Milledgeville Weekly

In this week’s episode of Milledgeville Weekly, Anna Grace talks with Presley Schneider, the Producer of the Milledgeville Weekly Podcast. For this last episode, they discuss some points that stood out to them and all that they have learned this semester. The views expressed on this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views of Georgia College & State University, its administration, faculty and staff or the University System of Georgia.

In this week’s episode of Milledgeville Weekly, Presley talks with Jessica Whitehead, the Curator and Director of the Central State Hospital Museum. They discuss how she started her photography business, her haunted history tours, the importance of mental health, as well as her background with her own mental health, and how sharing her experience has influenced others. The views expressed on this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views of Georgia College & State University, its administration, faculty and staff or the University System of Georgia.

In this week’s episode of Milledgeville Weekly, Anna Grace talks with Lolly Brooks, who serves as the Executive Director of Georgia's Old Capital Heritage Center at the Depot. They discuss the mission of the Heritage Center, the importance it holds in Milledgeville, and how the community can help. The views expressed on this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views of Georgia College & State University, its administration, faculty and staff or the University System of Georgia.

In this week’s episode of Milledgeville Weekly, Anna Grace talks with Kaycie Jacobs, the Baldwin Reads Program Director. They discuss the inspiration behind creating the Baldwin Reads organization, the importance of literacy, and how the community can get involved/volunteer. The views expressed on this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views of Georgia College & State University, its administration, faculty and staff or the University System of Georgia.

In this week’s episode of Milledgeville Weekly, Anna Grace talks with Courtney Bentley, the Director of Communities in Schools Organization. They discuss how Communities in Schools impact the Milledgeville community, the services they offer, the purpose of a Site Coordinator, and how the community can get involved.  The views expressed on this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views of Georgia College & State University, its administration, faculty and staff or the University System of Georgia.

In this week’s episode of Milledgeville Weekly, Anna Grace talks with Lacey Cummings, the Marketing Director of Visit Milledgeville. They discuss how the trolley tour route was selected, some frequently asked questions, and some broader initiatives supporting tourism and community engagement. The views expressed on this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views of Georgia College & State University, its administration, faculty and staff or the University System of Georgia.

In this week’s episode of Milledgeville Weekly, Anna Grace talks with Kara Lassiter, President and CEO, and Leah Frazier, Marketing and Events Manager at the Chamber of Commerce. They discuss exactly what the Chamber is, ways the Chamber supports small businesses, internship and mentorship opportunities, and downtown businesses and local events. The views expressed on this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views of Georgia College & State University, its administration, faculty and staff or the University System of Georgia.

In this week’s episode of Milledgeville Weekly, Anna Grace and Presley talk with Ava Dye, Executive Director of Fundraising, and Lloyd Addington, Co-Director of Moral, who are involved in GC Miracle at GCSU. They discuss the purpose of GC Miracle, how it has affected their lives, and how others can help/join.The views expressed on this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views of Georgia College & State University, its administration, faculty and staff or the University System of Georgia.

In this week’s episode of Milledgeville Weekly, Anna Grace talks with Debbie Waugh and Fidelis Folifac about their work in Milledgeville’s community gardens. Waugh is involved with Salamander Springs, and Folifac is with the Alaha’ Ndem community garden. They discuss how they became involved in the community garden, what the community garden does, how the community garden has affected their lives, and how others can get involved. The views expressed on this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views of Georgia College & State University, its administration, faculty and staff or the University System of Georgia.