Podcasts about recreation director

06.10.25 Pam Cook is joined by Doug Foltz, Canton Parks and Recreation Director

Summer is underway! Steve and Wichita Parks & Recreation Director Reggie Davidson discuss activities available at the city's 122 parks.

On this episode of the HindmanCast we go back in time to the late 1950s as we catch up with former HSS Bookmobile operator and Recreation Director, Loren Kramer. Our Archive Recovery Director, Sarah Insalaco recently discovered the work of Loren while exploring the archives and was able to make contact with him to get him on the show! Don't miss the discussion about this fascinating piece of HSS history! 

What's the secret to a vibrant and active life in Mount Pleasant, SC? Find out in this insightful conversation between host Brian Cleary and TJ Rostin, the Town of Mount Pleasant's new Recreation Director! Think recreation is just for kids? Think again! TJ reveals the diverse services offered by the Mount Pleasant Recreation Department, catering to all ages – from engaging adult programs to enriching senior activities. Speaking of seniors, did you know the Senior Center is a hub of activity? Learn about their fitness classes, tech workshops, arts & crafts, and even opportunities to connect with health and financial experts. Want to know what exciting additions are on the horizon for Mount Pleasant's recreation scene? You won't want to miss the end of this episode for all the details! To connect with the Recreation Department: ◼ Visit Online: https://www.tompsc.com/203/Recreation ◼ Visit in Person: 100 Ann Edwards Lane, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

Columbia Parks and Recreation oversees 3,800 acres of parkland, 79 parks and 62 miles of trails. It also has 56 playgrounds. Gabe Huffington has served as Columbia Parks and Recreation director for three years and has worked for the department for 17 years. Mr. Huffington grew up in southwest Missouri's Buffalo. He joined host Fred Parry in-studio for the hour on 939 the Eagle's “CEO Roundtable.” Mr. Huffington emphasizes that safety is the biggest priority for the department, and he discussed this month's chaotic double shooting at Cosmo Park. Mr. Huffington tells listeners that the department currently has one park ranger and they're working to hire three additional rangers. He also confirms there are 13 flock cameras installed at various Columbia parks. Columbia Parks and Recreation now has 87 full-time employees. Mr. Huffington also discussed the recent dedication of the Perche creek trail and the upcoming dedication of the new Cosmo bike trail on May 22. He also updated listeners on the Easter Sunday tornado damage in Cosmo park and LA Nickell golf course. About 50 trees had significant damage. Mr. Huffington also updated listeners on the Columbia sports fieldhouse and on the former Boone County fairgrounds. Mr. Parry and Mr. Huffington also updated listeners on efforts to create facilities that support sports tourism:

X101's Matt Brooks speaks with Andrew Pierce, the Recreation Director for the Village of Homer, to talk about youth summer camps and the return of certain events in the village. The post Warm Weather is Finally Back! Here’s What’s Happenin’ in Homer appeared first on X101 Always Classic - WXHC.com.

In this episode of The Lake Forest Podcast, Pete Jansons and Skoo Walker dive into the latest buzz around town. From power outages and Deerpath construction headaches to a deep discussion on the Lake Forest Rec Center, CROYA, and the ever-confusing Caucus process—it's all here. Plus, throwbacks to WSNS Channel 44, MLB blackout frustrations, and a big win for the LFHS JV Hockey team.✅ Lake Forest power outage update and Deerpath construction chaos✅ LFHS JV Hockey wins STATE—congrats to the team and Coach Steve Sarauer✅ CROYA vs Rec Center: What's the difference and who's it for?✅ Caucus process confusion: Bylaws, advisory boards & interview gripes✅ White Sox nostalgia: Channel 44 static, Pat Kelly bat day & short-shorts✅ Spring sports season begins: lacrosse, baseball, softball & turf talk✅ What's next under Michael Wick's leadership of Parks & Rec?Key Moments:✅ 0:00 Skoo Walker and Pete Jansons host The Lake Forest Podcast✅ 2:25 Power outage in Lake Forest, Illinois✅ 3:22 Deerpath Road update

Knoxville Parks and Recreation Director Brandon Nemmers discusses the pool painting project which starts today, other upcoming projects, and seasonal hiring needs.

