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Helping The Homeless: Debunking Myths and Misconceptions Apr 24, 2024

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The emotionally charged effort to help those who are homeless is the subject of many half-truths, myths, and misconceptions. In this, the third of a three-part series on homelessness, we talk to Social Services Supervisor Allie Severino about the top five misconceptions she hears every day on the streets of West Palm Beach.

Helping The Homeless: What Can We Do? Pt. 2 of 3 Apr 16, 2024

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The problems and challenges faced by those who are homeless are complex. In this, the second part of our series on homelessness, we will look at what can be done to truly help, give effective relief to those on the street, and consider actions residents can take to truly help those in need. With Allie Severino, Social Services Supervisor for the City of West Palm Beach.

Helping The Homeless: Understanding The Challenges Pt 1 of 3 Apr 11, 2024

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Trying to help those who are homeless is a challenge for every community in America. West Palm Beach is no exception. In this, the first of a three-part podcast series, we explore the challenges communities face and learn about our city’s effort to truly help those who don’t have a home. With Allie Severino, Social Services Supervisor for the City of West Palm Beach.

The Battle Against Greenhouse Gas And What You Can Do To Help Apr 05, 2024

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While the effects of Greenhouse Gas emissions is a global concern, the solution starts in our cities, our towns, our homes. Learn how the City of West Palm Beach is actively working to control the production of greenhouse gasses and educating residents on ways to minimize the impact. With Lara Shlyapina, Sustainability Program Coordinator for the City of West Palm Beach.

Making West Palm Beach Greener: How City Programs Help Residents Plant And Protect Trees Mar 22, 2024

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Aside from sun, sand and water, West Palm Beach is most closely connected to the thousands of trees that dot every park, lot, and homesite. Trees are so important they're even part of the city's name! The City is working hard to protect our trees and to plant thousands more in the coming years. Learn what City programs are available to educate residents and how you can get free trees to plant at your WPB home! With Nicole Pollio, Sustainability Program Coordinator.

TOP 5 TIPS for enjoying the WPB GreenMarket Mar 18, 2024

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There's a lot more to the West Palm Beach GreenMarket than you think! Here's 5 pro tips on what to see, what to do and how to get there, directly from the event organizers! The WPB GreenMarket has been voted the best greenmarket in the country for 3 consecutive years. Now, YOU can help make this year the big number 4! With Mary Pinak and Angela Poco.

Code Enforcement: Improving The Quality Of Life For All Mar 08, 2024

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Code Enforcement Officers have a tough job that requires patience, determination and most of all, a desire to help neighborhoods stay beautiful, safe and strong. Learn more about this little understood job in our city and how their number one job is to improve the quality of life for all residents. With Code Enforcement Officer Valerie Luster.

How Oily Kitchen Cooking Can Clog Your Home's Sewage System Feb 29, 2024

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Rinsing off a frying pan or sending greasy food down the disposal contributes to a growing problem for cities like West Palm Beach: household and neighborhood sewage pipes are being clogged with cooking fats, oils and grease. These clogs can back up your drain system and cause big headaches for the city systems. How can you keep cooking oils and grease from clogging our drains? With Charles Phoenix, Brian Sealey and Brandon Ingraham.

West Palm Beach: A Home For LGBTQ+ Equality Jan 29, 2024

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A community is defined by the people who call it home. West Palm Beach takes pride in its diversity and welcomes residents from every background, creed and culture. The City's relationship with its LGBTQ+ community has a long and productive history. We talk with the City's LGBTQ+ Liaison Melissa Anderson on why West Palm has become such an attractive place to visit, live and work.

Office Of Sustainability: Working To Preserve Paradise and Protect our Future Jan 09, 2024

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West Palm Beach is a natural Paradise, but threats from pollution and climate change could change it forever. Learn about a City department that works to educate and enable residents in the fight to preserve our home's natural beauty. With Penelope Redford.

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