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  • Abby Credit Union Helps Make Tipp’s Holidays “Storybook” — And Gives Back All Year - Downtown Lowdown, Episode 26

    Abby Credit Union Helps Make Tipp’s Holidays “Storybook” — And Gives Back All Year - Downtown Lowdown, Episode 26
    Dec 10 2025
    Abbey Credit Union Helps Make Tipp’s Holidays “Storybook” — And Gives Back All YearAbbey Credit Union’s first holiday season in Tipp City is off to a busy, heartwarming start, with leaders describing a “storybook” Christmas downtown, a wildly popular hot chocolate station, and a slate of community-focused programs rolling through the winter. Representatives from the member-owned financial cooperative joined the Tasha Weaver on the Downtown Lowdown podcast to talk about sponsoring the Downtown Tipp City Partnership (DTCP) Christmas parade, why they chose Tipp City for their fourth branch, and how they plan to keep giving back through loans, donations and simple warm gestures. Parade Sponsorship And A “Free” Night OutChief Experience Officer Lisa Burke, Tipp City Branch Manager Danielle Daugherty, and Director of Community Relations Patty Anderson said Abbey Credit Union signed on as presenting sponsor for the DTCP Christmas parade because it is a major community event that brings families together. They praised Tipp’s downtown as a “storybook” setting and said they wanted to support an evening where families could make memories without worrying about cost. Abbey’s hot chocolate station drew an estimated 500 cups’ worth of traffic and even ran out, a sign of both demand and the event’s growth over last year. With hot chocolate, hot dogs, chili and cookies offered free through various partners, the parade and tree lighting gave families a no-cost night out. Why Abbey Came To Tipp CityThe Tipp branch is Abbey Credit Union’s fourth location, joining Vandalia, West Milton and Troy, and was driven by a long-standing member base in the community. Burke said Tipp City had always been on their radar, and when the former bank building on County Road 25A became available, the credit union moved quickly—opening within three days of getting the keys. Staff said the warm welcome from the DTCP, the Chamber of Commerce and local businesses confirmed they had chosen the right place. They noted that many existing Abbey members who previously traveled to other cities are now happy to have a branch close to home at 5129 S. County Road 25A. Supporting Small Business And Shopping LocalThe Abbey team said their grand opening set the tone for how they wanted to operate in Tipp: by promoting and partnering with small businesses. For that event, they intentionally worked with local shops and spent time walking downtown, meeting merchants and building relationships that have continued through regular shopping and collaboration. Tipp-opoly Games Now At AbbeyWith the seasonal Tipp-opoly board game selling briskly at a temporary pop-up on South Second Street, Abbey Credit Union has agreed to be one of the next retail locations once the pop-up closes. Beginning this week, residents will be able to walk into the Tipp branch and purchase Tipp-opoly alongside other select downtown outlets. Co-host Greg Enslen joked that demand might resemble a Black Friday rush, with customers “fighting” over the locally themed games—though staff quickly reassured listeners that any such scuffles would at least be caught on Abby’s security cameras! Weaver encouraged listeners who have not yet purchased a game to stop by Abbey to pick one up and say hello to the branch team. Holiday Loan Specials And New Account DonationsFor December, Abbey is offering a holiday loan special: a 12‑month loan at 8.99% interest for qualified members. The Tipp branch is also tying new memberships directly to local support by funding each new account with the $5 minimum deposit and donating $20 per new account to Tipp Monroe Community Services, up to $1,000. Director Patty Anderson said program funds can be used wherever the nonprofit sees the greatest need, from summer lunches to school backpacks, giving the agency flexibility to respond to families. Beyond financial products, Abbey is launching a “Warm Wishes” initiative in all branches this winter, stocking small care packages such as gloves or other cold-weather items for members who come in and need a little extra warmth. Branches are also selling $1 candy bars to benefit Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals through the Credit Unions for Kids program, reviving a fundraiser the credit union has run in past years. In addition, all four locations are collecting nonperishable food in barrels for First Place Food Pantry in Troy and business attire for the “Clothes That Work” program, which helps job seekers with resume support, training and appropriate clothing for interviews. Looking Ahead: Digital Upgrades And Member FocusAs Abbey looks to 2026, Burke said the credit union is investing in a stronger digital presence, including a revamped website and updates to its mobile app, guided by direct feedback from members. Abbey’s leaders emphasized that as a member-owned institution, they work for their members rather than outside shareholders, and that philosophy shapes ...
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    26 m
  • New Chamber Director and Gala TONIGHT - Downtown Lowdown, Episode 25

