Roses & Weeds

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S3 E9: What's going on in the Neighborhood? May 12, 2022

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Welcome to Roses & Weeds! A City of Tyler podcast to keep you up to date with current events and news related to our beautiful city.

In this episode of Roses & Weeds, hosts Bob Mauldin and LouAnn Campbell invite Housing Manager Prentice Butler and Community Development Specialist Madeline Teel to talk about the housing and community development services provided by the Neighborhood Services Department. The team administers programs supported by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

Prentice and Madeline explain what the City of Tyler's Neighborhood Services Department does to strengthen our neighborhoods and community.

Roses & Weeds is recorded at the Downtown Visitors Center and is hosted by the City of Tyler’s Communication Department. If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future show topics, please reach out to us at PublicRelations@TylerTexas.com and use #rosesandweeds on all your questions to the City of Tyler on social media.

Roses & Weeds is hosted by the City of Tyler's Communication Department. If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future show topics, please reach out to us at PublicRelations@TylerTexas.com and be sure to use #RosesAndWeeds on all your questions to the City of Tyler on social media.

S3 E8: Understanding the new tethering law Mar 17, 2022

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Welcome to Roses & Weeds! A City of Tyler podcast to keep you up to date with current events and news related to our beautiful city.

In this episode of Roses & Weeds, recurring host Bob Mauldin and first-time host Payton Weidman invite Animal Services Director Shawn Markmann and Animal Control Supervisor Mary Fowler to talk about the new tethering law in Texas.
On January 17, the new tethering law went into effect but it's left some confusion for community members. Shawn and Mary explain the changes and everything Animal Services does for the Tyler community.

Roses & Weeds is recorded at the Downtown Visitors Center and is hosted by the City of Tyler’s Communication Department. If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future show topics, please reach out to us at PublicRelations@TylerTexas.com and be sure to use #rosesandweeds on all your questions to the City of Tyler on social media.

S3 E7: The Cut by Larry D. Wade Sr. Feb 16, 2022

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Welcome to Roses & Weeds! A City of Tyler podcast to keep you up to date with current events and news related to our beautiful city.

In this episode of Roses & Weeds, hosts Bob Mauldin invite Councilmembers Shirley McKellar and Broderick McGee, Reference Librarian Rozanna Bennett and Smith County Historical Society board member Mr. Larry D. Wade Sr. to talk about our Black History Celebration event.
This year, the Tyler Public Library decided to put together a program on Thursday, Feb. 24 at 7 p.m. at Liberty Hall highlighting a historic Black neighborhood in the northside of Tyler, called The Cut. Mr. Wade will be doing a presentation about the history of this neighborhood and his experience growing up there. The event will also include musical performances by the Tyler High School Angelic Voices and Drumline and Debra Hammons.

Roses & Weeds is recorded at the Downtown Visitors Center and is hosted by the City of Tyler’s Communication Department. If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future show topics, please reach out to us at PublicRelations@TylerTexas.com and be sure to use #rosesandweeds on all your questions to the City of Tyler on social media.

S3 E6: Red light, green light Jan 19, 2022

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Welcome to Roses & Weeds! A City of Tyler podcast to keep you up to date with current events and news related to our beautiful city.

In this episode of Roses & Weeds, hosts Bob Mauldin and LouAnn Campbell sat down with Traffic Engineer Cameron Williams to break down the traffic situation in Tyler. Cameron explains the 10-year traffic plan for the City and what improvements we have already implemented or will complete very soon.

Roses & Weeds is recorded at the Downtown Visitors Center and is hosted by the City of Tyler’s Communication Department. If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future show topics, please reach out to us at PublicRelations@TylerTexas.com and be sure to use #rosesandweeds on all your questions to the City of Tyler on social media.

S3 E5: Past, present and future of Harvey Hall Dec 15, 2021

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Welcome to Roses & Weeds! A City of Tyler podcast to keep you up to date with current events and news related to our beautiful city.

