Washington County ChamberCast

David Ryan & Melissa Mackely - BISFA

Jamie talks to Dave Ryan, Theater Director and Melissa Mackely, Lead Vocal Teacher at Barbara Ingram's School for the Arts. BISFA is a WCPS Magnet School students audition to attend. Coming up is their 15th annual musical, Hadestown, a teen edition of a current Broadway play. Hear about how these are whole school productions, preparing students for real-world experiences for a career in the arts.

Jan Colbert - Two Men and a Truck

Jamie Lawrence talks to Chamber Ambassador, Jan Colbert about Two Men & a Truck and Two Men & a Junk Truck. "Movers who care." They give you the white glove treatment. Hear about their program "Movers for Mom." They collect and deliver donations to CASA of Washington County, and Women in Need of Franklin County. Did you know they also have indoor storage? Listen to get all the details.

Cort Meinelschmidt - Meinelschmidt Distillery

Jamie talks to Cort Meinelschmidt, Veteran and co-owner of Meinelschmidt Distillery, Veva's Restaurant and the Dugout Sports Bar. Cort explains why the revitalization of Downtown Hagerstown is important to him. The two talk about the Cheeseburger Festival, Meinelschmidt's award winning bourbon and his trip to Tokyo. They discuss using local ingredients and supporting the new ballpark and local non-profits.

Katy Zeger - Washington County Department of Social Services

Jay sits down with Katy Zegar, Assistant Director for Child Support at the Washington County Department of Social Services. With 20 years' experience with DSS, Katy will to talk about Child Support Awareness Month, the 50th Anniversary of the Child Support Program, how DSS works with non-custodial parents, providing services to break down barriers to help with their child support efforts, and other programs they have going on in partnership with community organizations.

Tiera Smith-Anderson - Sweet Corn Puddin'

Jay has Tiara Smith Anderson with him on this episode of ChamberCast. Incubator Chef, Tiera Smith-Anderson of Sweet Corn Puddin' shares her family recipe, passed down from her Great Aunt. Traditionally a southern dish, this comfort food gives a feel of home. A delicious airy, light custard with different toppings including seasonal fruit toppings.