Smith County Chamber Corner

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Learn about current events in Smith County, TN on this informative monthly podcast produced by DTC Communications.

  1. Sep 3

    Smith County Chamber Corner -September 2026

    Bill Woodard hosts the September edition of the Smith County Chamber Corner at the newly reopened, historic Hotel Walton in Carthage, TN, following an extensive restoration project led by former Vice President Al Gore. General Manager Rick Clark shares a look inside the updated 120-year-old landmark, highlighting its ten boutique guest rooms, peaceful TV-free lounge, farm-to-table dining at Restaurant Hull using ingredients from nearby Caney Fork Farms, and plans for an adjacent bakery and general store. The episode also highlights upcoming local events and community programs. Don Kannapel previews the September 26th William Walton Harvest Festival, which will feature local music, a classic car cruise-in, and the popular Beta Sigma Phi cakewalk. Katelyn Williamson of the Community Wellness Alliance stops by to announce youth leadership training and the annual Walk for Recovery set for October 22nd. Wrapping up the show, UT Extension agents Will Herbert and Rachel Petty discuss fall gardening workshops, a rotational grazing field day, and celebrate the Smith County 4-H team's recent national championship win in wildlife judging. Chapters (00:00:00) - The Hotel Walton(00:01:52) - Mr. Gore's renovation of the Hotel(00:05:14) - The Hard Rock Hotel: Keeping the Cafe and Guest Lounge(00:09:30) - What's Your Elevator Speech for the Restaurant?(00:10:44) - Candy Fork Hotel Hires Local People(00:16:43) - Restoring the Hotel Walton in Smith County(00:20:40) - The Hotel Walton's Remodel(00:21:19) - Walton Days Entertainment(00:22:40) - Walton Days 2018(00:28:11) - William Walton Harvest Festival Entertainment(00:29:41) - 140 year old hotel restored in the US(00:30:19) - What is Community Wellness Alliance?(00:31:21) - William Walton Day and Walk for Recovery(00:33:25) - Smith County Extension Agent: Fall Gardening Tips(00:37:08) - Lunch and Learn at Caney Fork Farm(00:40:10) - How to Get Rid of Cuckoo Bears!(00:43:59) - Smith County 4-H(00:48:45) - Smith County 4-H(00:49:33) - Smith County 4H Wildlife Judging Team Compete at National Championship

    Smith County Chamber Corner -September 2026

  2. Aug 5

    August 2026

    Join host Bill Woodard for another edition of the Smith County Chamber Chat from Creekview Cafe at Defeated Creek Marina. This episode features Vonda Dixon of the Smith County Heritage Museum, who shares the history of William Walton and previews the upcoming William Walton Harvest Festival. Jessica Lafferty of the Pregnancy Resource Center discusses the center's free services, family support programs, and opportunities for volunteers and donors. Bernadine Thornton of Defeated Creek Marina and Creekview Cafe highlights lakeside recreation, dining, cabins, and exciting community events planned throughout the year. Bill also wraps up the episode with a look at upcoming events, including the opening of the restored Hotel Walton and other happenings around Smith County. Tune in for another great conversation highlighting the people and programs that keep our community thriving. Chapters (00:00:00) - Heritage Museum(00:06:56) - Smith County Heritage Museum(00:10:33) - What is Pregnancy Resource Center in Carthage?(00:11:47) - What exactly do you do for pregnant women?(00:14:50) - The Pregnancy Center of Tennessee(00:19:13) - Volunteers at the Pregnancy Resource Center(00:19:49) - Meet the locals of Defeated Creek(00:20:49) - Creek View Marina and Defeated Creek Campground(00:24:34) - Does the store sell fishing gear?(00:24:49) - Hillbilly Village Events(00:28:46) - Halloween in the Woods(00:29:16) - Creek View Cafe(00:33:11) - Marina Boat Rentals and Cabin Rentals(00:34:25) - Smith County Chamber Corner – August

