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💡 Welcome to "Tennessee County Voice," the essential podcast for county officials across the Volunteer State, produced and delivered by the Tennessee County Services Association (TCSA). Each episode delivers critical updates and insightful commentary on the latest developments from the Tennessee General Assembly and beyond. Our show informs you about legislative changes, key issues impacting county governance, and TCSA membership training opportunities and upcoming events across the state. 🤝We also partner with state agencies and other organizations to provide a comprehensive view of opportunities, resources, and best practices available to Tennessee's county officials. From policy shifts and funding updates to collaborative projects and innovative solutions, "Tennessee County Voice" is your go-to source for staying ahead of the curve. 🎙️ Tune in to "Tennessee County Voice" to stay connected with the latest statewide updates, engage with expert interviews, and discover valuable information explicitly tailored for Tennessee’s county leaders.

Recent Episodes

The UT Impact: How the UT SMART Initiative Helps Tennessee Communities Navigate the Opioid Epidemic Across the State

In this episode of Tennessee County Voice, host Wes Doyle sits down with Jennifer Tourville, Executive Director of the UT SMART Initiative, to explore how the program is helping Tennessee's 95 counties navigate one of the state's most pressing public health challenges: the opioid crisis. Jennifer traces SMART's origins back to a statewide summit launched under UT System President Randy Boyd, explaining how a grassroots policy network evolved into a full-fledged initiative housed within the In...

15 MIN

County Roads, Bridges, and...potholes! How counties manage their own roads and important partnerships with TDOT: A Conversation w/ TCHOA Director Brett Howell

📢 In this episode of the Tennessee County Voice, host Wesley Doyle talks with Brett Howell, executive director of the Tennessee County Highway Officials Association (TCHOA), about one of the most essential—and often overlooked—functions of county government: keeping Tennessee’s roads and bridges safe, reliable, and connected. Brett discusses the history and mission of TCHOA, how county highway departments are funded, and the growing challenges facing counties as fuel-tax revenues remain large...

31 MIN

The UT Impact: UT CTAS, Its History and Impact on Tennessee County Governments

The UT Impact: UT CTAS, Its History and Impact on Tennessee County Governments What does it take to effectively serve Tennessee’s 95 counties—and who’s helping make that happen behind the scenes? In this episode of Tennessee County Voice, host Wesley Doyle sits down with Jon Walden, Executive Director of the University of Tennessee’s County Technical Assistance Service (CTAS), to explore the history, mission, and statewide impact of this essential resource for county government. 🏛️ Establishe...

14 MIN

Legacies in Leadership: Three Tennessee County Mayors/Executives Share Lessons They've Learned with 100+ Years of Experience Between Them

In this special edition of Tennessee County Voice, we step away from the studio and into a packed breakfast session from this year's TCSA Legislative Conference. The panel, "Legacies in Leadership," brings together three county executives with a combined century of experience: Sevier County Mayor Larry Waters, Tipton County Executive Jeff Huffman, and Dickson County Mayor Bob Rial — all set to retire when their terms end on August 31, 2026. TCSA Executive Director David Conner leads a candid,...

45 MIN

County Representation at the State Level | What is TCSA and How Does it Benefit Tennessee County Officials?

Welcome to the very first in-studio episode of the Tennessee County Voice — the podcast centered around county officials across the Volunteer State! This podcast will share valuable insight for new and long-serving county officials in Tennessee. Stay tuned as we release monthly episodes highlighting the issues and solutions across all 95 wonderful Tennessee counties! In this episode, we're laying the foundation: What exactly is the Tennessee County Services Association (TCSA), and why does it...

20 MIN