Podcasts by The Rouss Review

Council & Coming Ups from 2022-04-11T21:00

A rundown of what you need to know for the Winchester City Council Meeting & Work Session on Tuesday, April 12 as well as announcements for important upcoming items.

City Works: Emergency Communications Center from 2022-04-11T21:00

Yesterday (4/10) kicked off National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. Learn more about our Emergency Communications Center and the Emergency Communications Specialists that keep this insane...

City Works (S4E5): Commissioner of the Revenue & Treasurer from 2022-03-21T21:14:13

They say only two things are certain in life - death and taxes. Well, our Commissioner of the Revenue Ann Burkholder and Treasurer Jeff Barbour are here to demystify Winchester's taxes and expla...

S4E5 - Council & Coming Ups from 2022-03-21T21:06:33

Your bi-weekly rundown of what's happening at the Council meeting and work session (3/21) and important announcements about upcoming events, services, and programs. 

WinTran from 2022-03-07T22:00

Dan and Amy chat with Transit Supervisor Kenneth Johnson who explains the City's public transportation system, WinTran. 

Be sure to check out Part 1 of the Rouss Review P...

Council & Coming Ups (3-8-2022 meeting & work session) from 2022-03-07T22:00

Get your bi-weekly dose of what's happening at the upcoming Winchester City Council meeting and work session, plus announcements and events you need to know about. 

S4E3.5 - City Works: The Comprehensive Plan from 2022-02-21T22:00

Get the skinny on the City of Winchester's Comprehensive Plan update with Planning Director Tim Youmans. 

Council & Coming Ups (2-21-22) from 2022-02-21T22:00

Dan and Amy discuss what's on the Council agenda for the 2/23/22 meeting and work session and give a rundown of what's Coming Up.

City Works: Being a Firefighter/EMT/Paramedic from 2022-02-07T22:05:07

Firefighter/Paramedic and world-renowned chili cook-off winner David Brinegar gives Dan and Amy a glimpse into what it means to be a Firefighter/Paramedic for the City of Winchester.

Council & Coming Ups (2-7-22) from 2022-02-07T22:00

Dan and Amy discuss what's on the Council agenda for the 2/8/22 meeting and work session and give a rundown of what's Coming Up. 

City Works: Police Department Recriutment from 2022-01-24T22:00

It's nothing like Police Academy. This fun interview features Officer Katlynn Slonaker of the Winchester Police Department and details the recruitment and hiring processes of the Winchester Poli...

Season 4 Premiere: Council & Coming Ups from 2022-01-24T22:00

It's the season 4 premiere of the Rouss Review Podcast! We're doing things a little different around here this season. Part 1 will feature all the current events and upcoming Council meeting inf...

Snow Removal (2022) from 2021-12-13T22:00

In this Season 3 finale episode, Public Works Director Justin Hall gives Dan and Amy a rundown of the City's leaf and snow removal processes.

Also in this episode:

-Council Preview...

Holiday Events in Old Town and at Parks from 2021-11-22T22:00

Dan is joined in the studio by Winchester's Main Street Program Manager Alex Flanigan, Parks Director Chris Konyar and the new Assistant Director of Parks, Jason Brown to talk about the fun holi...

WPD & Mental Health from 2021-11-08T22:00

Winchester Police Chief John Piper makes another visit to the studio, this time speaking on the toll that mental health-related calls are taking on the department and a need for more state and l...

Dr. Jason Van Heukelum from 2021-10-25T21:00

Dr. Jason Van Heukelum stops by the studio to update Dan & Amy on the current state of Winchester Public Schools as they adapt to post-COVID realities and gives an update on the now-open Shi...

City Engineer from 2021-10-11T21:00

City Engineer Kelly Henshaw joined Dan and Amy in the Cameron Street Studio to discuss current City projects and how the engineering department effects these projects.

As always, we've go...

Housing from 2021-09-27T21:00

Development Services Director Shawn Hershberger joined Dan and Amy in the studio to talk about housing needs and plans in Winchester.