    August 2026

  3. Jul 6

    July 2026

    Join us for the July 2026 edition of Smith County Chamber Corner, recorded at the Smith County Fair! Although the fair has wrapped up, we're celebrating the people, traditions, and organizations that make this annual event so special. This month's episode features Miss Teen Fairest of the Fair Kinley Duncan who shares her pageant experience and future goals. We also visit with Jenny Penuel from the Carthage Junction Depot about upcoming art exhibits and opportunities for local artists, and hear from the UT TSU Extension Office they discuss 4-H programs, livestock shows, youth leadership, and the impact of agriculture in Smith County. We're also joined by Christina Williams who shares about her new restaurant Christina's Diner. Tune in for another great conversation highlighting the people and programs that keep our community thriving. Chapters (00:00:00) - Chamber Corner(00:01:04) - Meet Ms. Teen Farris of the Smith County Fair(00:02:23) - Gordonsville High School Pageant(00:05:19) - Carthage Junction Depot Art Show(00:08:21) - Carthage Junction Depot Art Exhibit(00:11:07) - Smith County Fair 2017(00:11:59) - 4H Member Interview(00:13:03) - Summer Intern at UT Extension(00:13:47) - Smith County Fair Sheep Judging(00:15:19) - Smith County interns present their internships(00:17:09) - Smith County Sheep Farmers(00:19:23) - How do people make a living with sheep?(00:21:23) - Smith County 4H Agents at the Tennessee State Fair(00:25:06) - Smith County 4-H(00:28:25) - Smith County Extension agent talks about natural resources(00:30:23) - UT Extension Cut Flower Lunch, Learn and Tour(00:34:30) - How to Get Your Pesticide Certification(00:37:49) - Smith County Fair, Hot Days(00:40:00) - New owner at BB's Diner in Gordonsville(00:42:47) - Christina's Restaurant(00:46:05) - Christina's Restaurant in Gordonsville(00:47:21) - Community Wellness Alliance(00:53:49) - Resource Fair for substance abuse, depression coming up(00:55:15) - Smith County Fair 2018

    July 2026

  4. Jun 3

    June 2026

    In the June 2026 edition of Smith County Chamber Corner, Wild Bill fills in for Bil Woodard and takes listeners on a fun-filled preview of the upcoming Smith County Fair, happening June 29 through July 4 at the Ag Center. Joining the show is Fair Co-Chairman Stan Webster, who shares how the fair has grown over the past 19 years into one of Smith County's favorite family traditions. Learn about free admission night, exciting arena events, live music, fireworks, cash giveaways, new attractions, contests, and special activities celebrating America's 250th birthday. The episode also features updates from the Fair Pageant directors, Smith County Extension agents, and volunteers who help make the fair possible. From youth exhibits, livestock shows, archery competitions, and Kids Olympics to pageants, agriculture exhibits, and community celebrations, there truly is something for everyone. Chapters (00:00:00) - Smith County Fair(00:04:48) - Birthday Cake That's Taller Than You Are(00:05:03) - Wild Bill's Farm Event(00:08:21) - 250th Birthday Cake Competition(00:13:37) - 2017 Fair and Demolition Derby(00:17:35) - Winslow Hockey(00:17:48) - The Smith County Fair Pageants(00:21:24) - Smith County Fair Exhibits(00:23:47) - Smith County Ag Agent: Getting Ready for the Fair(00:25:58) - Smith County 4-H Agents(00:26:38) - Smith County 4H Youth Exhibit Entries(00:28:37) - 2016 Knox County Fair Poultry Show(00:29:55) - Smith County 4H Agents at the Fair(00:31:19) - Summer Intern at the Smith County Fair

