News and Updates
Employee Spotlight: Madison Loker
06/16/2025
Category: Human Resources Emergency Services
Meet Talbot County's Emergency Services Coordinator, a Queen Anne’s County native dedicated to community preparedness through CPR training, CERT classes, and public outreach. With a background in Homeland Security and Emergency Management, she brings life-saving education and engagement to the Eastern Shore. Read more
Talbot County Invites Community To View “Talbot Treasures” on June 14, 2025
06/09/2025
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Talbot County is calling on residents to participate in Talbot Treasures, a unique history exhibit featuring community-submitted items. The exhibit, which will be open to the public on June 14 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Waterfowl Festival Hall in Easton, celebrates the stories, heirlooms, and artifacts that connect us to our shared past. Read more
Talbot County Health Department Issues Clarification on 21 Matters Program
06/05/2025
Category: Partner Agencies
The Talbot County Health Department remains firmly committed to preventing underage drinking and promoting responsible alcohol retail practices throughout our community. As part of these efforts, the Department has partnered with Responsible Retailer Forum (RRForum) to administer 21 Matters, a nationally recognized educational program that provides training and resources to alcohol licensees. The program aims to support consistent ID checks and the refusal of alcohol sales to minors through evidence-based training—not enforcement. Read more
Talbot County Recognizes Pet Preparedness Month
06/04/2025
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In recognition of Pet Preparedness Month, Talbot County Emergency Services (DES) and Talbot Humane encourage all pet owners to include pets in their emergency plans to ensure complete family readiness during an emergency or disaster. Read more
Fraud Alert: Do Not Respond Email Regarding Payment for Permits
06/03/2025
Category: Permits and Inspections Planning and Zoning
We've been made aware of the fraudulent email circulating that falsely claims participants must pay an egregious sum to receive approval for their permit. These messages are not legitimate and were not sent by Talbot County Government. Please do not click any links or respond to the message. Read more
Response from Talbot County on Department of Homeland Security’s designation of “Sanctuary Jurisdictions”
05/30/2025
Category: County Council
Response from Talbot County on Department of Homeland Security’s designation of “Sanctuary Jurisdictions” Read more
Council Highlights, May 27, 2025
05/29/2025
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Talbot County Council approved the FY26 budget, celebrated 40 years of Chesapeake Music, and advanced key broadband and infrastructure projects. Read more
Talbot County’s Senior Resource Fair Welcomes Over 200 Attendees for a Day of Connection, Care, and Community
05/28/2025
Category: Commission on Aging
More than 200 community members attended the 2025 Senior Resource Fair on Wednesday, May 21, at the Easton Volunteer Fire Department. With over 30 vendors on site and a variety of free health services, the event offered a valuable one-stop-shop for older adults, caregivers, and families seeking resources to support healthy and connected aging. Read more
Talbot County Pools Make a Splash for the 2025 Summer Season
05/28/2025
Category: Parks and Recreation
Talbot County Parks and Recreation has officially kicked off the 2025 pool season, with the George Murphy Community Pool in Easton and the Bay Hundred Community Pool in St. Michaels now open to the public. Residents and visitors are invited to cool off, stay active, and enjoy a summer of safe, family-friendly fun. Read more
Talbot County Earns Strong Bond Ratings in Advance of May 28 Bond Sale for Chapel District Elementary School Project
05/20/2025
Category: Finance
Talbot County has received high bond ratings from both Fitch Ratings and Moody’s Investors Service in preparation for the County’s upcoming bond sale on May 28, 2025, to support the design, construction, furnishing, and equipping of the Chapel District Elementary School located in Cordova, Maryland. Read more
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