Inside Deschutes County

On this episode, we sit down with Emily Horton from Deschutes County Public Health to talk all things food safety. From turkey thawing tips to avoiding cross-contamination, Emily shares practical advice to help keep your holiday meals safe and delicious.

In this episode, we sit down with A.J. Middleton, a dedicated Veterans Services Officer with Deschutes County Veterans’ Services. A.J. shares his insights into the vital services and support programs available to veterans and their families in our community.

In this episode, we sit down with District Attorney Steve Gunnels. We discuss the critical shortage of defense attorneys, the growing importance of deflection programs, and factors influencing the County's crime rates.

As wildfire season starts to wind down, we explore this year's multifaceted evacuation coordination and response.  Join us as we discuss the lessons learned and strategies used during a crisis with representatives from Deschutes County Emergency Management and 9-1-1.

In this episode, we dive into Deschutes County Solid Waste Department’s exciting new initiative—the inaugural Drop It, Swap It event!  Designed to reduce waste through community donation and thrifting, the event encourages people to donate unwanted items and swap them for something new-to-you. We sit down with Susan Baker and Jackie Wilson from Solid Waste to learn how this event fosters sustainability, builds community, and helps keep useful items out of the landfill.

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. In this episode, we chat with Caroline Suiter and Bethany Kuschel from the Deschutes County Prevention and Health Promotion Team in Health Services. They explain the events that are happening throughout the month of September and how suicide prevention awareness is having an impact throughout our region.

In this episode, we dive into the Comprehensive Care for Youth and Families program within Deschutes County Behavioral Health. Join us as we sit down with Program Manager Shannon Brister to explore how Comprehensive Care is making a difference in the community by providing holistic and accessible mental health services for children, youth and families.

Join us as we dive into the benefits of dog licensing with Kristina Boyer from Deschutes County and representatives from Brightside Animal Center in Redmond. Plus, we find out the most popular dog breeds and dog names in Deschutes County!

Summer is a busy time of year for Deschutes County Environmental Health.  From restaurants to swimming pools to drinking water, inspectors are working to keep you and your family safe.  We talk to Environmental Health Supervisor Eric Mone about the work they do.