    June 2026

  5. May 7

    May 2025

    Join host Bill Woodard for the May 2026 edition of Smith County Chamber Corner, recorded at Sparta Greek Grill. This month’s episode features updates from the Smith County Fine Arts Center Theater, the Smith County Heritage Museum, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on upcoming productions, local history events, outdoor recreation, and summer activities around Cordell Hull Lake. The show also spotlights local businesses including Rosie’s Adventures, Lish Foam Insulators, and Sparta Greek Grill, while celebrating Smith County’s graduating seniors and previewing the upcoming Chamber banquet. This program is produced by DTC3 TV. www.DTC3.tv Chapters (00:00:00) - Chamber Corner(00:01:09) - Smith County Fine Arts Center Theater Event(00:02:57) - Smith County Community Center Theater(00:05:00) - inflatables now available at Wilson Rutherford Chamber of Commerce(00:07:38) - Sparta Greek Grill(00:08:01) - Smith County Heritage Museum film interview(00:09:43) - Smith County Historical Museum presents Carl Phillips display(00:15:10) - Sulfur Wells Museum Visits Rock City(00:16:59) - Restaurant Interview(00:17:21) - Boating and camping on the Cumberland, Caney, and(00:21:04) - Friends of Courtehall Lake(00:24:17) - Sparta Greek Grill(00:26:39) - Egyptians Enjoy Greek Food(00:29:11) - Jimmy Corrales Provides Trash Pickup in Smith County(00:31:10) - Sparta Greek Grill(00:31:53) - Who Are They and How Do They Insulate?(00:32:57) - Insulation and Radon Mitigation(00:36:01) - Do You Need To Install Insulation In Your attic?(00:40:59) - Wild Bill the Clown(00:41:23) - CHamber of Smith County Graduation

    May 2025

  6. Apr 8

    April 2026

    Join Bill Woodard at Highpoint Health - Riverview with Saint Thomas Ascension in Carthage for this month's Chamber Corner. This month’s show highlights the people and partners keeping Smith County healthy, connected, and growing. Hear from Highpoint Health – Riverview’s women’s services team and local OB‑family physicians, learn how AirMedCare’s emergency helicopters serve rural communities, get the scoop on DTC’s new Trilight Mobile phone service and 75th anniversary, and catch the latest from the UT TSU Extension and the Community Wellness Alliance on agriculture, 4‑H, and youth wellness. This program is produced by DTC3 TV. www.DTC3.tv

    April 2026

  7. Mar 5

    March 2026

    Join Bill Woodard at The Spot in Carthage for this month's Chamber Corner spotlight the eight annual River City Ball benefiting Smith County Youth Mentorship and Dolly Parton's Imagination Library. UT-TSU Extension agents Mary Draper, Will Herbert, Lexy Tipton, and Rachel Petty highlight Pi Day, Walk with Ease, 4-H archery and livestock judging. Barbara Kannapel talks about The Spot youth programs and is lates joined by Melissa Herbert to talk about Carthage Rotary's storybook trail and upcoming pancake breakfast. Finally, chamber member Michael Woodard wraps things up speaking about MID TEN Realty. Bill also shares events from the Smtih County Chamber of Commerce community calendar. This program is produced by DTC3 TV. www.DTC3.tv

    March 2026

  8. Feb 6

    February 2026

    This month's show is hosted by Stephanie McCaleb Interiors on Main Street in Carthage, TN. Bill Woodard speaks with George Clay of the Smith Çounty Farm Bureau to explain their non-profit mission as the voice of agriculture. Kayla Franklin with the Community Wellness Alliance of Smith County gives a monthly update on their activities. Will Herbert, Rachel Petty, & Mary Draper with UT TSU Extension Smith County wrap uo the show with more local happenings. Bill also shares events from the Smtih County Chamber of Commerce community calendar. This program is produced by DTC3 TV. www.DTC3.tv Chapters (00:00:00) - Carthage Interior Designer Stephanie McCaleb on Moving to a New(00:02:29) - Decorating My New Store, Main Street(00:03:39) - Interior Design Studio(00:04:38) - Stephanie McCaleb Interiors: Growing the Business(00:07:36) - Smith County Main Street Decorating(00:10:00) - Stephanie McCalebInteriors: Launching Spring Collection(00:14:40) - Smith County Coalition to Promote Recovery Event(00:16:31) - Farm Bureau Federation President George Clay on Smith County(00:21:14) - Smith County FFA Chapter(00:25:50) - Smith County Farm Bureau(00:28:56) - George Clay and Holly Harper speak(00:30:38) - Farmland Legacy Planning(00:34:13) - Preparing for Spring(00:41:14) - Chocolate Extravaganza(00:43:11) - Farmland Legacy Workshop(00:44:09) - UT Extension Agents at 4H meetings and more(00:46:49) - 4H News

    February 2026
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Learn about current events in Smith County, TN on this informative monthly podcast produced by DTC Communications.

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  • Creator
    Bill Woodard
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 DTC Communications. All Rights Reserved.
  • Show Website
    Smith County Chamber Corner