Beth Thompson moved across the country to Cookeville with her mother and quickly acclimated and grew Upper Cumberland roots. A vibrant member of the local theatre community, Beth is a fantastic advocate for the arts and serves this community as the Museums Manger for the Cookeville History Museum and Cookeville Depot Museum. In this episode, Beth tells a little bit about working on the west side, her passion for local history, and some of the fun events the museums have planned in the near future.
What is Impact Club? In this episode, Amber and Zach talk a little bit about this organization that they both are super passionate about. In a nutshell, Impact Club can be thought of as crowd funding for non-profits. If I give you $100 for your charity, you will be super grateful, but in all honesty, $100 doesn't go very far nowadays. However, if we get together with 100, or now 200, friends, we can turn small donations into large impact, and give away $20,000!! Listen in to hear more about Impact Club and the difference we can make when we give as a community!
A lifetime Cookeville resident, Becky Magura has been a vital part of growing the Upper Cumberland's only TV station for nearly 40 years. Beginning as the station's very first intern and now serving as the GM and CEO, Becky has worked in every facet of public television. Her passion for extending the classroom and impacting children with early education in the home is evident in all she does. Becky also serves on the national board for PBS, bringing fresh perspective and first hand input for rural communities. In this incredible episode, Becky shares her background and the behind the scenes stories that have made her who she is. This one is must listen!
Melissa Parks moved to the Upper Cumberland area just a few years ago when her husband took a new job. She searched for awhile to find the right job for her, but certainly found her niche at Habitat for Humanity. Melissa currently serves as the Development Director helping the non-profit raise funds, strengthen community relationships, and maintain their healthy local presence. In this episode, you will hear the conviction in Melissa’s voice as she shares about the incredible work that Habitat for Humanity is making across the globe and in the Upper Cumberland region.