https://www.spreaker.com/show/best-little-townenNewsMedia Squatchhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/e8e4e887d39874241cb9d00ddeac9926.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/show/best-little-townWed, 02 Sep 2026 16:52:43 +0000Media SquatchMedia Squatchinfo@mediasquatch.comNews from the week from the Town of Bedford, Virginia! download the app at www.bestlittle.townfalse4be2a253-6522-5bb0-96f8-f68db10c3fdbepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-9-2-26--74813561https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74813561Wed, 02 Sep 2026 14:41:43 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of the Best Little Town podcast, Town Manager Bart Warner recaps Bedford's September 1st Town Council meeting. Key highlights include approval of a conditional use permit for an accessory dwelling unit on Longwood Avenue,...1301falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-8-19-26--74320136https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74320136Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:21:35 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of the Best Little Town Podcast, Bedford Town Manager Bart Warner recaps recent council activities, including updates on the Bedford Middle School yellow building's delayed hotel renovation and the Flora Apartments' successful opening....3497falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-8-5-26--73500944https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73500944Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:26:35 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of the *Best Little Town* podcast, Town Manager Bart Warner recaps the August 4th Town Council meeting. Key topics included a fiber optic outage affecting town departments, public opposition to speed limit and pavement marking changes...2078falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-7-22-26--73110187https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73110187Wed, 22 Jul 2026 15:53:02 +0000Media Squatch2470falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-6-17-26--72564362For the full details and context behind these updates, be sure to listen to the complete episode of Best Little Town.
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]]>1893falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-6-3-26--72324557https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72324557Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:10:04 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Best Little Town, Bedford Town Manager Bart Warner recaps the June 2nd Town Council meeting. Key highlights include the adoption of the FY2026-2027 budget and a BPOL tax increase for large retailers. Council discussions covered the...1624falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-5-20-26--72085163https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72085163Wed, 20 May 2026 15:22:53 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of the Best Little Town podcast, Town Manager Bart Warner recaps Bedford's May 19th council meeting. Key topics include a speed limit reaffirmation on Longwood Avenue, Memorial Day event announcements, and resident appearances...1914falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-5-06-26--71892509Best Little Town podcast, Town Manager Bart Warner recaps Bedford's May 5th Town Council meeting. Key highlights include preparations for the town's 250th anniversary parade on May 16th, approval of a tax exemption for the Bedford Community Christmas Station, passage of the Vacant Buildings Registry Ordinance, and several budget amendments covering police equipment and fuel dispensing systems. Community members shared updates on downtown beautification efforts ahead of the anniversary celebration.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71892509Wed, 06 May 2026 15:53:23 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of the Best Little Town podcast, Town Manager Bart Warner recaps Bedford's May 5th Town Council meeting. Key highlights include preparations for the town's 250th anniversary parade on May 16th, approval of a tax exemption for the...Best Little Town podcast, Town Manager Bart Warner recaps Bedford's May 5th Town Council meeting. Key highlights include preparations for the town's 250th anniversary parade on May 16th, approval of a tax exemption for the Bedford Community Christmas Station, passage of the Vacant Buildings Registry Ordinance, and several budget amendments covering police equipment and fuel dispensing systems. Community members shared updates on downtown beautification efforts ahead of the anniversary celebration.]]>2437falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-4-22-26--71562187https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71562187Wed, 22 Apr 2026 15:55:56 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode, Bedford Town Manager Bart Warner recaps the April 21, 2026 council meeting. Key highlights include a one-month deferral of the electric price adjustment to explore ways to hopefully ease residents costs, unanimous adoption of the...2671falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-4-8-26--71187251https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71187251Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:44:29 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of the Best Little Town podcast, Town Manager Bart Warner recaps the April 7th Town Council meeting. Key topics include Spring Cleanup Week, an upcoming electric utility town hall, and an art exhibit featuring Charles Schulz's work....2505falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-3-18-26--70719281]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70719281Wed, 18 Mar 2026 15:28:42 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of "The Best Little Town Podcast," Town Manager Bart Warner recaps Bedford’s March 17th Town Council meeting. Key topics include approval of a homestay permit, temporary closure of Macon Street due to safety concerns, and updates on...]]>2206falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-3-4-26--70445323https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70445323Wed, 04 Mar 2026 16:39:30 +0000Media Squatch3123falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-2-23-26--70229341https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70229341Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:58:57 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of the Best Little Town Podcast, Town Manager Bart Warner recaps Bedford’s February 17th Town Council meeting. Key topics include high electric bills due to severe weather, public comments on utility costs and economic development, and...1579falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-1-21-26--69537371https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69537371Wed, 21 Jan 2026 20:17:32 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of The Best Little Town Podcast, Town Manager Bart Warner shares a detailed recap of Bedford, Virginia’s recent council meeting. Highlights include resolutions on insurance and tax write-offs, approval of a grant for new fire...2839falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-12-10-25--68978207https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68978207Wed, 10 Dec 2025 16:23:50 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of The Best Little Town Podcast, Bedford Town Manager Bart Warner reviews the December 9th council meeting, noting the approval of an important rezoning ordinance aimed at supporting neighborhood housing, the acceptance of a...2448falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-11-19-25--68642347https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68642347Wed, 19 Nov 2025 16:49:52 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of