Onslow County Today

In the February episode of Onslow County Today Lisa Whitman-Grice covers a variety of community programs and events. Tyler Moore from Animal Services discusses the Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) program to humanely control the stray cat population. Dominique Van Pelt from the Health Department highlights American Heart Health Month, offering tips on diet, exercise, and sleep to reduce heart disease. Income Maintenance Caseworker Tricia Kendrick shares DSS outreach efforts for assistance which is available at the Main branch Library and Richlands Community Outreach. LaQuesha Cadwallader promotes the 3rd Annual Black History Celebration on Febryary 23 at Northside High School. Tory Parks from the library details programs like African American Genealogy and the monthlong Short Story Club. Finally Emily Baker from the Onslow County Museum unveils “Shall We Gather,” an exhibition on the history of worship in Onslow County, featuring artifacts from local churches.

On this episode of Onslow County Today Lisa speaks with Captain Bruce Dixon from the Sheriff's Office about their community watch program and upcoming citizens academy. Jessica Gardner, Cooperative Extension Director, drops by to talk about the upcoming Winter Market at the Farmers' Market building and tips for winter gardening preps. Finally, Tory Parks from the library fills us in on the return of the Reading Dragons program.

Host Lisa Whitman-Grace welcomes listeners to Onslow County Today from Onslow Pines Park, embracing the festive season. The episode features conversations with Jennifer Randall from the Onslow County Public Library, Major Mark Scott from the Sheriff's Office with holiday safety tips, and Dana from Parks and Recreation about exciting upcoming activities. Monisha Burney from Solid Waste shares helpful holiday tips, while County Manager David Smitherman reflects on the year in review. Finally, Emily Baker from the Onslow County Museum discusses their new exhibit, Shall We Gather.

On this episode of Onslow County Today we speak with Sara Ware from the Cooperative Extension about food safety for Thanksgiving. Tim Johnson from Parks and Recreation drops by to tell us about Big Branch Bike Park and other facilities. Joe Duane from Veteran Services tells us how the County advocates for veterans and their families. Jeffrey Brown from DSS encourages us to give to Elder Cheer. DaDonna Coulter and Kristy Hill from DSS tell us about the upcoming Angel Trees. Taylor Kirkland from Parks and Recreation gives us the scoop on upcoming programs and Tory Parks has info on all the fun stuff going on at the libraries.

Welcome back to Onslow County Today! In this episode Lisa Whitman-Grice welcomes Public Health Lead Educator Amy Small to talk about the North Carolina Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program offered through the Health Department. Allison Mattocks with Onslow County Cooperative Extension discusses the upcoming Bradford Pear Bounty where you can remove the tree and get a NC native replacement as well as the upcoming Onslow County Fair. LaQuesha Cadwallader, Recreation Supervisor, tells us about what we can expect at the Hispanic Heritage Festival and all the scary fun activities planned at the Annual Monster Bash. Jennifer Randall with the Public Library gives us the details on the first ever Renaissance Faire and all the upcoming programs and events taking place during the month of October at all four library branches. To close us out our Telecommunications Division Chief Ray Silance provides tips and reminders in light of Fire Safety and Prevention Month that can help us all keep our homes safe.

On this extra stuffed episode of Onslow County Today Lisa speaks with County staff about several important topics. Denise Leyva invites those eligible to a Medicare Update Seminar on October 2 at Senior Services. Omega Jarman, Register of Deeds, talks about all the services offered by her office. Norman Bryson gives tips on how to prepared for almost anything. Dani Cooke gives details on discounted pet adoption fees at the Animal Shelter. Matt Mano from the Health Department discusses suicide prevention. Tory Parks from the Library shares all the exciting upcoming events. Aisha Ford from the Department of Social Services promotes healthy habits to prevent childhood obesity. Sheriff Chris Thomas and Veronica Ortiz talk about substance use treatment programs at the Onslow County Jail that prevent recidivism.

Welcome back to Onslow County Today! In this episode Lisa Whitman-Grice welcomes Public Health Nursing Supervisor Angela Flowers to talk about back to school immunizations and well checks through the Health Department. Angela Hoffman, Director of Strategic Management, discusses where we are in the Strategic Plan process and the opportunities for public input coming up this month. Airport Director Mitch Sprunger joins the show to provide an Airport update and summer travel reminders. Lacey Brown from NC Cooperative Extension’s Onslow County office tells us all about the upcoming Pollinators Census and how the community can help contribute to the data collection. Veronica Ortiz, Behavioral Health Program Manager, tells us when and where the next Annual Opioid Settlement Funds Community Meeting will take place and Stephanie Cain, Community Paramedics Program Manager joined by COSSUP Coordinator Grace Smolen provide all the details on the Opioid Resource Fair happening on August 31 in conjunction with the meeting. Tory Parks and Jennifer Randall with the Public Library close us out giving us the low down on upcoming programs and events taking place during the month of August at all four library branches.

On the July 2024 episode of Onslow County Today Host Lisa Whitman-Grice keeps us cool with information about the free Fan Relief program for seniors and disabled people as well as the Energy Assistance program from the Department of Social Services. We learn how to find a furry friend at the upcoming Hot Diggity Dog event from Animal Services and get transported to other worlds with multiple author events at the Onslow County Public Library.

Mark your calendars, Registration for the Master Gardener program ends July 19 so don't miss your chance to lend a helpful green thumb and become a valuable asset for the community. Listen in for some summertime tips to stay safe in the pool and in the heat.

On this episode of Onslow County Today, Host Lisa Whitman-Grice speaks with Captain Bruce Dixon from the Onslow County Sheriff’s Office about their Junior Citizens Academy. Mary Downing drops by to discuss the Summer Art program at the Onslow County Museum. Jeremy Butler, Director of Vector Control, gives tips to keep the mosquitos away. Jennifer Randall and Tory Parks tell us about all the exciting things happening at the library and finally Emergency Services Director Norman Bryson reminds us to be prepared as we enter hurricane season.

On this month's episode of Onslow County Today, Lisa talks about community health, animal services, the Visit NC Farms app, and upcoming library programs.