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Nobody thinks they'll fall for a scam—until it happens. In this episode, Detective Sarah Moore of the Milton Police Department joins host Christy Weeks to talk about the shocking rise in elder fraud, the emotional toll it takes, and the most common (and oddly clever) scams targeting our seniors.

From fake grandkids to funeral scams, this episode pulls no punches—and offers real, practical ways to protect yourself and your loved ones.

Listen now and learn how to spot the signs before it's too late.

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With the community in mind, this podcast explores the stories, people, and initiatives that make our community unique. Each episode offers insights into local government, highlights Milton's history and future developments, and showcases the vibrant arts, culture, and sustainability efforts shaping our city. Join the conversation, celebrate our community, and discover how we're building a better Milton together.

Do you have an idea for an episode or would like to request a specific topic to be covered? Email Christy Weeks, [email protected]

Learn more about the City of Milton at www.miltonga.gov.

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What happens when a deep love of the outdoors becomes a mission to connect an entire community with nature? Ranger Jen Young joins host Christy Weeks to share how Milton's Parks and Rec team is making the natural world more accessible, educational, and exciting for everyone. 

From birding apps and stargazing tools to frog facts and first-fish stories, this episode is packed with inspiration and a whole lot of fun. Whether you're a seasoned hiker, an avid outdoorsy type, or a curious newbie, you'll come away ready to explore more—right in your own backyard. 

To learn more about outdoor programming through the Parks and Rec department, visit our website HERE!

Want to connect with Ranger Jen Young? Email her at: [email protected]

For more information about the Wildlife 101 webinar series, visit:
www.miltonga.gov/wildlife101

With the community in mind, this podcast explores the stories, people, and initiatives that make our community unique. Each episode offers insights into local government, highlights Milton's history and future developments, and showcases the vibrant arts, culture, and sustainability efforts shaping our city. Join the conversation, celebrate our community, and discover how we're building a better Milton together.

Do you have an idea for an episode or would like to request a specific topic to be covered? Email Christy Weeks, [email protected]

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In this episode of Milton & Mane, we sit down with Officer Rebecca Tidwell to explore how community outreach continues to cultivate how Milton connects with its police department. From mentoring teens to equipping parents and empowering women, Tidwell shares how impactful face-to-face engagement is reshaping perceptions and building trust. 

Whether through a conversation over coffee or a hands-on academy experience, the Milton Police Department is showing up in meaningful ways—and residents are responding. 

Tune in to hear how these efforts are creating lasting bonds and safer streets, one connection at a time. 

Want to connect with Officer Tidwell?
Email her at: [email protected]

Learn more about all of the community programs HERE!

With the community in mind, this podcast explores the stories, people, and initiatives that make our community unique. Each episode offers insights into local government, highlights Milton's history and future developments, and showcases the vibrant arts, culture, and sustainability efforts shaping our city. Join the conversation, celebrate our community, and discover how we're building a better Milton together.

Do you have an idea for an episode or would like to request a specific topic to be covered? Email Christy Weeks, [email protected]

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We are back with the last installment from the Milton Historical Society! 

In the previous two episodes, we recounted many pivotal moments in Milton's history—ultimately going from rural farmland to a now thriving community—this transformation tells a quintessentially American story of progress, preservation, and purposeful growth.

In this episode, we will get some insight from Jeff Dufresne and Lynn Tinley, on how Georgia 400 changed many things, how a grassroots movement led to cityhood, and how Milton continues to balance growth with a deep commitment to greenspace, community character, and civic pride. If you love history, hidden gems, and stories that define a place—this one's for you.

With the community in mind, this podcast explores the stories, people, and initiatives that make our community unique. Each episode offers insights into local government, highlights Milton's history and future developments, and showcases the vibrant arts, culture, and sustainability efforts shaping our city. Join the conversation, celebrate our community, and discover how we're building a better Milton together.

Do you have an idea for an episode or would like to request a specific topic to be covered? Email Christy Weeks, [email protected]

Learn more about the City of Milton at www.miltonga.gov.

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The strength of a community isn’t just in its infrastructure—it’s in how it supports those who protect it. In this episode, we sit down with Brian Dolan and Robyn Pinto of the Milton First Responders Foundation (MFRF) to explore the incredible ways this all-volunteer organization has spent the last decade providing for Milton’s police officers and firefighters. 

