In The Know with SNCO
This is Shawnee County, Kansas, a local Government podcast. This is where we discuss local county happenings from all our departments.
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Episodes

Aug 8, 2025
Aug 8, 2025
26 min
This episode focuses on providing timely health guidance for families as the school year begins. Highlights essential immunizations, screenings, and wellness practices. Sharing Shawnee County-specific resources and upcoming initiatives.

Jul 2, 2025
Jul 2, 2025
38 min
In this episode, we're taking you behind the scenes of Shawnee County’s 2026 budget process. Host Amanda Monhollon sits down with Commissioner Aaron Mays to explore what goes into building a county budget, how priorities are set, and what makes this year’s planning process unique.
Commissioner Mays explains the importance of early fiscal planning, the key goals for 2026, and how the County Commission is addressing both long-term investments and financial transparency. You’ll also hear how residents can engage in the upcoming public budget hearings on July 3 and July 7, and why your voice matters in shaping the future of our community.
Don’t miss this informative conversation that offers insight into how local government decisions are made — and how you can be part of the process.
🔗 Learn more or get involved: snco.us/af/budget📅 Attend a Commission Meeting: Mondays at 9 a.m. at 707 Quincy or watch live on YouTube @ShawneeCountyKS

Jun 3, 2025
Jun 3, 2025
42 min
In this episode of In The Know With SNCO, we welcome John Landon, Director of the Noxious Weed Department. We talk about managing noxious weeds in Shawnee County!

May 7, 2025
May 7, 2025
38 min
In this episode, we talk about pools, people, and all things summer in Shawnee County!

Apr 1, 2025
Apr 1, 2025
44 min
On this episode of In the Know with SNCO, I welcome Curt Niehaus, Director of Public Works. We'll discuss the NW 46th Street Trafficway Project, SE Croco Rd Maintenance, 29th and Auburn, and the Safe Streets and Roads for All initiative.

Feb 28, 2025
Feb 28, 2025
17 min
On this episode of In the Know with SNCO, I welcome Missy Middendorf, Registered Nurse and Division Manager overseeing our WIC, Maternal Child Health, and the Nurse-Family Partnership programs. We'll discuss the Shawnee County Health Department's Open House on April 8th, 2025.

Jan 31, 2025
Jan 31, 2025
24 min
In August 2024, the Shawnee County Corrections Department held a groundbreaking ceremony for the New Behavioral Health Unit. This episode dives into what this means for our community.
If you have any questions for any of our guests, email them to sncopio@snco.us
or leave us a voicemail at 785.251.4471.

Jan 2, 2025
Jan 2, 2025
34 min
Shawnee County's first episode where we discuss Parks and Recreation December 2024 events and the Gage Park Renovations for the Gage Park Play Land. Our guest for today's episode is Sean Zears, Marketing and Communications Supervisor for Shawnee County Parks and Recreation.
If you have any questions for any of our guests, email them to sncopio@snco.us
or leave us a voicemail at 785.251.4471.

Dec 19, 2023
