Did Y’all Hear? A Cabarrus County Podcast

As part of Donate Life Month in 2018, Cabarrus County Commissioner Lynn Shue sat down for an extensive interview about his experiences as a two-time organ donation recipient and his over 20 years of service as an elected official with the Cabarrus County Board of Education and the Cabarrus County Board of Commissioners.  Lynn died on November 5, 2025. He was 71.  His journey taught him to pay special attention to "what matters most." He spent the last two decades of his life doing just that.  Read about Lynn's life here: https://www.cabarruscounty.us/News/Cabarrus-mourns-loss-of-longtime-%E2%80%98CabCo-Champion%E2%80%99 Learn more about becoming an organ donor here: https://donatelife.net/   HOST: Dominique Clark  PRODUCED BY: Jonathan Weaver and Claire Trammell

IT'S HALLOWEEN, and that means one thing: it's time for a few more stories about the ghosts of CabCo. Luckily, John Eury of the Cabarrus County Public Library has us covered. This year, he's celebrating the season with a big batch of tales and he's taking the show around to all five library branches. This episode of Did Y'all Hear? collects several stories John told during a recent session in Kannapolis. Those include The Poltergeists of the Poor House The Ghosts of Idiot Circle The Haunted Horseman of Memorial Garden The Shrieking Spirit of Reed Gold Mine View the accompanying Powerpoint presentation here: https://www.canva.com/design/DAG3FwOuX20/Iw9JZqcSLZ237tOCdPloXg/edit?utm_content=DAG3FwOuX20&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=sharebutton If you want to catch John in person, you have three more chances: He’ll be at the Afton Ridge library branch on October 28 at 6 p.m., the Midland branch on October 29 at 5:30 p.m. and the Mt. Pleasant branch on October 30 at 6 p.m. HOST: Dominique Clark GUEST: John Eury SPECIAL GUEST SCREAMER: Montressa Hunter PRODUCED BY: Cabarrus County Communications and Outreach   

The Cabarrus County Fair isn't just an event. It's a tradition. Join us as we celebrate the opening of the 2025 edition of the annual event. On this episode, we're walking the midway to talk to fairgoers, swinging by the popular pig races and learning about the important agricultural heritage of the event. Finally, we'll head to the newest addition: a full professional rodeo.  The Cabarrus County Fair is open through September 13, 2025. Visit cabarruscountyfair.com for information on all the discount nights and activities planned for this week. The rodeo returns for two more nights: September 12 and 13. Tickets for both events are available onsite.  Stay updated on all the latest County information by visiting cabarruscounty.us/CabGo. There you can connect with this podcast, our social media channels, the CabConnect bi-weekly newsletter and much, much more. HOST: Dominique Clark PRODUCED BY: Cabarrus County Communications and Outreach 

As head of Monarch, Dr. Peggy Terhune is one of many helping to realize the vision for the Stephen M. Morris Behavioral Health Center. As the center takes shape, we sat down with Terhune to learn about her organization, which touts a vision of "a world where all people can achieve their unique potential." We’ll also hear from Cabarrus County Behavioral Health Director Dr. Kamilah McKissick about the County's communitywide collaborative efforts and visit a recent NAMIWalks event, where even a powerful rainstorm didn’t stop the show of solidarity for awareness, support and advocacy for behavioral health. HELP IS AVAILABLE If you or a loved one is struggling with a mental health crisis, free, confidential help is available 24/7. Trained crisis counselors can be reached at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988 or 1-800-273-8255.  Other resources: Mental Health America of Central Carolinas: https://mhaofcc.org/ NAMI Cabarrus: https://namicabarrus.org/ Partners' 24/7 Help Line: 888-235-4673 Atrium Health 24/7 Behavioral Health Hotline: 704-444-2400 Daymark 24/7 Crisis Hotline: 877-492-2785 HOST Dominique Clark  GUESTS Dr. Peggy Terhune Dr. Kamilah McKissick  

