Paul Jellison with Wilmington’s NEW local radio station (WIOH 95.9 FM) joins the podcast to share about his experience in broadcasting and passion for helping give local communities a voice. Special thanks to our sponsor, Fiesta Veracruz, for helping keep our podcast, newspaper, and other resources free to our community. Fiesta Veracruz is a locall…

Brandon Peloquin joins the podcast to share the history of the National Weather Service office in Wilmington and what it is like to be a Warning Coordination Meteorologist. Special thanks to our sponsor, Fiesta Veracruz, for helping keep our podcast, newspaper, and other resources free to our community. Fiesta Veracruz is a locally owned Mexican re…

Debbie Duquette and Sarah Armstrong with PAWS Humane Society on OH-68 join the podcast to share about community pet care and volunteer opportunities. Special thanks to our sponsor, Fiesta Veracruz, for helping keep our podcast, newspaper, and other resources free to our community. Fiesta Veracruz is a locally owned Mexican restaurant located at 37 …

Busam Ford's General Manager, Jeremy Kaehler, joins the podcast to share about the history of Busam Ford that dates back to Henry Ford himself who offered the Busam family a Ford Service Dealership after they were able to fix his car while passing through Cincinnati back in 1909. Jeremy also shares about the dealership's plans to move from their cu…

Owners of Alma's Attic, husband and wife Brad and Joni Palmer, join the podcast to share how they grew their small consignment business into a full retail store, and the value local businesses have to making a community feel like home. Special thanks to our sponsor, Fiesta Veracruz, for helping keep our podcast, newspaper, and other resources free …

Local sisters, Doughena Irwin and Ashlee Cup, with Salon 92 join the podcast to discuss what it took to start their own small business on South Street and honor their late sister who passed away due to addiction. This is an encouraging episode marked by both courage and compassion—growing in courage to follow your dreams, and having compassion for …

Clinton County Habitat for Humanity President Cecilia Krusling and ReStore Manager Steve Church join the podcast to share how the organization helps local community members become property owners and improve their entire lives. Special thanks to our sponsor, Fiesta Veracruz, for helping keep our podcast, newspaper, and other resources free to our c…

💙🤝❤️ Clinton County’s Republican and Democrat Committee Presidents joined the podcast to discuss Ohio Issue 1… Maybe you can relate to our journey on this issue: 1. We DIDN’T CARE (because we have other things in our lives to worry about) 😅 2. We CARED TOO MUCH (after reading our own political party’s propaganda) 🤬 3. We were EDUCATED about the thr…

Nate Collett with Pot-Luck Greenhouse in Wilmington on OH-73 joins the podcast to share the story of his family's farm and growing their multiple businesses, including their garden center, mulch and gravel businesses, new shed business, and of course, their beloved Fall Festival. Special thanks to our sponsor, Fiesta Veracruz, for helping keep our …

Father and son, Steve and Chad Rich with Rich Family Meats join the podcast to share their story of owning and growing a local butcher shop in Port William, Ohio. Steve grew up in the meat packing industry and is also the pastor of Jamestown Church of Christ where his "blue collar background" helps him be a better leader. Steve enjoys using they sk…

We love interviewing local farmers who have a passion for sharing their AG experience with our community! Father and Daughter-In-Law Butch and Bethany Schappacher with Schappacher Farms join the podcast to share how they started and grew a hobby pumpkin farm in Mason, Ohio, and then retired for two years, just to start again from scratch after driv…

For us, trying to understand WHY Greg Pitzer and Darrell Perry continue to pursuit a sense of peace and justice for the death of Greg’s daughter, Casey Pitzer, has been like trying to drink from a “fire hose” of information and emotions… So, to simply help our community (and ourselves) understand the story (and logic) behind the “spectacle” online …

“Do what you fear” - Kat Williams with EXP Realty joins the podcast to discuss what it takes to be a “hyper local” real estate agent, as well as news about the new ‘Creekview’ neighborhood at the old Drive-In property by DR Horton. Special thanks to our sponsor, Fiesta Veracruz, for helping keep our podcast, newspaper, and other resources free to o…