    New Chamber Director and Gala TONIGHT - Downtown Lowdown, Episode 25
    Dec 3 2025
    Downtown Lowdown Spotlights New Chamber Director And Growing CollaborationA recent episode of the Downtown Lowdown podcast introduced listeners to Samantha McFadden, the new executive director of the Tip City Chamber of Commerce, highlighting her community-focused background, early initiatives, and a deepening partnership with the Downtown Tipp City Partnership. McFadden joined host Tasha Weaver and co-host Greg Enslen to talk about networking programs, upcoming Chamber events, and the importance of collaboration in a small-but-busy business community. Coffee With Champions And Community NetworkingMcFadden shared that one of her favorite parts of her first five weeks on the job has been “Coffee with Champions,” a Tuesday-morning networking gathering held weekly at the Chamber office at 12 S. Third St. at 9 a.m. The informal meetup, sponsored by the Chamber, gives Chamber members and guests a chance to connect personally first and then on a business level, with attendees encouraged to drop in as their schedules allow. Weaver noted that the program has helped her, as a transplant, feel more connected to local professionals by creating a space where most of the conversation is about life, family, and interests rather than just work. While the Chamber targets members, McFadden said the first few visits are open to anyone who wants to see whether the group is a good fit. Chamber Joins Christmas ParadeThe episode also recapped the recent Downtown Tipp City Partnership Christmas Parade and tree lighting, where the Chamber participated with a family-filled golf cart entry. McFadden, staff member Stacy, and their children rode together after borrowing a cart from Christina at Monroe Federal, prompting an on-air brainstorm about future golf cart “races” and a need for more carts in next year’s parade. Weaver used the moment to invite residents with golf carts to volunteer them for future Partnership or Chamber events by emailing her at Tasha@downtowntipcity.org. Both organizations agreed golf carts help more groups join the parade, especially on cold November nights, and floated the idea of building a shared list of willing cart owners. Annual Gala, Awards, And Big-Event LogisticsMuch of the conversation focused on the Chamber’s annual gala at Arbogast, to be held December 3 and held the first Wednesday in December, which McFadden stepped in to shepherd after only a few weeks on the job. Tickets for this year’s 6 p.m. event closed before the episode aired, but the hosts described it as a “who’s who of Tipp” evening featuring dinner, awards, and a chance to see former director Meredith McKee, who continues to assist the Chamber. McFadden explained that while some framework for the gala was in place before she started, she had to quickly finalize menus with Mrs. B’s Catering, manage RSVPs, awards, and seating charts amid the Thanksgiving holiday. She credited Stacy as her “right-hand woman” for helping navigate the details, comparing banquet seating to the complexity of wedding table assignments and noting how quickly such events become expensive and intricate. From Foster Care To Business AdvocacyWhen asked why she pursued the Chamber role, McFadden pointed to her background in foster care recruitment and retention in Montgomery and Hamilton counties, where she organized events and built long-term relationships with foster families. She said she was looking for a way to step out of the emotional weight of foster care work while still serving the community, and the Chamber’s emphasis on relationship-building and support felt like a natural fit. McFadden spotted the executive director opening on Indeed, recognizing that the responsibilities were similar to what she had been doing—organizing programs, recruiting participants, and sustaining engagement—while shifting the focus from vulnerable children to local businesses. The Chamber’s board, along with staff like Stacy and others, helped her transition in as they moved from a period of heavy board involvement back to a more typical staff-led model. Taste Of Tipp, Golf Outing, And Space NeedsLooking ahead, McFadden previewed several planned 2026 Chamber events, including the annual golf outing and the return of Taste of Tipp. The golf outing is tentatively scheduled for July 30, giving businesses and golfers a summer date to add to their calendars even as details continue to be finalized. Taste of Tipp is planned for spring—likely late April or early May—but currently lacks a venue, as the Chamber searches for a location with enough capacity to host participating restaurants and guests. Weaver empathized, noting the broader challenge of finding large event spaces in Tipp City, with examples like the Roller Mill’s roughly 100-person capacity. Growing Collaboration Between Chamber And PartnershipThroughout the episode, Weaver and McFadden emphasized the growing collaboration between the Downtown Tipp City Partnership and the ...
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    33 m
  • Lisa Talks Library - Downtown Lowdown, Episode 24

    Lisa Talks Library - Downtown Lowdown, Episode 24
    Nov 26 2025

    The Heart of Every Town is the Library

    By: Abbi Heckel

    This week's guest on the Downtown Lowdown features Lisa Santucci. You may know her as the Tipp City Librarian but, how much do you know about where she came from? Lisa started her journey into the Librarian world by working at a Mathematics library in Pittsburg. This was a part time gig while she worked towards obtaining a degree in business. While working for the library something shifted from wanting a business degree to pursuing the gateways of imagination. Lisa worked in about every type of library you can imagine but, Science libraries quickly became her passion. Eventually, Lisa followed her heart to Tipp City, Ohio where she now resides and began her job at the Tipp City Library.

    What does the Tipp City Library offer that you may not be aware of? Besides providing books at your convenience with no cost there is an astonishing amount of services that the library supplies. During the Covid pandemic the Tipp City library started a curbside book delivery alongside giving out over 50,000 covid tests to those in need! Not to mention they hand cleaned every book to ensure the public’s safety. Those covid tests are still available today as well as many other products you might not know you could borrow.

    The library also offers everyday items for check-out. Such as, knee-scooters, walkers, pool crimpers, cones for drivers tests and so much more. You just need your library card in order to obtain these. If you are in need of something, have an idea or want to donate an item for this cause Lisa always keeps her door open to the public. You just need your library card. If you are looking for a specific book and you can’t find it in your area there are 215 different libraries in Ohio that will package and deliver your book to you. So now you have no excuse to not read that one book you’ve been putting off!

    With how much the library does for the community we should aim to protect and preserve them as well. Libraries create opportunities for people who otherwise may struggle to educate themselves about the world around them. They are the heart of every city. So, make sure to get a library card. But maybe don’t trust her around gas nozzles though... She has a tendency to drive off with them still attached to her car.
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    45 m
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