Paula Willis, CPRP - Parks and Recreation Director at South Fayette Township, PA speaks to funding and growing a small department, lessons learned, and aspirations in the field.Shane Mize is the Director of Parks and Recreation in the city of Pflugerville, Texas, where he resides with his wife and children.Tom Venniro is the 11-year Director of Parks and Recreation in Hilton-Parma, New York, where he resides with his wife Melissa, son Jack, and daughter Amelia.Jay Tryon is an 18-year park and recreation professional who loves to improve communities and their quality of life. He currently resides in Charlotte, North Carolina, with his wife and children.

Sean Brandenburg is the New Recreation Director for Moorhead Parks. Find out about his history as a guy who mowed lawns to being the Recreation Director!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Get to know our new Parks and Recreation Director Chris Minor on the latest episode of Conversations with Ku! Hear about upcoming changes to Gwinnett County parks, future goals for the department, and more.Commissioner Ku would love to hear from you or answer questions about District 2. Feel free to email him at Ben.Ku@GwinnettCounty.com and your question may be read on air.

On this week’s edition of Happening in Homer X101’s Matt Brooks is joined over the phone by Recreation Director for the Village Andrew Pierce. Andrew Pierce previews some of the[Read More...] The post Here What’s Happenin’ in Homer in January appeared first on X101 Always Classic - WXHC.com.

Trista Taylor, CPRP - Deputy Parks & Recreation Director, Village of Cottage Grove, WI, speaks to making connections, finding a second career, and thriving in a small department. Shane Mize is the Director of Parks and Recreation in the city of Pflugerville, Texas, where he resides with his wife and children. Tom Venniro is the 10-year Director of Parks and Recreation in Hilton-Parma, New York, where he resides with his wife Melissa, son Jack, and daughter Amelia. Jay Tryon is a 17-year park and recreation professional who loves to improve communities and their quality of life. He currently resides in Charlotte, North Carolina, with his wife and children.

Year in review segment with Knoxville Parks and Recreation Director Brandon Nemmers.

At the end of January, Lynn Greb will retire as Milwaukee Recreation's 10th director in the department's 114-year history.

Makkovik is ready to sparkle again this holiday season with the return of its annual Christmas Lights & Decorations Contest! We hear all about it from the Recreation Director of the Makkovik Inuit Community Government.

Three guests joined the podcast for a very special session of GovLove and Open Space Radio. Ali Rhodes is the Parks and Recreation Director for the City of Boulder, Colorado, Bernita Reese is the Recreation and Parks Director for the City of Columbus, Ohio, and Michele White is a Senior Program Manager for the National Recreation and Parks Association (NRPA). They joined to talk about environmental resilience and sustainability strategies in the parks and recreation sector. Ali and Bernita shared the work they have done in their organizations to mitigate and manage the impacts of climate change, as well as in collaborating with other departments in their cities. Michele talked about NRPA's recent Sustainability in Practice program focused on helping organizations take the next step in environmental resilience. This episode was produced in partnership with NRPA's Open Space Radio Podcast and recorded live at the 2024 NRPA Conference in Atlanta, GA. Hosts: Ben Kittelson and Cort Jones

In this episode of the Dover Download podcast, Deputy City Manager Christopher Parker chats with Kevin Hebert, Dover's new Recreation Director, who replaced longtime director Gary Bannon in April. Hebert discusses his 25-year background in education and athletics, including roles as Athletic Director at various schools, including Somersworth High School and Spaulding High School in Rochester. As a Dover resident with three children in the school system and a wife teaching at Dover High School, Hebert brings both professional expertise and a local perspective to his new role. He shares his vision for regional recreation collaboration, plans to evaluate and potentially expand programs (including youth volleyball), and thoughts on better coordinating with local sports leagues and school athletics. Hebert emphasizes Dover's impressive recreation infrastructure, including two ice sheets, indoor and outdoor pools, and numerous parks. He discusses current projects, including the Jenny Thompson Pool renovation and waterfront development, while highlighting the importance of maintaining strong relationships with staff and being responsive to community needs. The conversation touches on his background as a local sports coach and his approach to strategic planning and program evaluation. In This Week in Dover History, we learn about Earl Goodwin, who was named New Hampshire Municipal Association's Outstanding Volunteer of the Year in 1999.

On this week’s edition of Happenin' in Homer X101's Matt Brooks is joined by Recreation Director for the Village of Homer, Andrew Pierce. Andrew previews this year's Halloween Festivities, the[Read More...] The post October Activities are Happenin’ in Homer! appeared first on X101 Always Classic - WXHC.com.