Founder of Project TRUST, Jim Boland, joins the podcast to share how the program has been making a positive change in local schools over the years by hosting annual 3-day retreats for middle school students that are designed to help break down barriers between different social groups. The students then return to school with a newfound respect, trus…

Owners of Wheelies on Mulberry, Josh and Terri Schlabach, join the podcast to share their inspiring story of believing in each other, taking risks, and starting a bike shop for our community that has also blessed their family in unexpected ways. Special thanks to our sponsor, Fiesta Veracruz, for helping keep our podcast, newspaper, and other resou…

Jacob Schmidt and Tyler Kuhbander from Smitty's Detail Shop & Schmidt's Automotive, join the podcast to share their story of opening a one-stop automotive shop, focused on five-star service and convenience. “We're just trying to show the community that you don't [have] to be scared going to an automotive shop. Come on in, [and] let us show you what…

Owner of For The Love Of Ink, Chris Walls, joins the podcast to share his story of opening a family-friendly and community-focused tattoo and body piercing shop. “My morals are basically just, ‘loving everybody and treating people good’. I’m not a perfect man by any means (ask my wife, she’ll tell ya), [but] I do the best I can to treat people righ…

Jason Stoops and Lee Sandlin join us on the podcast to talk about their upcoming School Supply Drive and the history of the program. This is a great episode for those interested in learning about community resources available during back-to-school time!Autor: Real Change Wilmington

Happy Cow’s Creamery owner, Donal Bickel, joins the podcast to share the story of Clinton County’s LAST dairy farm and how his family made a “real change” from selling 100% their milk to a co-op in West Virginia to now selling their milk direct-to-consumer and even opening their own retail store during COVID. Donald also shared how his family recen…

Caden Sauerbrey with Cowan Lake State Park joined the podcast to share information regarding his role as the park's naturalist, the amenities, and activities that our State Park has to offer! This is a great podcast for those interested in learning about free and inexpensive activities to participate in over the summer! Special thanks to our sponso…

Rachel Jarman with Bank Barn Meats joins the podcast to share how she bought her family’s farm and raises lamb meat that has been served at Kava Haus, Lumberton General Store, Trail Haus, and the Clinton County Farmers Market! This is a great podcast for anyone interested in learning about a local farmer or starting their own farm! Special thanks t…

Bruce Saunders with Clinton County Trails Coalition visits the Real Change Wilmington Podcast to share how the organization got started and what the vision is for Wilmington's trails. Learn more about Clinton County Trails Coalition at clintoncountytrails.org. Special thanks to our sponsor, Fiesta Veracruz, for helping keep our podcast, newspaper, …

Tracy D Kelley joined us on the podcast to explain the benefits and details of direct pay primary care. Special thanks to our sponsor, Fiesta Veracruz, for helping keep our podcast, newspaper, and other resources free to our community. Fiesta Veracruz is a locally owned Mexican restaurant located at 37 W Locust Street in downtown Wilmington across …

Stephanie Hughes and Jeff Linkous with Clinton Swim & Tennis Club joined us on the podcast to share the history and importance of Wilmington's community pool. Special thanks to our sponsor, Fiesta Veracruz, for helping keep our podcast, newspaper, and other resources free to our community. Fiesta Veracruz is a locally owned Mexican restaurant locat…

Cassie DeBoard is the NEW(ish) director of Sunshine Christian School inside Wilmington Church of Christ at 909 W Locust Street. She stops by the podcast to share what’s new on the school’s horizon. Cassie has a Masters Degree in Early Childhood Education and 6-years of teaching experience in public school. She hopes to help the school will be known…

Karen Long and Elizabeth Huber with Clinton County Literacy Foundation stop by the podcast to share their passion for reading and journey from laundromat libraries to a 501(c)(3) registered nonprofit. Special thanks to our sponsor, Fiesta Veracruz, for helping keep our podcast, newspaper, and other resources free to our community. Fiesta Veracruz i…

