South Barber Spotlight

Brandon and Amelia Bushman

In this episode we sit down with Brandon and Amelia Bushman, owners of Bushman Heat & Air LLC to share their journey to Kiowa, Kansas—and what it means to build a business and raise a family in a small rural community. Originally from Oklahoma, the Bushman’s made the move to Barber County with their six kids, bringing with them a strong work ethic, a heart for service, and a desire for a slower, more connected way of life. Brandon shares how he transitioned from the oilfield into HVAC, launching his business during the uncertainty of 2020—and how it has grown through relationships, reputation, and a commitment to doing right by customers. Bushman Heat & Air LLC 📍 Kiowa Office: 1310 Main Street, Kiowa, KS 📍 Alva Office: 614 4th Street, Alva, OK https://www.facebook.com/BushmanHVAC [https://www.facebook.com/BushmanHVAC]  (580) 327-7737  Episode Sponsor: May Precision Ag - Jerry May https://www.mayprecisionag.com/ [https://www.mayprecisionag.com/] https://www.facebook.com/MayPrecisionAg [https://www.facebook.com/MayPrecisionAg]   (620) 825-6289 [https://www.google.com/search?gs_ssp=eJzj4tVP1zc0TMs1LrMwyM4wYLRSNaiwME80tTAwMjJKs0gxMkpMsTKoSDFPszQzTTM1NLFMTktKSvMSyE2sVCgoSk3OLM7Mz1NITAcA3A8VhA&q=may+precision+ag&oq=may+precision+ag&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUqEAgBEC4YrwEYxwEYgAQYjgUyCggAEAAY4wIYgAQyEAgBEC4YrwEYxwEYgAQYjgUyDQgCEAAYhgMYgAQYigUyCggDEAAYgAQYogQyCggEEAAYgAQYogQyCggFEAAYgAQYogQyBggGEEUYPTIGCAcQRRg80gEJNTQ3NmowajE1qAIIsAIB&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8#] jerry.may@plantpioneer.com [jerry.may@plantpioneer.com]

Coaches Show - Matt Cantrell

South Barber basketball is back in the Sub-State Championship for the third straight year, and Coach Cantrell joins the show to break it all down. We recap the hard-fought road win at Ingalls, discuss the challenge of facing Cunningham again, and talk about what this young Chieftain squad must do to keep their season alive. Episode Sponsor: May Precision Ag - Jerry May https://www.mayprecisionag.com/ [https://www.mayprecisionag.com/] https://www.facebook.com/MayPrecisionAg [https://www.facebook.com/MayPrecisionAg]   (620) 825-6289 [https://www.google.com/search?gs_ssp=eJzj4tVP1zc0TMs1LrMwyM4wYLRSNaiwME80tTAwMjJKs0gxMkpMsTKoSDFPszQzTTM1NLFMTktKSvMSyE2sVCgoSk3OLM7Mz1NITAcA3A8VhA&q=may+precision+ag&oq=may+precision+ag&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUqEAgBEC4YrwEYxwEYgAQYjgUyCggAEAAY4wIYgAQyEAgBEC4YrwEYxwEYgAQYjgUyDQgCEAAYhgMYgAQYigUyCggDEAAYgAQYogQyCggEEAAYgAQYogQyCggFEAAYgAQYogQyBggGEEUYPTIGCAcQRRg80gEJNTQ3NmowajE1qAIIsAIB&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8#] jerry.may@plantpioneer.com [jerry.may@plantpioneer.com] To keep up with weekly news in Barber County: Gyp Hill Premiere https://www.facebook.com/gyphillpremiere/ [https://www.facebook.com/gyphillpremiere/]  https://www.kcnonline.com/ [https://www.kcnonline.com/]  South Barber Spotlight is produced by Sierra Cargill Marketing + Creative. We offer a wide variety of services tailored to rural operations and small businesses. Whether you’re running a farm, managing a ranch, or building a brand in a rural community, we’re here to help you tell your story, grow your presence, and reach the right audience with strategies that work where you do. Learn more at https://www.sierracargill.com/www.sierracargill.com [http://www.sierracargill.com].

