What’s Up, College Station?

Open house offers inside peek at how the City maintains 368 miles of streets

In this week's episode of "What's Up, College Station?" Grace Hallowell and Public Works Director Emily Fisher discuss the City’s street maintenance program, including how her team assesses the condition of the 368 centerline miles of streets they manage.

The public is invited to a Street Maintenance Open House on Wednesday, May 28, from 6-7:30 p.m. in the Bush 4141 Community Room at City Hall to learn more.

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

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Beat the Texas heat with cool summer fun at College Station’s City pools

In this week's episode of "What's Up, College Station?" Grace Hallowell and Aquatics Supervisor Jessica Scott discuss the City’s two public swimming pools, Adamson Lagoon and Cindy Hallaran Pool, including admission costs, amenities, policies, and programs. The pools open at noon on Saturday, May 24.

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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How to report missing pets, animal bites, and injured or dangerous wildlife

In this week's episode of "What's Up, College Station?" Grace Hallowell and Animal Control Officer Hector Garcia discuss microchipping pets, reporting missing pets, animal bite protocols, and wildlife removal.

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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Don't miss the unveiling of our city's stunning new pictorial history book

In this week's episode of "What's Up, College Station?" Grace Hallowell, Historical Records Archivist Kimberly McNally, and Chief of Staff Ross Brady discuss the City’s fabulous new pictorial history book to be unveiled at a special celebration event on May 19 at 6 p.m. at the College Station Visitor Center.   

The commemorative coffee table book features rare, remarkable images of our community's rich history. Copies will be available for purchase.

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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National Bike Month features an array of fun activities throughout May

In this week's episode of "What's Up, College Station?" Grace Hallowell and Transportation and Mobility Staff Planner Carl Ahrens discuss the activities planned for National Bike Month throughout May, including the Cycle with Council event on May 3.

College Station is nationally recognized as a Bronze Level Bicycle Friendly Community, as designated by the League of American Bicyclists, reflecting our commitment to a multimodal mobility system that serves all user types. 

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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Talking trash: Student Move-Out and the Hazardous Waste Event You Can't Miss

By Colin Killian, Public Communications Director

Did you know that each of College Station’s garbage collection trucks, manned by a single operator, services about 1,400 homes daily?    

In this week's episode of "What's Up, College Station?" Grace Hallowell and Solid Waste Division Manager Caroline Ask discuss move-out season for college students, including recycling and properly disposing of bulk items. They also preview the spring Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event from 7 a.m.-2 p.m. on Saturday, April 26, at the University Services Building east of Veterans Park and Athletic Complex.  

>> Household Waste & Recycling Guide

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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A sneak peek into what’s in store for the Starlight Music Series starting April 26

In this week's episode of "What's Up, College Station?" Grace Hallowell and Parks and Recreation Marketing Coordinator Trey Reeves talk about the popular Starlight Music Series, which returns to the Wolf Pen Creek Amphitheater on April 26 with a concert by emerging country artist Jason Bowen and the Stragglers.

Free concerts are also scheduled for May 31 (R&B) and June 14 (Tejano). For more information, go to cstx.gov/starlight.

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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Why your voice is essential in updating the City’s Comprehensive Plan

In this week's episode of "What's Up, College Station?" Grace Hallowell and Long Range Planning Administrator Christine Leal discuss the five-year update to the City’s Comprehensive Plan, an essential policy document that guides our community’s growth and development. The update process includes several opportunities for public feedback, including a survey and an open house on Tuesday, April 8, from 6-8 p.m. at City Hall.

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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