Welcome to the latest episode of What Barrie’s Talking About from Barrie 360, your go-to podcast for the real local news that actually matters. This week, we’re checking out some fresh moves in Barrie’s transit, dog park etiquette drama, a charity ball tournament, and cool firefighter events. Electric Buses Are Rolling in Barrie Barrie is testing out not one, but two electric buses as part of a pilot program aiming to convert the whole transit fleet to zero emissions. Transit Fleet Manager Evan Chen caught up with Barrie 360’s Ian Maclennan to give us the lowdown on how these buses are performing during their test runs, what the city hopes to achieve, and what riders can expect. New Dog Park at Innisfil Beach Park—But Not Without Drama Innisfil Beach Park just got a major upgrade with a brand-new dog park—a sweet spot for pups to run free and play. Sounds perfect, right? Well, some dog owners aren’t exactly playing nice, stirring up some tension. We dive into the importance of dog park etiquette and how everyone can keep the space safe and fun for all furry friends. Dirt in the Skirt: Charity Ball Tournament Returns Mark your calendars for August 2nd—the second annual Dirt in the Skirt charity ball tournament is back, celebrating women’s softball and raising money for Hospice Simcoe. Inspired by the iconic movie A League of Their Own, this event blends fun, sports, and community spirit. Organizer Jenny Hastie and Hospice Executive Director Kelly Hubbard share why this tournament means so much to the community. Barrie Fire Service’s Hot Summer Nights & Fire Academy The Barrie Fire Service is turning up the heat with their Hot Summer Night hands-on event, plus offering Fire Academy classes for teens. It’s a behind-the-scenes look and hands-on experience for young folks curious about what it really takes to be a firefighter. If you know a teen who’s all about action and community service, this might be the perfect intro. That’s it for this week’s What Barrie’s Talking About. Big shoutout to Ian and Logan Miller for keeping the show smooth, and thanks to YOU for tuning in. 👉 Like what you hear? Subscribe, rate, and review us on your favourite podcast app. 📱 Follow us on Bluesky and X @Barrie360 🌐 Catch more stories and episodes at Barrie360.com 🎧 And check out our Daily Kickstart podcast for your morning boost. Catch you next week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices