Podcasts about Jefferson County

Lisa Fine speaks with Cricket Snyder, the first Chief Compliance Officer for the Jefferson County Commission in Birmingham, Alabama, a role that was mandated by a US Federal District Court decree. Cricket shares her experiences in shifting the compliance culture in Jefferson County from one where she was initially viewed as an extension of the monitoring to one where she overcame employee skepticism and built trust, connecting with people throughout the county. Cricket also emphasizes the importance of vulnerability, particularly in a new, challenging role. She also reminds us of the power of being open about what you don't know and how doing so helped foster a more transparent and collaborative environment. She also received support from the broader compliance community. Lisa and Cricket also discuss strategies to increase engagement. Cricket introduced “Compliance Week” to Jefferson County, transforming compliance education into engaging, themed events. These have increased trust in the function among all county employees, leading to a positive culture shift.

Undersheriff, Lt. Col. Tim Whitney tells our Stuart McMillian the department is hiring a *Civilian* Crime Scene Technician. He calls it a national trend.

On this West Virginia Morning, officials in Jefferson County are working to balance financial needs, historic preservation and economic vitality in downtown Charles Town. The county commission bought two new buildings this year but now has to decide what to do with the other properties. Jack Walker takes a look at the options and some... View Article The post Eastern Panhandle Growing Pains And Offsetting Medicaid Cuts, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

The Crossman family farm has been a cornerstone of legacy and love since 1925, when Walter R. Crossman first purchased the land. His son Bud joined him at 18, later expanding the operation with his wife, Sandy, to support their growing family. From remodeling the barn to boosting genetics with registered Brown Swiss, Bud was always innovating. Their dedication paid off when their daughter’s photo with a Brown Swiss landed on the cover of Hoard’s Dairyman, sparking pen pals and later visitors from around the world. In 1984, Bud earned national recognition in Nashville for his small herd, marking his first vacation in over three decades. Though Bud passed away two years ago, his family’s deep-rooted connection to the farm, and to each other, lives on in every acre.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(Jul 25, 2025) We hear from the North Country's public television stations about how they're responding to more than a billion dollars in federal funding cuts for public media; a spot on the St. Lawrence River near Cape Vincent has failed water quality tests twice this summer; 376,000 fewer vehicles crossed into the U.S. from the New York-Canadian border than this time last year; Jefferson County has received a grant to increase the growth of native plants and help restore natural ecosystems; and, Warren County is named after a lesser known founding father, and the county's historical society opens a new exhibit dedicated to Joseph Warren this weekend.

Send us a textIn this episode, Daniel Rock and Jason Adair delve into the remarkable journey of Bryant Park Elementary, an SREB Pacesetter School in Jefferson County, Alabama. We talk to Principal Cortney Slaughter and teacher Alex Wilson about how they built a thriving school from the ground up since its opening in 2020.In this episode, you'll learn about:Embracing the "Why" and Building Ownership: Discover how Bryant Park Elementary went beyond checklists, fostering deep teacher ownership and rich conversations, allowing for productive struggle that led to a much richer experience.Arts Integration as a Core Strategy: Explore how the school successfully integrates the four art forms (theater, dance, music and visual arts) with core curriculum standards to promote student engagement, retention and confidence. Hear examples like using tap dancing for math fluency and Tableaus for reading comprehension.Recognition and Achievements: Learn about Bryant Park's impressive accolades, including being a Class School of Distinction for arts integration, an Alabama Reading Initiative Spotlight School, and a Marzano High Reliability School (level one).Creating a Culture of Shared Leadership: Understand the importance of a collaborative, shared leadership approach where the principal is not the sole decision-maker. Find out how leadership teams, including the Continuous Improvement Leadership Team and the Design Team, ensure every grade level has a voice and opportunities for growth.Intentional Professional Learning: Discover Bryant Park's robust professional development model, including a partnership with Arts Now for quarterly 3-day arts integration training. New teachers receive foundational training, and the school intentionally schedules time for learning during the school day, respecting teachers' time.Teacher-Led Instructional Rounds: Learn about their unique approach to instructional rounds, where teachers observe peers to identify strengths and areas for improvement, focusing on specific instructional practices like vocabulary and explicit instruction. This process provides purposeful feedback that is debriefed in professional learning communities.Key Advice for School Leaders: Gain insights into the most important considerations for leaders piloting new programs, emphasizing shared leadership, valuing every voice (even critical ones) and balancing shared decision-making with clear expectations and boundaries for growth.This episode offers practical strategies and inspiring examples for any educator or leader looking to transform their school through innovative practices and a strong culture of continuous learning! The Southern Regional Education Board is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that works with states and schools to improve education at every level, from early childhood through doctoral education and the workforce. Follow Us on Social: Facebook Instagram X

Our next live podcast is July 28: Join us as we take look at Louisville's most important development projects. Registration here.Affordable housing is an issue affecting many communities in the country, including Louisville. We get into some of the factors behind it on this week's Access Louisville podcast.Elizabeth Strojan, executive director of the Louisville Metro Housing Authority, joins the program to give us her insights on the issue. You might not realize how many people in Jefferson County are impacted by the Authority's work — which is something Strojan admits surprised her too. It directly serves 30,000 people in the county.Strojan and LBF Editor-in-Chief Shea Van Hoy go over a number of topics on the show, including reactions to the recent Big Beautiful Bill — passed by Congress and signed by President Trump — as well as affordable housing needs. They also talk about the reaction that new affordable housing proposals often garner — specifically when it comes to density. "It's really the same everywhere," Strojan said. She recalled that even while working in New York City in affordable housing finance, neighbors opposed dense housing developments."We're talking about a densly built city where people are scared of density," she said. "I think it's unfortunately a part of human nature to fear change and fear the unknown. The best way to get people supporting affordable housing is to build the affordable housing. Because they see the sky doesn't fall."Strojan also talked about what's next for the Dosker Manor public housing complex.She said it's unfortunate that it has to be demolished but, after a physical needs assessment, there didn't look to be a way to save it. Right now, the authority is in the process of relocating residents (about 200 remain). The three highrises and the former First Link grocery story will be demolished and several hundred units will be rebuilt (which won't be as dense as before.) "Overall we want obviously to increase the supply affordable housing. But that level of very high needs population in one city block was not sustainable for an organization like ours," she said.You can hear the full interview on the show. Access Louisville, sponsored by Baird, is a weekly podcast from Louisville Business First. It's available on popular podcast services including Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Join #LocalGovMatters co-hosts, WCA President & CEO Mark O'Connell and WCA Communications Consultant Michelle Gormican Thompson, as they sit down with Jefferson County Administrator Michael Luckey, as he discusses his new role, important county initiatives, and exciting economic development efforts that are positioning Jefferson County for success today and in the future. ResourcesJefferson County Wisconsin […] The post #LocalGovMatters Episode 12: One-on-One with Jefferson County's Michael Luckey appeared first on #LocalGovMatters 2.0.

Today on MetroNews This Morning: --An illegal alien admits to his role in a Jefferson County murder case--Congressman Riley Moore defends provisions of the Big Beautiful Bill--West Virginia first responders are on stand-by if needed for flood recovery efforts in Texas--In Sports: Mountaineer basketball Coach Ross Hodge talks about his team and summer workouts 

It's Friday and time for our Reporter Roundtable where we get you up to date on all the news that made headlines this week, including two missing teens in Jefferson County and an update in the Bryan Kohberger murder trial.

(Jun 27, 2025) What's changed after the 2015 Dannemora prison escape revealed security cracks; Governor Hochul talks about Trump's ‘Big Beautiful Bill' and immigration crackdown; Lewis County Sheriff's Office has arrested a man it says was deported last year; the Jefferson County Board of Elections says it has identified and remedied a discrepancy in its unofficial primary election results; and, rainy days ahead.

In honor of The Collective's grand opening, we brought in certified peer specialist John Singer to provide insight into his motivation for creating a recovery community center in Jefferson County. He explains the ability of RCC's to lower barriers to recovery, our partnership with Jefferson Franklin Community Action Corporation, and why transportation services to treatment are so important in JeffCo. Come visit us at The Collective now!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chris Howard joins Marc in studio to discuss his campaign for Jefferson County Executive. He outlines plans to grow the county's tax base, address limited housing, and reduce reliance on St. Louis County jobs. Howard highlights the Jefferson County Port Authority's 650-acre development and its potential to become a major U.S. port, benefiting farmers and regional trade. With over 25 years in politics and backing from local leaders, Howard officially kicks off his campaign Thursday at 6 PM at the Drury Inn in Arnold.

Marc kicks off Hour 4 with Dr. Shannon Kroner, who discusses her children's book Let's Be Critical Thinkers, aimed at helping kids question media and pandemic narratives. Then, Tom Ackerman joins to break down the Cardinals' recent series, Chip Caray's broadcast controversy, and the NBA Finals. Finally, Chris Howard joins in studio to talk about his campaign for Jefferson County Executive, including economic development, housing challenges, and a transformative new port project.

Jefferson County is investing in their economic development with a new food and beverage innovation Campus. Kinkkoman foods has already started construction on their new factory with OnegoBio coming soon. Deb Reinbold is the President of ThriveED in Jefferson county. She explains the evolving project to Ben Jarboe. She says that all the advancements are part of an updated strategic plan for the county. She says the reason for choosing food and beverage is because they already have a strong presence in the industry and it will not take away from other municipalities industrial complexes in the area. Another part of this plan is making new housing for the city. She says that they have not had a large increase in new housing since 2008. The hope is that the people that go to Jefferson to work will fill these new places. Reinbold says they have big things coming soon that she is unable to announce yet but that the ultimate goal is to boost the economy for Jefferson county as well as the state as a whole. Hot and sticky weather for all of Wisconsin today. Stu Muck says it may be what plants want, but cows will need attention.The farm workforce in Wisconsin might be made up of family, foreign-born labor, or people across different generations. How can farm managers better retain those employees? Stephanie Hoff gets an outline from Michael Hoffman, president of Igniting Performance, who works closely with agricultural organizations such as Professional Dairy Producers. He specializes in helping develop leaders in the family business. One of the presentations he gives to dairy farmers is on how to make farm employees feel comfortable and valued in the workplace. He tells us the top challenges for farm families when it comes to managing farm labor. Wisconsin's making more resources available to farms that want to concentrate on retaining employees and better training them. Hernando Duarte, Bilingual Farm Labor Outreach Specialist Agriculture Institute, is a boots on the ground resource that farms turn to to bridge gaps in developing new leaders. Duarte says that farms identify potential managers and turn to Duarte to help move them down that path.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jefferson County is investing in their economic development with a new food and beverage innovation Campus. Kikkoman foods has already started construction on their new factory with OnegoBio coming soon. Deb Reinbold is the President of ThriveED in Jefferson County and she says that all the advancements are part of an updated strategic plan for the county. She also says there is about $563 million invested into this new campus. The end goal is to boost the county's economy and create more jobs to attract new residents. To go along with this campus, they are making housing renovations and allowing more businesses to move into the area, so the county becomes a powerhouse.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Market Update + Garage Goals? Say No More. On this week’s podcast, we’re breaking down the latest housing market stats across our region—and trust us, things are getting interesting. Homes are sitting a bit longer Prices are still rising Some counties are seeing more price drops And yes, inventory is creeping up Want to know what’s really happening in your market? We’ve got all the local numbers—from Frederick to Jefferson County—and what they mean if you're buying or selling this summer. PLUS... our House of the Week is a must-see rancher that comes with serious garage envy. 4846 Casper Rd | Hancock, MD | $475,0007.74 acres, gourmet kitchen, finished basement, and garage space for everything (including a lift ). Tune in now to get the full market breakdown and hear more about this incredible property!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Right now Wisconsin dairy operators are enjoying a pretty healthy milk check. Will that be the case later this year? Bob Bosold discusses the dairy price outlook with Leonard Polzin, Dairy Markets and Policy Outreach Specialist at UW-River Falls. Hot weather on the way today with some measurable rain. That's the outlook from Stu Muck. A new food company is on its way to Jefferson County. Ben Jarboe finds out about the Finland based, OnegoBio Wisconsin native Chris Landowski is a co-founder and Chief Technical Officer for OnegoBio. He explains how they are able to work around the bird flu by brewing egg whites. Landowski also says that this Finland based company is building a new factory in Jefferson Wisconsin. In order to pick this they did a nationwide survey and Wisconsin's access to corn starch and great reputation as a food processing state made it an easy choice. Landowski also says that this new factory will be part of the Food and Beverage Innovation campus that is under way in Jefferson.This new factory looks to create 2,160 jobs during construction and 136 indirect jobs annually. They will also employ 81 direct full time employees to man the factory.You may not think about it daily, but there's a lot of research ongoing about pet food and livestock feed. Lara Moody is the executive director of the Institute for Feed Education and Research, a charity that works on behalf of the feed industry. One of their responsibilities is determining what’s trending in the pet food space. Moody tells Stephanie Hoff and the Mid-West Farm Report what's becoming available in the byproduct supply chain that meets the nutrition requirements for fur babies and the desires of pet parents. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's behind the Kroger Co.'s recent push to invest in Louisville?Jake Cannon, Louisville division president for Kroger, is on this week's Access Louisville podcast to explain that and much more.LBF has been reporting on major investments from Kroger in the market during the last few years. In March we had a story about a $1.8 million remodel of the West Broadway location. Before that, we covered a $2 million renovation of the Outer Loop Kroger. Those are just to name a few recent examples.As Cannon explains on the show: "it takes capital dollars invested into our brick and mortar stores to make sure layout of the store is right and that we have the right assortment [of products.] Thousands of items are introduced into the market each year."For example, he noted, that when he ran a Kroger store in the 2000s, there was only one energy drink on the shelves: Red Bull.  "Now it's an aisle ... everybody in the world has an energy drink and that's what the customers are looking for," he said.Late last year, Kroger also announced a $40 million new marketplace store on Beulah Church Road.The company is facing new competition in town, including Publix's entry and expansion into Louisville. Cannon talks about competition as well — including what he looks for when he visits Kroger's competitors. As well as companies that he personally admires, including Starbucks and Chik-fil-a.Cannon, originally from Utah, started working in a grocery store when he was 16 as he explained in this 2023 profile story in Business First. That store wasn't a Kroger location but he found his way to the company from there. He worked for Kroger in Utah, Las Vegas and at the company's general office in Cincinnati, before coming to Louisville. Cincinnati-based Kroger has served the Louisville community for 95 years now at 27 stores across Jefferson County. Kroger Louisville Division operates 116 retail stores in Kentucky, Southern Indiana and Southern Illinois. Kroger Co. is one of the largest employers in Greater Louisville.Access Louisville, sponsored by Baird, is a weekly podcast from Louisville Business First. It's available on popular podcast services including Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

This week, Matt travelled again to Morgantown to grab sandwiches from knowledgeable and super friendly Apothecary Ale House & Café. Located on the corner at 227 Spruce, Morgantown, WV. Open wonderfully late: Mon-Thurs 11 AM-Midnight, Fri-Sat 11 AM-1 AM, Sun Noon-8 PM. You can find them on Facebook and Instagram, or by visiting ApothecaryAleHouse.Square.Site Here's what we tried:Pimento cheese dip with toasted baguette; three cheese roast beef panini on rustic Italian bread, with pepper jack, cheddar, and swiss, grilled onions, and horseradish mustard.They also tried the chips and dip that comes with every sandwich!Then, Matt starts a brand new series on Main Corpse, when he dives into the real life stories that inspire urban legends. Matt shows love to 90s slasher movies and wants to share. For his first episode, Matt keeps it local as he loves to do, with legends from West Virginia. Besides a quick recap on the usual WV folklore, Matt talks about two more: Screaming Jenny from Jefferson County, and then briefly the legends that arose following the co-ed murders that occurred in Monongalia County.Editor Britte will never forgive Kelsey for saying that four cheeses is too much cheese. The Creeps also talk about comics and cryptids.Life advice: offend the chefs and get the dips.

