Liz Wilkinson Joins Ben Rodgers To Discuss Cookeville's Work On The Central Rail Trail

Outdoor recreation, community connection, and quality of life all come together in this episode of Local Matters as host Ben Rodgers welcomes Liz Wilkinson of the Tennessee Central Rail Trail. Liz shares how her journey from Tennessee Tech student to social worker, nonprofit volunteer, and passionate cyclist ultimately led her to help advance one of the Upper Cumberland's most exciting community projects. The conversation explores the vision for expanding the Tennessee Central Rail Trail, the partnerships needed to make that vision a reality, and the economic and recreational benefits a connected trail system could bring to Cookeville, Algood, Baxter, Monterey, and beyond. Liz also discusses her family's love of cycling, the annual Crazy George's Ride to the Sky Challenge, and how residents can support the trail through volunteerism, advocacy, and community involvement. It's an engaging conversation about building healthier communities, preserving outdoor spaces, and creating opportunities that will benefit generations to come. Listen To The Local Matters Podcast Today! The UC Now · News Talk 94.1