Jen Basham MS, CPRE, CPO is the Parks and Recreation Director at City of Burleson, TX. Listen as she speaks to navigating being a female in a high ranking role, maternity leave, leadership, and empowering a team. Shane Mize is the Director of Parks and Recreation in the city of Pflugerville, Texas, where he resides with his wife and children. Tom Venniro is the 10-year Director of Parks and Recreation in Hilton-Parma, New York, where he resides with his wife Melissa, son Jack, and daughter Amelia. Jay Tryon is a 17-year park and recreation professional who loves to improve communities and their quality of life. He currently resides in Charlotte, North Carolina, with his wife and children.

Hour 1 - City Hall silent after the abrupt resignation of Wichita's Parks and Recreation Director.

Click here to order limited time merch! https://forms.gle/xPjjquANHi7fCfaT8 Jen Basham MS, CPRE, CPO is the Parks and Recreation Director at City of Burleson, TX. Listen as she speaks to navigating being a female in a high ranking role, maternity leave, leadership, and empowering a team. Shane Mize is the Director of Parks and Recreation in the city of Pflugerville, Texas, where he resides with his wife and children. Tom Venniro is the 10-year Director of Parks and Recreation in Hilton-Parma, New York, where he resides with his wife Melissa, son Jack, and daughter Amelia. Jay Tryon is a 17-year park and recreation professional who loves to improve communities and their quality of life. He currently resides in Charlotte, North Carolina, with his wife and children.

In less than 40 days, thousands of park and recreation professionals from across the country will gather in Atlanta for the 2024 NRPA Annual Conference. This is, without a doubt, the best park and recreation conference you can attend —  it's filled with tons of amazing opportunities to learn, build your network, and of course, have a little fun with your peers.  As we get closer to the conference, we know there are probably some professionals out there who are attending for the first time and have a lot of questions. Cort recently posted on LinkedIn asking for previous attendees to share their best tips for first-timers, and the comments did not disappoint. So, we decided to turn them into today's episode of Open Space Radio!  Every single tip shared was super valuable, and if you're attending the 2024 NRPA Annual Conference this October 8-10 for the first time, we encourage you to listen and keep some of these nuggets in mind while you're in Atlanta — and while you're packing! Tune in to the full episode below to hear all the tips and our reactions to each of them. If you prefer to read instead of listen, we've listed them below, as well. And, if you haven't already registered, there's still time. Visit conference.nrpa.org to register today and we hope to see you in Atlanta!   Nichole Bohner, Aquatics Division Manager, City of Round Rock, Texas  “Talk to everyone! When you're seated in the conference sessions, get to know those around you and exchange contacts.”  Nichole went on to say, “If you're lucky enough to travel to conference with coworkers, don't be afraid to broaden your horizons. Take every opportunity to broaden your network. You never know who you'll meet who is struggling with the same issues or has ideas that would help your operation.”  Sarah Olson, CPRP, Public Works Deputy Director of Engineering, Planning, and Development Servies, City of Kirkland, Washington  “Go to a pre-conference event. It's a smaller crowd, a great way to get through registration when things are way less busy and a great way to start making new friends.   Eric Lopez, CPRE, District Superintendent of Parks and Recreation, City of Fort Worth, Texas  “Don't underestimate the power of night socials and lunchtime. A lot of great connections happen over informal conversations.”  “Take notes, review them later and plan to execute the things that resonated more. Going back to your leadership with actionable things you learned and takeaways will aid in enhancing their commitment in sending staff in future years.”   Lisa Shore, CPRP, CPSI, Anne Arundel County, Maryland  “Leave room in your suitcase for all the cool stuff you'll bring home!”  Jeanette Aiello, CPRE, Project and Operations Supervisor, Charter Township of Canton, Michigan  “Attend at least one session in a topic area that is different than what you regularly work in. It can spark some interesting thoughts or possibly open you up to a new aspect of the field. Also, be willing to talk to the person sitting next to you. You'll likely want to get into your session 15 minutes prior and that opens you up to meeting some incredible professionals.”  Trista Taylor, CPRP, CPO, Deputy Parks and Recreation Director, Village of Cottage Grove, Wisconsin  “Check out the schedule and try to have a backup plan for the sessions you want in case the room is full! If you arrive early, visit the app to get an idea of the layout. Last year was my first time and the experience was a shock to my system in a great way but can be overwhelming!”  Anthony Iracki, MS, CPRP, CORE Professional Development Manager, PlayCore  “Ask for business cards and take ownership of the connection. Send a LinkedIn request or a friendly email within a week of getting back from the conference.”  “Take advantage of the network meetings.”  Tom Venniro, CPRP, Director of Hilton-Parma Parks and Recreation, New York, and co-host of RecLess Podcast  “Just show up. A lot of times, the introvert in me (and the fact that I feel I'm always go, go, go at home), tells me to go to conference and then get to that room and relax. Instead, seek out the social or if you are asked to join people at one or for a meal, say yes. You never know how any connection or conversation can impact you/others.”  “Don't sleep on the exhibit hall. For starters, it is huge! Plan in at least 4-5 hours over two days if you want to cover it all. The vendors are amazing and want to talk to you, but be intentional on stopping with limited times. Another fun tip, they all have swag and some years back I started looking for items my team back home might like and I bring them all back a swag care package and some candy as a thank you for holding it all down while I was away. I have also borrowed many ideas for our own swag.”      CivicPlus® Recreation Management is a proud sponsor of Open Space Radio. Join thousands of other local governments as you empower your staff and enable residents to self-service their needs through your department with our industry-leading software. With more time to focus on community activity programming and park and facility maintenance, staff can foster more significant resident engagement and improve the civic experience. Learn more at https://www.civicplus.com/recreation-management-software/.  