Teen, Joseph Koenig, Convicted of Murder For Dropping Boulders Off Busy Overpass Jurors in Jefferson County needed barely two hours Friday morning to convict Joseph Koenig of first-degree murder for hurling a landscaping rock through the windshield of Alexa Bartell's moving car, killing the 20-year-old as she drove near Arvada in April 2023. Deliberations began late Thursday and resumed at 9 a.m.; by 10:45, the panel had returned guilty verdicts on every one of the 19 counts Koenig faced. Koenig, now 19, stood accused not only of Bartell's murder but of unleashing a late-night rock-throwing spree that terrorized motorists across northwest metro Denver. Prosecutors charged him with nine counts of attempted first-degree murder for the other cars struck, three counts of second-degree assault, and six counts of attempted second-degree assault. While the jury found Koenig guilty on each allegation, several counts were reduced under Colorado law. Last week jurors heard from nearly two dozen witnesses, including victims who recalled the sudden shatter of glass and the panic of losing control at highway speed. The most damning testimony came from Koenig's two friends—Nicholas “Mitch” Karol-Chik and Zachary Kwak—who took plea deals and told the jury Koenig threw the fatal rock. The defense pounced on Karol-Chik's earlier statement to police suggesting Kwak hurled the final stone, but both men insisted on the stand that Koenig was responsible for Bartell's death. Koenig himself never testified. Instead, defense lawyers called Laurence Steinberg, a Temple University adolescent-brain researcher, to argue that impulsivity and Koenig's ADHD lessened his culpability. Deputy District Attorney Katharine Decker countered in a pointed cross-examination, pressing Steinberg to acknowledge that teenagers can still foresee lethal consequences. Koenig was a high school senior at the time of the incident. Originally scheduled for trial last summer, the case was postponed for a court-ordered mental-health evaluation after Koenig's attorneys cited an ADHD diagnosis and borderline personality disorder. Closing arguments Thursday distilled the stakes: prosecutors said Koenig acted “knowingly and intentionally,” while defense attorney Martin Stuart asked jurors to convict only of reckless manslaughter—calling his client “guilty of a crime, but not murder.” Evidence showed that Koenig, Karol-Chik, and Kwak circled back to the crash scene on April 19, 2023, photographing Bartell's disabled Chevy Spark instead of checking on her or dialing 911. That callous post-attack behavior, prosecutors argued, underscored Koenig's indifference to human life. After the verdict, Bartell's mother, Kelly, stood outside the courthouse clutching a framed photo of her daughter. “These have been the hardest two years of our lives, but we got justice today,” she said through tears. “It doesn't bring Alexa back, and that's horrible. But we hope no family ever has to live this nightmare again.” District Court Judge Mark Randall set Koenig's sentencing for June 3 at 8:30 a.m. Victims and relatives will be allowed to address the court before penalties are imposed; a first-degree murder conviction in Colorado carries an automatic life sentence with the possibility of parole after 40 years. Karol-Chik and Kwak, who pleaded guilty last year to lesser charges—including second-degree murder and multiple counts of attempted assault—are scheduled to learn their fates on May 1 and May 2, respectively Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Teen, Joseph Koenig, Convicted of Murder For Dropping Boulders Off Busy Overpass Jurors in Jefferson County needed barely two hours Friday morning to convict Joseph Koenig of first-degree murder for hurling a landscaping rock through the windshield of Alexa Bartell's moving car, killing the 20-year-old as she drove near Arvada in April 2023. Deliberations began late Thursday and resumed at 9 a.m.; by 10:45, the panel had returned guilty verdicts on every one of the 19 counts Koenig faced. Koenig, now 19, stood accused not only of Bartell's murder but of unleashing a late-night rock-throwing spree that terrorized motorists across northwest metro Denver. Prosecutors charged him with nine counts of attempted first-degree murder for the other cars struck, three counts of second-degree assault, and six counts of attempted second-degree assault. While the jury found Koenig guilty on each allegation, several counts were reduced under Colorado law. Last week jurors heard from nearly two dozen witnesses, including victims who recalled the sudden shatter of glass and the panic of losing control at highway speed. The most damning testimony came from Koenig's two friends—Nicholas “Mitch” Karol-Chik and Zachary Kwak—who took plea deals and told the jury Koenig threw the fatal rock. The defense pounced on Karol-Chik's earlier statement to police suggesting Kwak hurled the final stone, but both men insisted on the stand that Koenig was responsible for Bartell's death. Koenig himself never testified. Instead, defense lawyers called Laurence Steinberg, a Temple University adolescent-brain researcher, to argue that impulsivity and Koenig's ADHD lessened his culpability. Deputy District Attorney Katharine Decker countered in a pointed cross-examination, pressing Steinberg to acknowledge that teenagers can still foresee lethal consequences. Koenig was a high school senior at the time of the incident. Originally scheduled for trial last summer, the case was postponed for a court-ordered mental-health evaluation after Koenig's attorneys cited an ADHD diagnosis and borderline personality disorder. Closing arguments Thursday distilled the stakes: prosecutors said Koenig acted “knowingly and intentionally,” while defense attorney Martin Stuart asked jurors to convict only of reckless manslaughter—calling his client “guilty of a crime, but not murder.” Evidence showed that Koenig, Karol-Chik, and Kwak circled back to the crash scene on April 19, 2023, photographing Bartell's disabled Chevy Spark instead of checking on her or dialing 911. That callous post-attack behavior, prosecutors argued, underscored Koenig's indifference to human life. After the verdict, Bartell's mother, Kelly, stood outside the courthouse clutching a framed photo of her daughter. “These have been the hardest two years of our lives, but we got justice today,” she said through tears. “It doesn't bring Alexa back, and that's horrible. But we hope no family ever has to live this nightmare again.” District Court Judge Mark Randall set Koenig's sentencing for June 3 at 8:30 a.m. Victims and relatives will be allowed to address the court before penalties are imposed; a first-degree murder conviction in Colorado carries an automatic life sentence with the possibility of parole after 40 years. Karol-Chik and Kwak, who pleaded guilty last year to lesser charges—including second-degree murder and multiple counts of attempted assault—are scheduled to learn their fates on May 1 and May 2, respectively Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

(May 23, 2025) Two more Adirondack lakes will be treated with an herbicide to kill an invasive plant this summer; New York officials say the state is disproportionately affected by President Trump's “big beautiful bill” that House GOP members passed on Thursday; a Jefferson County man caught a state record-breaking catfish earlier this month; and, racing season at the Mohawk International Raceway kicks off tonight.