Cassi Carter, Director of Wilmington College Community Gardens, stops by the podcast to share about her passion for gardening and sustainability. Contact growhealth7@gmail.com to sign-up for a free garden bed and join a supportive community. 🍎 Apple: https://bit.ly/rcwp-apple 🤖 Google: https://bit.ly/rcwp-google 🟢 Spotify: https://bit.ly/rcwp-spoti…

Listen to learn about Kim and Jeff and the big plans they have for their new business 'Doc's Dogs'. Special thanks to our sponsor, Fiesta Veracruz, for helping keep our podcast, newspaper, and other resources free to our community. Fiesta Veracruz is a locally owned Mexican restaurant located at 37 W Locust Street in downtown Wilmington across from…

Ivy Ortman stopped by the podcast to share her experience with Columbus Parks & Rec and the Army Reserves, as well as talk about her vision for new activities and programs. 🍎 Apple: https://bit.ly/rcwp-apple 🤖 Google: https://bit.ly/rcwp-google 🟢 Spotify: https://bit.ly/rcwp-spotify 🎥 YouTube: https://bit.ly/rcwp-youtube 😎 Website: https://bit.ly/r…

Owner of Beckers SMASH-tastic Burgers, Clinton Becker, visits the podcast to share his rollercoaster story of real change! He’s gone from “Dirtbag Clinton” who went to prison in Florida for timeshare fraud, to “Honest Car Guy” who has helped locals raise thousands of dollars for charity, to the now “Harry Potter of Burgers” who serves the best smas…

💕😇☕️ Robyn Morris, owner of Kairos Coffee, stoped by the podcast to share her journey as an (almost) actress in California, amazing mother, diligent prayer warrior, and current day coffee house owner loving life with her family and team of baristas. 🍎 Apple: https://bit.ly/rcwp-apple 🤖 Google: https://bit.ly/rcwp-google 🟢 Spotify: https://bit.ly/rc…

Santa Claus took some time out of his busy schedule to be on our podcast! Did you know that he used to be the mayor of a small town in California, met his now wife on Craigslist, or lost his stepson to addiction? Hear the story of the man behind the beard, Quintin Koger Kidd (aka “Q”), and how his journey of highs and lows has made him into a man o…

Nicole Rodman and Amanda Randolph stopped by the Real Change Wilmington podcast to discuss the four units that make up our Clinton County Job & Family Services: Family Services Child Protection Child Support OhioMeansJobs Their insights into the challenges faced by vulnerable populations and the resources that are available to empower them was trul…

Real Change Wilmington sits down with owner of the new bookstore on Mulberry Street, Rachel Collins and her daughter Lily. To learn more about The Banned Book Nook & Other Curiosities, visit www.facebook.com/people/The-Banned-Book-Nook-and-Other-Curiosities/61550885279341/ Special thanks to our sponsor, Fiesta Veracruz, for helping keep our podcast…

Alex Beres became Executive Director of Clinton County Port Authority in February of this year and celebrated the birth of his first daughter at CMH over Easter weekend. With his slicked back hair and fancy suits, some might wonder if Alex was formerly an east coast Mafia Don, but Alex’s roots actually come from rural northern Ohio where he met his…

We highlighted local farmers 👨‍🌾 we helped local families 👨‍👩‍👧 and we had a lot of fun 😎 Hear the full story of the world’s first 🥇 Caramel Corn Cake 🌽🍰 from concept to Corn Fest on our latest podcast out now 🤙 🍎 Apple: https://bit.ly/rcwp-apple 🤖 Google: https://bit.ly/rcwp-google 🟢 Spotify: https://bit.ly/rcwp-spotify 🎥 YouTube: https://bit.ly/r…

Listen to our latest podcast with Sheri McIntosh, Owner of McIntosh Real Estate Services and President of Clinton County Ohio Board of Realtors, discussing the state of housing in Wilmington—topics include: homelessness, affordable housing, blighted properties, and new development. For more information, or to work with a real estate agent, please c…

