Happy Birthday America! Madison County's impact on history

Happy Birthday America! Madison County's impact on history

Welcome to the Madison County Milk House, hosted by Samantha Field the Madison County Public Information Officer.   This is where we talk about the big topics both North and South of Rt. 20. In this episode we sit down with Madison County Historian Matthew Urtz and talk about Madison County's impact on history.  Madison County was not established until 1806.  This small rural community has had a lasting and major impact on the shaping of our Country.  Take a trip through history with us as we discuss the first female baseball game, abolition movement, women's suffrage, agriculture impact and more.   To find out more read the articles in the County Connections Newsletters from 2026: https://www.madisoncounty.ny.gov/3216/County-Connections-Newsletter Madison County Historic Marker Challenge: https://www.madisoncounty.ny.gov/3290/Madison-County-Historic-Marker-Challenge If you have a question or topic you would like covered here on the Madison County Milk House podcast simply email us at pio@madisoncounty.ny.gov.

Congratulations Public Health!

Welcome to the Madison County Milk House, hosted by Samantha Field the Madison County Public Information Officer.   This is where we talk about the big topics both North and South of Rt. 20. A huge shout out to Madison County Public Health (MCPH) [https://www.madisoncounty.ny.gov/3007/Public-Health]which was recently awarded national accreditation through the Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB).  MCPH is a team of 40 staff members who carry out about 30 programs that span health promotion, disease control and prevention, environmental health, public health preparedness, skilled nursing, and early intervention.  Accreditation demonstrates Madison County Public Health’s commitment to serving the community and continuously improving the quality, accountability, and performance of public health services. The accreditation process evaluates all of the departments' functions—not just one program.  Take a listen as we chat with Erica Bird, Deputy Director of MCPH and Megan Polhamus, Health Educator, who were both heavily involved in the process.  One thing the accreditation process reinforced is that public health is a team sport.  Not just the department team, but also the relationships with community partners.  If you have a question or topic you would like covered here on the Madison County Milk House podcast simply email us at pio@madisoncounty.ny.gov.

A trip down the Yellow Brick Road or to the past is just around the corner

Welcome to the Madison County Milk House, hosted by Samantha Field the Madison County Public Information Officer.   This is where we talk about the big topics both North and South of Rt. 20. As spring comes to Central New York, Madison County comes to life.  Madison County Historian Matt Urtz joins us in the Milk House as we sit down with with Allison Lehr, Museum Manager at All Things Oz Museum [https://www.allthingsoz.org/index.html] and Paul Nasca, Historic Site Manager at Lorenzo State Historic Site [https://parks.ny.gov/visit/historic-sites/lorenzo-state-historic-site].  We chat about local history and some amazing events coming up.   * Oz-Stravaganza - June 5-7 in Chittenango, NY [https://www.oz-stravaganza.com/] * The 49th annual festival brings all things Oz to life in downtown Chittenango as we celebrate Frank L. Baum.   * Parade: June 6 at 2:00 PM - This year actress Marissa Bode, stars as "Nessarose" in WICKED movies, will be the grand marshall. * Check out their website [https://www.oz-stravaganza.com/] or Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/OzStravaganza]for more  * Lorenzo State Historic Site [https://parks.ny.gov/visit/historic-sites/lorenzo-state-historic-site] * Revisit the Revolution: Lorenzo’s America 250th Speaker Series Hosted at Meier’s Creek Cazenovia Farm Brewery [https://parks.ny.gov/visit/events/revisit-revolution-lorenzos-america-250th-speaker-series-hosted-meiers-creek-0] - June 4 * Lorenzo Garden Day [https://parks.ny.gov/visit/events/lorenzo-garden-day] - June 6 * Sixth Annual Cazenovia Pride Festival [https://www.cazpride.org/] - June 27 * Lorenzo Driving Competition [https://lorenzodriving.org/] - July 17 - 19 * Madison County Historic Marker Challenge [https://www.madisoncounty.ny.gov/3290/Madison-County-Historic-Marker-Challenge] - April 24 - August 15, 2026 There is something for everyone happening in Madison County. Get out and enjoy!  If you have a question or topic you would like covered here on the Madison County Milk House podcast simply email us at pio@madisoncounty.ny.gov.

Welcome Town of Lebanon Supervisor Adam Carvell

Welcome to the Madison County Milk House, hosted by Samantha Field the Madison County Public Information Officer.   This is where we talk about the big topics both North and South of Rt. 20. Madison County welcomed three new Town Supervisors to the horseshoe this year.  On this episode of the Milk House, we sit down with Town of Lebanon Supervisor Adam Carvell.  He may be new to the horseshoe, but he is not new to service.  Before becoming the Town Supervisor he served 8 years on the Town of Lebanon Board [https://www.townoflebanonny.gov/] and he is also the co-owner and co-distiller at the family run farm distillery Old Home Distillery [https://www.oldhomedistillers.com/].  So what made this award winning distiller want to serve his community?  Take a listen to find out.  If you have a question or topic you would like covered here on the Madison County Milk House podcast simply email us at pio@madisoncounty.ny.gov.

Serving Every Mile: Inside Look at the MC Highway Department

Welcome to the Madison County Milk House, hosted by Samantha Field the Madison County Public Information Officer.   This is where we talk about the big topics both North and South of Rt. 20. The Ground Hog says there is still more winter ahead of us.  Here in Central New York we have had our fair share of winter.  Thank you to our wonderful highway crews (County, Town, and State) who have been out around the clock for months clearing the roads and keeping us safe.   On this episode of the Milk House, we sit down with Madison County Highway Superintendent F. Joseph Wisinski about winter operations and the road projects coming up this spring.  Wisinski has been the Superintendent for almost 20 years, what has changed in those years, what has stayed the same? The Madison County Highway Department [https://www.madisoncounty.ny.gov/1537/Highway]maintains 435.05 miles of road, 124 bridges, and 186 large sized culverts (spans between 5 and 20 feet). If you have a question or topic you would like covered here on the Madison County Milk House podcast simply email us at pio@madisoncounty.ny.gov.