Henderson County Conversations

Episode 15, Suicide Prevention Month

In Episode 15 of the Henderson County Conversations, Mike Morgan and Melissa Witmeier, Public Health Strategist with the Health Department, have a discussion about September being National Suicide Prevention Month.  This podcast discusses topics related to suicide, including personal stories and sensitive content. Please take care when listening, and if you need support, contact 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline or 211 for links to resources and services in our community.

Episode 14, Preparedness Month

In Episode 14 of the Henderson County Conversations Podcast, September is National Preparedness Month, and Chief Communication Officer Mike Morgan is joined by Emergency Management Planner and Preparedness Coordinator Victoria Cortes to discuss how County residents can be prepared for disasters and emergencies.  

Episode 13, The Budget and a Goodbye

In Episode 13 of the Henderson County Conversations Podcast, Mike Morgan sits down with Assistant County Manager Amy Brantley for a deep dive into the budget process. We also have a chance to say goodbye to Amy as she will be retiring at the end of June after 25 years of service to Henderson County and 32 years total in Local Government work. Thanks for all you have done for the residents of Henderson County!

Episode 12, Mental Health Awareness Month

In Episode 12 of the Henderson County Conversations Podcast, May is Mental Health Awareness Month.  Jodi Grabowski, Department of Strategic Behavorial Health Director and Juliana Whitaker, Community Health Improvement Specialist, joins Mike Morgan to discuss mental health and the #YouMatterHendo campaign.

Episode 11, Construction Updates

In Episode 11 of our Henderson County Conversations Podcast, Mike Morgan is joined by Capital Projects Construction Manager Bryan Rhodes and Facility Services Director Andrew Griffin for updates on County construction projects. From the Ecusta Trail to the Veteran Service's Building, they update all things construction!

Episode 10, Health Director Retirement

In Episode 10 of the Henderson County Conversations Podcast, Mike Morgan sits down with Health Director Steve Smith to discuss his upcoming retirement. Steve reflects on his 30-year career, and the last 10 years with Henderson County.  

Episode 9, Farmland Preservation Taskforce

In Episode 9 of our Henderson County Conversations Podcast, Mike Morgan is joined by Business and Community Development Director Christopher Todd and Planner 1 for Henderson County Liz Hanson to discuss the creation of the Henderson County Farmland Preservation Taskforce.

Episode 8, Talkin' Trash with Marcus Jones

In Episode 8 of our Henderson County Conversations, Mike Morgan sits down with County Engineer Marcus Jones to talk some trash!  Marcus knows all things Solid Waste in the County.  From the new third bay at our transfer station, to recycling, Mike and Marcus are Talkin' Trash!

Episode 7, Volunteer Boards and Committees

In Episode 7 of Henderson County Conversations, Mike Morgan sits down with County Manager John Mitchell and Clerk to the Board of Commissioners Denisa Lauffer to discuss the vital role all 37 volunteer boards and committees play in Henderson County Government.

Episode 6, Four Seasons Senior Games

In Episode 6 of Henderson County Conversations, Mike Morgan sits down with Parks & Recreation Director Bruce Gilliam and Senior Games Director Lynn Metcalf to discuss all their staff does for recreation in the County and to share plans for this year's Senior Games, which begin April 30th.