Inside West Palm Beach

People agree an important measure of a city's maturity is it's focus on Public Safety. After all, looking after the well being of residents is at the core of any community. Today, we're looking at West Palm Beach's Fire Department with Chief Diana Matty. We'll learn what makes this team of professionals so strong and learn some surprising facts about them along the way.

Art can be a glue that brings a community together. Today, we're going to meet an artist whose striking work and unusual technique create images that give thoughtful perspective and create discourse throughout the community. You'll meet artist Harold Claudio, an artist whose stunning portraits have people talking.

What makes a community like ours truly healthy? What factors shape the physical health of our residents and is there more to being healthy than just the number of doctors and hospitals nearby? We'll talk to Quantum Foundation, a group that actively fights to improve the factors that impact health in our community, and learn how their efforts may eventually open the door to a better, healthier life for us all.

If you've lived in South Florida long enough, you've heard about a major film or TV show that was produced locally. These productions can involve many people and bring significant money to the local economy. How do these movie makers find their way to West Palm Beach, and who makes sure the balance between movie magic and local life is undisturbed? With Palm Beach County Film Commission's Michelle Hillery and AJ Jordat.

A fast-growing city like West Palm Beach faces many challenges. It's not easy to keep up with the demands of a diverse and expanding population. City government must be ready to change with short notice, and department leaders must be on their toes to keep their respective teams up to date.Today, we'll talk with a leader that knows all about dealing with change, and how his department is positioning itself for the future. We have a conversation with Chief Of Police Tony Araujo.

Everyone agrees that our City is at the center of a development boom that few other communities will ever experience. But what is less obvious is just how much planning and pre-planning goes into every project. How does a project go from conception to completion in West Palm Beach? Find out who makes sure a new building fits into our community, and how can residents become part of the planning process. With Ana Maria Aponte and Armando Fana.

Some say the character of city can be framed by the art they choose to display. West Palm is no exception, with a good deal of beautiful, world-class art sprinkled throughout the community. How does the art get there? How is it selected? And what art have you not yet discovered?

This year's July 4th celebration in West Palm Beach promises to be bigger and better than any that came before! Learn what is going to make this year so special and get tips to make the most of a spectacular holiday event. With Angela Poco.

West Palm Beach has great tropical beauty. That's the reason why many of us call this home. But beauty is very fragile. Careless hands can cover the landscape with trash and refuse ... and someone has to pick it up. Today we're going to learn about a local team that works to keep West Palm Beach Beautiful. And YOU can be a part.

South Floridians know the drill: Hurricane season is around the corner and it's time to prepare. Some folks take it to heart while some don't. But there's no ignoring the fact: being prepared makes dealing with a storm easier and less stressful. It also improves the chances you'll get through will minimal impact to your home and family. Today, we're going to talk about what you really need to be ready should a storm come our way.

We're all fans for something, whether it is our favorite book, movie or TB show. Today, we'll be talking about a West Palm event that celebrates FANS of just about anything. If you're any sort of fan, you're going to be a fan for Fanfest 2026!

Clematis Street has been the center of West Palm's social and economic life for over a hundred years. Today, Take a walk back in time to view actual snapshots of life on Clematis, from it's earliest days to what it has become today. With Kalani Rasouli.

How is West Palm Beach marketed to the world? Who attracts the thousands of visitors who come to the city every year and who develops the successful strategies that have made Palm Beach County a world-class destination for fun and relaxation? Meet the team who keep the visitors coming, in spite of an ever-changing global landscape. With Milton Segarra President and CEO of Discover The Palm Beaches.

Did you know trimming your landscape now can lessen your risk of storm damage during hurricane season? The City wants you to prep your home's landscaping during Vegetation Amnesty Days! We'll show you how residents can take advantage of this free haul-away program, going on now through May 8, 2026! With Calvin Williams.

Not every City has it's own portal to the past. It is a place where nature has been undisturbed and the landscape looks just like it did hundreds, perhaps thousands of years ago. Grassy Waters Preserve is such a portal, and we're going to learn all it has to offer visitors AND the vital role it plays for the health of West Palm Beach! With guest Mary Crider.

There's no denying that West Palm Beach is a city on the move. But with every new development comes concerns about traffic and congestion. How does a city on the move keep moving when getting around becomes a real challenge? West Palm Beach is hard at work developing Transportation and Mobility plans that will hopefully keep things moving for decades to come. We'll discuss with City Parking and Mobility Administrator Jessica Keller.

