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Podcast No. 125: Jenci Spradlin of the Jackson-Madison County Library
Podcast No. 125: Jenci Spradlin of the Jackson-Madison County Library

We may know the library as a staple building of downtown Jackson, but you wouldn’t believe all that goes on behind its door to grow and improve our community. Today on our podcast, Kevin Adelsberger interviews Adult Services Librarian Jenci Spradlin about how she came to Jackson, what led her to the Jackson-Madison County Library, and what she dreams for Jackson’s future.

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Podcast No. 90: Maranda Faris of The Jackson Sun
Podcast No. 90: Maranda Faris of The Jackson Sun

Crime reporters have some of the toughest jobs on the planet, but Maranda Faris of The Jackson Sun loves it and is eager to bring hope to dark areas in our city. Today on our podcast, Kevin Adelsberger interviews this MTSU grad about her journey with journalism.

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Podcast No. 77: Bob Alvey of the Jackson-Madison County School Board
Podcast No. 77: Bob Alvey of the Jackson-Madison County School Board

So many of the best and worst parts of a city are seen most clearly in its school system, and it's thanks to our school board that issues can be addressed and families can be encouraged. Today on the podcast, Kevin Adelsberger interviews Jackson-Madison County School Board member Bob Alvey about the challenges of his role, his perspective on public and private schools, and what new superintendent Eric Jones has to offer.

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