GNP Morgan County Podcast

She’s been in the mayor’s chair, stared down tough budgets, and made decisions that cost her sleep. Now Shannon is putting that same leadership into something even more personal: making sure kids in Morgan County Indiana have a safe place to go after school and a real shot at a brighter future. We talk about how Shannon ended up in Morgan County, what pulled her into public service, and how the I-...

Your AC quits when it’s 90 degrees, or your furnace stops on the coldest week of the year, and suddenly you’re not shopping for “a company” you’re searching for someone you can trust to show up, communicate clearly, and respect your home. We sat down with Nick and Jeremiah Harritt, brothers and business partners behind HRS Heating and Cooling, to talk about what dependable local HVAC service shoul...

The toughest legal questions usually arrive wrapped in emotion: a marriage ending, a parenting schedule that no longer works, a move that changes everything for a child. We sit down with Martinsville, Indiana family law attorney Nicole McAtee to talk about what actually happens inside divorce and custody cases and what you can do to protect your family while things feel uncertain. If you’ve ever w...

$10,000 a month. That’s the kind of nursing home bill that can wipe out a lifetime of careful saving faster than most families can imagine. I sit down with Martinsville, Indiana elder law attorney Lisa Blackman, who has spent more than 25 years helping Morgan County families protect what they’ve built and plan for what comes next, even when the “estate” is a modest home, a small nest egg, or a fam...

We sit down with Dr. Floyd Robison and Beth Robison of LPS Behavioral Health to trace how a small Martinsville practice became a trusted mental health resource across central Indiana. We talk about making care more accessible, how assessments and TMS can help, and what to expect when you reach out for support.  • why LPS began in 1989 and what Morgan County mental health resources looked like then...

A fourth generation painter walks into a podcast studio and quietly raises the bar for what “professional” should mean. Tim Surber sits down with Bob Sands, founder and president of Indiana Painting Company in Mooresville, to talk about a family craft that starts after World War II and still runs on pride, systems, and respect for the customer’s space. If you have ever felt uneasy about letting a...

He flew Harriers off ships, commanded an air-to-ground range, built a business, raised four kids, and still insists the most important leadership move is simple: tell the truth when you mess up. Tim Surber sits down with Craig Haggard, Indiana state representative and candidate for Indiana’s 4th Congressional District, for a grounded conversation about service, character, and what representation s...

You’ve seen saunas tucked in the corner of a gym, but what happens when the sauna becomes the main event? We’re talking with Brandon Taylor, who along with his wife owns Sauna Suites in Martinsville, Indiana, about bringing a private, traditional sauna experience to Morgan County and why he believes rural communities deserve wellness options that feel clean, calm, and genuinely accessible. Brandon...

Leaving town is supposed to feel exciting, but if you’ve ever packed a bag while worrying about your dog’s meds or your cat’s stress levels, you know how fast that excitement turns into doubt. We’re talking with Dustin and Samantha “Sam” Sanders, the new owners of Spruce Hill Kennels in Martinsville, Indiana, about what pet boarding really demands when you take it seriously and why “peace of mind”...

A single tick bite can flip your life upside down, making a normal meal feel risky and unpredictable. That’s why we invited Malisha D. Crane, a naturopathic doctor and integrative health practitioner at Clear Pathway To Health, to talk with us about what “integrative” really means in day-to-day care, and why she sees her work as complementary to your MD rather than a replacement. We walk through t...

Court isn’t abstract when you’re the one waiting years for a hearing. We talk with Jerry E. Smith, a Morgan County attorney running for Superior Court One judge, about why delays hit families and small businesses so hard and what a judge can do to move cases forward without sacrificing fairness. With a law degree and an accounting degree, plus experience in corporate finance, private practice, and...

A pricey trip can still feel chaotic if you’re the one juggling delays, transfers, and reservations from your phone while you’re supposed to be relaxing. We sit down with Ariel Martinez, a U.S. military veteran and the founder of Delightful Horizons, a Morgan County Indiana travel agency built for people who want stress-free travel without the constant decision fatigue. Ariel brings military-grade...

A lot of people say they want to write a book. Jessica Mangus actually bet on herself and did it, taking a severance package as the push to turn years of story ideas into a published novel. Jessica is an Indiana indie author writing Christian fiction with real mystery and suspense, and she joins me to share what it looks like to build a writing life from the ground up in Morgan County, one page at...

We sit down with Morgan County deputy sheriff Brighton Sichting to hear how he turned a high school idea into Yard Patrol Lawn Care in Martinsville and why his goal is service, not just speed. We also dig into what he offers across Morgan County, how he treats seniors, veterans, and first responders, and the simple mowing mistake that ruins a lot of lawns.  • the origin story behind Yard Patrol La...