Good Place Marionville Podcast #77 Steve & Wyatt Kuhs Hillbilly Towing and Hillbilly Diesel
In 2025, Joe Walker (   • Good Place Marionville #7   ) passed the ownership baton of Hillbilly Towing to Steve Kuhs and his family. While this past year has been anything but easy, Steve and his family continue to build their business, with a focus on the future. It’s clear they are also focused on customer well-being and on taking good care of them. Wyatt does most of the heavy towing and transport, and it’s a good day when he gets to use the semi.
Program their number into your phone for emergency: 417-258-7177.
The Kuhs are grateful to the first responders who assist them on the scene and also offered some free advice.
School news: The new Bill Rowe Baseball Field was dedicated yesterday. Bill Rowe interview:    • Good Place Marionville Podcast #65 Marionv...  
Registered Youth Apprenticeship program contact bgreen@marionville.us or call Billie at 417-258-2521 for more info.
City: Springfield Striping and Sealing broke ground on Logan Park this week.
Neighbors helping neighbors with freeze cleanup
Middle School Honor Society and Leadership classes stuffed 3,000 eggs for the Manor and Fire Department
Painting the ‘Ville Green raised $527.97 for Care to Learn.
Manor Egg Hunt was a great success, and the Fire Department and Red Cross installed several dozen smoke detectors and Carbon monoxide detectors on Saturday as well.
March 26 5-7pm Transition Fair at the High School
March 26 7-8pm Candidate Meet and Greet is at the Marionville Assembly of God Church.
March 28th 8am Running of the Squirrels Donut 5K followed by the Fire Auxiliary Egg Drop, Burger plate lunch and pie auction all begin at 11:30. Please bring your baked goods to the pavilion by 11am.
March 28th is the 2nd Birthday of Good Place Marionville Podcast. Thank you to our sponsors: The Bank of Billings, Alpha Realty, Smart Insurance, the Lions Club, and Central Place for making this show possible. April 4th Bama Man Fish Fry Fundraiser for FFA 5-7:30pm call 417-258-0473 to pre-order
First Responder news: congrats Officer Raymundo for making Corporal and being pinned by your Police Officer father.
Non-profit news: The House Church Marionville Easter outreach is March 29th 11-2 at Marionville High School. Call 417-519-0202 for details for their facebook page   / thehousenwa  
Alice Irene’s Restaurant is celebrating 20 years by bringing back retired menu items. This week is Reuben sandwich or beef liver & onions.
Business News: https://www.visitmarionville.com/ is LIVE and invites you to browse the pages and list your business, lodging, restaurant, or commercial property. This curated place is for residents and visitors to learn what Marionville has to offer.

Mar 24, 2026

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Good Place Marionville Podcast #76 Town News
School news: Sports are on Fire! Lady Comet Basketball team – 3rd in State.
Power Lifting Team set records at State
Winterguard – 2nd place in Fayetteville. Final competition 3/28
Marionville Middle School ELA department awards.
Care to Learn – painting the Ville Green – donate at Sonic, Smart Insurance, or Bank of Billings
Fill the Food Pantry at City Hall
3/19 9:30am Logan Park Walking Trail groundbreaking ceremony.
3/19 6:30pm Alderman Meeting at The Fire Station
Do your homework before elections on April 7th
Sample Ballot https://www.lawrencecountymo.org/_fil...
Ozark Methodist Manor Egg Hunt 3/21 10am
Ministerial Alliance Good Friday Service 4/3/26 6pm at First United Methodist church.
3/28 5K Running of the Squirrels by the Band Boosters in the morning, followed by Egg Drop 3/28/26 Burger lunch and pie auction – supporting the Fire Department Auxiliary
Around Town:
Business News: 3/19 4-5pm Marionville Business Connect at Central Place Next meetings 4/16 and 5/21 (3rd Thursday)
Oops, forgot to mention this big event: 3/26/26 Candidate Meet & Greet at Marionville Assembly of God 7-8pm