In this episode of Roses & Weeds, host Bob Mauldin sat down with Deputy City Manager Stephanie Franklin, Parks Director Leanne Robinette, and Parks Budget Manager Todd Lestage to talk about Harvey Hall, its history and its future. The Rose Complex project was announced in 2019 and is set to be built where Harvey Hall was located. Listen along as this episode’s guests tell us the history, memories and plans for the City’s crown jewel.

Roses & Weeds is recorded at the Downtown Visitors Center and is hosted by the City of Tyler’s Communication Department. If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future show topics, please reach out to us at PublicRelations@TylerTexas.com and be sure to use #rosesandweeds on all your questions to the City of Tyler on social media.

S3 E4: Who's representing you? Nov 17, 2021

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Welcome to Roses & Weeds! A City of Tyler podcast to keep you up to date with current events and news related to our beautiful city.

In this episode of Roses & Weeds, hosts Bob Mauldin and Julie Goodgame do a deep dive into redistricting with City Manager Edward Broussard and City Attorney Deborah Pullum. Redistricting happens every 10 years after the nation census and affects all residences so make sure to tune in to hear how it will affect you.

Roses & Weeds is recorded at the Downtown Visitors Center and is hosted by the City of Tyler’s Communication Department. If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future show topics, please reach out to us at PublicRelations@TylerTexas.com and be sure to use #rosesandweeds on all your questions to the City of Tyler on social media.

S3 E3: Meet the voice of District 1- Stuart Hene Oct 19, 2021

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Welcome to Roses & Weeds! A City of Tyler podcast to keep you up to date with current events and news related to our beautiful city.

In this episode of Roses & Weeds, hosts Bob Mauldin and Julie Goodgame picked the brain of District 1 Councilmember Stuart Hene. Listen along as he tells you about his passions, hobbies and who he is and wants to be as a person and community leader.

Roses & Weeds is recorded at the Downtown Visitors Center and is hosted by the City of Tyler’s Communication Department. If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future show topics, please reach out to us at PublicRelations@TylerTexas.com and be sure to use #rosesandweeds on all your questions to the City of Tyler on social media.

S3 E2: Out of the tap Oct 01, 2021

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Welcome to Roses & Weeds! A City of Tyler podcast to keep you up to date with current events and news related to our beautiful city.

Have you ever wondered where does your water come from and how does it get to your faucets? In this episode of Roses & Weeds, host Bob Mauldin sits down with Public Information Officer LouAnn Campbell and Director of Utilities Kate Dietz to explain the process of how water goes from Lake Tyler to your faucet. They also explain the annual change in the disinfection process.

Roses & Weeds is recorded at the Downtown Visitors Center and is hosted by the City of Tyler’s Communication Department. If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future show topics, please reach out to us at PublicRelations@TylerTexas.com and be sure to use #rosesandweeds on all your questions to the City of Tyler on social media.

S3 E1: What are you doing with my taxes? Sep 29, 2021

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Welcome to Roses & Weeds! A City of Tyler podcast to keep you up to date with current events and news related to our beautiful city.

In this episode of Roses & Weeds, hosts Bob Mauldin and Julie Goodgame bring in special guests City Manager Ed Broussard and Deputy City Manager Stephanie Franklin. Together they explain the City's 2022 budget and this year's theme "Called to SERVE and protect."

Roses & Weeds is recorded at the Downtown Visitors Center and is hosted by the City of Tyler’s Communication Department. If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future show topics, please reach out to us at PublicRelations@TylerTexas.com and be sure to use #rosesandweeds on all your questions to the City of Tyler on social media.

S2 E14: State of the City 2021 Q&A with the Mayor Jul 05, 2021

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Things are looking rosey for the City of Tyler! Mayor Don Warren talks past, present and future at this year's State of the City event.
Roses & Weeds is recorded at the Downtown Visitors Center and is hosted by the City of Tyler’s Communication Department. If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future show topics, please reach out to us at PublicRelations@TylerTexas.com and be sure to use #rosesandweeds on all your questions to the City of Tyler on social media.

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