Please note that due to video issues, this is an audio episode only. To catch Bill's smiling face follow him on Facebook or catch his podcast Sports Talk lined below.

The ThriveIN Podcast trio sits down with Wabash County youth sports legend Bill Barrows for a heartfelt conversation about service, leadership, and community. From his impactful years at the YMCA to being named the 2019 Distinguished Citizen of the Year, Bill’s legacy is woven into the fabric of local athletics and youth development.

A familiar voice at countless local sporting events, Bill has spent decades announcing games, building quality youth programs, and investing his time where it matters most—kids and families. As a husband, father, and grandfather, he reflects on the changes he’s witnessed in Wabash County, the values that have guided his work, and what continues to make him proud to call this place home.

To catch Bill's podcast hosted by the Wabash County Museum, you can listen here: https://www.youtube.com/@WabashCountyMuseum or https://www.wabashmuseum.org/

This episode is a tribute to dedication, mentorship, and the lasting impact one person can have on an entire community.

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A heartfelt thank-you to our community partners—The City of Wabash, Lisa Gilman Investment Fund, Sandra Kunkel Trust, Mark & Amy Ford, PaperWorks Industries, the Community Foundation of Wabash County, and Visit Wabash County—for helping bring this podcast to life. This podcast is produced in partnership with Destination Wabash County.

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A Legacy of Leadership: Bill Barrows