Of course we've got your Council Preview (meeting &am...

Drone Program from 2021-09-13T21:00

Emergency Management Director Scott Kensinger joins Dan & Amy in the studio to discuss the City's drone program. Also in this episode:

• Council Preview (September 14 meeting)

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Tales from the Back of the Trash Truck from 2021-08-09T21:00

Refuse & Recycling Manager Mike Neese (AKA Michael Recycle) joins Dan & Amy in-studio to talk details about the city-wide launch of the trash cart program. Dan recaps his time on the bac...

Winchester Royals from 2021-07-26T21:00

Dan and Amy take the mic out to the ballgame for a discussion about one of Winchester's entertainment assets - the Winchester Royals baseball team. Are you loyal?

Also in this episode: Co...

Meet Chris Konyar from 2021-07-12T21:00

Meet Chris Konyar, the newest addition to the Winchester Parks & Recreation team! Chris brings years of experience to his new position as Director of WPRD.

As always, we've got your C...

Chief Piper from 2021-06-21T21:00

Winchester Police Chief John Piper joins Dan and Amy in the studio to catch up on important issues facing the city and department. We've also got your Council Preview (meeting & work session...

Codes from 2021-06-07T21:00

Winchester's Building Inspector David Parker pulls up a seat in the studio to chat with Dan & Amy about the importance of codes and the role of the City's Zoning & Inspections team.

Small Business Month from 2021-05-24T21:00

In honor of Small Business Month (May), Dan and Amy hit the road to visit three Winchester businesses - the iconic Bright Box Theater, the staple Bonnie Blue Southern Market & Bakery, and th...

Meet Chief Henschel from 2021-05-11T21:00

Meet the new Chief of the Winchester Fire & Rescue Department, Jon Henschel, who has served the WFRD for over 20 years. 

As always, we've got your Council Meeting preview (5/11 m...

Strategic Plan Update from 2021-04-26T21:42:25

Dan and Amy are joined by the consultant facilitating Winchester's Strategic Plan. Also in this episode:

- Council Preview (4/27 Meeting & Work Session)
- Announcements

Water Quality & Treatment Process from 2021-04-12T21:09:04

Dan & Amy are joined in-studio by Water Supply and Wastewater Treatment Division Manager Don Riggleman to discuss the water treatment process and newly released Water Quality Report. View th...

Old Town Winchester Walking Tour from 2021-03-22T21:00

In this Podcast: Arts & Vitality ManagerAlex Flanagan takes Dan and Amy on a tour of the Loudoun Street walking mall in Old Town Winchester, VA.

We've also got your Council Meeting (3...

Black History Month from 2021-02-22T22:00

Hosts Dan and Amy are joined in studio by local historian and NAACP Education Chair Tyson Gilpin to discuss Winchester's Black History. Then, Amy quizzes Dan to see how much he's learned about W...

Project Preview with Perry from 2021-02-08T22:00

It's been a while since we've had a Project Preview with Perry! On today's podcast, Public Services Director Perry Eisenach gives us a rundown of the current Valley Avenue improvements and Tevis...

Trash Cart Pilot Program from 2020-12-10T22:25:02

On this season 2 finale, Refuse and Recycling Manager Michael Neese joins host Barry Lee in the studio one last time to talk about the City's new Trash Cart Pilot Program. Plus, we give Barry a ...

We're Hiring! from 2020-10-29T21:00

Human Resources Director Paula Nofsinger joins Barry in the studio to talk about the multitude of available jobs at the City of Winchester.

Also in this episode:
• Council BLUF (...

Meet City Manager Dan Hoffman from 2020-10-16T15:02:02

Winchester's new City Manager Dan Hoffman paid a visit to the Rouss Review studio to introduce himself to the city.

Then, Tim Y the History Guy gives a short lesson on the manager-council...

Winchester 101 - City Manager from 2020-10-14T19:29:20

Tim Y the History Guy gives a brief history of independent cities and the council-manager form of government in Winchester. 