In this episode, Matt Lajeunesse interviews Jen Jones, the Recreation Director at the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Moab field office, who has been an integral part of the BASE jump community for over a decade. They discuss Jen's role and experiences working with BASE jumpers, managing public lands, and the unique challenges Moab faces with its 3 million annual visitors. The conversation touches on Turkey Boogie, the legality of BASE jumping on public lands, and the necessity of permits for commercial activities. Jen offers words to reassure the BASE community of BLM's openness and support while encouraging jumpers to stay informed and engaged.

Correspondent Tom Wilmer explores Christiansburg, VA's state of the art Huckleberry Park and how it became a trendsetter.

This week we may have to temporarily rename the podcast "The Parks and Recreations Nerds" as we welcome Matt Johnson, Director of Parks and Recreation for the City of Roseville. Along with my guest co-host Bryce Shearan, a colleague of mine at Bolton & Menk and former Parks and Recreation Director at the City of Little Canada.  Bryce also hosts another podcast - MRPA On the Air. See the show notes for a link to the podcast home page. The three of us talk about Roseville's innovative EAB removal and replacement program. We then talk about the Parks and Recreation accreditation standard that Roseville has achieved since 1994. It's a high standard that the Parks and Recreation department continues to meet every 5 years. Join us as we nerd out about Parks! AI Generated Episode Description:Embark on an auditory exploration of urban green spaces with Matt Johnson, Roseville's visionary Director of Parks and Recreation, and guest co-host Bryce Sheeran. Together, we uncover the city's strategic battle against the invasive Emerald Ash Borer, detailing the ambitious tree removal and replacement program that paints a promising future for our urban canopy. Our conversation twirls through the challenges and achievements of managing natural spaces within city bounds, emphasizing the importance of public safety while nurturing the aesthetic and ecological vibrancy of our shared environments.Have you ever considered the delicate dance of community engagement and practical forestry management? Our dialogue includes a conversation about the contractor Tree Trust that  spotlights the collective triumph in saving 250 trees from pestilence and the communal spirit that underpins successful public works projects. We unravel the threads of public and private tree management, revealing the intricate partnerships and initiatives that bolster both the beauty and health of our urban landscapes. The narrative extends beyond Roseville, inspiring neighboring communities to cultivate their own verdant urban retreats.Wrapping up our journey, we reflect on the enriching pursuit of parks and recreation accreditation. Discover how feedback and peer reviews transform the groundwork of public service, fostering growth, and encouraging equity and non-traditional programming to flourish. As we stray from our usual public works focus, this episode offers a fresh perspective on the nuanced world of parks management, igniting a passion among veterans and newcomers to the field alike. Tune in for an episode that promises to deepen your appreciation for the green oases that grace our cities.Show Notes:MN Recreation and Parks Association On the Air Podcasthttps://www.mnrpa.org/PodcastRoseville EAB Response Programhttps://www.cityofroseville.com/2006/Emerald-Ash-Borer-EAB

Knoxville Parks and Recreation Director Brandon Nemmers discusses the start of city park season.

