In Episode 7 of Local Exchange, we sit down with John Hollenbacher, a lifelong Shawnee resident and strong advocate for our community. John has deep family roots in local government and has spent years staying informed and engaged in township issues.

He talks about his passion for bringing people together, the importance of civil conversation, and his message to the community — “Be Kind.” John also shares his experience helping organize the recent Shawnee Township Town Hall, what inspired him to get involved, and what he learned from the event.

It’s a thoughtful and down-to-earth conversation about leadership, accountability, and the value of listening to one another in small-town America.