Smith County Chamber Corner

Bill Woodard

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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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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Jan 14

January 2026

This month take a trip to the Upper Cumberland Development District to speak with Executive Director Mark Farley and Deputy Director Tommy Lee. Lifeline Coordinators Dylan Johnson & Chris Hodges who work through the TN Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services talk about their programs within Smith County and the Upper Cumberland. Next up Morgan White, the Tourism Recovery Coordinator for UCDD, gives us more incite in to what services UCDD offers. Then Will Herbert, Rachel Petty, & Mary Draper with UT TSU Extension Smith County stop by to update us in things they're involved with. The show wraps up with kelly Sullivan, the Small Business Development Center Director, speaks about the services to help plan, organize, and grow local small businesses. 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) - Upper Cumberland Development District(00:04:21) - Different Functions of the Development District and Human Resource Agency(00:08:58) - Smith County President speaks out about the county(00:10:27) - Upper Cumberland Development District(00:11:33) - Planning and Community Development, Tennessee(00:17:09) - Local Planning Services(00:18:20) - Three people talk about mental health in Smith County(00:19:12) - What's Your Day Look Like?(00:23:19) - Tennessee Mental Health Helpline: The Red Line(00:25:29) - Tennessee Community Wellness Alliance: Supporting Young Adults in Recovery(00:30:22) - The Upper Cumberland Development District's Tourism Recovery Coordinator(00:35:45) - Upper Cumberland Tennessee(00:37:13) - FCE Clubs in Smith County(00:39:09) - MR. BLOKES: Anything else going on?(00:39:23) - Smith County Farm Manager Course(00:40:43) - Smith County Farm Legacy Program(00:47:13) - Homeschool 4H Program(00:50:10) - Small Business Development Center(00:57:03) - Smith County Imagination Library fundraiser
12/05/2025

December 2025

This month we are joined by Stephanie Ruckman, Hunter Shrum, and Merissa Spivey with Magnolia Health & Wellness. Then Will Herbert, Rachel Petty, & Mary Draper with UT TSU Extension Smith County stop by to update us in things they're involved with. Then Kaitlyn Williamson, Preston London, & Preston James with Community Wellness Alliance talk about their involvement about drug prevention in Smith County. To wrap up, Bill Woodard interviews Jeff Mason about county-wide governement updates. 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) - Charleston County Chamber of Commerce(00:01:15) - Magnolia Health and Wellness in Carthage(00:05:11) - Visit Magnolia Health: Women's Care(00:08:17) - Primary Care Nurse Practitioner(00:13:43) - Beginning Farmer Lunch and Learn(00:15:32) - Bob Hicks on Homesteading and More(00:17:32) - 4H activities in Smith County(00:19:04) - 4H Agent Meetings(00:19:42) - Family and Consumer Science Extension Agent Mary Draper(00:22:21) - Community Wellness Alliance giving away a Roku TV(00:24:03) - Bob's Bob's Club(00:25:51) - A Year in the Life of Jeff Mason(00:26:40) - County Administrator Discusses the County's Economy(00:28:38) - County Improvement Projects(00:32:44) - County Fair Board and the Fair(00:33:15) - County Council on Growing the County(00:35:36) - Volunteer Firefighter Grant(00:37:08) - County Court remodel in 1990(00:41:37) - Mayor's Thanksgiving message(00:42:34) - Mayor Wishes You a Merry Christmas
11/07/2025

November 2025

This month includes interviews with several guests including the following: Bernie Morris with Church Without Walls, Denise Foster & Juanita Gomez with HG Staffing, Traci Nelson, Jessica DiFiore, & Patti Rohlfes with Smith County Humane, Mary Draper & Will Herbert with UT TSU Extension Smith County, Tanya LeClair with Volunteer State Community College, Kevin Alsteens with Community Intervention Program - UCHRA, and Marissa Alsteens with UC Empower. Bill Woodard 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) - Smith County Thanksgiving Dinner(00:03:52) - Thanksgiving Dinner 1932(00:04:41) - HG Staffing(00:06:47) - What is a Recruitment Supervisor?(00:08:11) - How to apply for a job(00:10:16) - Smith County Humane Society's Winter Ball(00:13:39) - Strawberry Dog Found in Smith County(00:19:13) - To Lose Weight During the Holidays(00:20:29) - 4H Public Speaking Contest(00:21:22) - What is Adult Education in Smith County?(00:24:16) - What is the Adult Education Program?(00:26:25) - felony drug convictions get help(00:27:32) - Uchra Tennessee: On-line Programs(00:31:18) - Where Empower Upper Cumberland can help families(00:34:56) - Empower Upper Cumberland(00:38:30) - Smith County Senior Center and the UCHRA
10/09/2025

October 2025

Our special guests for the October 2025 edition include the following: Leslie Smith with Smith County Living, Mary Draper with UT TSU Extension - Smith County, Traci Nelson with Smtih County Humane, George McDonald with Catesa Farms, and Leslie Smith & Bill Woodard for the Smtih County Chamber of Commerce with their community calendar. This program is produced by DTC3 TV. www.DTC3.tv Chapters (00:00:00) - Chamber Corner(00:00:55) - October 31, 2017(00:04:18) - Smith County Halloween Bash and Costume Contest(00:09:05) - Catisa Farms Treat(00:09:19) - Smith County Extension: Events upcoming(00:14:23) - Farm Credit Society Holiday Challenge(00:16:30) - The Positively Magical Winter Ball(00:19:30) - Smith County Humane Organization's Christmas Ball(00:23:34) - Farm Demonstration: Catesa Farms(00:26:55) - Smith County Farmers present at the River City Ball(00:33:14) - Smith County Sheriff on Vessels Shipping Grain and Other Goods(00:38:27) - Smith County Adult Leadership Program(00:39:47) - Happy Fall, Y'All
09/10/2025

September 2025

William Walton Days is coming up soon, and many visited to tell us more about it. This month we welcome Pam Billington with Daughters of the American Revolution. Then, Leslie Smith of Leslie Smith Bookkeeper, LLC tell us about vendor booths and food trucks for the upcoming event. Jerry Lynn Vaden-Malone shares information about the William Walton Harvest Queen Pageant. TN Rolloff also joins us this month as John Joyce & Merlin May tell us about their dumpster company. Kayla Franklin and Tammy London of Community Wellness Alliance tell more about the drug coalition. UT-TSU Smith County Extension Agent Will Herbert shares about the master beef program and 4H Agent Rachel Petty talks about current 4H activities including forestry judging. Then we chat all things weather with the owner of Upper Cumberland Weather, Anthony Taylor. Chapters (00:00:00) - Walton Days(00:05:27) - Walton Days 2018(00:10:54) - Walton Days(00:14:17) - Smith County Harvest Queen Pageant(00:17:29) - Tennessee Roll Off Dumpster Rental(00:20:17) - Small Businesses in Smith County(00:21:32) - Overdose Prevention Coordinator for Region 3 North(00:25:45) - Walk for Recovery(00:27:14) - Smith County Extension Agent: Lawn renovation and Master Beef(00:31:01) - Winter weather outlook for farming, crops(00:32:23) - 4H Events in Smith County(00:37:34) - Upper Cumberland Weather(00:39:51) - WSJD: National Weather Service radar and social media(00:41:36) - How to Watch the Weather on-Air & Download the Upper Cumber(00:45:42) - Upper Cumberland Weather Channel Digital Broadcast Studio(00:48:49) - Walton Days and food drive

12 Episodes

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

Creator

Bill Woodard
Years Active

2025 - 2026
Episodes

12
Rating

Clean
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