Host Jen Miller is joined by Dr. Shauna Matelski, Interim and Acting CEO of Lorain County Community Action Agency, and talks about their programs for Lorain County residents, including Head Start and Pathways HUB. Upcoming events happening in Avon Lake: April 13, 5:00 PM: North Coast Rotary Foundation's "Sip & Support" Fundraiser at Tri-C's Westshore Campus in Westlake April 15, 7:00 PM: Combined City Council & Collective Committee Meeting April 16, 7:00 PM: Environmentally Speaking: Nurturing Trees for a Sustainable Future at the Avon Lake Public Library April 18-20, 7:00 PM & April 21, 2:00 PM: Avon Lake High School Drama Club Presents Disney's The Little Mermaid at the Avon Lake High School Performing Arts Center April 20, 9:00 AM: Test Drive a School Bus at the Avon Lake City Schools Bus Garage April 20, 6:30 PM: CRS's 35th Annual Charity Ball "A Community of Love" at The Shipyard Event Center in Lorain April 22, 7:00 PM: City Council Meeting April 25, 2:00 PM: 2024 Arbor Day Proclamation, Celebration, & Tree Plantings at the Avon Lake Safety Center April 25-26, 9:00 AM: Holy Spirit Ladies Guild Garage and Bake Sale at Holy Spirit Parish's Fr. Mosovsky Hall For information about these and future events/meetings in Avon Lake, please visit www.AvonLake.org/Events.

Town of Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation Director Atuya Cornwell spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey. He discussed the winter activities sponsored by Parks and Recreation, including the youth basketball season, the areas longest running indoor climbing competition, adopt-a-trail updates, and more. He also previewed spring activities including summer camp registration, lifeguard training opportunities, eclipse gathering, and more. He also talked about favorite trails in the parks. He previewed several upcoming events and activities, Earth Month, new staff hires, and much more. The post Chapel Hill: Parks and Recreation Director Atuya Cornwell appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

Host Jen Miller is joined by Avon Lake Recreation Director Erin Fach to discuss all of the fun events planned for the weekend leading up to the solar eclipse, as well as the watch party on April 8th. Upcoming events happening in Avon Lake: March 29: All City Buildings Closed April 1, 5:00 PM: Nomination Deadline for Citizen & Project of the Year Awards April 1: No City Council Meeting - Easter Break April 4, 1:00 PM: Avon-on-the-Lake Garden Club presentation on Lorain County Birds at the Avon Lake Public Library April 6, 8:30 AM: Vitalant Blood Drive at the Old Firehouse Community Center April 6: Solar Sip & Shop April 6 & 7, 11:00 AM-11:00 PM: Solar Express Shuttle service running April 7, 9:00 AM: Avon Lake Eclipse Chaser 5K at Beach Park Station April 7, 11:30 AM: Totalilty Rocks Music Festival at Beach Park Station April 8, 11:00 AM: Total SolarEclipse Watch Party at the Avon Lake High School Memorial Stadium April 8: City Hall closed and no Trash Pick-up.  Pick-up will be delayed by one day for the rest of the week. April 8: No City Council Meeting April 13, 5:00 PM: North Coast Rotary Foundation's "Sip & Support" at the Tri-C Westshore Campus For information about these and future events/meetings in Avon Lake, please visit www.AvonLake.org/Events.

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we are joined by our new Parks and Recreation Director of Sports & Fitness, Clint Jones! Clint shares more about his background, what he does on the day-to-day in his job, and more information about some great upcoming Parks and Recreation programs and events!  To contact Clint Jones email him at cjones@crawfordsville-in.gov or call at 765-364-5175, or stop by and see him in his office at 922 E. South Boulevard | Crawfordsville, IN Yodel Community Calendar & News Feed: https://events.yodel.today/crawfordsville  To ask any questions about this podcast or to submit topic ideas, please email Sarah Sommer at ssommer@crawfordsville-in.gov

Daunte Wright was shot and killed during a traffic stop in Brooklyn Center almost three years ago. It happened during the trial of Derek Chauvin. As Minneapolis was having a racial reckoning, the death of Daunte Wright sparked one in Brooklyn Center too. Since Daunte's Wright's death, the city hired a new police chief, who has since retired. And Brooklyn Center has worked on proposing new policing reforms. Now it's turning to it's neighbor, Brooklyn Park. The two cities have launched a new initiative, “Two Brooklyn's, One Vision.” Marcellus Davis is the Racial Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Manager for the City of Brooklyn Park and Cordell Wiseman is the Recreation Director for the City of Brooklyn Center. They both joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer to talk about how the two cities are intertwined and the goals of their initiative.

