Lebanon Now Podcast

Pastor Kelly Rhoades of Lifepoint Church and Lifepoint Community Counseling joins Lebanon Now for Part Three of our Community Needs series. Kelly discusses the pressures men carry, relationships, counseling, the importance of encouragement and how to recognize when healthy solitude may be turning into dangerous isolation.

The September Community Needs series is presented by the Lebanon Area Foundation and brought to you by Lebanon Now.

Michael Kerr of Lane Change joins Lebanon Now for Part Two of our Community Needs series. Drawing from his own 16 years in recovery, Michael talks about addiction, isolation, peer support and the importance of finding people who refuse to give up on you.

The September Community Needs series is presented by the Lebanon Area Foundation and brought to you by Lebanon Now.

Tim Cole of The Gym 24/7 joins Lebanon Now for Part One of our Community Needs series on men’s physical, mental and emotional health. Tim talks about the role fitness can play in building discipline and confidence, but also why relationships, mentorship and connection can be just as important as the physical benefits of exercise.

The September Community Needs series is presented by the Lebanon Area Foundation and brought to you by Lebanon Now.

David Millsap welcomes Rod Reid, owner of Shepherd Hills Factory Outlets, to Millsap in the Morning for a conversation about the history of Shepherd Hills, Lebanon’s Route 66 roots and the upcoming 32nd annual Case Celebration in the Ozarks.

Rod shares how his family’s business grew from a Route 66 motel and gift shop into the largest Case knife retailer in the country, his work with the Route 66 Centennial Commission, the story behind the Munger Moss Motel sign appearing on a U.S. postage stamp, and some of the unique Case knife ideas that started right here in Lebanon.

Plus, get a preview of the Case Celebration coming Saturday, September 12, including thousands of knives, special guests, the famous $2 tent, chuck wagon chili, peach cobbler and Lebanon Now’s live coverage with Mike Morris.

It’s another fun Friday on Good Morning Lebanon! Ashley Mahan and Brian Hash catch up on Chamber news, the upcoming Christmas parade, Lebanon Now’s new classifieds and events happening around town.

Sierra from Tan-A-Rama joins the show with a special offer for local teachers and school staff, plus a chance to nominate a teacher for a year of free tanning. Nicki from LADD shares the story behind their new greenhouse and how it will help individuals with developmental disabilities learn new skills, grow their own food and connect with the community.

Plus, National Senior Citizens Day trivia gets competitive, Brian makes one very confident wrong answer, and the loser ends up wearing a ridiculously heavy metal helmet.

David Millsap sits down with Brian Thompson for a wide-ranging conversation about economic development, workforce growth and the future of Lebanon and Laclede County.

Brian shares what REDI does behind the scenes, the challenges of recruiting and retaining businesses, Lebanon’s growing population, housing and childcare needs, hotel development and the importance of preparing the next generation through programs like GO CAPS.

Plus, the conversation takes a few fun detours into Cardinals baseball, growing up in Southeast Missouri and Brian’s more than 25 years in the world of professional wrestling.

It’s a look at where Lebanon is growing, where the challenges remain and the work happening behind the scenes to keep the community moving forward.

On this episode of Girl Power, Sarah sits down with women’s health nurse practitioner Kiarra Pearcy for an open and informative conversation about women’s health at different stages of life.

As the mom of a 16-year-old daughter, Sarah starts with questions many teens and parents may have, including what to expect at a first OB-GYN visit, how often young women should be seen, birth control options and when irregular periods may be a reason to talk with a healthcare provider.

Sarah and Kiarra also discuss severe period pain and when it may be more than typical cramping, including signs that could warrant a conversation about endometriosis. They cover the HPV vaccine and prevention, breast self-awareness and the importance of knowing what is normal for your body.

The conversation then turns to women later in life, including why Kiarra recommends continuing regular women’s health visits after a hysterectomy and the importance of discussing changes associated with perimenopause and menopause.

Plus, Sarah shares some of her own experiences along the way and previews a future Girl Power conversation about perimenopause.

Have a women’s health question you’d like answered? Send it to Girl Power, and Sarah and Kiarra may discuss it on an upcoming episode.

It’s another fun Friday on Good Morning Lebanon with Ashley Mahan and Brian Hash from the Ozark Fiber Studios!

This week, Bryan from the newly opened Jersey Mike’s joins the show to talk about the incredible community response during their first days in Lebanon, the team behind the new restaurant, giving back to Lebanon schools and their upcoming Chamber ribbon cutting.

Joe and Laura Seaman also stop by with some bittersweet news as they prepare to leave Lebanon and begin a new adventure in Montana. Joe shares what the move means for Joker Welding and his customers, while Laura talks about saying goodbye to her patients at Lake Regional and beginning a new career chapter in cardiology.

Plus, Ashley and Brian recap a great night of comedy with Jaron Myers at Boat Town Brewing, highlight upcoming Chamber and community events, enjoy coffee and treats from Cafe Jude’s and face off in another round of trivia. Ashley takes the win, despite Brian’s best attempt at sabotage.

Catch up on what’s happening around Lebanon, meet some great people in our community and share a few laughs along the way on this week’s Good Morning Lebanon!

It’s a Wednesday smorgasbord on Millsap in the Morning. David Millsap and Ryan Sherrer talk Missouri history, the 1953 Springfield Cobra Scare, the launch of the new Lebanon Now website, the return of fall high school sports and Thursday’s Jaron Myers comedy fundraiser at Boat Town Brewing.

They also dig into the ongoing conversation surrounding Lebanon’s Flock cameras, including law enforcement uses, privacy concerns, accountability and the City’s response to public questions. Plus, they discuss the newly named Spring Hollow Golf Course, the downtown property tax levy and plans to take Millsap in the Morning on the road.

Recorded Aug. 12, 2026, from Ozark Fiber Studios in downtown Lebanon.

This week on Good Morning Lebanon, Ashley Mahan and Brian Hash are back with Chamber updates, community events, local business news and plenty of chaos.

The Lebanon Area Chamber of Commerce announces its 2027 Travel Club trip to Ireland, Stacy Strickland joins the show to talk about Ozark Fiber and local internet expansion, and the crew previews upcoming events including First Friday, Jaron Myers Comedy Night, Taste of Americana and more.

Plus, trivia returns, Brian starts fact-checking live on the show, and one very questionable muffin label creates the mystery of the week: mango or mayo?