Joel Reagan

Peter Kaye with Kelly Sirimoglu, Executive Director of Piscataquis Regional Food Center, serving rural Piscataquis County, Maine, providing food access solutions to geographically isolated families facing food insecurity. Sirimoglu discusses the organization’s services, including its dual role as food hub and pantry, a choice-based marketplace, home delivery, school partnerships, and nutrition-focused Healthy Additions.

Jeanice Lee talks with Alex White a founding partner of Encinitas Cares, which provides coordinated community support and volunteer-driven services to residents in need. White discusses the organization’s coalition model, connecting individuals to resources such as food access, transportation, senior support, and services for veterans and unhoused neighbors. White also shares how advocacy, education, and partnerships strengthen community impact and expand access to care.

Tanya Bohannon talks with Mike Fitchet, Director of the Ashtabula County Emergency Management Agency. Fitchet explains how emergency management focuses on planning, training, and coordination before emergencies happen. He discusses preparing for severe weather, extended power outages, hazardous material incidents, and why residents should be informed—not fearful—about the nearby nuclear power plant.