What’s Up, College Station?

In this week's episode of "What's Up, College Station?," CSFD Community Outreach Specialist Harlei Struck talks about summer fire safety, the daily routines of firefighters, and how the stereotype of firefighters saving kittens is true.

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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In this week's episode of "What's Up, College Station?", Recreation Manager Luis Perez discusses the logistics and months of planning behind the July 4 I Heart America celebration at Wolf Pen Creek Park, what to expect at the event, and why John Crompton Park is his favorite in College Station.

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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In this week's episode of "What's Up, College Station?", CSPD Public Information Officer David Simmons offers summer crime prevention tips, describes a typical police officer’s day, and clarifies some common misconceptions. He also reveals why the sour pink lemonade Ghost Energy Drink stands out above all others.   

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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In this week's episode of "What's Up, College Station?" Grace Hallowell and Economic Development Assistant Director Brian Piscacek discuss how College Station is shaping its future through an Economic Development Master Plan. From local entrepreneurship to strategic tourism growth, learn how you can help shape the next five years of economic success, and how to get involved in an upcoming community workshop on June 26.

In this week's episode of "What's Up, College Station?" Grace Hallowell and Visit College Station’s Jeremiah Cook discuss the significant impact of tourism on the local economy, events coming to town this summer, and whether Georgia’s Uga or Texas A&M’s Reveille is the most beautiful SEC mascot.

For more on local tourism or what to do around College Station, go to visit.cstx.gov. In case you missed it, Cook updated the City Council about the City’s tourism efforts on May 22.

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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In this week's episode of "What's Up, College Station?" Grace Hallowell and Visit College Station's Casey Barone discuss the worldwide Make Music Day, which will feature live music on streets, sidewalks, parks and other places across College Station on Saturday, June 21. Anyone can perform, and the music is free for all to enjoy!

For more information or to sign up to participate, go to makemusicday.org/college station.

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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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.

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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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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