You’ll also hear unforgettable stories from the field, including the night a house fire turned into an unexpected encounter with a five-foot alligator and 50 pit vipers. Chief Whiting opens up about the emotional toll of the job, how firefighters support one another after difficult calls, and why protecting mental health is essential for long careers in public safety.

From community outreach and burn camp traditions to the department’s massive Empty Stocking Drive that serves hundreds of local children each year, this episode offers a rare inside look at the people and values that shape the Winder Fire Department.

Read our Q&A with Chief Whiting here:
https://www.cityofwinder.com/Home/Components/News/News/2325/474#!/

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From closing streets and coordinating 60-float parades to booking bands a year in advance and tracking event impact with real data, Talore shares how events drive foot traffic downtown, support local businesses, and bring neighbors together. She also reveals details about Winder’s newest major celebration — Celebrate America — coming next year.

Whether you’re a vendor, a resident who never misses an event, or someone curious about how everything gets done, this episode shows just how much planning (and candy) goes into making Winder unforgettable.

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From right-of-way maintenance to major generational projects, Clint talks about balancing safety and service, tackling everything from trash pickup to billion-gallon water storage, and why public works is really about having a servant mindset.

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Michele also talks about how her department supports residents facing financial hardship, why communication is key to avoiding service interruptions, and what it means to be the first impression of the city.

Whether you’ve ever wondered what goes on at the Customer Service Center or just want to hear how Winder puts people first, this episode offers an inside look at the team that keeps the city running smoothly.

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You'll also hear about a suspect who outran a Crown Vic—briefly—and the crime scene that earned him a nomination for World’s Dumbest Criminals.

With humor, humility, and heart, Captain Rob offers advice for new officers and thoughts on how the public and law enforcement can better understand each other.

🎧 Tune in for one of our best episodes yet—stories you won’t believe and a legacy Winder won’t forget.

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In this episode, you'll also learn:

• Why Broad Street and Main Street aren’t maintained by the city (and who actually runs Winder’s traffic lights—spoiler: not us).
• How the city decides which roads to patch, overlay, or fully repave using a cost-per-square-yard approach.
• The power of public input in shaping the Transportation Improvement Plan—and how it helps Winder secure grants and influence GDOT.
• Why zero of Winder’s traffic signals are under local control—and what the city is doing to change that.
• What goes into a $1.4 million paving request—and how thousands of man-hours get invested before a single dollar is spent.
• How Winder’s engineers walk every street, patch-by-patch, to make data-driven decisions for long-term infrastructure success.

If you've ever hit a pothole and thought, "Why doesn’t the city fix this?"—this episode is for you.

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In this episode, you’ll also hear:

• Why dumping yard waste in storm drains is more harmful than you think
• How the city plans utilities for major new developments
• What goes into maintaining a system that serves 50,000+ people
• How Winder crews train for and respond to major weather events
• What a “utilities rodeo” is (and why Winder brought home the trophy)
• How nearly 95% of your utility fees go directly back into operations and upgrades

If you’ve ever taken clean water, hot showers, or flushing toilets for granted, this episode will give you a new appreciation for the people and planning that make it all possible.

🎧 Tune in to discover the science, strategy, and service powering Winder’s future.

READ: City of Winder’s team wins overall championship at GMA Gas Rodeo (article):
https://www.cityofwinder.com/Home/Components/News/News/2262/474

Contact the City of Winder Utilities Department at: (770) 867-7978

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We break down complex topics like code enforcement, city planning, and mapping in a way anyone can understand (think building a town out of Legos!). Beth also addresses some common misconceptions about the planning department, explains how residents can get involved in shaping Winder’s future, and talks about the city's challenges and opportunities as it experiences rapid growth.

Whether you’re a longtime resident curious about how development decisions are made or just interested in learning more about how cities grow and thrive, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at the important work happening every day to keep Winder vibrant, safe, and sustainable.

Visit cityofwinder.com/government/planning-department for more information, FAQs, and contact details.

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