On My Mind

I hope you will listen to Kit Housley, owner of Piehound Pizza Company, as he shares some new happenings at his business. Expansion is on the horizon and you will want to savor the fare at both restaurants. It is so good to have a stimulating environment in downtown Athens, TN.

Please join me as I visit with Chris Adams, a bank executive and community supporter who has made a lasting, positive impact on our town over many years. His creative ideas, thoughtful caring for others and dedication to his fellow citizens' welfare is without equal.

I am very happy to interview Austin Sauerbrei, a recently published graphic novelist, who will discuss his writing journey leading to the successful release of his work. His book was selected in the Humanities area to represent Tennessee at this year's Library of Congress National Book Festival in Washington, DC. He will also inform us about his role as the Tennessee Director of the Statewide Organizing for Community eMpowerment (SOCM).

I hope you will join me as I talk with the Vice President of Academics at Tennessee Wesleyan University, Dr Grant Willhite. He will highlight the recent successes of TW, including enrollment records, national and regional awards and student life.

Please join me as I interview Jeremy (JD) and Julie Dalton about their lives in McMinn County (TN). The unique profession they are in now involves managing Tsali Notch Vineyards, a beautiful place that grows and harvests muscadine grapes. The wines that are produced from these grapes have pleased the palates of thousands of folks throughout the southeast and beyond.

I know you will want to join me as I sit down with native Athenian, Scott Cass, as he discusses his business strategies. He is also a dedicated community leader with a lot of ideas about our future.

Joy Finch, a long time educator, joins our show to discuss the importance of passing on a legacy of learning to the next generation. The joy of educating the younger generation is a treat to those who have the knowhow to get it done.

I hope you can join me as I talk with Bradi Sewell, the Executive Director of the Athens-McMinn Family YMCA. She informs us about the varied programs and services offered to the local community.

I know you will want to join me for a frank discussion of how our local Hope Center and Childrens' Advocacy Center provides such excellent resources and compassionate care for victims of sexual assault and violence. Kelley Weber May and Ruthie Wilson give detailed information on a very sensitive issue in our area.

I hope you will join me as I talk with Amy Sullins, a dedicated community activist. Her service as interim director of Athens Main Street has spurred new changes and led to exciting ideas for the future in our area.