Inside Deschutes County

WIC is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, a huge milestone for the public health program which helps women, infants and children with their nutritional needs.  We talk to Supervisor Christine Pagano about the legacy of the program and where it goes from here.

It's a busy time of year at the Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center.  We talk to Director Geoff Hinds about the events headed our way, how concert performers are chosen at the fair and discuss the economic impact of it all.  

A new transfer facility, new recycling diversion standards and another step toward a new landfill location.  There's lots happening in the world of solid waste.  We spend some time with Solid Waste Director Tim Brownell to explain it all.

The May 21, 2024 Primary Election is upon us. Your last day to register is April 30 and ballots are going out soon. County Clerk Steve Dennison walks us through all the nuances in this special Primary Election Preview.

On this episode, we talk to Road Department Director, Chris Doty and Senior Transportation Planner, Tarik Rawlings about the latest developments on the Transportation System Plan. Find out about the projects that will be worked on, where the money comes from and how they're prioritized.

As we mark one year since the launch of the Inside Deschutes County podcast, we welcome County Commissioner Patti Adair. We discuss Measure 110, funding for the Stabilization Center, nitrate concerns in South County and much more.

Winter is not quite done with us yet.  In this episode, we talk to Michael Johnston who leads the SkidCar Training program with Deschutes County.  He talks about the class, the vehicle used and what the hardest thing is for people to learn when it comes to sliding on the roads.

Bonus episode!  School Exclusion Day is Feb. 21.  We chat with Deschutes County Health Officer, Dr. Richard Fawcett, and Immunization Coordinator, Sarah Van Meter, about what parents need to know.