The Best Little Town Podcast, Bedford Town Manager Bart Warner recaps the November 18, 2025 Town Council meeting. He highlights updates on upcoming holiday events, staff recognitions, and major budget amendments supporting storm...2764falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-10-29-25--68335941https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68335941Wed, 29 Oct 2025 15:34:54 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of The Best Little Town Podcast, Town Manager Bart Warner provides a recap of Bedford’s October 28, 2025, council meeting. Key topics include recognition of police department accomplishments, approval of a street closure for the...2962falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-10-15-25--68150759https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68150759Wed, 15 Oct 2025 15:33:20 +0000Media SquatchThis episode of The Best Little Town, Bart recaps the Town of Bedford Council meeting held on October 14, 2025. Host Bart Warner reviews council discussions focused on community events, infrastructure improvements, and public safety initiatives....2814falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-9-24-25--67878520https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67878520Wed, 24 Sep 2025 15:03:55 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of the Best Little Town Podcast, Bedford Town Manager Bart Warner reviews the September 23, 2025, council meeting. The discussion spotlights lively community debate surrounding a proposed town name change, which was ultimately voted...2132falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-9-10-25--67704359https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67704359Wed, 10 Sep 2025 16:03:40 +0000Media SquatchIn the September 10th, 2025 episode of The Best Little Town Podcast, Town Manager Bart Werner provides a recap of the Bedford Town Council meeting. Key discussion points include Bedford joining the Middle James River Regional Water Supply Plan,...2115falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-8-27-25--67531145
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]]>2272falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-8-13-25--67357044https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67357044Wed, 13 Aug 2025 15:14:23 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of The Best Little Town Podcast, Town Manager Bart Warner provides a recap of the August 12 Bedford Town Council meeting. Highlights include the retirement of longtime Building Official Gary McKeever and the appointment of Jeremy...2404falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-7-23-25--67087362https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67087362Wed, 23 Jul 2025 15:13:56 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of Best Little Town Podcast, Town Manager Bart Warner provides a recap of the July 22, 2025, Bedford Town Council meeting. Key topics include updates on council member attendance, a memorable opening prayer by Pastor Ross Gilfillan,...1617falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-7-09-25--66914844https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66914844Wed, 09 Jul 2025 15:12:26 +0000Media Squatch1977falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-6-11-25--66507955https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66507955Wed, 11 Jun 2025 14:44:46 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of the Best Little Town Podcast, Town Manager Bart Warner provides a recap of Bedford’s June 10th council meeting. Highlights include a potential increase in electric rates, recognition of upcoming holidays, and news about free local...1401falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-5-28-25--66314418https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66314418Wed, 28 May 2025 14:58:02 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of The Best Little Town Podcast, listeners are introduced to the podcast’s mission of keeping Bedford residents informed about local government affairs. Town Manager Bart Warner provides a recap of the Bedford Town Council meeting held...1444falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-5-14-25--66086078https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66086078Wed, 14 May 2025 15:03:21 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of the Best Little Town Podcast, the spotlight is on the Bedford Town Council meeting that took place on the 13th. Town Manager Bart Warner walks listeners through the key highlights, including a discussion about proposed updates to...2179falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-4-23-25--65681686https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65681686Wed, 23 Apr 2025 15:21:56 +0000Media SquatchOn this episode of The Best Little Town Podcast, Town Manager Bart Warner recaps the April 23 council meeting. He covers some key budget updates, including the decision to discontinue commercial solid waste services due to rising costs.Bart also walks...2872falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-4-9-25--65481505https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65481505Wed, 09 Apr 2025 15:11:58 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of the Best Little Town Podcast, Bart Warner, Bedford’s town manager, recaps the latest town council meeting. He covers the proposed budget for fiscal year 25–26, which remains balanced without any tax increases, and shares plans to...2982falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-3-26-25--65135993https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65135993Wed, 26 Mar 2025 15:25:00 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of The Best Little Town Podcast, Town Manager Bart Warner reviews recent local government activity in Bedford, Virginia. Key topics include a town council discussion on whether to waive a $65,300 fee related to a proposed hotel...3017falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-3-12-25--64839382https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64839382Wed, 12 Mar 2025 14:58:54 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of the Best Little Town Podcast, Town Manager Bart Warner gives a quick rundown of the latest Bedford Town Council meeting. He covers the approval of minutes, council member updates, and some key administrative decisions. Highlights...1269falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-2-26-25--64587360https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64587360Wed, 26 Feb 2025 16:06:14 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of the Best Little Town Podcast, town manager Bart Warner breaks down what went down at the February 25, 2025, town council meeting. He covers Bedford’s growing population, updates on local projects, and highlights from community...1339falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-1-15-25--63701536]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63701536Wed, 15 Jan 2025 16:13:26 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of the Best Little Town Podcast, Bart Warner, the town manager, recaps the January 14th town council meeting. Key topics include the election of new council members, updates on electric utility rates, responses to winter weather,...]]>1517falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-12-11-24--63268493https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63268493Wed, 11 Dec 2024 16:15:09 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of the Best Little Town Podcast, Bart Warner, Bedford’s town manager, gives a quick recap of the latest town council meeting. He covers updates on things like the McGee Street Bridge project, new treasurer’s office hours, and a...1872falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-11-13-24--62722634
Timestamps:

