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By Colin Killian, Public Communications Director

In this week’s episode of “What’s Up, College Station?,” Police Department Public Information Officer David Simmons discusses crucial summer safety strategies, the proper use of 911 versus the non-emergency dispatch line, and highlights the “Lock, Take, Hide” protocol to prevent vehicle burglaries and package theft.

Officer Simmons also addresses key seasonal concerns, including strict parental supervision at local pools, staying hydrated during extreme heat, and establishing healthy boundaries for teenagers on summer break. He urges residents to report suspicious behavior directly to law enforcement rather than relying on neighborhood social media groups.

The “What’s Up, College Station?” podcast is available each week on Podbean, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Apple, and Amazon/Audible. Please subscribe, rate, and recommend! If you have a suggestion for a future topic or interview, email ckillian@cstx.gov. 

About the Blogger

Colin Killian has been with the City of College Station since 2010 after serving 23 years as the associate media relations director for the Texas A&M Athletics Department. He has also worked as a reporter and editor for the Corpus Christi Caller-Times and Lewisville News. A native of Hobbs, N.M., Killian graduated from Texas Tech with a bachelor’s degree in journalism/political science.

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