What’s Up, College Station?

A whole house at the curb? Student move-out tips from code enforcement

In this week’s episode of "What's Up, College Station?,” Code Enforcement Supervisor Tommy Shilling discusses best practices for student move-out season and his department's role in maintaining community health and safety. He encourages tenants to be proactive by reviewing leases and coordinating with property management to prevent neighborhood clutter during this high-volume transition.

Shilling’s general advice for residents includes using the SeeClickFix app to report issues, following city ordinances regarding bulk trash and grass height, and ensuring proper parking to allow emergency vehicle access.

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Bikes, scooters, and savings: College Station’s active transportation future

In this week’s episode of "What's Up, College Station?,” Jesse Dimeolo and Carl Ahrens from Planning and Development Services discuss the City’s ambitious Active Transportation Master Plan and break down how the City is balancing the needs of drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians. They also talk about skateboarding to class, community rides with Darth Vader, and the surprising $12,000 annual savings that come with trading your car keys for a helmet.

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Diving into aquatics safety, summer swim teams, and pool party watchdogs

In this week’s episode of "What's Up, College Station?,” Aquatics Supervisor Jessica Scott discusses the Tsunami swim team, swimming lessons for all ages, the critical importance of water safety and why a "watchdog" is the most important person at your next pool party.

Adamson Lagoon and Cindy Hallaran Pool open for the season on May 23. Registration for summer programs and swim lessons begins May 4. For more information, call 979-764-3735.

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Solid waste logistics and the dangers of mixing household chemicals

In this week’s episode of "What's Up, College Station?,” Solid Waste Division Manager Caroline Ask discusses the logistical and safety challenges of managing solid waste, essential guidelines for move-out season, and the dangers of improper hazardous waste disposal, especially pool chemicals and lithium-ion batteries.

The spring Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event is Saturday, April 18, from 7 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Texas A&M University Services Building east of Veterans Parks and Athletic Complex.  

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How the Community Development Division plans for people, not just spaces

In this week’s episode of "What's Up, College Station?,” Community Development Administrator David Brower and Analyst Raney Whitwell discuss how their department uses federal grants to provide essential resources and works closely with nonprofits and City departments to address critical needs. Residents are encouraged to take the HUD Grant Survey (available until April 15) to help determine how future grant funds should be allocated.

Brower and Whitwell also share stories of how community development programs impact residents' lives—from helping a homeless high school senior graduate to funding infrastructure that ensures students have safe routes to school.

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Water expert shares irrigation tips and eye-popping usage data

In this week’s episode of "What's Up, College Station?,” Water Resource Coordinator Jennifer Nations discusses how she wishes residents would think about every drop of water, surprising water usage data, smart irrigation tips, and her lifelong affection for Snow White.

You can sign up for weekly water recommendations and tips at Brazos Valley Water Smart to stay informed and save water.

The "What's Up, College Station?" podcast is available weekly via Podbean, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Apple, and Amazon/Audible. Please subscribe, rate, and recommend!

If you have a suggestion for a future topic or interview, email ckillian@cstx.gov. 

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The epic journey of the monarch and how to be a conservation hero

In this week’s episode of "What's Up, College Station?,” Recreation Supervisor Laurie Brown discusses Monarch March and the butterfly migration, the benefits of native plants, and how to create butterfly gardens and pollinator waystations.

To celebrate the iconic butterfly, College Station Parks and Recreation invites the community to its annual Monarch March on Saturday, March 28, from 9 a.m.-noon at the Gary Halter Nature Center. The free, family-friendly, come-and-go event features educational booths, games and helpful tips for creating a waystation or butterfly garden at home.

The “What’s Up, College Station?” podcast is available weekly via Podbean, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Apple, and Amazon/Audible. Please subscribe, rate, and recommend!

If you have a suggestion for a future topic or interview, email me at ckillian@cstx.gov.

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Santa, the joys of oatmeal pie ice cream and the Meeting Planners Showcase

In this week’s episode of "What's Up, College Station?,” Servicing and Events Coordinator Kelbi Coates of Visit College Station discusses the carnival-themed Meeting Planner Showcase on Tuesday, March 24, the joys of working Santa Claus conventions, and the perfection of Blue Bell’s oatmeal cream pie.

The annual Meeting Planner Showcase at the Texas A&M Hotel and Conference Center features over 40 local vendors, including florists and caterers, to help planners and the public connect with community resources for hosting events.

The "What's Up, College Station?" podcast is available weekly via Podbean, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Apple, and Amazon/Audible. Please subscribe, rate, and recommend!

If you have a suggestion for a future topic or interview, email ckillian@cstx.gov. 

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