Mar 18, 2026

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Good Place Marionville Podcast #75 Marionville Band Boosters Mindy Having & Jaimee Burgess

Running, Donuts, and Band are all the ingredients for the 20th Running of the Squirrels 5K on March 28th. Mindy and Jaimee have big jobs raising money for all of the Band activities, and this is an event the whole town can get involved in.
Event on Facebook:   / 1dd3mfggdt   to register NOW and support the band.
They also announced a special “Comet popcorn” that will be available in Blueberry/Cheesecake!
Contact the Band Boosters at MarionvilleBandBoosters@gmail.com and on Facebook:   / marionvillebandboosters     / runningofthesquirrels  
Watch for the date for the Spring Concert, and let’s cheer on the Color Guard as they continue to excel this year.
Huge congrats to the Lady Comets headed to the Final Four this week for Basketball. Way to go!
First Responder news: Egg Hunt 3/28/26 at the City Park   / 1aaucgayvv  
The Ozark Methodist Manor shared many updates on activities, Valentine Court, and their Egg Hunt on 3/21/26 on the South Lawn at 10am.
Voter Registration Deadlines are fast approaching. See this website for registration, sample ballots, and absentee ballots: https://www.lawrencecountymo.org/elec...

Mar 9, 2026

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Good Place Marionville Podcast #74 with Marionville Police Department Officers Lexi Raymundo, Amber Brooks, and Devan Henson
Our series continues with 3 more police officers from the Marionville Police Department. We appreciate them taking time to share with us, as they’ve had quite an emotional week as Police Officers.

First Responder News: Marionville Fire Department Auxiliary pancake breakfast was a huge success. Thank you to everyone who came.

3/28/26 11:30am at City Park Fire Department Auxiliary Egg Hunt, lunch $8 burger plate $2 drinks, Sparky the Dog and Pie Auction 4/7/26

Local Elections. Register, absentee ballots, and sample ballots can all be found at: https://www.lawrencecountymo.org/elec...

3/26/26 5-7pm Transition Fair at the High School, contact Gretta Guerin to help with donations gguerin@marionville.us

3/8/26 5:30pm “Double Portion” concert at Marionville Assembly of God church

Mar 4, 2026

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Good Place Marionville Podcast #73 with Marionville Police Department Officer Dan Williams

No better timing than this week to get to know one of our very own Police Officers – Dan Williams. His family has lived in Marionville for 3 years. One of our own – protecting our own! With more than a decade of experience, Dan is a welcomed addition to the MPD. In his free time, he uses his art as a way to express himself. On Instagram: Draw.with.Dan.W to see his most recent drawing of the 2 fallen officers.

Get to know Dan and the officers as they work around town.

Almost 30 people met at the Fire Department Flag Pole on 2/24/26 to pray for everyone involved in the shooting in Christian County.

First Responder News: 2/28/26 8am – 11am Marionville Fire Department Auxiliary pancake breakfast at the Fire Hall $8 plate with donations appreciated. 3/28/26 11:30am at City Park

Fire Department Auxiliary Egg Hunt, lunch $8 burger plate $2 drinks, Sparky the Dog and Pie Auction

City news: Logan Park Groundbreaking 3/4/26 9:30am

Business News: B’s & G’s Dairy Crest is hiring! Find the details on Facebook.

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Good Place Marionville Podcast #72 City Government leadership – Aldermen elections

Today’s show takes a special twist. 5 guests representing 3 Wards in the upcoming Aldermen election on April 7th. Get to know them, why they want to represent their Ward, and at the end – use the link to make sure you are registered to vote, and if not…..take a moment and get registered today. Then show up on April 7th and vote your values.

Kristi Zemas – Ward 2

Mark Johnson - Ward 3

Ron Heald - Ward 3

Trent Baker- Ward 1

Abi Carlton - Ward 1

Election is on April 7th. Use this link to verify you are already registered to vote – must be registered by March 11th. https://www.sos.mo.gov/elections/goVo...