From October 15th's Rouss Review Podcast feat...

Water Quality (and meet Farrell Faucet!) from 2020-08-27T19:59:51

Barry caught up with the City's Water Treatment Plant Facility Manager Farrell Owens and City Engineer Kelly Henshaw to talk about the top quality of Winchester's water, plus how we can keep our...

Parks & Recreation COVID-19 Response from 2020-08-13T21:00

Hear from Lynn Miller, Director of Parks and Recreation, about how the pandemic has effected sports, wellness, and recreation programs as well as the department's response to COVID-19.

Al...

COVID 19 & Schools Update from 2020-08-04T14:04:28

Dr. Colin Greene, director of the Lord Fairfax Health District, joined host Barry Lee in the studio to give an update on where Winchester is in the fight against the Coronavirus and emphasizes t...

2020 Census from 2020-08-04T14:00:21

You have the power to decide how your community will be shaped for the next ten years - you only need to fill out the 2020 United States Census in order to harness that power! Census Partnership...

Winchester 101 - Civil Rights in Winchester from 2020-07-07T21:37:44

In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s birthday on January 15 and MLK Day on January 20, "Tim Y the History Guy" details the contributions of local Civil Rights leaders to the national Civil Righ...

Winchester 101 - Women's History from 2020-07-07T21:33:17

Tim Y the History Guy is joined by Communications Director Amy Simmons for a special edition of Winchester 101. Hear about important women throughout Winchester's 275-year history in honor of Wo...

Winchester 101 - Presidents Day from 2020-07-07T21:28:26

George Washington may have been the first, but he certainly wasn't the last. Do you know how many U.S. presidents have been in Winchester and which ones? Enjoy your Presidents Day holiday with a...

Winchester 101 - Annexation & Consolidation from 2020-07-07T21:19:09

Winchester, Virginia celebrated the 275th anniversary of its founding in 2019. During the first year of the Rouss Review, "Tim Y the History Guy" (Planning Director Tim Youmans by day) explained...

Winchester 101 - Boscawen Street from 2020-07-07T21:17:31

Winchester, Virginia celebrated the 275th anniversary of its founding in 2019. During the first year of the Rouss Review, "Tim Y the History Guy" (Planning Director Tim Youmans by day) explained...

Winchester 101 - Industry from 2020-07-07T21:16:35

Winchester, Virginia celebrated the 275th anniversary of its founding in 2019. During the first year of the Rouss Review, "Tim Y the History Guy" (Planning Director Tim Youmans by day) explained...

Winchester 101 - Handley Library from 2020-07-07T21:14:43

Winchester, Virginia celebrated the 275th anniversary of its founding in 2019. During the first year of the Rouss Review, "Tim Y the History Guy" (Planning Director Tim Youmans by day) explained...

Winchester 101 - Daniel Morgan from 2020-07-07T21:12:55

Winchester, Virginia celebrated the 275th anniversary of its founding in 2019. During the first year of the Rouss Review, "Tim Y the History Guy" (Planning Director Tim Youmans by day) explained...

Winchester 101 - Police & Infrastructure Week from 2020-07-07T21:11:05

Winchester, Virginia celebrated the 275th anniversary of its founding in 2019. During the first year of the Rouss Review, "Tim Y the History Guy" (Planning Director Tim Youmans by day) explained...

Winchester 101 - Apple Blossom from 2020-07-07T21:09:39

Winchester, Virginia celebrated the 275th anniversary of its founding in 2019. During the first year of the Rouss Review, "Tim Y the History Guy" (Planning Director Tim Youmans by day) explained...

Winchester 101 - Battle of Kernstown from 2020-07-07T21:07:44

Winchester, Virginia celebrated the 275th anniversary of its founding in 2019. During the first year of the Rouss Review, "Tim Y the History Guy" (Planning Director Tim Youmans by day) explained...

