The Parrish Florida podcast explores the history, people, and places that make up the hugely popular and rapidly growing area of Parrish, Florida. http://parrish.life
Quick update to wrap up "Season 1" and talk about what's next. Got an idea for a guest or topic for Season 2? parrishflorida@outlook.com Want to sponsor Season 2? parrishflorida@outlook.com www.parrish.life
This week we discuss the interchange improvements being made at 301 & I-75 and the surrounding areas. My guests are Brian Bollas, Community Outreach Manager for FDOT, and Marlena Gore, Interstate Construction Project manager for District 1 of FDOT. Here's a helpful PDF which explains the project in detail: https://www.dropbox.com/s/r2a3lm6dlrqpgx0/I-75_US301_handout%20-%2006-21-22.pdf?dl=0 And subscribe to updates on the project from FDOT here: http://www.swflroads.com/project/201032-5 Contact the podcast and/or subscribe to our newsletter: https://parrish.life
Part 2 continues with our talk with Stan Kotas, President of the Board of the Florida Railroad Museum. Learn about the history, the trains, the plethora of events they host, and their new building campaign. (And much more...) Contact the Museum here: www.frrm.org Or by phone: 941-776-0906 Contact the podcast and/or subscribe to our newsletter: https://parrish.life
This week I talk with Stan Kotas, President of the Board of the Florida Railroad Museum. Learn about the history, the trains, the plethora of events they host, and their new building campaign. (And much more...) Contact the Museum here: www.frrm.org Or by phone: 941-776-0906 Contact the podcast and/or subscribe to our newsletter: https://parrish.life
This week we're joined by Jim Rackey, who heads up the Food Pantry ministry at Parrish United Methodist Church. You'll be amazed at what goes into running this amazing ministry and just how many people they've faithfully served for many years. More info on the pantry: https://parrishumc.com/food-pantry-ministry/ To contact Jim about volunteering: jim@parrishumc.com Contact the podcast and subscribe to our newsletter: https://parrish.life
This week I sit down with Lieutenant Mark Morie from the Manatee County Sheriff's Office. He leads the Crimes Against Children & Child Protection Investigation Divisions. We discuss how to keep our kids safe from predators online and in our neighborhoods. This is a must-listen for parents. Links & resources mentioned in this episode: https://www.manateesheriff.com/ https://ojjdp.ojp.gov/ https://www.missingkids.org/ https://www.childsafe.org Contact the podcast and subscribe to our newsletter: https://parrish.life
Part 2 in our series, the History of Parrish. Join Pam Parrish, Norma Kennedy, and Iris McClain as we discuss the history of Parrish Florida. https://www.facebook.com/HistoricParrishFlorida Get a copy of "This Old House" at PJ's sandwich shop near 301 & 62. Contact the podcast and subscribe to our newsletter: https://parrish.life
In this 2 part series, we explore the history of Parrish with 3 people who probably know it the best. Join Pam Parrish, Norma Kennedy, Iris McClain and me as we discuss the history of Parrish Florida. https://www.facebook.com/HistoricParrishFlorida Contact the podcast and subscribe to our newsletter: https://parrish.life
This week I sit down with Tami Vaughan, publisher and editor of the Parrish Village News. Learn about the history of the paper, some regular features of the publication, and how to get a copy for yourself. And much more... Resources & links mentioned in this episode: parrishcivicassociation.com pcafla.org pvn@pcafla.org Contact the podcast and subscribe to our newsletter: https://parrish.life
PCA President Jennifer Hamey shares some of the exciting things that are coming to Parrish! Editor's note. The hospital & "village center" we mentioned in this episode was approved! https://www.heraldtribune.com/story/news/local/2022/05/23/manatee-county-florida-new-hospital-village-center-parrish/9805136002/ Contact Jennifer here: https://www.jenniferhameypa.com/ Find out more and join the PCA by visiting here: https://parrishcivicassociation.com/ Contact the podcast and subscribe to our newsletter: https://parrish.life
PCA President Jennifer Hamey joins us to discuss things like: What is the Civic Association and why is it important? What can we do about all this development? How can people get involved? Why don't we have a downtown? Should Parrish become a city? Why was the Ft. Hamer bridge built with only 2 lanes? And more... Find out more and join the PCA by visiting here: https://parrishcivicassociation.com/ Contact the podcast and subscribe to our newsletter: https://parrish.life or parrishflorida@protonmail.com
The Parrish Florida podcast explores the history, people, and places that make up the rapidly growing area of Parrish, Florida. Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast player and sign up for our mailing list here: http://eepurl.com/hXViJn