic Director.

A recognition of the Mt. Pleasant Middle School Basketball Team-- The Champions of the James C. Hale 3A Boys State Basketball Tournament this season. Special guests include Lee Williams, Head Coach; Cory Pickett, Athletic Director; Melissa Harkreader, Principal; Donald Dugger, Assistant Principal; Dr, Ryan Jackson, Executive Principal; Chris Poynter, County Athletic Director: and team representatives, Jaden Cord, Knox Brooks, and J.P. Easterling.

An introduction to the Culleoka Blue Knights--an exhibition marching group from Culleoka Unit School. This group travels all over the country performing silent drill marching exhibitions as well as performing several community services for the school and community. Special guests include Butch Sutton, faculty advisor and Commandant of the Blue Knights; Andrew Garland, Commander of the Blue Knights; and Isaiah Jones, Colonel of the Blue Knights,

A discussion with the chairman, Michael Fulbright and vice-chairman. Bettye Kinser of the Maury County School Board about current happenings around the district and plans for future projects within Maury County School. We also discussed events and plans for Maury County Schools athletics with the district Athletic Director, Chris Poynter.

An introduction to the Columbia Fire and Recue Explorers and Cadet programs for high school students. Discussion includes activities the explorers and cadets will be involved in as well as a discussion of the "Ride-a-Long " program available to those students interested in pursuing firefighting as a possible career. Special guests included Hannah Miller, Chris Chumley, and Mason Potts.

This episodes introduces the listeners to the leadership of the Maury County Mayor's Youth Council. Special guests include Chaz Moulder, Maury County Mayor; J.C, Boman, Maury County Communication Director; and Keaton Kodatt, founding member and current Student Chairman of the Youth Council. It includes an discussion of the council's formation, current activities, and opportunities for future involvement in the council.

BYSB on location at Baker Elementary School where the Shaq Mason Foundation conducted their annual present give away for every student at the school. Featured guests were major sponsors and leadership of the foundation including Shaq Mason's mother, Alicia Mcquire.

An introduction to some special activities involving Spring Hill students. Special guests include students, Kanya Conway, Helena Garlett, Jaisha Dejona, Carter Coleman, Joshua Duncan, and Seth Weaver, along with the SHHS administrative staff. Also joining the show were Gay Pike and Monte Sneed from new show sponsor, Caledonia Financial.

An introduction to the company hired to provide Maury County Schools with substitute teachers and a discussion of the need for more substitute teachers system wide in Maury County.

An introduction to the administration and selected senior students of Culleoka Unit School.

An introduction to the activities and events happening at Randolph Howell surrounding their recent designation as a STEM Elementary School. Special guests are Dr. Michael Ford( Principal), Chelsea Abreau, and Tresse Crutchfield.

An introduction to the the Special Populations Dept. of MCPS (including Special Education, Gifted, English Language Learners, and English as a Second Language programs). Special guest is the Director of the Special Populations Deptartment, Lisa Ventura.

An Introduction and exploration of the Broadcast Journalism Class at Columbia Central High School featuring the instructor and three of his students.

This episode is an introduction to the facility and programs at the Ridley 4H Center on Lion Parkway in Columbia, TN. Lisa Vassar, Education Coordinator and Brian Stewart, the "Creature Teacher" (wildlife studies cordinator and instructor) are featured.

David Moore discusses information and concerns surrounding the new high school planned for Spring Hill area. Chris Yow and Maurice Patton discuss the process and challenges of covering the varied high school sports programs in Maury County.

Shelley Sassom with the Well Out-Reach Program describes and discusses the "Jet Pack" food program for children in the Maury County School System. She covers the history, scope, and needs of this very successful meal distribution system.

A special live broadcast featuring the head coaches and administrators of Columbia Central HS and Mt. Pleasant HS as they discuss the events, history and excitement surrounding the first football contest between these two schools in over fifty years.

Jack Cobb and Calista Barberi outline and discuss Youth Villages' role in the community and its needs for more People to get involved with their program.

A discussion of recent legislative events and concerns on TN education.

Introduction to current School Board leaders and some of the issues they are facing this school year.

Head Coaches and Principals from Columbia Central and Spring Hill discuss the preparations and anticipations of the upcoming football season.

Director of School, Michal Hickman and others discuss issues pertaining to the beginning of the upcoming school year.

This Episode features English Willette Bartlett of the Columbia Daily Herald

This Episode features Superintendent Michael Hickman, Assist. Super. Eric Perryman and Assist. Super. Scott Gaines

Area Non-Profits, Brandi Burdette with A Kids Place Child Advocacy Center, Brad Kimes with Bright Apple, Carol Cooke with Blood Assurance, and Jessica Sloan Elam with Casa of Maury County

Area Non-Profits, Dawn Taylor with Family Center, Shelly Sassen with The Well Outreach, Robyn Peery with Boys & Girls Club of South Central Tennessee, and Cindy Sims with Center of Hope

McDowell Elementary School with Principal Tonjia Potts and Counselor Dr. Whitney Kovach

This Episode features EA Cox Middle School with Principal Tracy Marks

This Episode features a Sports Update with Athletic Director Chris Poynter and Culleoka Coach Clayton Harris

This Episode features Boys & Girls Club with Board Member Terry Smith and Chief Development Officer Lauren LaPorte

This Episode features Hampshire Unit School with Principal Sonya Cathey, Teacher Harry Williams, and Teacher Jon P Jones

This Episode features community and education leaders in the world of Safety

This Episode features athletic directors from Maury County Public High Schools

This Episode features Mary Anne Christian and Regina Peery

This Episode features Inspiring Minds Learning Center and Jennifer Fleming

This Episode features H.O. Porter Principal Dedra Dawson

This Episode features representatives from Battle Creek Elementary

This Episode features Superintendent Michael Hickman, Assistant Superintendent of Instruction Scott Gaines and Assistant Superintendent of Operations Eric Perryman

This Episode features Deschamps and Carter

This Episode features the Administration Staff from Highland Park Elementary

This Episode features Holmes Mosier with Riverside Elementary

This Episode features State Rep. Scott Cepicky & Sassen Well Outreach

This Episode features Executive Assistants

This Episode features Garth Pinkston and Lynn Spears

This Episode features news about Baker Elementary

This Episode features Mt. Pleasant Middle School Principal Timothy Drinkwine (Original Air Date: 9.19.20)