39 episodes

Each month, the Town’s Communications Division will produce a podcast and a highlight video focusing on a different area of Town services. Our hope is that this series will help you better understand the programs and services funded by your hard-earned, taxpayer dollars. We want you to feel proud of this place you call home.

This is Oro Valley Town of Oro Valley Communications Division

    • Government
    • 4.7 • 6 Ratings

Each month, the Town’s Communications Division will produce a podcast and a highlight video focusing on a different area of Town services. Our hope is that this series will help you better understand the programs and services funded by your hard-earned, taxpayer dollars. We want you to feel proud of this place you call home.

    What's Happening in Parks: May 2024

    What's Happening in Parks: May 2024

    This month town Staff Lois and Nick meet to discuss some upcoming Parks and Recreation events including a senior trip to the zoo, our upcoming Battle of the Bands, some fun Star Wars Day activities and more!

    • 6 min
    Who let the dogs in? Pima Animal Care Center!

    Who let the dogs in? Pima Animal Care Center!

    This month we speak with Monica Dangler, Director and Katie Hutchinson, Outcomes Manager, of Pima Animal Care Center about the services they provide us and how we can best provide for our furry friends. Bonus, they brought in Poppa, a truly sweet Pitty Mix who spent the recording time napping underneath our podcast desk.

    For information about adopting a pet visit: https://www.pima.gov/2438/Adoption.

    For information about the services PACC provides, visit: https://www.pima.gov/2304/Animal-Services.

    To volunteer with PACC, visit: https://www.pima.gov/2795/Volunteer-with-PACC.

    To report an incident, call PACC's Animal Protection Services dispatch line at 520-724-5900. 

    • 17 min
    From Fireman to Law Enforcement, A look at Fred Roof - Oro Valley's First Police Chief.

    From Fireman to Law Enforcement, A look at Fred Roof - Oro Valley's First Police Chief.

    In this episode of our 50th Anniversary podcast series, OV’s first police chief Fred Roof talks to us about the challenges of policing a fledgling community.
    To see the images referenced in this podcast, visit: https://www.orovalleyaz.gov/Community/OV-50/50th-Features-Archive/Oro-Valleys-First-Police-Chief-Fred-Roof?transfer=d803719b-03fd-4ceb-b66a-235177da5f2e

    • 8 min
    What's Happening in Parks and Recreation: March 2024

    What's Happening in Parks and Recreation: March 2024

    March is full of fun festivities, including our Easter Eggstravaganza, Bike Swap Sell event, and more, so be sure to tune into this episode of 'What's Happening in Parks and Recreation to be in the know and plan fun for you and your family. 

    • 9 min
    Find a friend, or that special someone, at Senior Single Mingle!

    Find a friend, or that special someone, at Senior Single Mingle!

    This week Digital Content Specialist Nick Going visits Steam Pump Ranch to attend the Senior Single Mingle. Will he find love, or meet some interesting residents? Tune in to find out.

    If you're interested in attending the Senior Single Mingle, register here: https://secure.rec1.com/AZ/oro-valley-az/catalog

    • 9 min
    Way Way Back - Signs of the Hohokam Right here in Oro Valley

    Way Way Back - Signs of the Hohokam Right here in Oro Valley

    Dive into the ancient history of the area we live in.  Learn about the Hohokam tribe and the traces of their civilization scattered throughout the town.

    To view images referenced in the episode, visit: https://www.orovalleyaz.gov/Community/OV-50/50th-Features-Archive/Way-Way-Back-Signs-of-the-Hohokam-Right-here-in-Oro-Valley?transfer=8be4c7cc-8621-4a4c-98fa-36a4f5baeeec

    • 7 min

Customer Reviews

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6 Ratings

6 Ratings

JD h gush ,

Such a gem

I just found this podcast, am binging all the episodes, and learning so much about our community!

npbird ,

Oro Valley!

Just listened to the first OV podcast. I enjoyed it a lot and learned a lot. Just wish it was more than once a month.
Thank you for this, it is going to make OV even better

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