Winchester 101 - Happy Birthday Winchester from 2020-07-07T21:06:20

Winchester, Virginia celebrated the 275th anniversary of its founding in 2019. During the first year of the Rouss Review, "Tim Y the History Guy" (Planning Director Tim Youmans by day) explained...

Winchester 101 - Charles Rouss from 2020-07-07T21:04:48

Winchester, Virginia celebrated the 275th anniversary of its founding in 2019. During the first year of the Rouss Review, "Tim Y the History Guy" (Planning Director Tim Youmans by day) explained...

Winchester 101 - Spottswood Poles from 2020-07-07T21:02:41

Winchester, Virginia celebrated the 275th anniversary of its founding in 2019. During the first year of the Rouss Review, "Tim Y the History Guy" (Planning Director Tim Youmans by day) explained...

Winchester 101 - Lord Fairfax from 2020-07-07T20:59:44

Winchester, Virginia celebrated the 275th anniversary of its founding in 2019. During the first year of the Rouss Review, "Tim Y the History Guy" (Planning Director Tim Youmans by day) explained...

Winchester 101 - George Washington from 2020-07-07T20:56:48

Winchester, Virginia celebrated the 275th anniversary of its founding in 2019. During the first year of the Rouss Review, "Tim Y the History Guy" (Planning Director Tim Youmans by day) explained...

Winchester 101 - Street Names from 2020-07-07T20:33:42

"Tim Y the History Guy," otherwise known as Tim Youmans, is the Planning Director for the City of Winchester and a local history buff. In this episode, Tim explains the process for naming and re...

Meet Interim Chief Culp; Recruitment with Deputy Chief Orndorff from 2020-06-25T21:00

Host Barry Lee is back in the studio and 6 feet away from special guests Hadden Culp, the new Interim Chief of Winchester Fire & Rescue, and Deputy Chief J.D. Orndorff. In this episode, Inte...

Update from Chief Piper from 2020-06-11T21:00

Winchester Police Chief John Piper joined host Barry Lee to discuss the recent peaceful protests held in Winchester in the wake of George Floyd's death at the hands of a Minneapolis police offic...

Spotted Lanternfly Update and Arbor Day 2020 from 2020-05-01T11:45:29

Spring time is here - unfortunately, so are Spotted Lanternflies. Learn how to deal with this invasive, destructive insect with Jen Jenkins, City Arborist. Plus, host Barry Lee will give you you...

Child Abuse Prevention Month from 2020-04-16T17:48:48

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. Candace Veney of the Winchester Department of Social Services (DSS) Family Services Team talks with host Barry Lee about how DSS handles reports of child a...

Coronavirus Updates from 2020-04-16T17:25:24

Winchester Economic Development Director Shawn Hershberger sat socially distanced from host Barry Lee at the Rouss Review studio to discuss the steps that the Economic Development Authority is t...

Flood Management from 2020-04-16T17:20:48

Director of Emergency Management Scott Kensinger talks with host Barry Lee about the City's flood management protocols. Also in this episode:
• Winchester 101 - Women's History in Winch...

Recycling Options and Updates from 2020-02-27T22:00

In this episode, Public Services Director Perry Eisenach goes into detail about the options for the future of refuse and recycling in the City of Winchester. You'll also hear the Council BLUF fo...

Heart Month from 2020-02-25T18:49:46

Lt. Drew DeHaven of the Winchester Fire & Rescue Department chats with host Barry Lee about hands-only CPR - a life saving skill that anyone can learn. Also in this episode:

• Co...

State of the City with Eden Freeman from 2020-02-25T18:48:25

City Manager Eden Freeman joins host Barry Lee to deliver her final State of the City address as City Manager of Winchester. Also in this episode - Council BLUF (Jan 28 meeting), Now U Know, and...

City Snow Removal from 2020-02-25T18:47

Happy New Year from The Rouss Review! In our first episode of 2020, host Barry Lee chats with Public Works director Justin Hall about the City's snow removal process, snow plan activations, and ...