Stay ConnectedRumor Has It … is a podcast from the City of Fairborn that highlights people, places, businesses, ideas, conversations, and more related to Fairborn. Why “Rumor Has it,” you might ask? Because “rumor has it Fairborn is a community that you need to know about.”
This podcast is meant to be a different approach to local government and an alternative way to learn about this community. So, sit back and relax as you hear Communications Manager Meghan Howard talk about all things Fairborn and more.
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Fall sports are starting back up. The buses are running early in the morning. Teachers are preparing their classrooms. Parents and kids are shopping for outfits and supplies. School is officially back in session.
On this week's Episode, Rob and Meghan sat down with Fairborn City Schools Superintendent Gene Lolli to talk with him about the current and future state of the schools, an update on the new High School, and to discover more about him. Also, if you listen closely, you will even catch Superintendent Lolli sharing some EXCITING NEWS!
Rob and Meghan conclude the episode with a recap of Bluegrass & Brew and a look ahead at Hairborn on September 15th! We hope you enjoy the conversation with Superintendent Lolli, and to those who are involved with the schools or have a child attending, we wish you all a great year!
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On this week's Podcast, Rob and Meghan talk with Retired Fairborn City School Science Teacher, Chamber Director, mentor, grandfather, father, husband, community advocate, and friend, Mr. Tom Kirsch. His story is compelling, heartwarming, and worthy of having a box of tissues handy all at the same time. Tom's love for his students, his late wife Wendy, and the Fairborn community is infectious; we hope you enjoy Episode 31.
Rob and Meghan welcomed Retired Air Force Lt. Colonel Fred Pumroy on this week's podcast. Fred was most recently honored as the Grand Marshall of the 4th of July Parade in Fairborn, but that is only one of the many accolades and honors that have been given to him throughout his life. He has flown planes for Generals, been shot at in wars, and been called upon for special assignments because of his expert knowledge and skills. On top of all that, Fred wrote a book, started a business that helped other smaller businesses, and logged more volunteer hours than we can count. This conversation was a true blessing; hopefully, you will also enjoy it.
Toward the end, Rob and Meghan touched on a few updates and events that are still to come, so hold on until the end of this week!
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On the podcast this week, Rob and Meghan interview local Entrepreneur and Small Business Owner Sylvia Chess. They talk about everything from Slyvia growing up in Texas, her Trucking Company, the new store she just opened in Fairborn, her love of community, and so much more. You don't want to miss this podcast, as Sylvia drops some serious knowledge for everyone and is an absolute joy to listen to. Rob and Meghan also discuss the upcoming holiday schedule and a few other fun items. Check out the show notes, and we will see you around town! Show Notes:
Magazine Article: https://www.ttnews.com/articles/bureau-prisons-expands-cdl-training-women
Trucking Company, XPD1 Transport: https://xdp1transport.llc/
Leadership Video: https://youtu.be/Fsi1zMg9VCM
On the podcast this week Rob and Meghan sat down with Dr. Greta Mayer, the CEO of the Mental Health Recovery Board of Clark, Greene & Madison Counties, and talked with her about Mental Health, all the resources available at MHRB, the imapct social media has had on kids and teens, and much more. They also recapped the Community Movie Night, talked about the road construction downtown, the Farmers Market, and a few others things that you will just have to listen to hear about! Check out all the show notes below and most importantly, if you or someone you know ever needs help, never hesistate to reach out. Show Notes
On the Podcast this week Rob and Meghan talk with Rachael Ferguson, the Air Force Marathon Director about the upcoming Marathon races this year, everything that it takes to put together the Marathon weekend, what the sport of running can do for individuals, and much more.
They also discuss the upcoming Pride Event, construction on Broad St. and at Community Park, training our Police and Fire Departments are doing right now, and the upcoming installation of the new flag pole on Main St. There is a lot of good info and conversation on the podcast this week!
Show Notes:
Episode 26 has Rob and Meghan talking with Jane Doorley from the Fairborn FISH Food Pantry. The transformation the FISH Pantry has gone through in the last few years has been incredible, and Jane was happy to share it with us. Hear Jane's story, the story of FISH, and how you can help the food pantry and those in our community.
Rob and Meghan also cover other topics, such as the upcoming Broad Street Road project, post-Jazz Fest amazement, Community Movie Night, Graduation, and more!
Show Notes:
We made it to Episode 25; we will pause while you do a little dance!
On the podcast this week, Rob and Meghan interview Dottie Meade who is making it her mission to plant pollinators to help the butterflies. Dottie is a retired Teacher and, in 2024, will be one of five District Governors in Ohio for Rotary International. Each Governor has a mission for their District, and Dottie is already working on hers. Listen to her story on the importance of planting pollinators so the butterflies can flourish.
Also, on the podcast, Rob and Meghan discuss the return of the Farmers Market, Jazz Fest, Summer Camps, and the Fourth of July festivities! If you want to know what is going on, check out the podcast!
Show Notes:
Episode 24 is here! It's just Rob and Meghan on the podcast today and they are talking about Woofstock, Earth Day, Project Updates, Construction, and the future of this Podcast. It's a good one, we promise! Show Notes:
Welcome to the GOAT Episode! No, we aren't talking about the animals, we are talking about who gets the title G.O.A.T., you know, (Greatest of All Time) - Lebron, Jordan, or someone else?
This is Episode 23 and we just happen to be talking with Matt Cline, who is the founder of Just a Pair of Shoes, a non-profit that gives away Nike shoes to kids in need. Matt also has an incredible story of his own that led him to start Just a Pair of Shoes - perhaps grab some tissues now, you may need them.
Rob and Meghan also chat about a few other things that are happening, so be sure to check those out after the interview so you are staying up on all the info and rumors! Finally, in the show notes, we have all the ways to connect with Matt and Just a Pair of Shoes, along with the other great non-profits he mentioned on the podcast.
Enjoy the conversation Rob, Meghan, and Matt - it's not "just a pair of shoes," it's so much more than that.
Show Notes:
StockX: https://stockx.com
GOAT: https://www.goat.com
Facebook: justapairofshoes
Twitter: Shoesforsuccess
Instagram: justapairofshoes
SnakPak: https://fairbornumc.com/missions/
Fairborn FISH Food Pantry: https://www.fishfairborn.com
Fairborn Crime Rates: https://www.fairbornoh.gov/government/police_department/fairborn_crime_statistics.php
Tool Lending Closet: https://www.fairbornoh.gov/government/development_services/neighborhood_betterment_division/tool_lending_closet.php
Woofstock: https://www.facebook.com/events/1261336467842952/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[]%7D
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