Chad McDonald Joins Shan Stout & Jonathon Frank To Discuss Cookeville Leisure Services

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Johnathan Frank and Shan Stout sit down with Cookeville Leisure Services Director Chad McDonald, a man who’s shaped the city’s parks and cultural spaces for more than 30 years. From the Performing Arts Center to Cane Creek Recreation Center, the Depot Museum, and the History Museum, Chad and his team keep Cookeville’s most beloved landmarks thriving. Hear how he got his start, what keeps him inspired, and what’s next for the city’s growing leisure landscape. It’s a behind-the-scenes look at the work that makes Cookeville feel like home.

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30 Nov 2025 English United States Education · News

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