About this podcast
Welcome to Municipal Matters! The podcast that explores the exciting developments, community events, and important issues shaping the City of Henderson, KY.
Whether you're sipping on coffee or driving down Green Street, join us as we make municipal matters matter more - TOGETHER!
Episodes
- Positivity in Henderson · 1 h 10 min · Season 1 Episode 13Join Mayor Brad Staton for an uplifting episode of Municipal Matters as he sits down with guests Josh Stanley, Maggie Collier, and Kyle Duckworth to talk about the positive…
- Keeping Henderson Informed: Inside the City’s Public Relations Efforts · 41 min · Season 1 Episode 12In this episode of Municipal Matters, Mayor Brad Staton sits down with City of Henderson Public Relations Director Holli Blanford to talk about how the City communicates with…
- Behind the Badge: The Power of Community Policing · 1 h 12 min · Season 1 Episode 15What does community policing really mean, and how does it help make Henderson a safer, stronger community? In this episode of Municipal Matters, Mayor Brad Staton sits down with…
- Empowering Women: A Conversation with the Tristate Women’s Network · 50 min · Season 1 Episode 14In honor of Women’s History Month, Mayor Brad Staton sits down with Missy Vanderpool, Riley Hamilton, and Angel Hill to explore the work of the Tristate Women’s Network. Learn…
- Elevating Henderson: Building Independence at Elevate Estates · 1 h 2 min · Season 1 Episode 13Join Mayor Brad Staton as he welcomes Elevate Executive Director Julie Wischer and Elevate client Sandra to discuss their newest adventure - Elevate Estates! This 48-unit…
- Healthy Community, Strong City: A Conversation with Linda White · 46 min · Season 1 Episode 12In this episode of Municipal Matters, Henderson Mayor Brad Staton sits down with Linda White, CEO of Deaconess Henderson Hospital, for an in-depth conversation about the current…
- Parks & Recreation: Programs, Places & People · 1 h 2 min · Season 1 Episode 11In this episode, Mayor Brad Staton and Parks & Recreation Director Thomas Kenney meet to discuss the role Parks & Recreation plays in enhancing quality of life in Henderson. From…
- Investing in the Next Generation: Connecting Classrooms and Community · 1 h 11 min · Season 1 Episode 10In this episode of Municipal Matters, Mayor Brad Staton sits down with Henderson County Schools Superintendent Dr. Bob Lawson and Henderson Community College President Dr. Jason…
- The Business of Progress: Economic Development in Henderson · 59 min · Season 1 Episode 9In this episode, Henderson Mayor Brad Staton sits down with Missy Vanderpool, Executive Director of Henderson Economic Development, and Whitney Risley, Director of Existing…
- City Government Month Kickoff: Partnerships, Pathways & Preparing the Next Generation · 57 min · Season 1 Episode 8Mayor Brad Staton is joined by Kentucky League of Cities CEO J.D. Chaney, Henderson Firefighter Division Chief Casey Howard, and City Public Relations Director Holli Blanford for…
- Empowering the Next Generation: Henderson Leadership Initiative · 1 h 8 min · Season 1 Episode 7In this episode of Municipal Matters, Mayor Brad Staton sits down with three guests who are shaping Henderson’s leadership landscape: Henderson County Judge Executive Brad…
- The Inner City Improvement Plan: Progress, Partnerships, and Possibility · 1 h 4 min · Season 1 Episode 6Join Mayor Staton and special guests for an in-depth look at Henderson’s Inner City Improvement Plan. In this episode, you’ll hear about the progress made over the past two…
- Juneteenth in Henderson: A Celebration of History and Hope · 48 min · Season 1 Episode 7Join Mayor Staton and guests Charles Johnson, Dr. Michelle Chappell, and Mi'Oshi Holloway as they discuss Henderson's upcoming Juneteenth celebration!
- Songs of Summer BONUS Episode · 53 min · Season 1 Episode 6Join Mayor Brad Staton, Tourism Director Abby Dixon, and Tourism Marketing Director Ellie Kellen as they discuss all things Songs of Summer. Henderson is lucky to be the home of…
- Grad Talk: Dreams, Decisions, and a Hometown's Role · 60 min · Season 1 Episode 5Join Mayor Brad Staton as he invites local high school seniors Jackelyn Arroyo, Carson Weiss, Alton Berger, and Gabby Major to discuss their upcoming high school graduation. You…
- Sip, Sip, Hooray! Rhythm River Distillery Coming to Henderson · 1 h 0 min · Season 1 Episode 4Join host Mayor Brad Staton as he invites local entrepreneurs Andrew and Meredith Powell to discuss their new venture - Rhythm River Distillery!
- Ready, Set, Celebrate: Henderson’s New Sports Complex Is Here · 51 min · Season 1 Episode 3Join your host Mayor Brad Staton as he discusses the new sports complex with City Manager Dylan Ward and City Commissioner Rodney Thomas.
- Feathers, Forests, & Future Fun: Dive Into the Audubon Park Convention Center · 55 min · Season 1 Episode 2Municipal Matters host Mayor Brad Staton is joined by Henderson Tourist Commission Executive Director Abby Dixon, local business owner Andy Rideout, and former Henderson Water…
- Hard Hats & Big Ideas: Construction Around Henderson · 47 min · Season 1 Episode 1Join Mayor Brad Staton as he talks with City Manager Buzzy Newman, Assistant City Manager Dylan Ward, and I-69 ORX Project Manager Emily Deason about the exciting projects…