Social-Media Hoax Frames Innocent Man, Sean Bailey for Indiana Murder; Real Suspect Caught After DNA Break Imagine getting hauled off to jail for a murder you didn't commit—because someone made up fake Facebook accounts and sent videos of a dead body… pretending to be you. That's exactly what happened to Shawn Bailey, a 33-year-old man from Louisville who spent nearly 10 days locked up for a brutal killing in Indiana that he had nothing to do with. According to investigators, Bailey was set up in one of the most twisted, tech-savvy frame jobs we've seen in a while. It started on April 15, when deputies in Hanover, Indiana—just across the river from Louisville—were called to check on 35-year-old Wilma Gayle Robertson. What they found was horrific: Robertson was dead inside her home on Hickory Drive, stabbed in the back. Hours later, Bailey was arrested for her murder. On the surface, it looked like an open-and-shut case. There was allegedly a confession. There was video evidence—a clip sent through Facebook showing Robertson's lifeless body on the floor, with Chris Brown's “Stutter” playing in the background. One message attached to it taunted: “Tell her baby daddy he doesn't have to worry about her anymore… I did him a solid favor.” Chilling stuff. And the Facebook account? It had Shawn Bailey's name on it. Slam dunk, right? Wrong. As detectives kept digging, the cracks in the story widened. The DNA from the crime scene didn't match Bailey. Not even close. And the digital trail? It didn't point to him at all. Instead, the fake accounts, the video, the entire setup led back to Nigel Thomas, a 34-year-old aspiring rapper from Oxford, Ohio, who goes by the stage name “Nati Bang.” According to Jefferson County prosecutors, Thomas not only stabbed Wilma Robertson but then orchestrated an elaborate scheme to make it look like Bailey did it—going so far as to create multiple bogus Facebook profiles, fabricate a confession, and even send out the murder video under Bailey's name. Prosecutor David Sutter didn't mince words. He said Thomas “engaged in an elaborate plan to frame Shawn Bailey,” and praised law enforcement from Indiana, Kentucky, and Ohio for tearing that web of lies apart. On Friday, Thomas was arrested in Ohio. Bailey's charges were dropped, and he was finally released. No word yet on why Thomas targeted Robertson, or what his connection to her even was—but prosecutors say those details are coming. Meanwhile, Wilma Robertson—remembered for her kind heart and uplifting social media presence—leaves behind two children. She worked as a certified nursing assistant. Her life was real. Her death was senseless. And the attempt to twist it into a clout-chasing stunt for someone else's gain? Unforgivable. The justice system got it right—eventually. But you have to ask: how many other “airtight cases” are really just one fake profile away from falling apart? Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Social-Media Hoax Frames Innocent Man, Sean Bailey for Indiana Murder; Real Suspect Caught After DNA Break Imagine getting hauled off to jail for a murder you didn't commit—because someone made up fake Facebook accounts and sent videos of a dead body… pretending to be you. That's exactly what happened to Shawn Bailey, a 33-year-old man from Louisville who spent nearly 10 days locked up for a brutal killing in Indiana that he had nothing to do with. According to investigators, Bailey was set up in one of the most twisted, tech-savvy frame jobs we've seen in a while. It started on April 15, when deputies in Hanover, Indiana—just across the river from Louisville—were called to check on 35-year-old Wilma Gayle Robertson. What they found was horrific: Robertson was dead inside her home on Hickory Drive, stabbed in the back. Hours later, Bailey was arrested for her murder. On the surface, it looked like an open-and-shut case. There was allegedly a confession. There was video evidence—a clip sent through Facebook showing Robertson's lifeless body on the floor, with Chris Brown's “Stutter” playing in the background. One message attached to it taunted: “Tell her baby daddy he doesn't have to worry about her anymore… I did him a solid favor.” Chilling stuff. And the Facebook account? It had Shawn Bailey's name on it. Slam dunk, right? Wrong. As detectives kept digging, the cracks in the story widened. The DNA from the crime scene didn't match Bailey. Not even close. And the digital trail? It didn't point to him at all. Instead, the fake accounts, the video, the entire setup led back to Nigel Thomas, a 34-year-old aspiring rapper from Oxford, Ohio, who goes by the stage name “Nati Bang.” According to Jefferson County prosecutors, Thomas not only stabbed Wilma Robertson but then orchestrated an elaborate scheme to make it look like Bailey did it—going so far as to create multiple bogus Facebook profiles, fabricate a confession, and even send out the murder video under Bailey's name. Prosecutor David Sutter didn't mince words. He said Thomas “engaged in an elaborate plan to frame Shawn Bailey,” and praised law enforcement from Indiana, Kentucky, and Ohio for tearing that web of lies apart. On Friday, Thomas was arrested in Ohio. Bailey's charges were dropped, and he was finally released. No word yet on why Thomas targeted Robertson, or what his connection to her even was—but prosecutors say those details are coming. Meanwhile, Wilma Robertson—remembered for her kind heart and uplifting social media presence—leaves behind two children. She worked as a certified nursing assistant. Her life was real. Her death was senseless. And the attempt to twist it into a clout-chasing stunt for someone else's gain? Unforgivable. The justice system got it right—eventually. But you have to ask: how many other “airtight cases” are really just one fake profile away from falling apart? Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

On this episode of the Stories podcast, we tell the dramatic tale of Gus McCoig, a Jefferson County boy who became one of East Tennessee's most notorious Depression-era outlaws. McCoig's story starts with his chance encounter with outlaw Clarence Bunch in a jail cell, followed by their escape and his later capture and conviction for crimes he committed while in the Bunch gang.  After he escaped the Tennessee State Prison, he went on a crime spree across East Tennessee that ended with his capture and execution at just 25 years old.It's another one of the Stories of Appalachia.If you've not done so already, subscribe to the Stories podcast at Spreaker, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, PlayerFM or on your favorite podcast app.Thanks for listening.

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1 The Speaker's Stump Speech is brought to you by https://www.hansenstree.com/ Billy Crow, County Councilman for Jefferson County and co-host of JeffCo Patriot Radiohttps://newstalkstl.com/jeffco/ 18:51 SEG 2 Brooklyn Roberts, ALEC’s Health and Human Services Task Force Director | TOPIC: Medicaid Reform & Expansion, How the states can step up when Republicans are divided on whether to reform Medicaid or not. ALEC Letter to Congress on Need for Medicaid Reform - American Legislative Exchange Council - American Legislative Exchange Councilhttps://alec.org https://x.com/BrooklynRoberts 32:36 SEG 3 Utah is the number 1 state according to U.S. News and World Report https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve talks about the ABV Barrel Shop making a bid to be recognized as the best liquor store in Jefferson County. You can help. To do so, please use this link to vote for us every day between today and May 29, 2025: https://www.myleaderpaper.com/bestof/#/group/3   TBD music is by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com).   Important Links: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theabvnetwork Our Events Page: bourbonpalooza.com Check us out at: abvnetwork.com. The ABV Barrel Shop: abvbarrelshop.com   Join the revolution by adding #ABVNetworkCrew to your profile on social media.

