News and Updates
Vanhooser Named Maryland Tourism Person of the Year
12/01/2025
Category: Economic Development and Tourism
In a room filled with Maryland’s most accomplished tourism leaders, Cassandra Vanhooser, director of the Talbot County Department of Economic Development and Tourism, was named the 2025 Maryland Tourism Person of the Year on Tuesday, Nov. 18, at the Maryland Travel and Tourism Summit in College Park. Read more
Council Highlights, November 25, 2025
11/26/2025
Category: County Manager’s Office
The Talbot County Council met on November 25, 2025, to recognize outstanding public service, issue key proclamations, and advance several important County initiatives. Highlights included honors for 9-1-1 Specialist Hannah Ward, proclamations on Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Month and the Festival of Trees, action on Resolution 235, and public hearings on Bills 1621 and 1622. The Council also approved multiple departmental requests and appointments during the County Manager’s Report. Read more
Goldsborough Neck Road Improvement Project Strengthens Infrastructure and Safety to Support Economic Growth
11/10/2025
Category: Public Works Economic Development and Tourism County Manager’s Office County Council
Talbot County, in partnership with the Town of Easton and the Mid-Shore Regional Council, has completed a multi-phase project to widen and strengthen Goldsborough Neck Road, enhancing safety, improving access, and supporting future economic growth tied to the Mistletoe Hall Commerce-Business Park and Talbot Commerce Park. Read more
Talbot County to Hold “Skate Out Hunger” Charity Skate on November 15 at the Ice Rink
11/10/2025
Category: County Council
Talbot County Department of Parks and Recreation is teaming up with the Talbot County Hunger Coalition for a special community event to support local food pantries. “Skate Out Hunger: Charity Skate” is scheduled for Saturday, November 15th from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the County ice rink (10028 Ocean Gateway, Easton). Read more
County Council Meeting Highlights, November 4, 2025
11/07/2025
Category: County Council
The Talbot County Council recognized Operation Green Light for Veterans, received updates from the Maryland Environmental Service and the Health Department, and celebrated 25 consecutive years of national financial reporting excellence. Council also introduced new legislation on alcohol dispensary bistros, referred a cannabis zoning amendment for review, and re-elected Council President Chuck Callahan and Vice President Pete Lesher. Read more
Council Meeting Highlights, October 28, 2025
10/31/2025
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The Talbot County Council recognized the Talbot County Free Library’s 100th anniversary and proclaimed November 1 as Nace’s Day, honoring the nation’s oldest continuous emancipation celebration. The meeting also included updates on community grant funding, sewer system improvements, and the introduction of new legislation on zoning and short-term rental licensing. Read more
The State of Food Pantries in Talbot County
10/31/2025
Category: Talbot Family Network
On a brisk Friday morning, volunteers at St. Mark’s Food Pantry at Brookletts Place Senior Center move with quiet purpose. Bags of produce, canned goods, and staples fill tables as cars line up outside. Catherine Poe, chair of the Talbot County Hunger Coalition and the Friday distribution overseer, smiles at familiar faces. Read more
Talbot County Responds to Impacts of Federal Shutdown and SNAP Benefit Losses
10/31/2025
Category: Talbot Family Network County Manager’s Office County Council
Talbot County officials are acutely aware of the challenges facing local families, federal employees, and service providers as the impacts of the federal government shutdown and the loss of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits ripple through the community. Read more
Commission on Aging: Collaboration Leads to New Funding for Senior Programs
10/30/2025
Category: Commission on Aging
At a recent meeting, the Talbot County Commission on Aging demonstrated how collaboration can create a meaningful impact for older adults and their families. Read more
County Council Meeting Highlights, October 14, 2025
10/22/2025
Category: Partner Agencies County Manager’s Office County Council
The Talbot County Council’s October 14 meeting included proclamations for Mobile Integrated Health Week, Colonel Tench Tilghman Week, and Economic Development Week, along with updates on lifesaving programs, public hearings, and major project approvals. Read more
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