Talbot County, Maryland

Nominations Accepted for Talbot County’s Community Impact Awards

12/09/2024
Category: Economic Development and Tourism

The Talbot County Department of Economic Development and Tourism and the Economic Development Commission are now accepting online nominations for the 2025 Community Impact Awards. Read more

Business Academy Offers Free Training for Talbot County’s Small and Minority-Owned Businesses

12/05/2024
Category: Economic Development and Tourism

The Talbot County Department of Economic Development and Tourism will launch its third cohort of the Talbot Works Business Academy this winter, with the free program limited to 15 participants and online applications due by December 31, 2024. Read more

Talbot County's Plein Air Festival Honored with Maryland Tourism Award

11/25/2024
Category: Economic Development and Tourism

The Avalon Foundation, in collaboration with the Talbot County Department of Economic Development and Tourism, has been awarded the Transactional Opportunities Award at the 2024 Maryland Tourism Awards. This recognition, presented during the 43rd Annual Maryland Tourism & Travel Summit in Harford County acknowledges the significant impact of the Plein Air Easton Competition and Arts Festival on local tourism and economic growth. Read more

Talbot Works Business Academy graduates 8 small businesses

11/15/2024
Category: Economic Development and Tourism

Talbot County Business Academy Fall 2024 Cohort Graduate

11/14/2024
Category: Economic Development and Tourism

At their regular meeting, the Talbot County Council awarded graduation certificates to eight participants in the second cohort of the Talbot Works Business Academy on Tuesday, November 12. The business owners recently completed an 8-week entrepreneurship course sponsored by the Talbot County Department of Economic Development and Tourism. Read more

Community Impact Breakfast at Waterfowl Festival is Friday, November 8

10/24/2024
Category: Economic Development and Tourism

Join Waterfowl Festival, The Arc Central Chesapeake Region, and Talbot County Economic Development and Tourism for the Community Impact Breakfast on Friday, November 8 from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the PNC Art Pavilion at 37 S. Harrison Street in Easton. Read more

County Recognizes Maryland Economic Development Week

10/23/2024
Category: Economic Development and Tourism County Council

The Talbot County Department of Economic Development and Tourism joins colleagues around the state to celebrate Economic Development Week, sponsored by the Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA). Read more

Money Maryland Announces Panelists, Resource Partners for Sept. 14 Expo

09/10/2024
Category: Economic Development and Tourism

This Saturday’s Money Maryland event in Easton brings together expert panelists and resource partners to help small businesses prosper and grow. The free event will take place from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the BAAM Athletic Center at 31 Jowite Street. Doors open at 9:30 a.m., with advanced registration suggested at moneymaryland.com.   Read more

Money Maryland Comes to Talbot County September 14

08/22/2024
Category: Economic Development and Tourism

Join Talbot County small business leaders for the free Money Maryland Expo on Saturday, Sept. 14 from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the BAAM Athletic Center at 31 Jowite Street in Easton, Maryland. Participation is limited, with advanced registration required at www.moneymaryland.com.   Read more

Presentation at Talbot County Library on June 18 Explores the Delmarva Index

06/05/2024
Category: Economic Development and Tourism

Talbot County business, agency, and nonprofit leaders interested in learning more about the power of the data available through the Delmarva Index are encouraged to attend a free presentation on Tuesday, June 18 beginning at noon at the Easton branch of the Talbot County Free Library. Read more

Council Vice President Pete Lesher's Remarks from 250th Commemoration of Talbot Resolves

05/28/2024
Category: Economic Development and Tourism County Council

The following speech was presented by Talbot County Council Vice President, Pete Lesher during the 250th Anniversary of the Talbot Resolves Commemoration Event on May 24, 2024. Read more

Step Back in Time at May 24 Talbot Resolves Celebration

05/17/2024
Category: Economic Development and Tourism County Council

The sounds of an old-fashioned Town Crier will resonate at the Talbot County Courthouse on Friday, May 24 as the community takes a step back in time to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Talbot Resolves. The free public event kicks off at noon, rain or shine, with light refreshments served. Read more

250th Commemoration Celebration of the Talbot Resolves

05/13/2024
Category: Economic Development and Tourism County Council

On Friday, May 24, 2024, beginning at 12:00 noon the Talbot Historical Society, members of the Talbot County Council, and the Colonel Tench Tilghman Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) will commemorate and celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Talbot Resolves. Read more

Council Member Keasha Haythe's Remarks from Business Appreciation Summit

05/07/2024
Category: Economic Development and Tourism County Council

The following speech was presented by Talbot County Council Member, Keasha Haythe at the Talbot County Business Appreciation Summit on May 2, 2024. Read more

