Learn more about the services that public safety communications with Director Dr. Osiris Carter. For example, Emergency Medical Dispatch is a set of protocols to better serve the community.

Joining us today is Fire Marshal, Kevin Tipton with Buncombe County Emergency Services. October is fire prevention month, he will share tips on how to keep you and you home safe this season.

Today talk with the County's ID Bureau Director, Oscar Wooten. Learn more about the objectives and services this department provide to county residence. Concealed Handgun Permits, Employment Fingerprinting, and NC Courts 28th Judicial District are some of areas of responsibilities for this department. Listen to learn more.

Today we have Nathan Greene, Buncombe County Preparedness Officer for Health and Human Services. He will share tips and plans for your next emergency. As we come upon a year since Tropical Storm Helene, being ready for the next emergency is the first step. Let's be ready, so we don't have to get ready when the next emergency arrives.

Today we have Phillip Hardin, Buncombe County Economic Services Director. He will share about the Homeowners Grant Program to help residents with housing cost, taxes, repairs. Also learn about other economic services resources.

Joining us today is Regenia Herring, Buncombe County Justice Services Director. Learn what is happening in this County department and the direction the new director is taking the department. Learn about such programs as Pretrial Support Services Program, Diversion and Reentry Services at Justice Resource Center, Family Support Services at Family Justice Center, and Community Engagement.

Today we have a conversation about Swannanoa small area plan with Buncombe County's planner, Shannon Capezzali. As we implement the Comprehensive Plan 2043, learn more about small area plans and how community can engage in the process.

Today Edith Gomez, Buncombe County Helene Resource Center Coordinator ,joins us to encourage community to come out if need recovery support after Tropical Storm Helene. She will inform community what resources are available at the center. The one stop shop of your recovery needs.

Today Dr. Noreal Armstrong and Nafeesah Harrison from Buncombe County Equity and Human Rights Office are here to share of resources for community on resiliency in the aftermath of the storm and as we approach the 1 year anniversary. Recovery is happen, but we do realize community may still be struggling to navigate.

Today episode we talk with Steve Allinger, and Roberta Mayers from Buncombe County Child Support Services. Learn of the services they provide for residence of Buncombe County.