Milton and Mane

• Wild at Heart: When One Person’s Passion Guides Tomorrow’s Adventurers.

  What happens when a deep love of the outdoors becomes a mission to connect an entire community with nature? Ranger Jen Young joins host Christy Weeks to share how Milton's Parks and Rec team is making the natural world more accessible, educational, and exciting for everyone. From birding apps and stargazing tools to frog facts and first-fish stories, this episode is packed with inspiration and a whole lot of fun. Whether you're a seasoned hiker, an avid outdoorsy type, or a curious newbie, you'll come away ready to explore more—right in your own backyard. To learn more about outdoor programming through the Parks and Rec department, visit our website HERE!Want to connect with Ranger Jen Young? Email her at: [email protected] more information about the Wildlife 101 webinar series, visit:www.miltonga.gov/wildlife101With the community in mind, this podcast explores the stories, people, and initiatives that make our community unique. Each episode offers insights into local government, highlights Milton's history and future developments, and showcases the vibrant arts, culture, and sustainability efforts shaping our city. Join the conversation, celebrate our community, and discover how we're building a better Milton together. Do you have an idea for an episode or would like to request a specific topic to be covered? Email Christy Weeks, [email protected] more about the City of Milton at www.miltonga.gov.

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• Bridging the Gap: Building Trust Through Real Connection.

  Welcome Back!In this episode of Milton & Mane, we sit down with Officer Rebecca Tidwell to explore how community outreach continues to cultivate how Milton connects with its police department. From mentoring teens to equipping parents and empowering women, Tidwell shares how impactful face-to-face engagement is reshaping perceptions and building trust. Whether through a conversation over coffee or a hands-on academy experience, the Milton Police Department is showing up in meaningful ways—and residents are responding. Tune in to hear how these efforts are creating lasting bonds and safer streets, one connection at a time. Want to connect with Officer Tidwell?Email her at: [email protected] more about all of the community programs HERE!With the community in mind, this podcast explores the stories, people, and initiatives that make our community unique. Each episode offers insights into local government, highlights Milton's history and future developments, and showcases the vibrant arts, culture, and sustainability efforts shaping our city. Join the conversation, celebrate our community, and discover how we're building a better Milton together. Do you have an idea for an episode or would like to request a specific topic to be covered? Email Christy Weeks, [email protected] more about the City of Milton at www.miltonga.gov.

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• Past Meets Present: The Path to Progress and Preservation

  We are back with the last installment from the Milton Historical Society! In the previous two episodes, we recounted many pivotal moments in Milton's history—ultimately going from rural farmland to a now thriving community—this transformation tells a quintessentially American story of progress, preservation, and purposeful growth.In this episode, we will get some insight from Jeff Dufresne and Lynn Tinley, on how Georgia 400 changed many things, how a grassroots movement led to cityhood, and how Milton continues to balance growth with a deep commitment to greenspace, community character, and civic pride. If you love history, hidden gems, and stories that define a place—this one's for you.With the community in mind, this podcast explores the stories, people, and initiatives that make our community unique. Each episode offers insights into local government, highlights Milton's history and future developments, and showcases the vibrant arts, culture, and sustainability efforts shaping our city. Join the conversation, celebrate our community, and discover how we're building a better Milton together. Do you have an idea for an episode or would like to request a specific topic to be covered? Email Christy Weeks, [email protected] more about the City of Milton at www.miltonga.gov.

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• Serving Those Who Serve: Milton First Responders Foundation

  The strength of a community isn’t just in its infrastructure—it’s in how it supports those who protect it. In this episode, we sit down with Brian Dolan and Robyn Pinto of the Milton First Responders Foundation (MFRF) to explore the incredible ways this all-volunteer organization has spent the last decade providing for Milton’s police officers and firefighters. From financial assistance and educational grants to groundbreaking mental health support, MFRF ensures first responders, and their families never face challenges alone. Plus, a new opportunity under Georgia’s tax credit program is making it easier than ever for individuals and businesses to contribute. Tune in to hear how this initiative is making a real impact—and how you can be part of it. Want to get involved or donate? You can learn more about MFRF here: www.miltonfirstresponders.orgWith the community in mind, this podcast explores the stories, people, and initiatives that make our community unique. Each episode offers insights into local government, highlights Milton's history and future developments, and showcases the vibrant arts, culture, and sustainability efforts shaping our city. Join the conversation, celebrate our community, and discover how we're building a better Milton together. Do you have an idea for an episode or would like to request a specific topic to be covered? Email Christy Weeks, [email protected] more about the City of Milton at www.miltonga.gov.

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• Building Milton: Hard Times & Tough Choices (Part 2/3)

  How did your hometown survive America’s toughest times? This episode uncovers Milton County’s hidden history, from Civil War struggles to the Great Depression. Jeff DuFresne and Lynn Tinley with The Milton Historical Society are back. The two continue to reveal the untold stories of divided loyalties, economic hardships, and the resilience that shaped Milton’s identity. While many assume North Georgia was fully aligned with the Confederacy, Milton County tells a more complicated story—one of reluctant soldiers, struggling families, and a community forced to adapt. From the devastation of war to the agricultural collapse brought by drought and the boll weevil, Milton’s residents found ways to endure through ingenuity and sheer determination. The episode also explores how financial hardship led to a controversial merger with Fulton County, a decision that still sparks debate today. To learn more about the Milton Historical Society, visit their website: https://www.miltonhistoricalsociety-georgia.org/With the community in mind, this podcast explores the stories, people, and initiatives that make our community unique. Each episode offers insights into local government, highlights Milton's history and future developments, and showcases the vibrant arts, culture, and sustainability efforts shaping our city. Join the conversation, celebrate our community, and discover how we're building a better Milton together. Do you have an idea for an episode or would like to request a specific topic to be covered? Email Christy Weeks, [email protected] more about the City of Milton at www.miltonga.gov.

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