From financial assistance and educational grants to groundbreaking mental health support, MFRF ensures first responders, and their families never face challenges alone. Plus, a new opportunity under Georgia’s tax credit program is making it easier than ever for individuals and businesses to contribute. Tune in to hear how this initiative is making a real impact—and how you can be part of it. 

Want to get involved or donate? You can learn more about MFRF here:
www.miltonfirstresponders.org

With the community in mind, this podcast explores the stories, people, and initiatives that make our community unique. Each episode offers insights into local government, highlights Milton's history and future developments, and showcases the vibrant arts, culture, and sustainability efforts shaping our city. Join the conversation, celebrate our community, and discover how we're building a better Milton together.

Do you have an idea for an episode or would like to request a specific topic to be covered? Email Christy Weeks, [email protected]

Learn more about the City of Milton at www.miltonga.gov.

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How did your hometown survive America’s toughest times? This episode uncovers Milton County’s hidden history, from Civil War struggles to the Great Depression. Jeff DuFresne and Lynn Tinley with The Milton Historical Society are back. The two continue to reveal the untold stories of divided loyalties, economic hardships, and the resilience that shaped Milton’s identity. While many assume North Georgia was fully aligned with the Confederacy, Milton County tells a more complicated story—one of reluctant soldiers, struggling families, and a community forced to adapt. 

From the devastation of war to the agricultural collapse brought by drought and the boll weevil, Milton’s residents found ways to endure through ingenuity and sheer determination. The episode also explores how financial hardship led to a controversial merger with Fulton County, a decision that still sparks debate today. 

To learn more about the Milton Historical Society, visit their website:
https://www.miltonhistoricalsociety-georgia.org/

With the community in mind, this podcast explores the stories, people, and initiatives that make our community unique. Each episode offers insights into local government, highlights Milton's history and future developments, and showcases the vibrant arts, culture, and sustainability efforts shaping our city. Join the conversation, celebrate our community, and discover how we're building a better Milton together.

Do you have an idea for an episode or would like to request a specific topic to be covered? Email Christy Weeks, [email protected]

Learn more about the City of Milton at www.miltonga.gov.

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Milton Fire Rescue is more than just a response team—it’s redefining community protection under Chief Gabe Benmoussa. With 25 years of experience, he has transformed the department into one of only 310 internationally accredited fire agencies, pioneering solutions tailored to Milton’s unique needs.

From the Technical Large Animal Rescue team to fire blankets at EV charging stations, Milton Fire Rescue stays ahead of emerging challenges. Its Community Paramedic Program proactively cares for vulnerable residents, while its advanced life support capabilities contribute to a cardiac arrest save rate above the national average.

Discover how this innovative department is setting new standards for safety—visit Milton Fire Rescue online or follow them on social media.

Learn more about Milton Fire Rescue: https://www.miltonga.gov/government/fire

Community Connect:
https://www.communityconnect.io/info/ga-milton

PulsePoint
https://www.miltonga.gov/government/fire/pulsepoint

Fire CARES
https://www.miltonga.gov/government/fire/milton-fire-cares

With the community in mind, this podcast explores the stories, people, and initiatives that make our community unique. Each episode offers insights into local government, highlights Milton's history and future developments, and showcases the vibrant arts, culture, and sustainability efforts shaping our city. Join the conversation, celebrate our community, and discover how we're building a better Milton together.

Do you have an idea for an episode or would like to request a specific topic to be covered? Email Christy Weeks, [email protected]

Learn more about the City of Milton at www.miltonga.gov.

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When construction on Highway 9 stopped last summer, Milton residents noticed. What they couldn't see was the extraordinary opportunity emerging from this unexpected pause. In this revealing conversation with Public Works Director Sara Leaders, we explore how Milton turned a challenge into a chance to shape the future of this vital corridor.

What initially seemed like a setback has evolved into something remarkable: Milton gaining more influence over a state highway project. Through persistent advocacy from city leadership and a productive partnership with GDOT, the city now has the ability to help reimagine Highway 9 as more than just a transportation corridor—it will be a thoughtfully designed community asset, integrated with the more extensive Deerfield planning efforts.