"Media Squatch": "00:05:06"
"YouTube": "00:05:06"
"Lowe's Hometown Hero Program": "00:06:35"
"Clam Diggers": "00:07:52"
"Rathalos": "00:29:18"
Events
"45th Annual Peaks of Otter Christmas Classic 5K Run": "00:02:32"
"Christmas Parade": "00:02:32"
"Lighting of the Christmas Tree": "00:02:32"
People Mentioned
"Rusty Mansell": "00:30:44"
"Steve Rush": "00:30:44"
Conclusion
"Reflections on community engagement and the joys of living in Bedford": "00:31:57"]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62722634Wed, 13 Nov 2024 16:34:30 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of the "Best Little Town Podcast," Bart Warner, Bedford's town manager, recaps the November 12th town council meeting. Key updates include the election of new council members Dwight Evans, Todd Foreman, DC Foster, and Jay Ippolito,...
Timestamps:

"Media Squatch": "00:05:06"
"YouTube": "00:05:06"
"Lowe's Hometown Hero Program": "00:06:35"
"Clam Diggers": "00:07:52"
"Rathalos": "00:29:18"
Events
"45th Annual Peaks of Otter Christmas Classic 5K Run": "00:02:32"
"Christmas Parade": "00:02:32"
"Lighting of the Christmas Tree": "00:02:32"
People Mentioned
"Rusty Mansell": "00:30:44"
"Steve Rush": "00:30:44"
Conclusion
"Reflections on community engagement and the joys of living in Bedford": "00:31:57"]]>1974falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/alert-speed-limit-change-10-24-24--62490482

To help residents and visitors adjust to these changes, the Bedford Police Department is offering a 30-day grace period starting immediately. During this period, officers will issue warnings rather than citations for minor speed violations in the affected areas. We encourage all drivers to use this time to become familiar with the new speed limits and to drive carefully.


Following the grace period, the new speed limits will be strictly enforced to ensure the safety of our community.


Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our roads safe.

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62490482Thu, 24 Oct 2024 16:23:22 +0000Media SquatchThe Town of Bedford would like to inform residents and motorists that new reduced speed limits have been implemented on Oakwood and Longwood streets as part of our ongoing efforts to improve safety for everyone in our community. To help residents...

To help residents and visitors adjust to these changes, the Bedford Police Department is offering a 30-day grace period starting immediately. During this period, officers will issue warnings rather than citations for minor speed violations in the affected areas. We encourage all drivers to use this time to become familiar with the new speed limits and to drive carefully.


Following the grace period, the new speed limits will be strictly enforced to ensure the safety of our community.


Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our roads safe.

]]>53falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-10-23-24--62475019https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62475019Wed, 23 Oct 2024 15:08:44 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of the Best Little Town Podcast, Bart Warner, the town manager of Bedford, recaps the recent town council meeting. Key topics include Halloween safety tips, upcoming holiday events, and significant council decisions on budget...1662falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-10-9-24--62300923https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62300923Wed, 09 Oct 2024 15:26:01 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of the Best Little Town Podcast, the host welcomes listeners and emphasizes the podcast's role in keeping Bedford residents informed. Town Manager Bart Warner discusses the ongoing annual fall cleanup week and brush pickup, the Liberty...2076falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-9-25-24--62103959https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62103959Wed, 25 Sep 2024 15:28:12 +0000Media SquatchIn this episode of the "Best Little Town Podcast," Bedford Town Manager Bart Warner recaps the town council meeting held on September 24, 2024. Key topics include Fall Cleanup Week, community events like Center Fest, and updates on public safety...1207falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-9-11-24--61338699https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61338699Wed, 11 Sep 2024 15:05:37 +0000Media Squatch870falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-8-28-24--61187500https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61187500Wed, 28 Aug 2024 15:35:56 +0000Media Squatch1438falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-8-14-24--61026679https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61026679Wed, 14 Aug 2024 14:59:58 +0000Media Squatch1235falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-7-24-24--60788987https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60788987Wed, 24 Jul 2024 14:53:03 +0000Media Squatch1892falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-7-11-24--60666593https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60666593Thu, 11 Jul 2024 19:21:39 +0000Media Squatch1034falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-6-12-24--60363381https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60363381Wed, 12 Jun 2024 15:27:18 +0000Media Squatch1442falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-5-29-24--60210309https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60210309Wed, 29 May 2024 15:07:14 +0000Media Squatch1252falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-5-15-24--60047048https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60047048Wed, 15 May 2024 15:09:39 +0000Media Squatch2034falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-4-24-24--59631771https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59631771Wed, 24 Apr 2024 14:30:52 +0000Media Squatch516falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-4-10-24--59394133https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59394133Wed, 10 Apr 2024 15:08:35 +0000Media Squatch711falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-3-28-24--59211399https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59211399Fri, 29 Mar 2024 19:16:57 +0000Media Squatch1168falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-3-13-24--59033105https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59033105Wed, 13 Mar 2024 15:20:45 +0000Media Squatch1617falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-2-28-24--58865332https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58865332Wed, 28 Feb 2024 15:50:49 +0000Media Squatch1059falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-2-15-24--58696336https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58696336Thu, 15 Feb 2024 15:32:32 +0000Media Squatch930falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-1-24-24--58433360https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58433360Wed, 24 Jan 2024 16:10:15 +0000Media Squatch1022falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-1-10-24--58253840https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58253840Wed, 10 Jan 2024 16:09:46 +0000Media Squatch2185falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-12-13-23--57997431https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57997431Wed, 13 Dec 2023 16:01:28 +0000Media Squatch1361falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-11-29-23--57849139https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57849139Wed, 29 Nov 2023 16:12:22 +0000Media Squatch1539falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blt-11-15-23--57649693https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57649693Wed, 15 Nov 2023 16:06:39 +0000Media Squatch2035falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/coming-soon-nov-14th--5323888779e9c007-6def-4ba5-877f-351179c44911Sun, 04 Sep 2022 02:19:05 +0000Media SquatchSubscribe today! download the app today.31falsetrailer