Candidate Meet and Greet at Marionville Assembly of God 3/26/26 7pm – 8pm.

Next Marionville Business Connect meeting is this Thursday 2/19/26 at 4pm at Central Place.

Get your White Squirrel Calendar at The Gathering during Elevate Coffee open hours.

See you next week

Feb 17, 2026

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Good Place Marionville Podcast # 71 Marionville High School Counselor Billie Green

There is a special someone at the high school who stays up to date on all the ways to help students access the resources they need to be successful after High School, and that is Billie Green, the Counselor. She’s a prime example of how we never know where our experience will take us in our work.

Billie recommended a book for adults to read: Anxious Generation

School just announced another snow day, but Homecoming is Friday – keep your ears pealed to see if any adjustments are made to the schedule. We had the opportunity to host Tyler from the Podcast Calling Shots with Tyler, and we're excited to watch his podcast grow. Transition night is coming on 3/26 from 5-7pm

City: Thank you to the Public Works crew for working so hard over the weekend to clear the roads! Job well done.

First Responder news: Kris Bowling reported 2 grants received from MFA and Caseys to purchase a thermal imaging camera! Also, another new volunteer joined the Fire Department. Contact KBowling@marionvillemo.gov to inquire.

Business News: Support local businesses after the storm – EAT OUT!

Marionville Business Connect meeting is this Thursday 4pm Central Place with guest Interim Police Chief Mark Webb.

Trash will be picked up as soon as it can, leave your cart out until it is empty – then put it away so it doesn’t blow away.

Logan Park walking trail is moving forward. Watch for an upcoming ground breaking announcement soon.

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Good Place Marionville Podcast #70 Mark Webb Marionville Interim Police Chief

Police Chief Mark Webb has “failed at retirement”. Mark’s connection to Marionville brought him out of retirement not once but twice. Follow along as we hear about his dreams for policing Marionville which includes the concept of community policing. Mark wants to hear from the citizens – send ideas, comments, and suggestions to: Use the "texmy.gov" app, call City Hall at (417) 258-2466, the Police Department at 417-258-7578 or Dispatch at 417-316-6006

The Fire Department just received a grant for some new equipment.

The Applefest committee will start meeting for 2026 on January 26 at 6:30 p.m. at Centra Place. Come join us.

Marionville Business Connect January meeting with speaker Mark Webb will be Jan. 29th at 4pm at Central Place.

Central Place has an office for rent – call 417-677-8167

Get your Lions Club 2026 Calendar locally. Keep track of dates, display White Squirrel Pictures, and support the Lions Club.

Jan 14, 2026

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Good Place Marionville Podcast #69 Happy New Year

Happy New Year – thanks to all of our listeners for 2025! 4800 views and hundreds of listening hours. We mentioned the top podcasts for the year and also thanked our Sponsors! Bank of Billings Alpha Realty, Lions Club, Smart Insurance, and Central Place

Congrats to the Marionville Schools for great academic achievements this year.

Elevate Coffee is now serving lunch! Watch for the weekly menu and upcoming Ladies Game Night.

Mitch Boggs is back in session today, representing Lawrence County

Thank you for a wonderful season to all the Marionville Applefest committee members. If you would like to join this fantastic team for 2026, email Martha@iWork4Him.com

Central Place has offices for rent – call 417-677-8167

Jan 7, 2026

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Good Place Marionville Podcast #68 Christmas week with Martha Brangenberg

Jim is missing as an accident happened just as we were ready to record. So, he was on the scene, directing traffic and ensuring everyone's safety.

Christmas week can be full of making memories: Christmas light map https://maps.app.goo.gl/eMmYRu9xcfWxh.... Thank you Kalli Peoples, for putting this together.

12/9 Santa & His Deere event hosted by Bank of Billings and local businesses was a success.

