Inside Calhoun County Podcast

Holistic Defense, Career Development in the Public Defender’s Office

This time on Inside Calhoun County, Director David Makled discusses how Calhoun County’s Public Defender Office is expanding holistic defense so courts can see the person behind the case.  Makled also talks about the meaning behind Calhoun County's participation...

How Calhoun County Gets Roads Ready For Summer Construction

This time on Inside Calhoun County, Road Department Director Kristine Parsons discusses how the county shifts from a heavy winter response into pothole season and a packed summer construction schedule.  Episode ResourcesCalhoun County Road Department websiteCalhoun...

A New Recycle Center For Rural And Urban Calhoun County

This time on Inside Calhoun County, Assistant Director of Community Development Lucy Hough discusses a practical plan to build a drive-through recycle center.  The proposed center expands hours, adds year-round drop-offs for hard-to-recycle items, and boosts Calhoun...

Broadband Update: Closing The Digital Divide In Calhoun County

On this Inside Calhoun County, an update on the Calhoun County Broadband Task Force and its efforts to make high speed internet access available and more reliable. Communications Specialist Lynn Meikle traces how a grassroots effort grew into a county-backed plan to...

Public Health Department: Vaccines, Facts and Clarity

Calhoun County Medical Director Dr. William Nettleton answers nuanced questions parents often have about childhood vaccines, busts myths, and shares five key facts every family should know. Dr. Nettleton unpacks the federal cut from 17 to 11 recommended childhood...

Staying Safe When Winter Turns Dangerous

In this episode of Inside Calhoun County, Emergency Manager Lt. Chris Young shares practical steps to avoid cold injury, reduce crash risk on icy roads, and prepare your car so a long wait for help stays safe.  Episode ResourcesCalhoun County GovernmentCalhoun County...