Knoxville Parks and Recreation Director Brandon Nemmers talks about all that the Knoxville Rec Center offers and the offseason for the Parks and Recreation Department.

On this week's episode of ⁠Orleans: Behind the Scenes⁠, hosts Mia Baumgarten and Mike Solitro welcome Town of Orleans⁠⁠⁠ Recreation Director Thomas DeSiervo to discuss all things recreation, ongoing programming, and some upcoming offerings. Tune in to catch up on what's happening this week and what's coming up next! Welcome to Orleans! Are you a longtime visitor, lifetime resident, or newly minted explorer? Mia and Mike are here for you with the scoop on happenings in this bustling and beautiful Lower Cape town. Want to know what's driving the initiatives and innovations coming out of Town Hall? Get a glimpse behind the scenes as Mia and Mike introduce you to the fresh faces and dynamic projects around town. Mark your calendars for town meetings, public hearings, and upcoming chances to make your voices heard for the future of Orleans! Mia and Mike will keep you up to date and informed about all the ways your local government works. For a weekly dose of local news delivered with a different perspective, subscribe and listen to Orleans: Behind the Scenes. Contact Tom Email (508) 240-3700 x 2333 --------------------------------------- Events: January Events at Snow Library January 13: Orleans Farmers' Market January 23: The Snow Library Feasibility Task Force Public Forum Town Departments, Boards and other useful links: Recreation Department Recreation Advisory Committee Orleans MyRec

Curious about the construction happening around the Bentonville Square? Tune in as our host, Allen Woody, and Bentonville Parks and Recreation Director, David Wright, discuss plans to elevate the Downtown Bentonville experience through projects currently underway! Get the inside scoop on Bentonville Parks and Recreation projects happening in the downtown area, including the A Street Promenade which will convert the road to a pedestrian-only corridor.

On Monday, our attention turned to Millcreek Township, and a series of public planning events for the future of Millcreek Parks and Recreation. Joining us was Ashley Marsteller, Millcreek Township Parks and Recreation Director and Matt Waldinger, Director of Planning and Development.

Richard Brockman and KNEM/KNMO's Jae Miller discuss the past and future junior golf league seasons, the upcoming disc golf tournament, and FallFest coming to Nevada.

Hosts Bryce and Meredith talk with Chuck Stifter, Parks and Recreation Director for Maple Grove.