12/13 Marionville Applefest hosted the Hometown Christmas parade with 50+ entries and after party at the Ozark Methodist Manor! School news: Last year 8th grade = 4th in State MAP for ELA & Math and 7th for Science Last year 6th grade ElA were 15th in state Middle School ranked 5th in State based on APR

City: Interim Police Chief Mark Webb City Hall website calendar page

New City Clerk Kriss Bliss Disc Golf course is now open at the City Park.

Candidate Filing is open until 12/31 call City Hall at 417-258-2466 City Hall will be closed 12/24, 12/25, 12/26, 1/1/26

First Responder news: New Fire Department volunteers

Business News: 4 B’s Studio Open House took place 12/13/25! More details coming soon.

University of Missouri Extension Office invites you to take this Lawrence County food survey: food access survey.

The 2025 Curb Appeal Award has come to completion. Congrats to the Carltons for winning Home of the Year. So many sponsors made this possible. See you all next year, working on your curb appeal!

Dec 22, 2025

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Good Place Marionville Podcast #67 All Things Christmas with Martha Brangenberg

December and all things Christmas are happening around town. Pretty lights, fun activities, and time together with friends and family. Get the details in today’s show, and be watching for more in the weeks to come, including the map for the lights in town!

Elves contest runs through 12/6/25. You can donate here: (a fun way to support the Fun Squad for Applefest) Elves contest giving form: https://pci.jotform.com/form/25317552...

12/9 from 5 – 7pm Tree lighting on the square and Santa and his Deere at the Coleman Vault sponsored by the Bank of Billings. Buy a bow for the tree (proceeds go to the Entertainment stage for Applefest): https://form.jotform.com/253247398339065

12/13 begin the day with coffee from Elevate Coffee and shop their pop-up event. Bamma Man will be onside for lunch. Stay til 4pm for the Hometown Christmas AND Parade, which ends at the Manor with the Christmas Story, gifts, Santa, and crafts. Parade Registration: https://form.jotform.com/253156187699069

School news: Angel Tree gifts were adopted – great community support. Our school district ranks 19th out of 460 K-12 schools in SW Missouri with a 92.8% score.

First Responder news: The Fireman’s Pancake breakfast was delicious and well supported

Non-profit news: The Community Thanksgiving Service and pie auction raised a lot of funds for the Christmas basket program here in town.

Dec 3, 2025

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Good Place Marionville Podcast # 66 Community Thanksgiving w/Jim and Martha Brangenberg

So much to be thankful for living in Marionville. Today, we're rapid-firing many different events that are starting to fill up our calendars!

School: Tonight 11/19 – Thanksgiving Feast at the Elementary Cafeteria 5-7pm

Angel Trees are up in the school offices and Bank of Billings – grab a tag and bless a child with gifts this Christmas Fill the food box at City Hall to help kids out of school this next week.

First Responder: The Fire Department has FREE smoke detectors for you. Contact KBowling@marionvillemo.gov Remember to change your filters too while the weather is changing and dust may cause you issues.

Community Thanksgiving Service Sunday night 11/23 6pm at Marionville Assembly of God. Enjoy the service and stay for the pie auction. Bring a pie or pies to auction off to raise funds for Christmas initiatives.

Library auction is Friday 12:30 – 5:30. Stop by this week to preview and some items may be purchased to help support the Library.

Santa and his Deere – 12/9 5pm – 7pm at The Coleman Vault with a tree lighting on the Square.

Hometown Christmas is 12/13 Parade starts at 4pm and festivities continue at The Manor with the Christmas Story, Santa, treats and crafts hosted by Marionville Applefest Committee Details and to sign up for the parade are on this event page:   / 1gcvyauvjb  

Before the parade enjoy some coffee at Elevate Coffee and shop the vendors at The Gathering.