West Palm Beach has grown and changed so much that part of the community is in danger of disappearing. Today, we'll talk to someone keenly aware of our City's past, and how preserving it is key to our community's future. With Dr. Alisha Winn.

Here are some of the decisions made during the West Palm Beach City Commission Meeting, held Tuesday, May 27, 2025.

Here is a listing of approvals and decisions made during the West Palm Beach City Commission meeting, held Monday, May 12, 2025.

A run down of road and boat dock closures connected to the Palm Beach International Boat Show, happening March 19-23, 2025 in West Palm Beach, Florida.

A roundup of a few of the scheduled road and boat dock closures in West Palm Beach, including important changes to road access for the WPB GreenMarket.

A roundup of a few of the scheduled road and boat dock closures in West Palm Beach, including important changes to road access for the WPB GreenMarket.

Here is a listing of approvals and decisions made during the West Palm Beach City Commission meeting, held Monday, February 3, 2025.

An audio only version of Mayor Keith A. James’ address as delivered during the State of the City Breakfast, January 30th, 2025. A video version is available on The City of West Palm Beach YouTube channel.

Here is a listing of approvals and decisions made during the West Palm Beach City Commission meeting, held Tuesday, January 21, 2025.

A roundup of a few of the scheduled road and boat dock closures in West Palm Beach, including important changes to road access for the WPB GreenMarket.

A roundup of a few of the scheduled road and boat dock closures in West Palm Beach, including important changes to road access for the WPB GreenMarket.

Here is a list of approvals and decisions made by the West Palm Beach, Florida City Commission during their meeting on Monday, January 6, 2025.

Here is a listing of approvals and decisions made during the West Palm Beach City Commission Meeting held Monday, November 25, 2024.

Here is a listing of approvals and decisions made during the West Palm Beach City Commission Meeting, held Tuesday, November 12, 2024.

West Palm Beach has gone through an amazing transformation over the past 50 years, and today on the podcast we talk to a man who was here and saw it all! Greg Mihalko started working for the City of West Palm Beach in 1974 and has watched the town and residents change and grow. As Greg retires, we take a moment to look back over a his half-century long career and hear his message all about what the past 50 years has taught him. With host Gerry Marcelo.

Here is a summary of approvals and decisions made during the West Palm Beach City Commission Meeting held Tuesday, October 15, 2024.

Here is a summary of the approvals and decisions made during the City Commission Meeting held Monday, September 30, 2024

Here is a listing of approvals and decisions made by the City Commission meeting on Tuesday, September 3, 2024.

A listing of approvals and decisions made during the West Palm Beach City Commission Meeting, held Monday, August 19, 2024 at City Hall, West Palm Beach, Florida.

Here is a summary of approvals and decisions made by the West Palm Beach City Commission when they met Monday, July 22nd, 2024. Host is Gerry Marcelo.

Here is a summary of approvals and decisions made during the City Commission Meeting on Monday, July 8, 2024.

Here is a summary of the approvals and decisions made during the June 24, 2024 City Commission Meeting held in Commission Chambers, City Hall, West Palm Beach.

Learn how to get the most out of South Florida’s largest FREE outdoor Independence Day Celebration!

Here is a summary of the approvals and decisions made during the June 10, 2024 City Commission Meeting held in Commission Chambers, City Hall, West Palm Beach.

Should you stay at home or head for shelter when a hurricane threatens? That decision is a very important part of hurricane planning. We’ll go over the checklist and go over the pros and cons of each.

Get your lawn ready for hurricane season with important tips from City experts! Find our more about Vegetation Amnesty Days program in West Palm Beach.

We explore the many myths and misconceptions that have sprung up around the issue of homelessness. With Allie Severino, City of West Palm Beach Social Services Supervisor.

What can be done to truly help those who face homelessness? In the second part of a three part series, we look at what can be done to offer long-term help to those in need.

Explore the challenges cities like West Palm Beach face when trying to help those who are homeless.

Learn how The City of West Palm Beach is helping residents cut back on greenhouse gas production.

Learn how City programs can help residents preserve and protect the natural treasure of tropical trees! With Nicole Pollio, Sustainability Program Coordinator.

Learn the 5 top tips to enjoying the award-winning West Palm Beach GreenMarket! With Mary Pinak and Angela Poco.

Learn more about Code Enforcement, a tough job that helps city neighborhoods stay beautiful, safe and strong.

The #1 enemy of your household drain system is common cooking oils and grease. The City wants to help you keep your drains unclogged. Learn how to keep fats, oils and grease out of your home’s all-important sewer system!