Bill Liermann stopped by the podcast to share about his time on City Council and his upcoming run for School Board 🧡🖤 “I want to see us have an oversight committee appointed—we did this once before. Have citizens at large—a seven person steering committee. I’ll have someone from Port William, someone from Martinsville, somebody from those townships…

New owners of The Lumberton General Store, husband and wife team Sam Ginn and Emma Buchanan, stop by the podcast to talk about their journey of re-opening the store since it last closed in 2015. Emma shares memories she had as a little girl of going to The Lumberton General Store back when her grandfather owned the business, and Sam shares the coup…

Did you know Brad Heys and his wife shared their first kiss inside the building they later made into Kava Haus? Or that it was almost a gourmet hotdog restaurant?! ☕️❤️🌭 Listen to this podcast episode to hear the entire charming story of Wilmington’s beloved coffee shop, PLUS details on Jen Purkey’s move from The General Denver: 🍎 Apple: https://bi…

Sally Buchanan recently interviewed with Real Change Wilmington to share a look inside the Clinton County Farmers' Market. Sally Buchanan is a Clinton County native who grew up in the former town of New Burlington. Her family's farm was one of the last acquired to make way for Caesar Creek. Growing up, Sally was in 4H for cooking and showing cattle…

Ever get confused about what the Clinton County Convention & Visitors Bureau does, or how it is different from Main Street Wilmington or Clinton County Chamber of Commerce? Well, we have 🫣 So we thought, “who better for our next podcast guest than Susan Valentine-Scott, their Executive Director?” As always, we asked Susan to share about herself, wh…

Hope House is an emergency shelter for women and children in Wilmington, Ohio. Executive Director, Katie Terrell shares about the history of Hope House, her role, homelessness, and success stories. Special thanks to our sponsor, Fiesta Veracruz, for helping keep our podcast, newspaper, and other resources free to our community. Fiesta Veracruz is a…

Special thanks to our sponsor, Fiesta Veracruz, for helping keep our podcast, newspaper, and other resources free to our community. Fiesta Veracruz is a locally owned Mexican restaurant located at 37 W Locust Street in downtown Wilmington across from the City Building. Fiesta Veracruz does so many great things to support our community, so please ch…

Special thanks to our sponsor, Fiesta Veracruz, for helping keep our podcast, newspaper, and other resources free to our community. Fiesta Veracruz is a locally owned Mexican restaurant located at 37 W Locust Street in downtown Wilmington across from the City Building. Fiesta Veracruz does so many great things to support our community, so please ch…

Real Change Wilmington sits down with the Director of the Wilmington Transit System (WTS), Jessica Powell to discuss the history of WTS, services they offer, their new dispatch system, extended times, and set routes. Jessica also responds to community criticism and misconceptions, including: is Uber and Lyft available in Wilmington? Special thanks …

Special thanks to our sponsor, Fiesta Veracruz, for helping keep our podcast, newspaper, and other resources free to our community. Fiesta Veracruz is a locally owned Mexican restaurant located at 37 W Locust Street in downtown Wilmington across from the City Building. Fiesta Veracruz does so many great things to support our community, so please ch…

Wilmington City Schools Business Director and Treasurer respond to community concerns over the district’s financials and proposed 0.75% income tax levy, as well as breakdown their funding, expenses, and 5-year forecast (that is available online). Special thanks to our sponsor, Fiesta Veracruz, for helping keep our podcast, newspaper, and other reso…

Wilmington City Schools High School Principal, Curriculum Director, and Dean of Students respond to community concerns over “academic achievement” and “cultural political issues” that are impacting schools, and how district is addressing them. Special thanks to our sponsor, Fiesta Veracruz, for helping keep our podcast, newspaper, and other resourc…

Wilmington City Schools Superintendent and Board of Education President respond to community concerns over “leadership” and “discipline”, as well as share their vision to restore pride in the district by having community values reflected in the schools. Special thanks to our sponsor, Fiesta Veracruz, for helping keep our podcast, newspaper, and oth…