The newest episode of Shorter Topics brings together County Executive Chris Shorter and Christina Winn, Executive Director of Economic Development & Tourism, for a wide-ranging conversation about Prince William County’s future and its appeal today.

From the launch of the Make Your Mark Awards, celebrating businesses and organizations shaping our economy, to how the county is positioning itself as a competitive location for innovation, talent and investment, this episode shines a light on the opportunities driving growth in our community.

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The 2025 election cycle is coming, and this episode of Shorter Topics gives you the inside scoop. From early voting to getting a sneak peek at what's on the ballot, join County Executive Chris Shorter and Director of Elections Eric Olsen as they share what every voter needs to know to be ready. Check your voter information at pwcvotes.org or www.elections.virginia.gov.

In this special episode of Shorter Topics, County Executive Chris Shorter sits down with education leaders from Prince William County Public Schools, Northern Virginia Community College and George Mason University for a future-focused conversation on the county’s Strategic Plan Education Goal.

Joined by Dr. LaTanya D. McDade, Dr. Richmond Hill and David Burge, the discussion explores how these institutions are working in partnership with the county to expand access to high-quality education, support lifelong learning, and develop a skilled, competitive workforce.

Big changes are happening in how we plan for Prince William County’s growth. In this episode, Chris sits down with Planning Director Tanya Washington to talk affordable housing, zoning updates, community input and what it all means for our future.

County Executive Chris Shorter sits down with Chief Information Officer and Director of Information Technology, Rob Mancini, to talk about the launch of PWC 311, a new service platform that makes it easier than ever for residents to request services, report issues and get information. Watch how 311 is transforming how government works.

In the latest episode of Shorter Topics, County Executive Chris Shorter sits down with Kaye Wallace-Sharp, Strategic Plan Coordinator, to explore the County’s 2025–2028 Strategic Plan — the resident-driven road map that guides nearly every major decision Prince William County makes.

Kaye shares how the plan was developed through robust community input and explains how it’s used to shape department priorities, drive budget decisions, and deliver real, measurable outcomes in areas like public safety, mobility, economic resilience and more.

Catch the latest episode and see how planning turns into progress.

County Executive Chris Shorter chats with Parks & Rec Director Seth Hendler-Voss about spring and summer programs—from sports and camps to splash pads and trails. Catch the episode and get inspired to explore our parks!Shorter Topics will be released monthly and included in the Prince William County Community Newsletter, ensuring residents never miss an update on the county’s most impactful initiatives. Residents can watch Shorter Topics on the county’s YouTube channel, as well as on Comcast Channel 23 and Verizon Channel 37. The podcast version will be available for streaming on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, making it easy for residents to stay informed anytime, anywhere.

Prince William County Executive Chris Shorter sits down and has a conversation with Heather Baxter, Behavioral Health Program Manager for Community Services, offering a look at the impacts of the Prince William County Crisis Response System. Future episodes will continue to explore transformative initiatives that shape the county’s future.

Shorter Topics will be released monthly and included in the Prince William County Community Newsletter, ensuring residents never miss an update on the county’s most impactful initiatives.

Residents can watch Shorter Topics on the county’s YouTube channel, as well as on Comcast Channel 23 and Verizon Channel 37. The podcast version will be available for streaming on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, making it easy for residents to stay informed anytime, anywhere.