Talbot County Announces 2024 Community Impact Award Winners

05/02/2024
Category: Economic Development and Tourism

Talbot County business leaders gathered on Thursday, May 2 in the Tidewater Inn’s Gold Ballroom for the 17th Talbot County Business Appreciation Summit and presentation of the 2024 Community Impact Awards. Read more

Talbot County Announces Business Academy Graduates

04/10/2024
Category: Economic Development and Tourism County Council

The Talbot County Council awarded graduation certificates to 15 participants in the inaugural Talbot Works Business Academy on Tuesday, April 9, at their regular meeting. The cohort of business owners recently completed an 8-week entrepreneurship course that was sponsored by the Talbot County Department of Economic Development and Tourism. Read more

Talbot County Announces Speaker for Business Appreciation Summit on May 2

04/01/2024
Category: Economic Development and Tourism

The Talbot County Department of Economic Development and Tourism hosts the summit in partnership with the Talbot County Economic Development Commission. The annual event celebrates the local business community and honors businesses, projects, and individuals who have made a significant impact in the community. Nearly 200 business, government, and civic leaders will attend. Read more

U.S. Senators Visit Seafood Processing Business in Tilghman

03/15/2024
Category: Economic Development and Tourism County Council

Senators Van Hollen and Cardin, Congressman Harris secured funding in recently enacted FY24 appropriations package. Read more

Kristen Goller Joins Department of Economic Development and Tourism

01/30/2024
Category: Economic Development and Tourism

Economic Development and Tourism is pleased announces appointment of Kristen Goller as the Tourism Manager. In this role, Goller will play a pivotal part in advancing the county's tourism initiatives and fostering economic growth through strategic marketing and development efforts. Read more

Start the New Year Outdoors with First Day Hikes in Talbot County

12/19/2023
Category: Parks and Recreation Economic Development and Tourism

Taking a First Day Hike is an annual tradition, a fun healthy way to welcome in the new year. Read more

Free Training for Business Owners With Talbot Works Business Academy

12/13/2023
Category: Economic Development and Tourism

The Talbot County Department of Economic Development and Tourism will launch its new Talbot Works Business Academy, a free online business training program to help small businesses succeed and grow, in early 2024. Read more

Nominations Open for Talbot County's Community Impact Awards

11/30/2023
Category: Economic Development and Tourism

The Talbot County Department of Economic Development and Tourism and the Economic Development Commission are now accepting online nominations for the 2023 Community Impact Awards. Read more

Talbot County Hosts Coffee and Conservation at Waterfowl Festival, Nov. 10

11/02/2023
Category: Economic Development and Tourism

The Talbot County Department of Economic Development and Tourism will again team up with the Waterfowl Festival to host Coffee and Conservation, a networking event to celebrate the opening of the festival’s 52nd year. Read more

Governor’s Special Secretary Maria Martinez Speaks at Talbot County Minority Business Resource Fair in Easton

10/27/2023
Category: Economic Development and Tourism

Providing resources and connections for minority business start-ups and expanding businesses Read more

Departments Urge Best Practices as Part of Cybersecurity Awareness Month

10/19/2023
Category: Emergency Services Economic Development and Tourism

To recognize Cybersecurity Awareness Month, the Talbot County Department of Emergency Services (DES) and the Department of Technical Services have partnered share best practices for cybersecurity. The public awareness campaign, coined “Talbot Secure”, will run on Talbot County Emergency Service’s social media in October. Read more

Talbot County Minority Business Resource Fair Scheduled for Oct. 14 in Easton

10/13/2023
Category: Economic Development and Tourism

Small business owners and entrepreneurs are invited to attend the Talbot County Minority Business Resource Fair on Saturday, October 14 from 4-7 p.m. at the Waterfowl Festival Building in downtown Easton. The event is free, including childcare provided for participants. Read more

Talbot County Free Library Offers Resources for Businesses

10/05/2023
Category: Economic Development and Tourism

The Talbot County Free Library offers many free services and programs to those running a business, searching for a job, or looking to improve skills. All one needs is a library card. Read more

USDA Rural Utilities Service Visits County

09/29/2023
Category: Economic Development and Tourism

Easton Utilities welcomed more than 60 representatives from the USDA Rural Utility Service Telecommunications Programs on Wednesday, Sept. 20 at Triple Creek Winery in Cordova for a first-hand view of Connect Talbot, a broadband expansion project partially funded by a USDA Rural e-Connectivity grant. Read more

Talbot County Announces 2023 Community Impact Award Winners

05/05/2023
Category: Economic Development and Tourism County Council

Talbot County business leaders gathered on Wednesday, May 3 in the Tidewater Inn’s Gold Ballroom for the 16th Talbot County Business Appreciation Breakfast and presentation of the 2023 Community Impact Awards. Read more