Inside Your County Government

Here's a brief update from the October 27, 2026 Board of County Commissioners meeting.Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast -  and be sure to like and subscribe.  We’re also available on YouTube.   Search Charles County CommissionersAnd Stay Connected for all County news, information, and programs by visiting www.CharlesCountyMD.gov/StayConnected 

Caregiving is one of the hardest jobs out there, and it often goes unrecognized. In this episode of Inside Your County Government, Doria Fleisher of the Media Services Division talks with Holly Conley, Long Term Care Supervisor with the Charles County Department of Community Services, about the support available to family caregivers and the seniors they care for.Holly explains who counts as a family caregiver (spouses, adult children, neighbors, church members, and anyone providing unpaid care). She covers how the National Family Caregiver Support Program helps the person giving care, and what respite care looks like, from in-home help to adult day programs. She also shares the signs of caregiver burnout, financial assistance options that may be more within reach than you think, and simple ways neighbors and community groups can help.Not sure where to start? Call the Maryland Access Point, the "no wrong door" line, at 301-934-0103 for assessments, information, and referrals.Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast -  and be sure to like and subscribe.  We’re also available on YouTube.   Search Charles County CommissionersAnd Stay Connected for all County news, information, and programs by visiting www.CharlesCountyMD.gov/StayConnected 

This is a RE AIR :Agriculture has been a cornerstone of Charles County for generations — shaping our landscape, supporting our local economy, and preserving the rural character that makes our community unique.In this episode of Inside Your County Government, host Brent Huber sits down with Molly Meehan, Agriculture and Rural Development Manager with the Charles County Economic Development Department, to explore the role agriculture continues to play in our county today.From family farms and farmland preservation to agritourism and new opportunities for farmers, this conversation highlights how agriculture is evolving — and why it still matters.Learn how Charles County supports local farmers, protects open space, and how residents can connect with and support local agriculture.In this episode:What agriculture looks like in Charles County todayThe economic and community impact of farmingFarmland preservation and rural characterPrograms supporting local farmersAgritourism and diversificationWays residents can support local agricultureLearn more about Agriculture in Charles County:Shop Local Farmshttps://www.meetcharlescounty.com/shoplocalfarmsThanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast -  and be sure to like and subscribe.  We’re also available on YouTube.   Search Charles County CommissionersAnd Stay Connected for all County news, information, and programs by visiting www.CharlesCountyMD.gov/StayConnected 

Here's a brief update from the October 20, 2026 Board of County Commissioners meeting.Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast -  and be sure to like and subscribe.  We’re also available on YouTube.   Search Charles County CommissionersAnd Stay Connected for all County news, information, and programs by visiting www.CharlesCountyMD.gov/StayConnected 

What does it mean for Charles County to have a sister city in Africa? In this episode of Inside Your County Government, Doria Fleisher from Media Services sits down with Lucretia Freeman Buster, Chief of Business Services in the Department of Economic Development, to talk about the county’s partnership with Matola, Mozambique.Lucretia explains what a sister city relationship is and why the county wants it to be more than ceremonial. She covers why Matola was a natural fit, from its industrial base in manufacturing, logistics, and agriculture to its proximity to Maputo, much like Charles County’s proximity to Washington, D.C. She also talks about what each community stands to gain, including new markets for local businesses and teacher training and exchange opportunities.Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast -  and be sure to like and subscribe.  We’re also available on YouTube.   Search Charles County CommissionersAnd Stay Connected for all County news, information, and programs by visiting www.CharlesCountyMD.gov/StayConnected 

Here's a brief update from the September 29, 2026 Board of County Commissioners meeting.Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast -  and be sure to like and subscribe.  We’re also available on YouTube.   Search Charles County CommissionersAnd Stay Connected for all County news, information, and programs by visiting www.CharlesCountyMD.gov/StayConnected 

"Affordable housing" is a phrase everyone throws around — but what does it actually mean for Charles County? In this episode of Inside Your County Government, host Doria Fleisher sits down with Joel Binkley, Planning Supervisor with the Department of Planning and Growth Management, and Jake Dyer, Director of Fiscal and Administrative Services, to break it down.Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast -  and be sure to like and subscribe.  We’re also available on YouTube.   Search Charles County CommissionersAnd Stay Connected for all County news, information, and programs by visiting www.CharlesCountyMD.gov/StayConnected 

Here's a brief update from the September 22, 2026 Board of County Commissioners meeting.Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast -  and be sure to like and subscribe.  We’re also available on YouTube.   Search Charles County CommissionersAnd Stay Connected for all County news, information, and programs by visiting www.CharlesCountyMD.gov/StayConnected 

Here's a brief update from the September 15, 2026 Board of County Commissioners meeting.Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast -  and be sure to like and subscribe.  We’re also available on YouTube.   Search Charles County CommissionersAnd Stay Connected for all County news, information, and programs by visiting www.CharlesCountyMD.gov/StayConnected 

This episode discusses suicide, which can be a sensitive topic for some listeners. If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 anytime for free, confidential support.September 8th is 988 Day, and September is Suicide Prevention Month — but the resources in this episode are here for you all year long. Host Doria Fleisher sits down with two local experts to break down what 988 actually is, how it works, and how it's different from (and connected to) 911.Joining the conversation:Janay Tyler, Crisis Response Coordinator with the Charles County Department of Health's Local Behavioral Health Authority, and Southern Maryland Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) CoordinatorAdrianna Fotso, Assistant Director of Behavioral Health Diversion with Community Crisis Services Incorporated (CCI)In this episode, you'll learn:What 988 is and how it differs from calling 911How confidential and anonymous a call to 988 really is — and why it almost never involves law enforcementWhat "suicidal ideation" means, and why having thoughts of suicide doesn't always mean someone has a planHow to call 988 on behalf of a friend or family member you're worried aboutWhat Charles County is doing for Suicide Prevention Month, including free Mental Health First Aid and QPR trainingsThe many local crisis resources available, including the CIT program, the mobile crisis team, and the Urgent Psychiatric Care programResources mentioned in this episode:Call or text 988 anytime, 24/7, for suicide prevention and crisis supportFree Mental Health First Aid and Youth Mental Health First Aid trainings through the Charles County Health DepartmentCharles County Local Behavioral Health Authority — Charles County Department of Health https://charlescountyhealth.org/local-behavioral-health-authority/Community Crisis Services Incorporated (CCI) https://ccsimd.org/Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast -  and be sure to like and subscribe.  We’re also available on YouTube.   Search Charles County CommissionersAnd Stay Connected for all County news, information, and programs by visiting www.CharlesCountyMD.gov/StayConnected