Real Change Wilmington

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 W Locust Street in downtown Wilmington across from...

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 current location on Main Street by the Cli...

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 to our community. Fiesta Veracruz is a locall...

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 others regardless of their labels. Special thanks...

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 community. Fiesta Veracruz is a locally owned Mexic...

💙🤝❤️ 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 three major systems states use across the nation...

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 podcast, newspaper, and other resources free...

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 skills his father taught him, passing thos...

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 driving by an old horse barn that was for sale in Wilm...

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 and at City Council meetings, Greg and Darrell jo...

“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 our community. Fiesta Veracruz is a locally owned M...

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, trust, and relationships with peers outside of their f...

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 resources free to our community. Fiesta Veracruz is a l...

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 we're about. Let ou...

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 right and I think that’s how we built this business—it...

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!

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 recently received a grant (after their 3rd attempt) to...

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 sponsor, Fiesta Veracruz, for helping keep our podc...

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 to our sponsor, Fiesta Veracruz, for helping keep o...

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, and other resources free to our community. F...

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 from the City Building. Fiesta Veracruz does so ma...

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 located at 37 W Locust Street in downtown Wilm...

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 for academic excellence and preparing students fo...

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 is a locally owned Mexican restaurant located at 37...

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-spotify 🎥 YouTube: https://bit.ly/rcwp-youtube 😎 W...