CTL Script/ Top Stories of August 29 Publish Date: Aug. 28   Henssler :15 From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Award Winning Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast    Today is Tuesday, August 29th, and happy heavenly birthday to the King of Pop Michael Jackson ***Jackson*** I'm Brian Giffin and here are the stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia Canton man charged with sexual exploitation of children Cherokee County students named statewide Youth Heart Ambassadors And Brian Borden provides updates on Woodstock's Little River Park   Plus, Leah McGrath of Ingles Markets is here to talk with Bruce Jenkins about cross contact and contamination   We'll have all this and more coming up on the Cherokee Tribune-Ledger Podcast, and if you're looking for Community news we encourage you to listen and subscribe!    Commercial:  CU of GA   Story 1 charged   Thaddeus Anderson, a 34-year-old man from Canton, has been arrested and charged with five counts of sexual exploitation of children after authorities discovered he possessed child pornography. Anderson allegedly downloaded multiple images of child abuse material between March 1 and July 31. A search warrant executed by Cherokee Sheriff's Office investigators and Homeland Security Investigations Sexual Exploitation Unit at Anderson's residence uncovered a significant amount of child abuse material on his computer. Anderson admitted to downloading this material. He remains in custody without bond at the Cherokee County jail.                                                   ....……… Read more on this story at tribuneledgernews.com   STORY 2: heart   Two Cherokee County School District students, Jack Bauer and Edith Benson, have been selected as Youth Heart Ambassadors for the American Heart Association. Both first-grader Jack Bauer and second-grader Edith Benson will raise awareness about the association's role in cardiovascular disease research, public health advocacy, and healthy lifestyle resources. They will also encourage fellow children to participate in association activities promoting healthy habits. Bauer, who has survived congenital heart defects, and Benson, who has undergone multiple surgeries and lives with a pacemaker, were chosen from nominations of young people affected by heart disease or stroke. The school district has long supported the American Heart Association, and Superintendent Brian Hightower expressed pride in Bauer and Benson for their important role in inspiring others through service.   Story 3: borden   Woodstock's Parks and Recreation Director, Brian Borden, provided updates on the progress of the future Little River Park and other department projects during an IN WDSTK Morning INfluence meeting. The engineering and construction drawings for Little River Park are being worked on, with the aim of starting construction next summer for Phase I. The first phase will be funded by the Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax, with a budget of $8 million. The park's master plan includes a pond, treehouse trail, boardwalk, dog park, and more across its 100-acre area. Borden also discussed other projects, such as the Noonday Creek Trail Extension, and highlighted the success of the Woodstock Summer Concert Series and other events. The Woodstock Parks and Recreation department is responsible for maintaining multiple parks, trails, and recreational programs in the community.   We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info.   Back in a moment   Break:  ESOG  - Elon -Dayco   STORY 4: cafeteria   Clayton Elementary School near Canton has been honored with the School Nutrition Cafeteria of Excellence Award, a new statewide award presented by the Georgia Department of Education's School Nutrition division. The school's cafeteria team, comprised of Manager Crystal Smith, Barbara Krupa, and Emily Sims, was recognized for their exceptional attention to serving quality meals, providing excellent customer service, and maintaining program integrity. The award considers health inspection scores, menu quality and variety, use of local produce, promotion of nutrition programs, and student engagement. The award will be officially presented at an annual luncheon, and Clayton Elementary's achievement highlights their commitment to providing nutritious meals for students and promoting their success.         Story 5: hay   The Georgia Farm Bureau is hosting the 2023 GFB Quality Hay Contest, accepting entries of bermudagrass hay until October 31st. Hay submitted will undergo nutritional value analysis using the Relative Forage Quality Test at a University of Georgia lab. Winners will be determined based on RFQ analysis and announced at the GFB convention in December. Prizes will be awarded to the top five producers, with the first-place winner receiving the use of a Vermeer mid-sized trailed mower for a year. Contestants must be Georgia Farm Bureau members and pay a $20 entry fee per sample. Additionally, GFB is accepting listings for its online hay directory, which includes both hay for sale and custom services.   Story 6: swann   Vanderbilt's quarterback AJ Swann led the team to a 35-28 victory over Hawaii with 258 passing yards and three touchdowns. Safety De'Rickey Wright made two interceptions. Hawaii's Brayden Schager had a standout performance with 351 passing yards and three touchdowns, connecting well with debut receivers Steven McBride and Pofele Ashlock. Despite Hawaii's efforts, turnovers and special teams mistakes hurt their chances. Vanderbilt's lead was sealed by Swann's touchdown passes to Sheppard and Humphreys. The game was initially delayed due to lightning. 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In this episode, Stephanie, Michelle, and Brittany interview Chad Dyson, Davenport Parks and Recreation Director, and Becca Niles, Community Outreach and Experience Manager, as well as local writer and St. Ambrose staff member, Caitlin Moran. They also chat with Kathryn, our Special Collections supervisor, and discuss what they've been reading this month!Some helpful links from our discussion:Summer Reading Program - Turn up the volume on your summer with the Library's Summer Reading Program: Find Your Voice! Everyone is invited to be get creative, try new things, and find beauty in diversity with the Library this summer. Read books, attend a program, or complete any of the fun activities from the reading log. Each thing you do earns a ticket into the grand-prize drawing(s) of your choice. Do a little or do it all! The way you Find Your Voice this summer is totally up to you!Library Catalog - Place holds on all of the books discussed today!Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up in the Library!Davenport Special CollectionsBooks mentioned:The Magicians by Lev GrossmanHijab Butch Blues by Lamya H.Infect Your Friends and Loved Ones by Torrey PetersVoice of the Fish by Lars HornEmma by Jane AustinDewey: The Small-Town Library Cat Who Touched the World by Vicki Myron & Bret Witter Good for You by Camille PaganThe Friend Zone by Abby JimenezHow to Eat Fried Worms by Thomas Rockwell The Secret, Book, & Scone Society by Ellery AdamsSomebody That I Used to Know by Dana L. DavisBluebird by Sharon Cameron

Carol Lolatte has been the Recreation Director for 33 years. Here is her story...

Summer has officially arrived and there are some great places to spend it right here in Pickens! In this month's episode we spoke with Recreation Director Brian Jones about the ins and outs of the Parks and Recreation department. Our conversation covered a variety of topics and shed light on everything from how their staff organizes youth sports to improvements coming to Roper Park. Later in the program Chairman Stancil answers a timely question from one of our listeners about the future of green space in Pickens. Remember if you have a question for Kris, you can submit it to questions@pickenscountyga.gov Links:If you are interested in volunteering with Parks and Recreation, or viewing their calendar, you can visit their website https://pickrec.com . If you want to reach out to Brian or Seth directly you can call them at 706-253-8862 or stop by the Recreation Center located at 1329 Camp Road, Jasper, GA 30143.  If you would like to learn more about the Community Thrift Store's Christmas in July event or register your team for the corn hole tournament, visit https://www.pickenscommunitythriftstore.org/festivals/ for more details. 

