On this episode of The Local Yokels Podcast, host Neil Colley welcomes Joe and Nathan Ricker to talk about the exciting world of competitive robotics in Northwest Mississippi. Nathan, a driven teenager and leader on Desoto Technix, shares how he got started in robotics and what it takes to compete at a high level in the FIRST Tech Challenge. He gives a heartfelt shoutout to his teammates and explains the teamwork, engineering, and problem-solving that power their success.

Nathan also brings his impressive robot, Sidewinder, to the studio, demonstrating its abilities while breaking down the components and design that make it competition-ready. Joe offers a valuable parent’s perspective, discussing how critical family involvement, encouragement, and community support are for students to truly thrive in programs like this. The conversation also highlights the vital role corporate sponsors play in helping teams like Desoto Technix compete on a global stage, with Joe recognizing the businesses that currently support the team.

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On this episode of The Local Yokel’s Podcast, host Neil Colley sits down with Dennis Bailey of BB&T Racing—one of the MidSouth’s premier performance shops—alongside guest Kelsey Hall to talk all things horsepower and high stakes. The crew dives into the excitement surrounding Rivergate Grudge On The Gate 2, happening February 20–21, 3588 Paul r Lowry Rd, Memphis, TN 38109, featuring small tire street drag racing and some of the region’s fiercest competitors.

They break down what fans can expect from the event, ticket pricing ($20 per person, $30 for a two-day pass, kids 12 and under free), and the culture that makes grudge racing such an adrenaline-filled spectacle. The episode also highlights the importance of community support and gives a big thank you to the sponsors helping make it all possible. If you love fast cars, local racing, and grassroots competition, this one’s for you.

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On this episode of The Local Yokel’s Podcast, host Neil Colley welcomes Claudia Nieback, Founder of the Care Center of Southaven, along with Jessi Poole, to share the heart and mission behind this life-changing organization. The Care Center is a pregnancy resource center and medical clinic providing completely free services to women and families in need, including pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, counseling, educational classes, infant supplies, clothing, food, and diapers. Claudia and Jessi explain how the center walks alongside women during some of the most challenging moments of their lives with compassion, dignity, and support. They also share how the community can get involved and remind listeners that help is always available.

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