Nov 19, 2025

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Good Place Marionville Podcast #65 Marionville Alum Bill Rowe

We never know where our childhood fun and connections will take us, but Bill Rowe has made “relationships” his top priority. Through his athletic abilities, education, and family ties he has pioneered many new programs and ideas. Listen in as we get to know Bill and also how he gave back to Marionville through the new turf football field. Friday night, Nov. 14th, Pregame starts at 6:30 – Kickoff at 7pm Marionville vs. Thayer. Travel to show your support or listen to live coverage on am940 – download and listen on the KSWM app or www.RadioTalon.com

Central Place has offices for rent – call 417-677-8167

Nov 12, 2025

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Good Place Marionville Podcast # 64 FBLA with students Bradin Gentry & Ysabelle Allhands

The Future Business Leaders of America club at Marionville High School helps students with leadership development and career preparedness. Bradin and Ysabelle are active members of FBLA and give us a behind-the-scenes peek at their activities. They will be creating a business and learning to create, market, and sell product. FBLA will be hosting the Marionville Business Connect meeting on Nov. 13th.

School news: FCA is sponsoring the Power Puff football game on 11/5/25 6:30pm. Entry donations go to Care to Learn.

Nov. 19th Care to Learn Thanksgiving fest is 5-7pm in the elementary cafeteria. The community is invited to attend.

Non-profit news: Marionville Ministerial Alliance Community Thanksgiving Service is Nov. 23th with a pie auction to follow at Marionville Assembly of God Church.

First Responder news: Be careful! As you start your furnace, be safe and make sure your smoke detectors are in good working condition.

Business News: The Gathering is available for rental – martha@iWork4Him.com

Around Town: Remember the food pantry at City Hall. Please fill it up and share it with your neighbors.

Central Place has offices for rent – call 417-677-8167

Nov 4, 2025

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Good Place Marionville Podcast #63 Jana Fulp Downtown Beauty Co.

Business ownership runs in Jana Fulp’s family, setting her up for success at the Downtown Beauty Co. Her mom owns Fulps Drycleaning, and her dad owns a sealing and striping company. Born and raised in Marionville, Jana wanted to run a business here as well. The story of securing her current location is pretty special, and the stories keep coming – old barber shop bar coming soon. Also, visit their Open House this Sunday 10/19 from 1-3pm for Photo booth and drawings!

First Responder news: new equipment has been received to help our firefighters.

Non-profit news: Christmas parade will be Dec. 13th. City: 9-hole disk golf course coming soon. Also, downtown & other roads are getting sealing, striping, and paving as well as crosswalks at the elementary and football field.

School news: Bank did great at Mountain Grove last weekend.

Business News: new businesses have opened downtown, including Elevate Coffee, The Gathering, and Downtown Beauty Co. Central Place has offices for rent – call 417-677-8167

Around Town: Sunday, Oct. 19, 1-5pm The Coleman Vault's Annual Sunday Family Funday

Norman has a Band-Aid!   / 1ajtxgv23s  

Several houses are being built, land is getting prepared, and homes are being renovated. This is GOOD news.

Oct 15, 2025

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Good Place Marionville Podcast #61 Tricia & Ali Peters Elevate Coffee

Business News: Ribbon-cutting and Grand Opening Events for The Gathering and Elevate Coffee are now in the books. A mother-daughter duo is running this downtown Marionville business together with the help of the family. Dad/husband Andrew – Happy Birthday today, Andrew! Has used his carpentry skills, and the others have pitched in as well. Hear about their dreams, plans, and all things coffee in this special episode. You can find details on special events and more by following Elevate Coffee Marionville

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Comet Closet is open today until 5:30pm If you have questions or would like to make a donation of gently used or new items, contact your building counselor or message the Care to Learn-Marionville Facebook page!   / caretolearnmarionville  

Congrats, Ted Young – Marionville Alumni, athlete, coach, teacher, bus driver, et al for being inducted into the Springfield Area Sports Hall of Fame.

