The GreeneScene Podcast

Pull up a chair and join us for a fantastic conversation about heritage, safety, and community! In this episode of the GreeneScene Podcast, host TR Mahle is traveling down the road to sit down with Troy Kosal, owner of Reese’s Gun Supply, and Chad Bussey, the shop’s manager and expert gunsmith. While they might be located in nearby Smithfield, the team at Reese’s has been a massive supporter of ou...

It’s not every day you get to talk about a local business that has been a cornerstone of the community for over a century. In this episode of the GreeneScene Podcast, Shelly sits down with Mark Fox, owner and operator of Fox Ford, alongside Commercial Sales Manager Seth Wilson. Both homegrown right here in Waynesburg, Mark and Seth share the journey of a dealership that first opened its doors back...

If there's one thing stronger than a Keystone State storm, it’s the resilience of our local business owners! In this episode of the GreeneScene Podcast, hosts Shelly Brown and Dolly Throckmorton sit down with a true example of Greene County determination: Lisa Miller, the owner and operator of The ICE Plant in Greensboro. Celebrating over 30 years in business, The ICE Plant is so much more than ju...

Thank you to Swiss Builders LLC and Chapman Insurance Agency for sponsoring this episode of the GreeneScene Podcast! ----- Summer is right around the corner, and that means the return of one of our favorite local traditions! In this episode of the GreeneScene Podcast, hosts Shelly Brown and Dolly Throckmorton are talking all about the upcoming Sounds of Summer concert series. We sit down with Elea...

In this episode of the GreeneScene Podcast, hosts Pam Marisa, Kent Marisa, and TR Mahle welcome Halie Gallagher, the heart and soul behind L&B Almosta Farm in Waynesburg. By day, Halie serves our community as a school nurse, but at home, she and her family have cultivated something truly unique: a hobby farm dedicated to rescue, responsibility, and radical generosity. What started with just a...

Spring is in the air, and you know what that means...it’s time to get those mowers out of the shed! In this episode of the GreeneScene Podcast, Shelly Brown sits down with a true Waynesburg staple: Murray Hoy, the owner and operator of 4 Seasons Lawn & Garden. As the only dedicated lawn and garden shop left in Greene County, 4 Seasons has a rich family history that Murray has carried forward f...

In this episode, hosts Shelly Brown and TR Mahle sit down with former Greene County Commissioner and retired military veteran Mike Belding to clear the air regarding one of the most talked-about topics in our community currently: the proposed Robena Data Center. The historic Robena Coal Mine site is entering a new chapter under the ownership of International Electric Power, and with that change co...

Pull up a chair and join us for a truly special episode of The GreeneScene Podcast! This month, hosts Shelly Brown and Dolly Throckmorton sit down with two people who are practically institutions in our community: Jim Behm, owner of Behm’s Auction & Real Estate Service, and his "right arm," Vicky Hughes. Jim and Vicky have been best friends since they were teenagers, and that lifelong bond shi...

In this episode of The GreeneScene Podcast, our hosts Shelly Brown and Dolly Throckmorton are joined by a familiar face in Greene County, Mike Belding. As a former County Commissioner and proud U.S. Marine Corps veteran, Mike brings a wealth of experience to a topic that has been buzzing around our kitchen tables and social media feeds lately: the role of local government in business and industry...

Pull up a chair and join Shelly and Dolly for a heartwarming conversation that’s sure to get your taste buds tingling! This week, we’re sitting down with Barry Nelson, Financial Secretary for the Knights of Columbus in Waynesburg. Barry shares his journey from the local mines to the heart of the St. Ann social hall, where he helps lead the community’s beloved Friday Fish Frys. We’re diving deep in...

On this episode of The GreeneScene Podcast, hosts Shelly Brown and TR Mahle sit down with Guy Hostutler, president of the Warrior Trail Gobblers chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF), to talk about conservation, community, and cultivating the next generation of outdoorsmen and women. Guy shares how the NWTF got its start in Greene County back in the 1990s, a time when turkey popula...

In this episode of The GreeneScene Podcast, hosts Shelly Brown and Bret Moore sit down with Andy Shaner, innkeeper of The Denny House in Waynesburg, PA. What starts as a conversation about running a beloved local bed and breakfast quickly turns into a fascinating journey through Greene County history. Andy shares how his background in serving others made the transition to innkeeping a natural fit,...

In this episode of The GreeneScene Podcast, hosts Shelly Brown and Bret Moore sit down with Chris Clark, Veteran Services Specialist with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, to talk about Together With Veterans and the critical state of veterans mental health. Chris, a retired Sergeant Major with the PA Army National Guard, shares his personal journey through military service, life after the Army, a...