Leaders walks us through the exciting possibilities of this arrangement. While still working within GDOT parameters and funding, Milton can now apply "context-sensitive design" principles that wouldn’t typically be possible under standard state highway protocols. With consultants coming on board and public presentations expected sometime this year, this project represents not just infrastructure development but a statement about Milton’s values and vision for its future. As Leaders notes, "We have a different idea of what we want than what the state necessarily sees on a road project," and now, Milton has the opportunity to bring that vision to life.

Subscribe to Milton and Mane to follow this developing story as we continue tracking the Highway 9 transformation and other important issues shaping our community's future.

With the community in mind, this podcast explores the stories, people, and initiatives that make our community unique. Each episode offers insights into local government, highlights Milton's history and future developments, and showcases the vibrant arts, culture, and sustainability efforts shaping our city. Join the conversation, celebrate our community, and discover how we're building a better Milton together.

Do you have an idea for an episode or would like to request a specific topic to be covered? Email Christy Weeks, [email protected]

Learn more about the City of Milton at www.miltonga.gov.

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Step into the fascinating history of Milton, Georgia, as we explore the layers of its rich narrative—from its unique founding as a safe haven for debtors to the transformative events that shaped its development. Host Christy Weeks dives deep into discussions with local historians Jeff Dufresne and Lynn Tinley, uncovering the stories behind Georgia’s past and the challenges faced by early settlers. Together, they dissect the vision of James Oglethorpe, who established a sanctuary for the underprivileged, and how this vision transitioned into a plantation economy that contradicted its original principles.

Discover how the land lottery system altered settlement patterns and engaged Revolutionary War veterans while also addressing the harsh realities faced by Native American tribes as they navigated relationships with encroaching settlers. From the profound yet tragic impact of the Dahlonega Gold Rush to the crushing legacy of the Trail of Tears, this episode discusses the complexity of history that many may overlook. 

Milton today is steeped in these legacies, and listeners will gain deeper insights into the importance of preserving these stories through initiatives like the Milton Historical Society. Engaging in this dialogue allows us to appreciate our historical roots and recognize how they influence our community’s identity today. To learn more about our past and be part of our ongoing journey, subscribe to Milton and Mane and visit our website and social channels for updates and additional resources. Don't miss out on the opportunity to connect with Milton's rich history!

Learn more about the Milton Historical Society:
https://www.miltonhistoricalsociety-georgia.org/

With the community in mind, this podcast explores the stories, people, and initiatives that make our community unique. Each episode offers insights into local government, highlights Milton's history and future developments, and showcases the vibrant arts, culture, and sustainability efforts shaping our city. Join the conversation, celebrate our community, and discover how we're building a better Milton together.

Do you have an idea for an episode or would like to request a specific topic to be covered? Email Christy Weeks, [email protected]

Learn more about the City of Milton at www.miltonga.gov.

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In this episode of Milton and Mane, we take a closer look at the CARES Program, a vital initiative designed to connect Milton residents with essential health resources. Join us as we explore the impact of community paramedicine, the power of proactive care, and how this program is redefining public safety. Guests Mark Haskins and Derek Hoffmann share their insights on bridging the gap between emergency services and preventative healthcare, highlighting real stories that showcase the program’s effectiveness. We also address common misconceptions about emergency calls and discuss how wellness visits and local partnerships are making a difference.

Tune in to discover how Milton’s CARES Program is shaping a healthier, safer community—and how you can be a part of it.

Learn more about CARES: https://www.miltonga.gov/government/fire/milton-fire-cares

PulsePoint Information: https://www.miltonga.gov/government/fire/pulsepoint

How to get in touch of Derek Hoffmann: The CARES program is generally staffed between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. between Monday and Friday. Those with questions or seeking more information email [email protected] or call 770-686-0948

With the community in mind, this podcast explores the stories, people, and initiatives that make our community unique. Each episode offers insights into local government, highlights Milton's history and future developments, and showcases the vibrant arts, culture, and sustainability efforts shaping our city. Join the conversation, celebrate our community, and discover how we're building a better Milton together.

Do you have an idea for an episode or would like to request a specific topic to be covered? Email Christy Weeks, [email protected]

Learn more about the City of Milton at www.miltonga.gov.