Mowers and Lawn Maintenance Tips: A Chat with Murray Hoy | Episode #26

Music in the Park: The Sounds of Summer | Episode #28

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 Eleanor Chapman from the Waynesburg Lions Club, alongside Tony Ross and Craig Hayward from the beloved local band, C&T Acoustics. Together, they share the wonderful history of how this event grew into a bustling, 11-week summer staple that draws hundreds of neighbors together every single week. Event Details & Links: > When: Every Tuesday evening throughout the summer! > Where: Waynesburg Lions Club Park Amphitheater. > Get Involved: Are you a local musician looking to take the stage next year? The committee books over the winter, so listen in to find out how to connect with them. Grab your lawn chairs, pack a blanket, and get ready for 11 weeks of great music and even better company. For more information about the Waynesburg Lions Club Sounds of Summer visit >> https://e-clubhouse.org/sites/waynesburg/ [https://e-clubhouse.org/sites/waynesburg/] ----- Follow the GreeneScene Community Magazine on social media for more: > Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreeneSceneCommunityMagazine [https://www.facebook.com/GreeneSceneCommunityMagazine] > Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greenescenecommunitymagazine [https://www.instagram.com/greenescenecommunitymagazine] ----- Executive Producer: Pam Marisa Producers: Vicky Hughes & TR Mahle Hosts: Shelly Brown & Dolly Throckmorton Audio Editor/Manager: Jacob Ahlbrand ----- For more information on the GreeneScene Community Magazine, visit greenescenemagazine.com [https://greenescenemagazine.com/].

Fainting Goats and Full Hearts: Life at L&B Almosta Farm | Episode #27

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 few chickens has grown into a bustling sanctuary of over 60 hens, mini-donkeys, and fainting goats. In this episode, we’re chatting about: * The "Almosta" Mission: Why Halie and her husband chose to provide fresh eggs to the community for donations only, teaching their young sons the value of giving back to those in need. * Rescue & Therapy: The moving stories behind their rescued horses and donkeys, and Halie’s firm belief in the therapeutic power animals have for those facing challenges like Alzheimer’s. * Hobby Farming 101: Halie shares practical advice for those looking to start their own "slice of heaven," from land requirements to the physical comedy of chasing down 60 chickens! * A Community Invitation: Their dreams for a future petting zoo and why their gates are open to neighbors who just need a little animal therapy. Follow their journey on Facebook >> L&B Almosta Farm [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577093971806&locale=en_GB] ----- Follow the GreeneScene Community Magazine on social media for more: > Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreeneSceneCommunityMagazine [https://www.facebook.com/GreeneSceneCommunityMagazine] > Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greenescenecommunitymagazine [https://www.instagram.com/greenescenecommunitymagazine] ----- Executive Producer: Pam Marisa Producer: Vicky Hughes Producer: TR Mahle Host: Shelly Brown Host: Dolly Throckmorton Audio Editor/Manager: Jacob Ahlbrand ----- For more information on the GreeneScene Community Magazine, visit greenescenemagazine.com [https://greenescenemagazine.com/].

Mowers and Lawn Maintenance Tips: A Chat with Murray Hoy | Episode #26

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 from his father. Murray and Shelly take a trip down memory lane, including a hilarious story about a gift from Shelly’s early advertising days that almost landed them both in hot water! They also discuss the lady who needed her mower fixed just to feed her dog and tips that will save you a headache this summer. In this episode, we’re digging into: * The 4 Seasons Story: How this family-owned business became the last shop standing in the county and the importance of "keeping it local." * Beat the Spring Rush: Why Murray’s Winter Service Special is the best-kept secret for keeping your equipment in check. * Expert Pro-Tips: Murray shares why ethanol-free gas is your mower’s best friend and why "one-size-fits-all" aftermarket parts usually don’t fit at all. * Mowing Like a Pro: The "One-Third Rule" for a healthy lawn and the secret to those perfectly striped patterns. For more information about 4 Seasons Lawn & Garden >> 4seasonsinc.net [https://www.4seasonsinc.net/] ----- Follow the GreeneScene Community Magazine on social media for more: > Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreeneSceneCommunityMagazine [https://www.facebook.com/GreeneSceneCommunityMagazine] > Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greenescenecommunitymagazine [https://www.instagram.com/greenescenecommunitymagazine] ----- Executive Producer: Pam Marisa Producer: Vicky Hughes Producer: TR Mahle Host: Shelly Brown Host: Dolly Throckmorton Audio Editor/Manager: Jacob Ahlbrand ----- For more information on the GreeneScene Community Magazine, visit greenescenemagazine.com [https://greenescenemagazine.com/].