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Saturday, May 10, 2025  Got a great idea? The Jefferson County Development Authority is hosting a business pitch competition…the WV Film Office has all the resources you need for your film production…and Niterra North America celebrates the 30th anniversary of its Sissonville location with the opening of a new distribution center…on today's daily304.   #1 – From JCDA –  Jumpstart Jefferson is more than just a business pitch competition—it's a game-changer for entrepreneurs in Jefferson County, West Virginia. Whether you're launching a new business or expanding an existing one, this program is designed to help you succeed.  Entrepreneurs, this is your moment! Jumpstart Jefferson registration is officially LIVE, but don't wait—only the first 15 applications will be accepted! Register here or visit Jefferson County Development Authority online to learn more about Jumpstart Jefferson.  Read more: https://jcda.net/   #2 – From WV FILM OFFICE – Whether you're looking for the perfect location for your next film project, or you're a crew member ready to undertake your next project, the West Virginia Film Office is here for you. Let us help you secure your perfect location, find skilled workforce, and navigate film permitting. We're ready to help with an experienced crew, an established statewide network of governmental agencies, nation-leading fiscal incentives, local business leaders and community representatives that are unmatched in hospitality.  Learn more: https://westvirginia.gov/wvfilm/   #3 – From BUSINESS FACILITIES – Niterra North America, Inc. is marking the 30th anniversary of its Sissonville, West Virginia location with the grand opening of its new state-of-the-art distribution center this month. This facility will expand the Sissonville campus by 75,000 square feet and create approximately 30 new jobs, enabling the organization to serve its customers and support continued growth. The new distribution center features advanced technology and sustainable design elements. Read more: https://businessfacilities.com/niterra-north-america-expands-in-west-virginia-creating-30-jobs/   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.

BAYTOWN, Texas — The national president of a notorious outlaw motorcycle gang with Southeast Texas ties was indicted by a Jefferson County grand jury Wednesday for human trafficking. We don't often hear much about this club getting into trouble. Join us as we discuss.Please consider sponsoring the channel by signing up for our channel memberships. You can also support us by signing up for our podcast channel membership for $9.99 per month, where 100% of the membership price goes directly to us at https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-dragon-s-lair-motorcycle-chaos--3267493/support. Follow us on:Instagram: BlackDragonBikerTV TikTok: BlackDragonBikertv Twitter: jbunchiiFacebook: BlackDragonBikerBuy Black Dragon Merchandise, Mugs, Hats, T-Shirts Books: https://blackdragonsgear.comDonate to our cause:Cashapp: $BikerPrezPayPal: jbunchii Zelle: jbunchii@aol.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BlackDragonNPSubscribe to our new discord server https://discord.gg/dshaTSTSubscribe to our online news magazine www.bikerliberty.comGet 20% off Gothic biker rings by using my special discount code: blackdragon go to http://gthic.com?aff=147Join my News Letter to get the latest in MC protocol, biker club content, and my best picks for every day carry. https://johns-newsletter-43af29.beehiiv.com/subscribe Get my Audio Book Prospect's Bible an Audible: https://adbl.co/3OBsfl5Help us get to 30,000 subscribers on www.instagram.com/BlackDragonBikerTV on Instagram. Thank you!

Matt and Heather Gritton discuss their Gray Matters Collective Ag Chapter in Henry County.  Brent Corners provides a CropWatcher report from Jefferson County.  An Illinois Ag in the Classroom update from Kevin Daugherty.  Joe Camp at Commstock Investments previews a new market week.  

A new health nonprofit in Jefferson County feels ready to start planning for the long term. And Gary officials announce that FedEx will operate a new $60 million distribution center in the city, across from the Gary/Chicago International Airport.

When Tayvin Galanakis, then 19, was pulled over by police in Newton, Iowa in 2022 for leaving his high beams on, officers suspected he might be under the influence. Galanakis eventually did a breath test, which registered no alcohol in his system. Despite that, the officers arrested him anyway. Now a judge has ruled the city and officers cannot use qualified immunity as a defense in a civil case Galanakis filed against them. Law&Crime's Jesse Weber breaks it all down with Chauncey Moudling, the chief prosecuting attorney and legal counsel for Jefferson County, Iowa.PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW:Go to https://ThriveMarket.com/sidebar to receive 30% off your first order AND a FREE gift when you join Thrive Market today!HOST:Jesse Weber: https://twitter.com/jessecordweberLAW&CRIME SIDEBAR PRODUCTION:YouTube Management - Bobby SzokeVideo Editing - Michael Deininger, Christina O'Shea & Jay CruzScript Writing & Producing - Savannah Williamson & Juliana BattagliaGuest Booking - Alyssa Fisher & Diane KayeSocial Media Management - Vanessa BeinSTAY UP-TO-DATE WITH THE LAW&CRIME NETWORK:Watch Law&Crime Network on YouTubeTV: https://bit.ly/3td2e3yWhere To Watch Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3akxLK5Sign Up For Law&Crime's Daily Newsletter: https://bit.ly/LawandCrimeNewsletterRead Fascinating Articles From Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3td2IqoLAW&CRIME NETWORK SOCIAL MEDIA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawandcrime/Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawCrimeNetworkFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawandcrimeTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/lawandcrimenetworkTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawandcrimeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(Apr 18, 2025) Every Thursday, there are free archery lessons at the Saranac Lake Fish and Game Club. Our Adirondack reporter Emily Russell takes up a bow and aims for the mark. Also: Federal immigration agents detained at least twelve people at a chick hatchery in Jefferson County.

Our first guest is Beth Nelson. She and her husband David own and operate Hoof and Harness (located in Jefferson County) a nonprofit organization that provides therapeutic equine experiences for special needs individuals. Hoof and Harness are hosting a “Cowboy Carnival” April 12, 11- 3 p.m. Our second guest is Vicki Baumgartner, Trails and Gardens Program Manager for Dogwood Arts. Vicki shares the 70 year history of the Dogwood Trails in Knoxville and Dogwood Arts Bazillion Blooms campaign that keeps the Dogwoods blooming.

(Apr 9, 2025) Gov. Hochul says the family from a Jefferson County dairy farm who were detained and sent to Texas went through a "living hell;" organizations in the North Country say lay-offs at the federal Institute of Museum and Library Services could affect their funding and state-level staff who support them; and a listener shares a poem about friendship during National Poetry Month.

