Welcome to the Madison County Milk House, hosted by Samantha Field the Madison County Public Information Officer. This is where we talk about the big topics both North and South of Rt. 20.

In this episode we sit down with Madison County Historian Matthew Urtz and talk about Madison County's impact on history. Madison County was not established until 1806. This small rural community has had a lasting and major impact on the shaping of our Country. Take a trip through history with us as we discuss the first female baseball game, abolition movement, women's suffrage, agriculture impact and more.

To find out more read the articles in the County Connections Newsletters from 2026: https://www.madisoncounty.ny.gov/3216/County-Connections-Newsletter

Madison County Historic Marker Challenge: https://www.madisoncounty.ny.gov/3290/Madison-County-Historic-Marker-Challenge

If you have a question or topic you would like covered here on the Madison County Milk House podcast simply email us at pio@madisoncounty.ny.gov.

Welcome to the Madison County Milk House, hosted by Samantha Field the Madison County Public Information Officer. This is where we talk about the big topics both North and South of Rt. 20.

A huge shout out to Madison County Public Health (MCPH) which was recently awarded national accreditation through the Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB). MCPH is a team of 40 staff members who carry out about 30 programs that span health promotion, disease control and prevention, environmental health, public health preparedness, skilled nursing, and early intervention.

Accreditation demonstrates Madison County Public Health’s commitment to serving the community and continuously improving the quality, accountability, and performance of public health services. The accreditation process evaluates all of the departments' functions—not just one program. Take a listen as we chat with Erica Bird, Deputy Director of MCPH and Megan Polhamus, Health Educator, who were both heavily involved in the process. One thing the accreditation process reinforced is that public health is a team sport. Not just the department team, but also the relationships with community partners.

If you have a question or topic you would like covered here on the Madison County Milk House podcast simply email us at pio@madisoncounty.ny.gov.

Welcome to the Madison County Milk House, hosted by Samantha Field the Madison County Public Information Officer. This is where we talk about the big topics both North and South of Rt. 20.

As spring comes to Central New York, Madison County comes to life. Madison County Historian Matt Urtz joins us in the Milk House as we sit down with with Allison Lehr, Museum Manager at All Things Oz Museum and Paul Nasca, Historic Site Manager at Lorenzo State Historic Site. We chat about local history and some amazing events coming up.

• Oz-Stravaganza - June 5-7 in Chittenango, NY
  • The 49th annual festival brings all things Oz to life in downtown Chittenango as we celebrate Frank L. Baum.
  • Parade: June 6 at 2:00 PM - This year actress Marissa Bode, stars as "Nessarose" in WICKED movies, will be the grand marshall.
  • Check out their website or Facebook for more
• Lorenzo State Historic Site
  • Revisit the Revolution: Lorenzo’s America 250th Speaker Series Hosted at Meier’s Creek Cazenovia Farm Brewery - June 4
  • Lorenzo Garden Day - June 6
  • Sixth Annual Cazenovia Pride Festival - June 27
  • Lorenzo Driving Competition - July 17 - 19
• Madison County Historic Marker Challenge - April 24 - August 15, 2026

There is something for everyone happening in Madison County. Get out and enjoy!

If you have a question or topic you would like covered here on the Madison County Milk House podcast simply email us at pio@madisoncounty.ny.gov.