Cast of Hobart, Ohio

A partial register of known residents, associates, and suspicious persons.

Hobart is home to a colorful and questionably functioning collection of citizens. The following individuals have been observed in and around the village limits. Further sightings should be reported to the Office of Civic Communications.

Main Cast

Dale Bob Adkins, Jr. Age: 32 – Proprietor, Dale Bob’s Route 3 Quik Pit Stop & Party Shop

Once the reluctant heir to a gas station, now the equally reluctant face of small business in Hobart. DBJ spends his days fixing pumps, dodging paperwork, and questioning every life choice that led him here. The Pit Stop somehow remains open, stocked, and mildly flammable.

Stevie Age: 2¾ – Midnight Sanitation Specialist

Raccoon. Public menace. Town legend. Named by Dale Sr., who found her and apparently had opinions about Fleetwood Mac. Stevie roams the streets at night in a reflective vest she may or may not have stolen. Seen operating heavy machinery, moving traffic cones, and eating anything that crackles. Her origin remains unknown. Her union status is under review.

Charlotte “Punky” Rose Age: 30 – Owner, Punky’s Pizza

DBJ’s best friend since ninth grade. Bought an old pizza joint on Court Street and brought it back to life through sheer spite and dough. Came from money, doesn’t act like it. Has a master’s degree she doesn’t mention and a dog named Chunky whose whereabouts are currently unclear. Do not call her Charlotte.

Dale Bob Adkins, Sr. Age: 62 – Retired Go-Kart Champion, Former Pit Stop Owner

Raced go-karts professionally. Actually raced them – won things. Now lives at the Alma Trailer Park, soups up his lawn mower, and watches anime. Handed the Pit Stop to his son and considers this an act of generosity. Named a raccoon after Stevie Nicks. First appearance: Episode 13.

Also Spotted

Dr. Jamie Prescott Age: 30 – MD / DVM, Hobart Human and Animal Clinic

Went away to medical school and came back somehow qualified to treat both species. Serves as Hobart’s physician, veterinarian, and occasional wildlife negotiator. Beloved, exhausted, and far too competent for this ZIP code.

Clint Vance Age: 34 – West Virginia State Trooper

Regularly crosses the bridge into Hobart “on official business.” Everyone knows it’s because he’s hopelessly devoted to Dr. Prescott. No jurisdiction. Flawless cursive. Arrives just after something weird happens and stays longer than anyone asked.

D-Ron (Darrell Ronald Hyde III) Age: 29 – Drive-Thru Operator, Taco Well

Local philosopher, part-time operator, full-time presence. Known for late-night monologues through the drive-thru speaker and an uncanny ability to vanish mid-shift. Comes off like he’s not paying attention. He usually is.

Russell “Rusty” Cobb Age: 50 – Owner, Rusty’s Auto Repair

Runs his shop on Mulberry Street like a man who has always lived exactly this way. Talks while he works, usually to the car. Has a conspiracy board that takes up most of one wall – nobody asks about it, and he doesn’t explain it. Never charges for his work. Nobody knows how he makes money. His dog Cecil looks like trouble and isn’t.

From the Office of the Mayor

Mayor Velma T. Chiggins Occupation: Mayor of Hobart (missing, presumed administrative)

Elected in 1999. Hasn’t been seen in some time. Her portrait still hangs in Village Hall. Her parking space remains unclaimed. Her influence endures, mostly through paperwork signed before she disappeared.

The Press Secretary Occupation: Press Secretary and Communications, Village of Hobart

No one remembers exactly when the Press Secretary arrived, only that they started speaking on behalf of Mayor Chiggins long after the Mayor stopped appearing in public. Their statements are always phrased in the passive voice. Locals disagree who the Press Secretary works for.

More residents are emerging every week – from clinic staff and PAL-TV volunteers to county officials and wandering raccoons. The [Hobart Herald] and [PAL-TV] log new sightings as they occur.

The cast list will expand as citizens, officials, and animals are properly documented. If you believe you’ve encountered someone not listed here, please file Form CX-12: Civic Census Continuity with Village Hall, c/o The Press Secretary.