(Apr 8, 2025) A family detained during a recent federal immigration investigation on a Jefferson County dairy farm is coming home after community pushback; we hear from a Rochester woman who's working to show people of color that they belong in the Adirondacks; and NCPR reporter Amy Feiereisel brings a sound quiz and tries to stump Monica and Catherine. 

(Apr 8, 2025) One of the challenges the Adirondacks face in drawing more diverse tourists to stay, shop, and visit here is that some people of color don't feel safe recreating outdoors. A Rochester-based woman is working to show her community that they can belong in the Adirondacks. Also: Gov. Hochul says the family detained on a Jefferson County dairy farm and sent to Texas were in "a living hell". But now they're back home after federal immigration officials released them.

In this episode of Stories of Appalachia, we tell the story of a shocking event in January 1927 in Jefferson County, Tennessee.That was when a prominent county businessman named W.B. Johnson turned from respected community member to notorious outlaw. This tale unfolds with a fateful meeting involving Johnson, two women, and a tragic dispute that escalated into a deadly confrontation.This is a story of tragedy, madness, and the dark side of the Appalachia. If you've not done so already, be sure to subscribe to the Stories podcast on your favorite podcast app so you don't miss any of our stories.Thanks for listening!

(Apr 4, 2025) Border Czar Tom Homan shed some light and raised  questions about the detention of seven people on a dairy farm in Jefferson County last week; DEC Forest Rangers and Adirondackers gathered this week to honor Trans Day of Visibility and remember ranger Robbi Mecus; Researchers at SUNY Canton are experimenting with new materials that could make houses more resistant to natural disasters; Congresswoman Stefanik is praising Trump's tariffs as important for an ‘America-first economy'; a Boston-based jazz musician is returning home to the North Country this Saturday night; and, another wintry mix weekend in the Adirondacks!

Today, Hunter sat down with Civil Rights lawyers Darold Killmer and Maddie Lips to discuss a tragic case. James Purdy, a 76 year old man with dementia and Parkinson's, was arrested after a women alleged he attempted to kidnap her. When he was arrested, Purdy incredibly frail condition was obvious and his family insisted he be kept on his essential medication. Unfortunately, the Jefferson Count Jail staff did not comply with this request. Over his multi-week pretrial incarceration, Purdy was recorded falling around 100 times, and ultimately, these falls left him with injuries that would lead to his death.   Guest Darold Killmer, Partner, Killmer Lane Civil Rights Litigation, Denver, CO Maddie Lips, Associate, Killmer Lane Civil Rights Litigation, Denver, CO   Resources:   Contact Killmer Lane https://killmerlane.com/ Contact Darold and Maddie mlips@killmerlane.com dkillmer@killmerlane.com   Read More About James Purdy's Case https://www.denver7.com/news/local-news/family-of-man-with-dementia-files-federal-lawsuit-after-his-2023-death-in-jefferson-county-jail https://www.9news.com/article/news/investigations/9news-investigates-arrest-death-jim-purdy/73-091a289f-4dbe-47cb-99a6-10ba61a141b0     Contact Hunter Parnell:                                 Publicdefenseless@gmail.com  Instagram @PublicDefenselessPodcast Twitter                                                                 @PDefenselessPod www.publicdefenseless.com  Subscribe to the Patron www.patreon.com/PublicDefenselessPodcast  Donate on PayPal https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=5KW7WMJWEXTAJ Donate on Stripe https://donate.stripe.com/7sI01tb2v3dwaM8cMN Trying to find a specific part of an episode? Use this link to search transcripts of every episode of the show! https://app.reduct.video/o/eca54fbf9f/p/d543070e6a/share/c34e85194394723d4131/home  

Elon Musk gave a Green Bay man a million dollars for signing a petition. Plus: With the state Supreme Court election just days away, some Wisconsinites have been getting election mailers that look like local newspapers. And an update on energy firm Enbridge's Line 6 oil spill cleanup in Jefferson County.

In this episode of Bigfoot Society, host Jeremiah Byron talks with Randy Silvey, the head of the Bend Bigfoot Research Group, about a variety of Bigfoot encounters and active investigations in Central Oregon. Randy shares the latest updates from the Oregon Bigfoot Highway, including intriguing recent encounters in the Ochoco National Forest and the McKenzie Bridge area. They also discuss detailed accounts from Suttle Lake, where both Bigfoot activity and legendary hauntings have been reported, and other hotspots like Camp Sherman and Detroit Lake. Randy emphasizes the importance of creating safe spaces for people to share their Bigfoot experiences and talks about the ‘Squatch and Brew' meetings held for this purpose. Join them as they delve deep into the mystique of Bigfoot in Oregon, a state replete with rich Sasquatch lore and frequent sightings.Resources -Bend Bigfoot Research Group FB Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/2067991076767839BFRO Suttle Lake Resort - https://www.bfro.net/GDB/show_report.asp?id=5610Sasquatch Summerfest this year, is July 11th through the 12th, 2025. It's going to be fantastic. Listeners, if you're going to go, you can get a two day ticket for the cost of one. If you use the code "BFS" like Bigfoot society and it'll get you some off your cost.Priscilla was a nice enough to provide that for my listeners. So there you go. I look forward to seeing you there. So make sure you head over to www. sasquatchsummerfest. com and pick up your tickets today.If you've had similar encounters or experiences, please reach out to bigfootsociety@gmail.com. Your story could be the next one we feature!

