Fayette Focus

Inspired by a small local bar near Wheeling, West Virginia, the name and feel of Vito's teahouse was born. Fayette County transplant and friend of the pod, Amy, talks about the community she is fostering at Vito's. She speaks with us about the work she does on the Uniontown Downtown Development Authority and the hopes they have for revitalizing our area. Step into the speakeasy and stay awhile!

Robert Hensley is an award-winning creative working in the entertainment industry, whose work has been seen on stage and screen, including earning a Daytime Emmy nomination for makeup artistry. In addition to being a professional artist, Robert is a certified sound therapist and meditation leader specializing in Personal Rewilding, a practice which helps others to reconnect to the natural world. He continues to work with individual clients and to teach classes and workshops nationwide. His business, Robert Hensley Nature Reconnect, is based in Fayette County, Pennsylvania.

This week, we sit down with our neighbor and friend, retired Chief Warrant Officer 3 Tena Myers.We moved into the neighborhood six months after Tena and her family, and we connected immediately. Tena has a heart of gold and an unwavering spirit. She has seamlessly woven the leadership skills and values from her Navy career into every aspect of civilian life. Whether leading initiatives at her church or stepping up whenever someone in the community needs help.

For our Inaugural episode, we sit down with the President of the Legacy of Hope Center in Fayette County. We learn what inspired Marrie to take on a role within the community, whether it be pastor, mother, or non-profit leader.