Jeff Rockett

Jeff Rockett joins the podcast to talk about coming home. A 1982 South Barber graduate, former All-State athlete, Bethany College football player and choir member, and longtime attorney, Jeff stepped away from a 40-year law career to return to Kiowa and teach K–12 music at his alma mater. We dive into the revival of the South Barber Pep Band, Friday night football memories, legendary teams and coaches, small-town changes over the decades, and what it means to invest back into your community. Jeff shares stories from the courtroom to the classroom, the importance of music education, and why school pride still matters. It’s a great walk down memory lane — and a reminder that sometimes the best move you can make is coming home. Episode Sponsor: May Precision Ag - Jerry May https://www.mayprecisionag.com/ [https://www.mayprecisionag.com/] https://www.facebook.com/MayPrecisionAg [https://www.facebook.com/MayPrecisionAg]   (620) 825-6289 [https://www.google.com/search?gs_ssp=eJzj4tVP1zc0TMs1LrMwyM4wYLRSNaiwME80tTAwMjJKs0gxMkpMsTKoSDFPszQzTTM1NLFMTktKSvMSyE2sVCgoSk3OLM7Mz1NITAcA3A8VhA&q=may+precision+ag&oq=may+precision+ag&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUqEAgBEC4YrwEYxwEYgAQYjgUyCggAEAAY4wIYgAQyEAgBEC4YrwEYxwEYgAQYjgUyDQgCEAAYhgMYgAQYigUyCggDEAAYgAQYogQyCggEEAAYgAQYogQyCggFEAAYgAQYogQyBggGEEUYPTIGCAcQRRg80gEJNTQ3NmowajE1qAIIsAIB&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8#] jerry.may@plantpioneer.com [jerry.may@plantpioneer.com] _______ To make a donation to the South Barber music/band programs: South Barber Legacy Supporting Students - Building Legacy - Strengthening Community 620) 200-5996 janellgoodno@yahoo.com https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61580070095372 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61580070095372]  Gyp Hill Premiere https://www.facebook.com/gyphillpremiere/ [https://www.facebook.com/gyphillpremiere/]  https://www.kcnonline.com/ [https://www.kcnonline.com/] South Barber Spotlight is produced by Sierra Cargill Marketing + Creative. We offer a wide variety of services tailored to rural operations and small businesses. Whether you’re running a farm, managing a ranch, or building a brand in a rural community, we’re here to help you tell your story, grow your presence, and reach the right audience with strategies that work where you do. Learn more at https://www.sierracargill.com/www.sierracargill.com [http://www.sierracargill.com].

Jason Jump

In this episode, we sit down with Jason Jump, the new owner of the Gyp Hill Premiere, to talk about keeping Barber County’s newspaper strong. We dive into Jason’s background—growing up in Ardmore, Oklahoma, finding his way into journalism, spending time coaching college and high school sports, and eventually returning to newspapers full-time. Jason shares how he and his business partner started in Kingman, never expecting to grow into owning five (and possibly six) publications, and why he’s passionate about small-town news and open, accurate information. We also talk about what it really takes to produce a weekly paper—covering multiple meetings in a single day with a small staff, the importance of legal notices and local advertising, and why subscriptions and community support matter more than ever. We wrap up with a discussion on local transparency and big issues like the proposed data center conversations, plus how listeners can support the Gyp Hill Premiere—from buying a weekly copy to subscribing, advertising, or even helping as a citizen contributor with story tips and local coverage. Gyp Hill Premiere https://www.facebook.com/gyphillpremiere/ [https://www.facebook.com/gyphillpremiere/]  https://www.kcnonline.com/ [https://www.kcnonline.com/]  South Barber Spotlight is produced by Sierra Cargill Marketing + Creative. We offer a wide variety of services tailored to rural operations and small businesses. Whether you’re running a farm, managing a ranch, or building a brand in a rural community, we’re here to help you tell your story, grow your presence, and reach the right audience with strategies that work where you do. Learn more at https://www.sierracargill.com/www.sierracargill.com [http://www.sierracargill.com].

Mylo Miller

In our first episode of 2026, we sit down with Mylo Miller to talk about his journey from Velma, Oklahoma to becoming superintendent at South Barber. Mylo reflects on his move to Kiowa in 2018, what makes South Barber special, and the realities rural schools face today—from post-COVID teacher shortages to student mental health and the impact of social media on small communities. We wrap things up with appreciation for the community, a little OU football talk, and a few laughs about local 5K races. Episode Sponsor: May Precision Ag - Jerry May https://www.mayprecisionag.com/ [https://www.mayprecisionag.com/] https://www.facebook.com/MayPrecisionAg [https://www.facebook.com/MayPrecisionAg]   (620) 825-6289 [https://www.google.com/search?gs_ssp=eJzj4tVP1zc0TMs1LrMwyM4wYLRSNaiwME80tTAwMjJKs0gxMkpMsTKoSDFPszQzTTM1NLFMTktKSvMSyE2sVCgoSk3OLM7Mz1NITAcA3A8VhA&q=may+precision+ag&oq=may+precision+ag&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUqEAgBEC4YrwEYxwEYgAQYjgUyCggAEAAY4wIYgAQyEAgBEC4YrwEYxwEYgAQYjgUyDQgCEAAYhgMYgAQYigUyCggDEAAYgAQYogQyCggEEAAYgAQYogQyCggFEAAYgAQYogQyBggGEEUYPTIGCAcQRRg80gEJNTQ3NmowajE1qAIIsAIB&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8#] jerry.may@plantpioneer.com [jerry.may@plantpioneer.com] South Barber Spotlight is produced by Sierra Cargill Marketing + Creative. We offer a wide variety of services tailored to rural operations and small businesses. Whether you’re running a farm, managing a ranch, or building a brand in a rural community, we’re here to help you tell your story, grow your presence, and reach the right audience with strategies that work where you do. Learn more at https://www.sierracargill.com/www.sierracargill.com [http://www.sierracargill.com].