Multihyphenate producer-director-cinematographer and all around talented guy Randall Einhorn is currently the executive producer and director of the award-winning ABC show, Abbott Elementary. Randall began his career in series television first as the DP of The Office, then became one of the most frequent directors of the series. He got to know the mockumentary style intimately, and carried it onto many other shows such as Parks and Recreation, The Muppets, and Modern Family. Quinta Brunson, show creator and star of Abbott Elementary, was a huge fan of The Office and pitched her idea to executive producers Randall Einhorn and Patrick Schumacker. Randall immediately knew that the mockumentary format would work well as they followed the everyday drama of teachers in an underprivileged elementary school in Philadelphia. They began shooting the pilot in August 2021, working with kids who were mostly non-actors and hadn't been inside a classroom for an entire year due to COVID. Working with kids made everything harder, but also made everything better, and Randall emphasized that they would have a good time every day. The children were so happy and excited to see each other and to be in a classroom, even if it was a set. On Abbott Elementary, Randall wanted the teachers to be treated like heroes, so they chose to use ARRI cameras and Angenieux Optimo Zoom lenses. The classrooms look inviting, with wood, warm earth tones and bright light coming in from the windows. By contrast, on The Office they would “dirty up” the frame to make it seem more spontaneous, as though something unexpected was actually caught. Randall would pan to someone, purposely defocus, then bring the actor into focus, to make it seem as though it was just caught. For Abbott Elementary, the camera crew keeps everything mostly in focus, but they will make a conscious effort to keep a piece of doorway in the shot, for example, to imply that people are having a private moment with the cameras hanging back. Randall feels that there's an honesty to using a long lens and backing up so it would look like the actors are having an intimate conversation. Randall naturally developed his mockumentary shooting style after working on reality and extreme sports shows. Executive producer Ben Silverman saw his work and thought his verite style would work well for The Office. Randall met with executive producer Greg Daniels, and they hit it off. Since he'd never worked on scripted shows before, Randall broke lots of rules that were considered “normal” for series television on The Office, such as operating himself and pulling his own focus. Blocking and planning the camera placement ahead of time was also essential- the camera crew would never put a camera where it couldn't or wouldn't be. He also figured out how to add to the improvisational comedy through the camera's movement and focus. Randall would keep one eye on the eyepiece and another on the actors to see who was going to improv. He'd lean in with the camera on an actor, stepping in closer to make a moment even more awkward. Unlike the British version of The Office, which was always carefully rehearsed, they would just shoot the scenes and reactions, in true documentary style. Randall's company, Sad Unicorn, has a multi-year first look deal at Warner Bros. and he will continue executive producing and directing Abbott Elementary. Abbot Elementary is in its second season on ABC and Hulu, and season three will likely be delayed due to the writers strike. Sponsored by Hot Rod Cameras: www.hotrodcameras.com Sponsored by Aputure: https://www.aputure.com/ The Cinematography Podcast website: www.camnoir.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheCinematographyPodcast Facebook: @cinepod Instagram: @thecinepod Twitter: @ShortEndz

On tonight's KRBD Evening Report: Ketchikan High School drama students prepare to take to the stage in James and the Giant Peach.Sales tax is set to increase within Ketchikan city limits.Craig's new Parks and Recreation Director talks about her vision for the future.

Cole Stephens is the Parks and Recreation Director and Facilities Director for Kaysville City. Kris High is the Recreation Superintendent.  Listen in to learn about our Oustanding Rec Programs, Community Events, and Award-Winning Parks.  https://www.kaysville.gov/283/Recreation-Leagues-Programs

Sarah Sandquist became Parks & Recreation Director for Fishers in 2018. December 1, 2022 is her last day on the job in Fishers as she prepares to take a similar position in Champaign, Illinois. Sarah talks about her new job and her time in Fishers on this podcast.

Sarah Sandquist if Parks & Recreation Director for Fishers...Stephanie Perry is assistant PR Director for the city...they both join Larry talking about holidays around Fishers and a few other subjects as well.