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Episode 18 - Keeping Opelika Clean and Green Feb 12, 2025

Join us for this month's episode as we chat with Jasen Spoon, Opelika’s Environmental Services Director! We’re talking trash, recycling, and all things waste management in Opelika. Get the scoop on how the city handles garbage, what you can do to help, and why sustainability is more important than ever. Tune in for some trash talk with a twist!

Episode 17 - Live Locally Alabama Jan 17, 2025

In this episode, we dive into the "Live Locally Alabama" campaign, an exciting initiative by the city of Opelika to promote community engagement, local businesses, and regional pride. Mayor Gary Fuller joins us as the guest speaker to share insights on the campaign’s goals, its impact on the city, and how residents can get involved in making Opelika an even better place to live, work, and thrive. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about the future of Opelika and the power of supporting local!

Episode 16 - A Sneak Peek at Holiday Fun Nov 27, 2024

In this episode, we sit down with Rosanna McGinnis of Opelika Public Library and Priscilla Blythe of Keep Opelika Beautiful to discuss Opelika's upcoming Holiday events. To see the full list of events, visit https://www.opelika-al.gov/689/Opelikas-Very-Merry-Christmas and make sure to follow us on social media. We can't wait to celebrate this season with you!

Episode 15 - National Night Out Sep 27, 2024

In this episode we sit down with the chairwoman of the National Night Out committee to talk about the upcoming event. National Night Out will take place on Tuesday, October 1 from 5 - 7 P.M. at Courthouse Square. We hope to see you there!

Episode 14 - Burgers & Badges Grill Off Aug 12, 2024

In this episode we sit down with the Opelika Fire Department and the Opelika Police Department to chat about our upcoming Burgers & Badges event.

The City of Opelika Police and Fire departments go head-to-head for the most money raised and best tasting burger! All proceeds will go to the United Way of Lee County.

Episode 13 - Splash Into Summer In Opelika! Jun 13, 2024

In this jam packed episode we sit down with Opelika Parks & Recreation to discuss the amazing new pools they have opening this summer. Following that we sit down and chat with the Opelika Public Library team about their awesome summer programming. Finally, we wrap things up with Jasen Spoon the new Director of Opelika Environmental Services. We hope you sit back, relax, and enjoy the show!

Episode 12 - Blazing Trails: Creekline Trails, Summer Internship Opportunities, and Opelika's Memorial Day Services May 13, 2024

In this month's episode we sit down with the team at the new Creekline Trail to chat about the new trail opening. Then later we talk to the Opelika Economic Development team about the awesome FuelAL summer internship opportunities. We wrap things up with a brief description of Opelika's upcoming Memorial Day services.

Episode 11 - Be Litter Free! Apr 09, 2024

In this month's episode we sit down with Keep Opelika Beautiful to chat about our "Be Litter Free" anti-litter campaign as well as our upcoming Community Clean Up Day, Saturday April 13 from 9 - 11 A.M.

Episode 10 - From Parks to Podcasts: Stories from a Seasoned Parks and Recreation Employee Mar 18, 2024

In this month's episode we sit down with long time Parks and Recreation employee Jeff Pokorny and Bobby Nix to chat about Spring Villa as well as what it's been like working with Opelika Parks and Recreation over the years.

Episode 9 - Home Away From Home - The Opelika Senior Center Feb 16, 2024

In this month's episode we discuss the opening of the new Opelika Senior Center. The City of Opelika and Lee-Russell Council of Governments partnered in opening the new Opelika Senior Center at 1103 Glenn Street in Opelika.

Episode 8 - Human Trafficking Awareness Month 2024 Jan 22, 2024

In this episode we discuss Human Trafficking Awareness Month 2024.

Human trafficking, recognized as both a public health issue and a crime, impacts individuals, families, and communities; therefore exploiting the most vulnerable among us. The City of Opelika acknowledges that an estimated 27.6 million people globally are subjected to human trafficking, with cases reported in every state and territory across the United States, including here in our own community.

Episode 7 - Season’s Greetings: Opelika’s Very Merry Christmas Nov 27, 2023

In this episode we dive into all things Opelika Christmas! Our downtown turns into a magical Christmas destination each year. With beautiful decorations, tons of twinkling lights and unlimited events, you can find something for everyone in your family. There are plenty of places for you to take great selfies or family photos during the holidays. Please come enjoy our CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS, Nov. 26 – Jan. 4. We hope you will visit, take photos and tag us with #MyOpelikaChristmas. In Opelika, it’s a Very Merry Christmas year after year.

To learn more please visit, https://www.opelika-al.gov/689/Opelikas-Very-Merry-Christmas

Episode 6 - Chapters and Coordinates Oct 25, 2023

In this episode, we sit down with the Opelika Public Library to discuss their upcoming book festival. Later in the episode, we chat with the City of Opelika's GIS team to learn more about the upcoming GIS Day!

Episode 5 - Impacting Lives and Making A Difference: The United Way of Lee County Aug 11, 2023

In this episode, we sit down with the United Way of Lee County to discuss their 2024 campaign and who they impact on a daily basis. Later in the episode, we chat with Opelika Economic Development to discuss an upcoming job fair!

Episode 4 - Igniting Young Minds and Expanding Futures! Jul 19, 2023

In this episode we sit down with Opelika City Schools to discuss the opening of Fox Run School. We later chat with Opelika City Schools and Southern Union State Community College about career tech and workforce opportunities.

Episode 3 - Rising Stars, Reviving Parks and Driving Growth Jun 20, 2023

On this episode of, That Tracks, we talk with founding members of Opelika Young Professionals to discuss the upcoming programs. We also chat with Opelika Swim and Opelika Parks and Recreation about the updates happening around town to Parks and Rec facilities. Lastly, we catch up with Opelika Economic Development to talk about all the growth in our city!

Episode 2 - Play the Game, Learn About Dirt and Beat the Heat May 15, 2023

That Tracks is a City of Opelika podcast that was started to bring a behind the scenes look into different sectors of the city. You will hear from different department heads, employees, and citizens about what is going on in Opelika, Alabama.

Episode 1 - Talking Trash! Apr 24, 2023

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