MAT stands for Medication Assisted Treatment. But for many Cabarrus residents, it means so much more. MAT uses FDA-approved medications along with education, resource connection and primary care to help those battling addiction. The program, funded by Cabarrus County’s portion of the national Opioid Settlement Fund, is a collaborative effort to help ensure all residents have a chance to thrive.   On this episode, we’re exploring the inception of the program and providing an inside look at how MAT Community Paramedics are meeting people where they are and providing clients with a life-changing service. For more information on the MAT program or to get help, call 704-920-2600 and select option 6. HOST Dominique Clark, Communications Manager GUESTS  Nicole Wayne, EMS Community Paramedic Kara Clarke, EMS Deputy Chief and MAT Program Manager Dr. Aalece Pugh, Assistant County Manager PRODUCED BY Cabarrus County Communications and Outreach  

In Cabarrus County farming isn’t just a job ... it’s a legacy. For generations, farmers have formed the backbone of our community, nurturing the food on our tables and shaping the land we call home. Cooperative Extension Livestock and Field Crops Agent Sarah Newman is taking on a mission to preserve the stories of those Century Farms. On this episode, we talk to Sarah about the Century Farms project and visit two local farmers connected to 100-plus-year-old operations.   Learn more about all the local N.C. Cooperative Extension services and programs by visiting https://cabarrus.ces.ncsu.edu/ or call 704-920-3310. The Cabarrus County Extension Center is located at 715 Cabarrus Ave. W, Concord.  HOST Dominique Clark, Communications Manager GUESTS  Sarah Newman, Livestock and Field Crops Agent Eddie Moose, Cabarrus Farmer Louis Suther, Cabarrus Farmer PRODUCED BY Cabarrus County Communications and Outreach

In early December, North Carolina Department of Transportation crews removed the old Stonewall Jackson Training School footbridge over Old Charlotte Road. Soon, plenty more could be in store for the property. In this episode, we're exploring the iconic site's fascinating past and potential future.  HOST: Dominique Clark GUESTS: Jonathan Marshall, former Deputy County Manager  Nolan Dahm, Programs and Exhibits Manager for the Charlotte Museum of History Michael Anderson, Cabarrus photographer and lifelong county resident Kelly Sifford, Assistant County Manager PRODUCED BY:  Cabarrus County Communications and Outreach

During the Cabarrus County Fair in September, we set up a couple of microphones and a portable mixer and posed a simple question to fairgoers: What makes you thankful? The responses ranged from hilarious to heartwarming and everything in between. In this episode, YOU share the treasures in your life.  In addition to a whole bunch of appreciation, we'll hear from Communications and Outreach members Jonathan Weaver, Dominique Clark, Jarrett Glass, Tiffany Powell and Jaelyn McCrea on the experience of gathering nearly 200 voices that gave thanks for family, friends, faith, good health and more (like spaghetti and coffee, in that order).  Here's hoping you have a wonderful holiday and continue giving thanks throughout the year.  HOST: Dominique Clark PRODUCED BY: Cabarrus County Communications and Outreach        

Carol Soles is a Blizzard-makin’, Bach-playin’, cake-bakin’, bankruptcy advisin’ head of a very important County department. That importance is particularly so this year as she oversees the local process for the presidential election (and plenty of other important local races.)  Carol calls it her department’s "Super Bowl." You know it as the 2024 General Election.  On this episode, we talk with Carol about her winding path to becoming Elections Director. Then we get the inside scoop from Carol and other team members on what YOU need to know for Election 2024. Get a wealth of voting information and resources at cabarruscounty.us/elections or call 704-920-2860. For statewide information, visit www.ncsbe.gov. GUESTS: Carol Soles, Elections Director Wyatt Newsome, Deputy Elections Director Irma Carrasquillo-Carballo, Elections Coordinator HOST: Dominique Clark PRODUCED BY : Cabarrus County Communications and Outreach

On this episode of Did Y'all Hear?, we're going behind bars at the Cabarrus County Detention Center to explore an inspiring collaboration among the Cabarrus County Sheriff’s Office, the Cabarrus County Library System and a dedicated group of volunteers. Together, they're staging a literacy program that transforms some inmates, providing them with the hope and skills they need to reintegrate into society.   As Inmate Program Coordinator Charlotte Windley says: "They just need that one little light to let them know somebody cares."  HOST: Dominique Clark GUESTS: Cabarrus County Sheriff's Capt. Joel Wallace Cabarrus County Sheriff's Inmate Program Coordinator Charlotte Windley Cabarrus County Library Literacy Services Coordinator Aaron Clay Volunteers Lallie Harling-Cummings and Tom Brown Inmates Melissa, Ashley, Sheila, Kimberly, Corey and Paul