Inside Your County Government

Spring is in the air — and that means farmers market season is back in Charles County! In this episode of Inside Your County Government , host Doria Fleshier sits down with three of the county's dedicated farmers market managers to talk all things local shopping, community connection, and what's new this season. Joining Doria are Kelly Phipps , market manager for the La Plata Farmers Mar...

Here's a brief podcast description: Inside Your County Government – Youth Engagement in Charles County In this special collaborative episode, host Doria Fleisher brings together a roundtable of Charles County leaders to tackle one of the community's most talked-about topics: youth engagement. What is there for young people to do in Charles County — and who's making sure they're...

Here's a brief update from the March 17th, 2026 Board of County Commissioners meeting. To participate in the County's budget process, visit: https://charlescountymd.info/FY2027Budget Thanks for listening.  If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast -  and be sure to like and subscribe.   We...

Agriculture has been a cornerstone of Charles County for generations — shaping our landscape, supporting our local economy, and preserving the rural character that makes our community unique. In this episode of Inside Your County Government , host Brent Huber sits down with Molly Meehan, Agriculture and Rural Development Manager with the Charles County Economic Development Department, to explore t...

Here's a brief update from the March 10, 2026 Board of County Commissioners meeting. Thanks for listening.  If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast -  and be sure to like and subscribe.   We’re also available on YouTube .   Search Charles County Commissioners And Stay Connected for all County...

In this episode, part of the Ready, Set, Prepare series, Doria is joined by Caitland Kelshaw — Paramedic and Pediatric Champion with Charles County's Department of Emergency Services — and Aldo Zambrana, the Department's Health and Safety Officer. Together, they break down what residents need to know about tornado and storm preparedness, including how to build an emergency kit, make a fa...

There are many questions and concerns around the complex issue of homelessness in our community.  To provide information, explain resources, reduce misinformation, and encourage residents to help be a part of positive change, Charles County Government invited key partners from the Department of Community Services, the Department of Social Services, Charles County Public Schools, LifeStyles of Mary...

In case you missed it, here is a brief update from the March 6, 2026 Board of County Commissioners meeting. Thanks for listening.  If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast -  and be sure to like and subscribe.   We’re also available on YouTube .   Search Charles County Commissioners And Stay Connec...

In this episode of Inside Your County Government, host Doria Fleisher sits down with three graduates of the Charles County Citizens Academy — Yolanda, Lloyd, and Betsy  — to hear firsthand how the program changed the way they engage with their community. From forging unexpected partnerships to discovering new ways to give back, these ambassadors share why Citizens Academy is more than just a civic...

Here's a brief update from the February 24, 2026 Board of County Commissioners meeting. Thanks for listening.  If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast -  and be sure to like and subscribe.   We’re also available on YouTube .   Search Charles County Commissioners And Stay Connected for all Cou...

In this episode of Cracking the Code, we take an in-depth look at the role and responsibilities of Animal Care and Control in Charles County. Hosts Doria Fleisher, Media Services, and Liz Theobalds, Deputy County Attorney, are joined by Animal Control Lieutenant Katy Rosche to discuss the state and county laws that govern animal ownership and enforcement, and explain what it means to serve as a sw...

Host Doria Fleisher welcomes Sapreen Khalaifeh, Local Management Board Supervisor, and Michelle Cureton, program graduate and educator, to discuss the Children and Family Resource Academy. This free program, funded by Charles County's Local Management Board, connects parents, caregivers, and educators with vital community resources for children and families. Learn about the Resource Connectio...

Here's a brief update from the February 3, 2026 Board of County Commissioners meeting. Thanks for listening.  If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast -  and be sure to like and subscribe.   We’re also available on YouTube .   Search Charles County Commissioners And Stay Connected for all Coun...

Join host Doria Fleisher for this episode of Inside Your County Government as we explore the growing conversation around data centers in Charles County and Maryland. Industry experts Kelly Schultz (Maryland Tech Council), Dusty Rude (Data Center Alliance), Matt Doyle (MD Department of Commerce), and Mark Thompson (Charles County Economic Development) break down what data centers are, their economi...

Host Jennifer Harris, Chief of Media Services, joins Wade Haubert, Emergency Manager, and George Jenkins, Information Security Officer, to discuss the importance of cybersecurity and what steps Charles County Government are taking to ensure the information of all its residents are safe and secure. Thanks for listening.  If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Governme...

Planning an event in Charles County? Learn about special events permitting with host Doria Fleisher and guests Sherri Davis (Planning & Growth Management) and Elizabeth Theobalds (Deputy County Attorney). From concerts to carnivals, get the insider's guide to navigating the permitting process, working with county agencies, and ensuring your event is safe and successful. Key advice: Start...

Here's a brief update from the January 13, 2026 Board of County Commissioners meeting. Thanks for listening.  If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast -  and be sure to like and subscribe.   We’re also available on YouTube .   Search Charles County Commissioners And Stay Connected for all Coun...

In this episode of Ready, Set, Prepare, hosts Doria Fleisher, Media Services, and Wade Haubert, Emergency Manager, are joined by Mark Kaufmann Jr., the Charles County Fire Chief, to discuss fire safety safety around the house, from the leading causes of house fires and steps residents can take to prevent their home from facing this tragedy. For more information or how to get involved with Charles...

Here's a brief update from the January 6, 2026 Board of County Commissioners meeting. Thanks for listening.  If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast -  and be sure to like and subscribe.   We’re also available on YouTube .   Search Charles County Commissioners And Stay Connected for all Count...

Join host Doria Fleisher in conversation with Tony Felts, Assistant Chief of Planning, and Elizabeth D. Theobalds, County Attorney, as they break down Charles County's comprehensive zoning code update. Learn how these changes will shape the future of our community and how you can get involved. Learn More: 🔗 https://www.shapingcharles.org/ 🔗 https://www.charlescountyzoning.com/ 🔗 https://ww...

Join host Doria Fleisher from Charles County's Media Services Division as she sits down with Kelli Beavers, Director of Recreation, Parks, and Tourism, Brittney Gray, Tourism Outreach Specialist, and Casey Jones, Community Center Supervisor, to discuss how to have fun, places to go, things to do, and how to be a tourist in your own backyard in Charles County. To find all the ways you can stay...

Here's a brief update from the December 9, 2025 Board of County Commissioners meeting. Thanks for listening.  If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast -  and be sure to like and subscribe.   We’re also available on YouTube .   Search Charles County Commissioners And Stay Connected for all Coun...

Join host Doria Fleisher from Charles County's Media Services Division as she sits down with Laura Gustafson, Deputy Director of the Department of Community Services, to explore the wide range of resources available to Charles County residents "from the cradle to the grave." In this informative episode, Laura breaks down the services offered through Community Services' three ma...

Here's a brief update from the December 2, 2025 Board of County Commissioners meeting. Thanks for listening.  If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast -  and be sure to like and subscribe.   We’re also available on YouTube .   Search Charles County Commissioners And Stay Connected for all Coun...

In this episode, Doria Fleisher and Jake Dyer share 12 smart, practical ways Charles County residents can save money all year long. From using free county services like recycling, mulch pickup, and public transit, to taking advantage of pet adoption benefits, property tax credits, water bill tips, and more—this episode is packed with wallet-friendly resources you can start using today. Thanks for...