Tell us about your family: Married to Daniel Serke since 2013, two boys, ages 9 & 7.
What do you do to unwind? I love walking, and nature. One of my favorite places to unwind is at the Falls of the Ohio.
Where would we find your books... in an app or on a shelf? Both! And on the nightstand.
What is your favorite movie? Moonrise Kingdom
The United States is.... full of natural wonder. I am a big fan of our country’ s“ greatest idea,” the National Parks.
What is your motto?“ If you aren’ t suffering you aren’ t having fun.” I got this motto from my marriage- it’ s from my husband’ s family.
I owe it all to.... My family and friends. I am so lucky to have a loving supportive family and lifelong friends.
Devin Payne
Age: 35 Hometown: New Albany
Education: U of L, BA English Literature WKU, MA Folk Studies / Historic Preservation
Job Responsibilities: Southeast Regional Director for State Historic Sites for the Indiana State Museum
Fun fact about you: I am a songwriter and my band released an album in late 2025.
Where do you find your inspiration? Nature
Where do you volunteer? Squallis Puppeteers, New Albany Mainstreet, Fund for the Arts
Why do you volunteer? I love spreading the joy of art and culture in my community. I truly think everyone is an artist, and deserves the opportunity to create. I love local business and want vibrant downtowns and communities that thrive on local investment.
Tell us about your family: I was born and raised in New Albany, Indiana, and I am proud to serve the community that shaped me. I have been married to my husband, Bryce, for eight years- and together we’ re raising our two children, Jack( 5) and Sawyer( 1).
What do you do to unwind? At home, outside on our little piece of land. My favorite way to unwind is sitting on the porch swing while watching our kids, dogs, and chickens play in the yard. It’ s peaceful, grounding, and my favorite way to reset after a busy day.
Madison Hollabaugh
Age: 29 Hometown: New Albany
Education: I graduated from Ivy Tech Community College with an Associate Degree in Nursing and became a Registered Nurse. Receiving my education locally helped shaped my strong ties to Southern Indiana and inspired my passion for serving my community through healthcare.
Job Responsibilities: I had the honor of opening Bristol Hospice’ s first location in Indiana in September 2025, helping establish a foundation of high-quality care, strong leadership, and trusted community presence. I serve as the Executive Director of Operations for Bristol Hospice New Albany.
Where would we find your books... in an app or on a shelf? On a shelf! I am old school and love flipping actual pages.
What is your favorite movie? Sweet Home Alabama. A classic!
The United States is.... a country built on hope, hard work, and the power of community.
What is your motto?“ Work hard, stay humble, and love people well.”
I owe it all to.... Jesus and my family, whose love and guidance have shaped who I am.
Fun fact about you: I can run a hospice organization and negotiate bedtime with a five-year-old in the same day!
Where do you find your inspiration? I find inspiration in both my family and the patients and families we serve. Walking alongside people during some of life’ s most meaningful moments is a daily reminder of what truly matters. My children remind me why my work matters, and the families we care for remind me daily of the power of compassion and resilience.
Where do you volunteer? I actively lead and organize community food drives through Bristol Hospice in partnership with local facilities and organizations. Our most recent food drive brought together dozens of community partners and collected over $ 2,000 canned goods and food.
Why do you volunteer? Giving back to the community that raised me is incredibly important to me. Serving others is at the core of who I am. My faith taught me that we are called to show up for people in meaningful ways. My work in hospice care constantly reminds me how important compassion and community are.
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