266 Express
by City of Sanger, Texas
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Behind the Scenes with a Denton County Commissioner
Behind the Scenes with a Denton County Commissioner
About this podcast
Welcome to the 266 Express, the City of Sanger's official podcast! Join the Sanger City Manager for conversations about the people, places, and stories that make Sanger feel like home. From local government insights to community stories and what's happening around town, tune in monthly to stay informed and connected to our growing hometown.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 44 episodes
- Behind the Scenes with a Denton County Commissioner · 33 min · Season 2026 Episode 7Ever wonder what a County Commissioner actually does? From everyday responsibilities to the decisions that shape our growing communities, there's more happening behind the scenes…
- Keeping The Lights On · 25 min · Season 2026 Episode 6If you've ever wondered why your lights stay on during a storm—or why they sometimes don't—this conversation will help the "last mile" of electricity finally make sense. Ronnie…
- Inside Lake Ray Roberts Marina And The Long Road Back · 22 min · Season 2026 Episode 5A tornado can level buildings on land, but when it tears through a marina, the damage doesn’t stack up neatly. It breaks apart, sinks, drifts, and turns recovery into a long…
- How Sanger Built Financial Strength For Growth · 1 h 0 min · Season 2026 Episode 4A town can grow fast and still feel like home, but only if the people leading it make the hard choices early. We’re joined by Mayor Thomas Muir as he marks the end of 16 years in…
- Storytelling Through Guitar · 1 h 10 min · Season 2026 Episode 3A lot of musicians chase the spotlight. Victor Gann chased the work and it took him further than he expected, from a small-town start in Sanger, Texas to composing for major…
- Brisket So Good Even Tokyo Took A Detour · 30 min · Season 2026 Episode 2A ranch closes, a dream lights, and a field trailer becomes a landmark. That’s the arc Leonard and Stephanie share as we unpack how Pepperbelly Barbecue grew from a hand-built…
- Santa’s Chief Elf Brings The Magic To Sanger · 14 minEver wonder how a child’s letter in a small Texas town finds its way to Santa’s hands? We invited Sugar Plum Mary—Santa’s senior correspondent elf—to pull back the curtain on the…
- Beyond the Rails: Sanger's Economic Vision · 54 minWhat makes a small town worth staying in for decades? According to John Payne, president of Sanger's Type B board, it's intentional planning that balances inevitable growth with…
- What Happens When We Stop Limiting Potential? · 43 minWhen doctors handed Marianne and Billy the news that their newborn son Blake had Down syndrome back in 1996, one medical text cruelly suggested an "expiration date" for his life…
- Inside Sanger ISD: Building the Future of Education · 36 minWhat does it take to transform a small-town school district into a destination for families and educators alike? Deputy Superintendent Jenny Flaw takes us behind the scenes of…
- Redefining the Small-Town Library: Laura Klinke's Vision for Sanger · 43 minLaura Klinke, Director of the Sanger Public Library, envisions her institution as "the living room of the community" – a vibrant gathering place where residents dance, watch…
- Farm to Table: Inside Sanger's Downtown Farmers Market · 30 minEver wondered what truly makes a farmers market the beating heart of a small town? In our conversation with Amber Whitworth-Spagner, Director of the Sanger Farmers Market, we…
- Business Connections Unleashed · 45 minDive into the vibrant world of local business with our latest podcast episode featuring Megan Moon, president of the Sanger Chamber of Commerce. We explore the significant role…
- Brewing Community Bonds: Todd and Vanessa Benson on Revitalizing Sanger with Uptown Rail Brewery and Innovative Ventures · 36 minEver wondered how a couple's online meeting could spark a small-town revolution? Join us as Todd and Vanessa Benson share their journey from a digital encounter 18 years ago to…
- Celebrating Community Spirit: Valerie Foster on the upcoming Education Foundation Gala · 33 minWondering how a community can come together to support local education while having a blast? We've got you covered with Executive Director Valerie Foster from the Sanger…
- North Pole Wonders: Mrs. Claus on Santa's Secrets, Elves' Origins, and Holiday Traditions · 21 minJoin us on a whimsical adventure to the North Pole with the enchanting Mrs. Claus as our special guest. You won't want to miss her sharing the delightful tale of meeting Santa in…
- Crafting Community Growth: Ramey Hammonds on Urban Planning, Strategic Projects, and Enhancing Sanger's Charm · 41 minJoin us for a captivating discussion with Ramey Hammonds, the dynamic Director of Development Services for the city, as we explore the bustling world of urban planning and…
