Miamisburg Parks & Recreation

Star City Stories

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Star City Stories is a community-focused podcast from the City of Miamisburg Parks & Recreation Department that takes listeners behind the scenes of the parks, programs, people, and projects that shape life in Miamisburg. Season 1 focuses on the development of the new community pool, offering transparent updates and in-depth conversations about the planning, design, construction, and operational decisions behind one of the City’s most significant recreation investments. Through candid discussions with staff and project partners, the podcast helps explain the “how” and “why” behind the work in...

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Episode 4: Beyond the Water: Building the Pool Experience 16.03.2026 43:56

In Episode 4 of Star City Stories , Darren Miller and Katie Quackenbush return to go beyond the pools themselves and explore the many details that will shape the guest experience at Miamisburg’s new aquatic facility. From admissions, concessions, bathhouses, shade, and seating to customer service spaces and staff planning, this episode highlights the intentional choices being made to create a faci...

Episode 3: More Than a Pool - Exploring the Features Taking Shape 16.02.2026 32:38

In Episode 3 of Star City Stories , we take a deep dive into the pool related features that will define Miamisburg’s new facility. Host Ryan is joined by Darren Miller, Operations Division Manager, and Katie Quackenbush, Aquatics Manager, to walk through the exciting elements being built right now—from competition-ready lap lanes to family-friendly water features designed for all ages and abilitie...

Episode 2 – Construction 101: Where We Are, What’s Next & Planning for 2026 30.01.2026 31:46

In Episode 2 of Star City Stories , Parks & Recreation Director Ryan Davis sits down with Operations Division Manager Darren Miller to take listeners inside the current phase of the community pool project. This episode focuses on where construction stands today, how timelines are shaped, and why planning for a 2026 opening must happen while construction is still underway. Recorded shortly afte...

Episode 1: Why Star City Stories Exists 20.01.2026 42:49

In the premiere episode of Star City Stories , we introduce the purpose behind the podcast and take a big-picture look at one of the most significant community investments in recent decades: the new community pool. This episode sets the stage for Season 1 by explaining why the pool project matters—not just as a facility, but as a long-term investment in quality of life, recreation, and community c...