Powering the Future: The FACTS About the Robena Data Center | Episode #25

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 comes many questions. Mike joins us to separate social media misconceptions from the documented facts, emphasizing that even in a changing world, "the facts still matter." In this episode, we discuss: * The "Bring Your Own Power" Model: Discover how the center plans to generate its own electricity using natural gas, ensuring that local residents won't see an increase in their utility bills or a strain on the local grid. * Water & Environment: Mike breaks down the data on resource usage, including the fact that the center’s daily consumption represents only about one minute’s worth of the nearby river's flow. * Community Concerns: We have an honest conversation about noise and light pollution, property values, and the legitimate concerns of neighbors in an area with no township zoning. * Economic Opportunity: The potential for 100 to 200 long-term, family-sustaining jobs right here in Greene County. * A Call to Action: Why "out of the box" thinking is required for our county to thrive, and how residents can form committees to ensure their voices are heard as this project moves forward. For more information >> greenescenemagazine.com/lets-talk-about-the-robena-data-center [https://greenescenemagazine.com/lets-talk-about-the-robena-data-center/] ----- Follow the GreeneScene Community Magazine on social media for more: > Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreeneSceneCommunityMagazine [https://www.facebook.com/GreeneSceneCommunityMagazine] > Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greenescenecommunitymagazine [https://www.instagram.com/greenescenecommunitymagazine] ----- Executive Producer: Pam Marisa Producer: Vicky Hughes Producer: TR Mahle Host: Shelly Brown Host: Dolly Throckmorton Audio Editor/Manager: Jacob Ahlbrand ----- For more information on the GreeneScene Community Magazine, visit greenescenemagazine.com [https://greenescenemagazine.com/].

From Livestock to the Hindenburg: The Behm’s Auction Story | Episode #24

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 shines through as they share the rich history of their business. From the days when auctions were the social highlights of the county to the modern era of online bidding, the Behm family has seen it all. In this episode, we’re talking about: * Family Roots: How the business evolved from livestock brokerage to a premier auction and real estate service. * The Auctioneer’s Craft: Jim shares the physical demands of the job (including auctions so cold the water bottles froze!) and even treats us to a live auctioneer impersonation and a tongue-twister warm-up. * Hidden Treasures: The incredible stories behind selling a piece of the Hindenburg and one of West Virginia's very first license plates. * The "No Bid" Policy: Vicky tells us about the surprises that turn up during spring consignment sales and why they eventually had to set some ground rules! * Pivoting with the Times: How the team navigated the COVID-19 pandemic by taking their expertise into the digital world. Jim reminds us that while some days you feel like "the only one winning is the wall," there is no other industry he’d rather be in. For more information about Behm's Auction & Real Estate, visit behmsauction.com [https://behmsauction.com/]. ----- Follow the GreeneScene Community Magazine on social media for more: > Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreeneSceneCommunityMagazine [https://www.facebook.com/GreeneSceneCommunityMagazine] > Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greenescenecommunitymagazine [https://www.instagram.com/greenescenecommunitymagazine] ----- Executive Producer: Pam Marisa Producer: Vicky Hughes Producer: TR Mahle Host: Shelly Brown Host: Dolly Throckmorton Audio Editor/Manager: Jacob Ahlbrand ----- For more information on the GreeneScene Community Magazine, visit greenescenemagazine.com [https://greenescenemagazine.com/].