Junkyard Jibber Jabber (Episode 1)

Devon Zapatka '24, T.J. Butkus '24, Noah Zupan '26, and Milon Griswold '25 • February 12, 2024

(Graphic by Kyle Brennan)

WOODBURY — From the agricultural mechanics shop of Nonnewaug High School comes the first episode of Junkyard Jibber Jabber. On the first episode, the guys covered the tool of the month (the ratcheting wrench), the car brand of the month (Volvo), and what’s new in the automotive industry.

Junkyard Jibber Jabber is hosted by T.J. Butkus, Devon Zapatka, Noah Zupan, and Milon Griswold. The guys take a sit-down approach to tools, cars, and the ever-changing world of mechanical devices. The looks to walk through their experiences and opinions on mechanics-related topics while discussing the news about the automotive industry.

(Sound effects via WeVideo)

About the Contributors

Devon Zapatka '24, Senior Editor

Devon Zapatka is a senior editor at the Nonnewaug Chief Advocate who reports on sports and ag/FFA news. Devon is from Oakville. His accolades include being the 2023 state champion for the Connecticut FFA Mechanics competition, a member of the Woodbury FFA Timber Team, a previous member of livestock showing teams and member of several FFA committees, an avid soccer athlete for both Nonnewaug along with a club, and a student studying in the field of aquaculture through the FFA. Devon hopes to attend college and blend engineering with hydroponic and aquaponic farming while still being able to compete in soccer.

T.J. Butkus '24, Reporter

T.J. Butkus is a writer for the Chief Advocate. He lives on a farm in Bethlehem. As a first-year reporter, writing stories seemed interesting to him, which is what caused him to join.

Noah Zupan '26, Reporter

Noah Zupan is a sophomore at NHS and is a writer for the NHS Chief Advocate. He is from Seymour and is a part of the ag program. As a staff writer, Noah likes to write about the ag program and the outdoors.

Milon Griswold '25, Ag/FFA Editor

Milon Griswold is a senior at Nonnewaug, and he is an editor for the NHS Chief Advocate. He is from Bethlehem. Growing up around trucks, tractors, and everything agriculture, he enjoys writing about the ag program.