(00:00-4:06) Doug thinks PF Changs is fine chinese dining. No potstickers in Jefferson County. (4:14-14:03) Chairman and Doug planning a little PF Changs date. Doug can't use chopsticks. Audio of Kentucky coach Mark Pope offering to give fans gas money to travel and see em play in the tournament. Sounds like he regrets the offer. Jackson's got Illinois takes. Jackson is confident in the Tigers but will be crushed if they lose.(14:12-21:52) E-Mail of the Day Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00-4:06) Doug thinks PF Changs is fine chinese dining. No potstickers in Jefferson County. (4:14-14:03) Chairman and Doug planning a little PF Changs date. Doug can't use chopsticks. Audio of Kentucky coach Mark Pope offering to give fans gas money to travel and see em play in the tournament. Sounds like he regrets the offer. Jackson's got Illinois takes. Jackson is confident in the Tigers but will be crushed if they lose. (14:12-21:52) E-Mail of the Day Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the seventh episode of Season 6 of True Crime Horror Story, your host JD Horror brings you tales of lovers who couldn't just go their separate ways, but instead chose to kill and dismember their significant other.Case #1: Wreck it Ralph - Ralph Cecil Feltrop was a 42 year old TV repairman who reported his girlfriend missing. It turns our Barbara Roam wasn't missing, well not all of her, when a scavenger found a trash bag containing body parts floating in a pond. (R. Feltrop, Jefferson County, Missouri, USA)Case #2: A Family Affair - Thessalonica Allen didn't just murder and dismember her husband Randy, but she got the kids involved in the clean up as well. (T. Allen, La Porte, Indiana, USA)Case #3: Lady Dahmer - Taylor Schabusiness and her friend Shad Thyrion had a relationship based on drugs and kinky sex, but one night Shad got more than he bargained for when Taylor took it took far.... and she didn't stop after he was dead. (T. Schabusiness, Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA)If you like what you hear here on True Crime Horror Story please subscribe and give us a 5 star review. You can also think about joining our Patreon At patreon.com/truecrimehs and then Stay tuned after this show on Patreon for the True Crime Horror Story After Show w/ Dom & JD as well as early access to Ad free episodes and exclusive bonus content available only on Patreon.This episode features music by Mechanical Ghost, Producer LB from the No One Likes Us Podcast, and The Quiet Type as well as Artwork by Nuclear Heat Graphics. Sources for this episode's cases are available in the credits section of our website. Has violent crime impacted you or someone close to you? Send us your story at truecrimehorrorstory@gmail.comhttp://www.truecrimehorrorstory.com

(00:00-27:45) A sufficient apology to the audience. Did a sprinkler head get Walker? Jim Bowden's grades in The Athletic for the Cards offseason. It's surprisingly not great. More of a stand still than a reset. Fun with guessing games. Chairman Steve checking in with us talking housing designs in Jefferson County. Interior design. Cruisin' down 55 to Arnold. Not happy with commercials and the 2Fox live shots. (27:54-38:12) Jackson likes folk music. Never Gonna Give You Up has 1.5B views on YouTube. Jackson's favorite movie is O Brother Where Art Thou. Ozempic. (38:22-59:02) Jackson creating even more controversy from yesterday's EMOTD debacle. I just want peace. John Denton with a Jordan Walker update. MRI results released later today. Very brief audio of John Cooper and Jordan Binnington. Doug is underwhelmed. Audio from Macrodosing talking Moneyball. Whoops. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00-27:45) A sufficient apology to the audience. Did a sprinkler head get Walker? Jim Bowden's grades in The Athletic for the Cards offseason. It's surprisingly not great. More of a stand still than a reset. Fun with guessing games. Chairman Steve checking in with us talking housing designs in Jefferson County. Interior design. Cruisin' down 55 to Arnold. Not happy with commercials and the 2Fox live shots. (27:54-38:12) Jackson likes folk music. Never Gonna Give You Up has 1.5B views on YouTube. Jackson's favorite movie is O Brother Where Art Thou. Ozempic. (38:22-59:02) Jackson creating even more controversy from yesterday's EMOTD debacle. I just want peace. John Denton with a Jordan Walker update. MRI results released later today. Very brief audio of John Cooper and Jordan Binnington. Doug is underwhelmed. Audio from Macrodosing talking Moneyball. Whoops. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Not sure what matters most when designing math improvement plans? Take this assessment and get a free customized report: https://makemathmoments.com/grow/ Math coordinators and leaders – Ready to design your math improvement plan with guidance, support and using structure? Learn how to follow our 4 stage process. https://growyourmathprogram.com Looking to supplement your curriculum with problem based lessons and units? Make Math Moments Problem Based Lessons & UnitsHow can you create a clear and measurable vision for mathematics instruction that drives real change across your district?Many district math leaders struggle with fragmented professional development, shifting priorities, and a lack of cohesion in their approach to improving math instruction. In this episode we speak with Beth Grabois, the math and science director from Jefferson County in Colorado. You'll hear how Jeffco overcame their alignment issues to create real momentum around what matters in math instruction.If you're looking to align your team, define measurable goals, and implement sustainable strategies, this episode is for you.You'll learn:Discover how Jeffco's math and science director established a district-wide vision that fosters teacher buy-in and instructional consistency.Learn the three key pillars that helped streamline math professional learning, lesson internalization, and measurable progress tracking.Gain insights into how structured learning walks, PLC processes, and assessment analysis can create a lasting impact in math classrooms.Tune in now to hear how crafting a math improvement plan that is both actionable and sustainable can set your district up for long-term success!Show Notes PageLove the show? Text us your big takeaway!Get a Customized Math Improvement Plan For Your District.Are you district leader for mathematics? Take the 12 minute assessment and you'll get a free, customized improvement plan to shape and grow the 6 parts of any strong mathematics program.Take the assessmentAre you wondering how to create K-12 math lesson plans that leave students so engaged they don't want to stop exploring your math curriculum when the bell rings? In their podcast, Kyle Pearce and Jon Orr—founders of MakeMathMoments.com—share over 19 years of experience inspiring K-12 math students, teachers, and district leaders with effective math activities, engaging resources, and innovative math leadership strategies. Through a 6-step framework, they guide K-12 classroom teachers and district math coordinators on building a strong, balanced math program that grows student and teacher impact. Each week, gain fresh ideas, feedback, and practical strategies to feel more confident and motivate students to see the beauty in math. Start making math moments today by listening to Episode #139: "Making Math Moments From Day 1 to 180.