Oct 8, 2025

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Good Place Marionville Podcast # 61 Jim & Martha Brangenberg The Gathering

Applefest – results are in, and fun was had by one and all. Come rain or shine – the parade must go on! Join the team as we start to prepare for Christmas! https://www.marionvilleapplefest.com/

Jim & Martha Brangenberg made Marionville their home a few years ago, and since arriving, they have renovated several properties, including their own home, Central Place, and now The Gathering. Lots of sweat equity has gone into restoring the property over the past 13 months, and this week it will be unveiled to the community and will host Elevate Coffee. Hear their story and then join them to cut the ribbon on Oct. 2 at 5pm and Grand Opening Oct. 4th 8am – 1pm at 24 E Washington St, Marionville, MO Podcast # 49 with Beth Hughes and Carol Bangle.    • Good Place Marionville Podcast #49  Carol ...   The Gathering will offer venue rental, a stage for live music, retail – local makers market, and Elevate Coffee – coffee, food, and baked goods.

First Responder news: Turkey rescue

Non-profit news: Ozark Methodist Manor's 100th Birthday celebration was a huge success.

Around Town: Curb Appeal Awards are going strong.

Business News: Downtown businesses are getting active.

Central Place has offices for rent – call 417-677-8167

Sep 30, 2025

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Good Place Marionville Podcast #60 Lions Club member Chuck Hicks

Civic organizations are the backbone of small towns. The Marionville Lions Club has been serving our community for over 85 years.

In today’s episode, we meet Chuck Hicks – Lions Member and all the great things the Lions help with here in town. You can get involved – join them for lunch on the 2nd or 4th Wednesday of the month at Alice Irene’s at Noon. Highlights include: Golf Tournament Fundraiser, Applefest booth – 1,000 FREE bottles of water, Eye tests, and much more.

The Lions will host another fundraising dinner in late winter – this time serving chicken and fish. Stay tuned for details.

Contact Marionvillelions@gmail.com or call President Aaron Head - Cell: 417-360-0679

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Sep 15, 2025

This episode of the Good Place Marionville Podcast is sponsored by The Marionville Lions Club

Good Place Marionville Podcast #59 Marionville Applefest Anna Brown Anna Brown – Applefest Secretary and Social Media Extraordinaire talks all things Applefest with Martha.

It takes so many volunteers & sponsors to make a town event like this happen. Please plan to join us for so much fun! Listen for all the details and pick up a copy of the Ad booklet to guide your weekend. Sept 19 & 20th. Parade signup: https://www.marionvilleapplefest.com/... Beauty Pageant: Join us Sat. at 4pm https://www.marionvilleapplefest.com/... Golden Delicious Pageant for 65+ contact Barbara Conn at cpmmbj53@gmail.com or 417-229-2074 by 9/15/25 Community Church Service: Thursday 9/18/25 at 6pm on the Square Contests: sign up for the Baking Contest, Marionville Idol, and Marionville’s Got Talent: https://www.marionvilleapplefest.com/... https://www.marionvilleapplefest.com/... Kids – Fun Squad: https://www.marionvilleapplefest.com/... Website for all the details: https://www.marionvilleapplefest.com/

First Responder News: Celebrates New Volunteers and New Equipment and Training.

Business News: Central Place has offices for rent – call 417-677-8167

Sep 8, 2025

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Good Place Marionville Podcast #58 with Nurse Practitioner Joy Bell of Mercy Clinic

Every town is blessed when it has a medical clinic to care for its residents' needs. Marionville is home to Mercy Clinic and NP Joy Bell and her team are there to take care of our health. Please get to know Joy and hear how her career journey led her to our town.

School news: Marionville Youth Football hosted its Jamboree this past weekend. Friday night 8/29 join the community for the dedication of the new turf football field.

First Responder news: Join the Fire Department and help us save property and respond to medical calls. Contact Kris Bowling at KBowling@marionvillemo.gov

Non-profit news: City of Hope hosted by the Marionville Ministerial Alliance was a great success.

Applefest starts on 9/18 with the Community Church Service and then all activities 9/19 & 9/20 Stay tuned for next week as our interview reveals all kinds of new attractions.

Business News: Central Place has offices for rent – call 417-677-8167

Aug 26, 2025

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