Hosts Shelly Brown and Bret Moore welcome Cumberland Township Manager Brian Sokol for an in-depth conversation about Wana B. Park in Carmichaels and the real economics behind maintaining and improving community spaces. From the origin of the park’s name to the generations of volunteers who built ballfields, cut grass, and created a true community hub, this episode highlights the pride behind the p...

In this episode of The GreeneScene Podcast, hosts Dolly Throckmorton and Bret Moore sit down with Joe Mahoney (Executive Director of the Gaiser Center) and Dr. C. Thomas Brophy (Medical Director of the Gaiser Center) to share some big news for our community...the Gaiser Center is opening a new treatment facility in Carmichaels, PA in 2026! Joe and Dr. Brophy explain how the Gaiser Center treats dr...

In this episode of The GreeneScene Podcast, host Shelly Brown sits down with two incredible local women bringing unique hospitality experiences to Greene County, PA. Danielle Frye shares the inspiring story behind Blessed Valley Lodging, including how a prayerful journey led her to transform a school bus into a charming Airbnb complete with a cross, a game room, a serene pond, and thoughtful perso...

In this episode of The GreeneScene Podcast, hosts Shelly Brown and Bret Moore sit down with Scot Moore (Associate Athletic Director at Jefferson-Morgan) and Bill Simms (Athletic Director at West Greene) for a candid discussion about the current state of high school athletics in Greene County. The conversation tackles hot-button topics like school consolidation, the growing need for sport co-ops, a...

In this episode of The GreeneScene Podcast, host Dolly Throckmorton sits down with two local entrepreneurs: Pam Marisa (Direct Results, GreeneScene Magazine, The Denny House) and Ben McMillen (McMillen Photography, RGB Coffee, Hilltop Packs) to dive into the heartbeat of Waynesburg’s small business scene. The team discusses the exciting launch of First Fridays in downtown Waynesburg, a new event s...

In this episode of The GreeneScene Podcast, hosts Shelly Brown and Bret Moore sit down with Melissa Ewart, a caseworker for the Greene County Mental Health Program, to talk about critical mental health services and resources available right here in Greene County. Melissa discusses the Together With Veterans initiative, suicide prevention strategies, and how the QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) trai...

Join hosts Shelly Brown and Dolly Throckmorton on this episode of The GreeneScene Podcast as they sit down with GreeneScene Magazine editor Bret Moore and outdoor writer T.R. Mahle for a captivating journey through the rugged plains of Montana. T.R. shares how his love for hunting began in Greene County chasing small game and evolved into annual big game expeditions out West. Hear stories of antel...

In this delicious episode of The GreeneScene Podcast, hosts Shelly Brown and Dolly Throckmorton sit down with Troy Hellen, owner and operator of What’s Smokin’ BBQ, to talk about his journey from military service and retail management to running one of Greene County’s favorite food trucks. Troy shares the behind-the-scenes story of launching a family-run business during the height of COVID, the in...

In this episode of The GreeneScene Podcast, hosts Dolly Throckmorton and Bret Moore sit down with Candy Mahle and Donna Dorazio, Vice President and President of the Waynesburg Social Service League, to explore the over 100-year legacy of this incredible volunteer-powered organization. From helping underprivileged children with food, clothing, and Christmas gifts to organizing the much-loved Holida...

In this eye-opening episode of The GreeneScene Podcast, hosts Shelly Brown and Dolly Throckmorton sit down with Mike Belding (former Greene County Commissioner and GreeneScene author) and Brian Sokol (Cumberland Township Manager) to confront a growing concern: Greene County’s predicted, yet preventable economic crisis. With coal industry revenue down 20%, fewer homebuilders, stagnant development,...

In this episode of The GreeneScene Podcast, hosts Shelly Brown and Dolly Throckmorton dive into one of the most pressing topics facing Greene County—school district consolidation. Joined by guests Bret Moore (Lead Editor at GreeneScene), Mike Belding (former Greene County Commissioner & GreeneScene author), and Brian Sokol (Carmichaels School Board Member), the group explores the complex web o...

Things get spooky in this episode of The GreeneScene Podcast as co-host Dolly Throckmorton steps in for Shelly Brown to explore the haunted side of Greene County. Joined by GreeneScene editors Bret Moore and Vicky Hughes, Dolly sits down with Ronnie Gaskins—a local law enforcement officer and seasoned paranormal investigator with ECHOS Paranormal. Ronnie shares chilling stories from both his perso...