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The Election Process Explained Jan 15, 2025

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After the November 2024 election, some voters in Calhoun County may be wanting to better understand the election process, given two recounts which took place.
Calhoun County Clerk and Register of Deeds Kimberly Hinkley returns to Inside Calhoun County to talk about the preparation, execution and post-election steps - including when a recount is requested.
Episode Resources
Calhoun County voting information
Michigan Voter Information Center
Michigan Secretary of State Early Voting Information Site

Inside Calhoun County Podcast is produced by Livemic Communications.

New County Commissioners Readying to Begin Service Dec 20, 2024

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Following the November 2024 election, several new Calhoun County commissioners-elect were readying to be sworn in and begin service - as were a couple of incumbents.
The 2024 Calhoun County Board Chair Derek King joins Inside Calhoun County to share perspective on how commissioners - especially new ones - get oriented and hit the ground running once sworn in.
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Calhoun County Board of Commissioners
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Inside Calhoun County Podcast is produced by Livemic Communications.

Calhoun County 'Shop with a Cop' Brings Holiday Cheer to Local Young People Dec 11, 2024

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For more than a decade, police officers in Calhoun County have participated in an effort to take local young people Christmas shopping who otherwise may not have the chance.
As we learn from Calhoun County Undersheriff Tim Hurtt and Emmett Township Public Safety Lt. Tony Geigle, the event involves a lot of support from many folks - and can make longstanding connections in a child's formative years. It also does a cop good.
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Calhoun County Sheriff's Office
Emmett Township Public Safety
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Inside Calhoun County Podcast is produced by Livemic Communications.

Facing Foreclosure? The County Treasurer's Office is Ready to Help Nov 13, 2024

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The Calhoun County Treasurer's Office understands that when you are facing a potential property foreclosure, it is scary. This might cause the property owner to "freeze" and not respond to outreach from the Treasurer's office.
As we learn in this episode of Inside Calhoun County, Deputy Treasurer Melinda Weaver shares why reaching out to the Treasurer's office can help resolve the situation.
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Calhoun County Treasurer's Office
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Inside Calhoun County Podcast is produced by Livemic Communications.

County Clerk: Know These 5 Things Before Voting Oct 18, 2024

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Absentee voting. Early voting. Voting on Election Day. it's all possible in Calhoun County!
But, as Calhoun County Clerk/Register of Deeds Kim Hinkley points out, there are important things to know before you choose and go ahead with your voting plans.
In this episode of Inside Calhoun County, Clerk Hinkley talks about those she views as the top five.
Episode Resources
Calhoun County voting information
Michigan Voter Information Center
Michigan Secretary of State Early Voting Information Site

Inside Calhoun County Podcast is produced by Livemic Communications.

Working to Improve Lives: Calhoun County Mental Health Treatment Court Oct 09, 2024

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Sometimes called "problem-solving" courts, treatment courts are specialized to help individuals receive treatment they need in order to provide a new path.
In this episode of Inside Calhoun County, Judge Mike Jaconette and the Mental Health Treatment Court team discuss the goals of the court, how it works and how lives can be changed.
Episode Resources
Calhoun County Mental Health Treatment Court
Inside Calhoun County Podcast is produced by Livemic Communications.

Opioid Settlement Fund Awards Being Put to Work Sep 25, 2024

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In a previous Inside Calhoun County episode, we learned about opioid settlement funds and how distributions of them will help fight the opioid epidemic in Calhoun County and elsewhere.
Now, Administrator/Controller Kelli Scott returns with County Commissioner Steve Frisbie to discuss the process of choosing local non-profits to receive grant awards from the funds - which are meant to put more resources on the street.
Episode Resources
Calhoun County Opioid Settlement Funds website
Calhoun County Opioid website
Michigan Association of Counties Opioid Settlement Resource Center

Inside Calhoun County Podcast is produced by Livemic Communications.

Emergency Preparedness: Have a Plan and Practice It Sep 11, 2024

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Don't wait until an emergency to try and cobble together a plan for your family. That's the advice from the Calhoun County Emergency Management Office and its director, Lt. Chris Young.
In this episode of Inside Calhoun County, Lt. Young discusses further useful information for residents as they consider emergency preparedness for themselves and loved ones.
Episode Resources
Calhoun County Sheriff Office of Emergency Management
Ready.gov
OSHA Emergency Preparedness
Michigan Prepares
Inside Calhoun County Podcast is produced by Livemic Communications.

Domestic Violence Intervention Court: Working to Change Behavior Aug 21, 2024

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Could a person who has perpetrated domestic violence see the error of their ways?
Calhoun County 10th District Court Judge Tracie Tomak has already seen it happen through the Domestic Violence Intervention Court.
In this episode Inside Calhoun County, Judge Tomak talks about the approach and the outcomes which have changed lives.
Episode Resources
Calhoun County DVIC website
SAFE Place Battle Creek website
MIchigan Domestic Violence Hotline: 866.864.2338 (text 866.238.1454)
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800.799.SAFE (7233)
Inside Calhoun County Podcast is produced by Livemic Communications.

Senior Millage Assists Calhoun County Older Adults in Many Ways Aug 08, 2024

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In this episode of Inside Calhoun County, Rod Auton tells us about the Calhoun County Senior Services office and how it assists older adults.
It is not just a minor list, either.
In fact, we learn about how the Senior Millage helps Calhoun County partner with various organizations to help older adults locally with everything from meals to minor home repairs.
Episode Resources
Calhoun County Senior Services website
Calhoun County Senior Services Facebook page
Senior Services Phone: 269.781.0846
Inside Calhoun County Podcast is produced by Livemic Communications.

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