Kathy Anderson talks about their work to help victims of domestic violence. She also talks about a budget need. Empowerhouse has a $200,000 budget need. empowerhouseva.orgPor NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Kathryn Willis and Jenna Edwards preview Pizza Palooza on the 21st at Riverfront Park and talk about the Fredericksburg Este Association. We also talk about Lafayette anniversary events this fall. fred-este.orgPor NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Dave Muraca, Allison Ellis and Ann Waters preview fall programs at Ferry Farm in Stafford and Kenmore in Fredericksburg. There's a Community Block Party on the 28th, a program on gingerbread, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Day and Dog Days at Ferry Farm. (and much more!) kenmore.orgPor NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Alexis Innis says the national blood inventory is low. She says if everyone eligible to give blood gave once a year, there would be no blood shortage. There's also an increasing need for patients with Sickle Cell. redcrossblood.orgPor NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Curatorial Specialist Kylie Thomson and Vice-President of Programs and Interpretation Dr. Gaila Sims talk about protecting older pictures/items. We also talk about upcoming programs--Lunch and Learn, Dark History and Evening with an Expert. famva.orgPor NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Bill Harris (Liberty Town Arts Workshop), Gabe Pons (PonShop Studio Gallery), Pete Morelewicz (Print Jazz) preview Art Attack on September 21 in downtown Fredericksburg. Art Attack is a grassroots event that gets people out of the studio and into the streets. To sign up or for information: artattackproject.com…

Via Colori is at the Stafford Regional Airport Sept. 28-29. Previewing the event: Stafford Schools Acting Superintendent Chris Fulmer, event chair Cheri Maea, Sue Henderson with Discover Stafford and Nikki Jackson with Stafford Schools. Some of the funds raised for Via Colori will support Stafford Schools' Stafford in Action Week to help provide fo…

Sam Foltz and Wes Kinsey with an update on College Everywhere. Expanded offerings a new expanded timeline option. Program is unique in Virginia. No other community college offers a two-year degree in one year.Por NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

It's our local College GameDay! Curry Robert and Scott Mayausky talk college football with a focus on Virginia Tech and West Virginia U.Por NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Protecting technology while you travel...avoiding scams on your pc,...best paid and free antivirus and how pc speed has increased over the past 20 years--you know it has but you didn't know it has improved this much! techsintheburg.comPor NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Adult Services Coordinator Tracy McPeck and Youth Services Librarian, Teen Specialist at the Howell Branch, Sarah Smethurst, talk about the Trebuchet contest, the Teen Stop Motion video contest and the Friends of the Library book sale. librarypoint.orgPor NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Spotsylvania Sheriff's Office Deputy Margarida Figueroa and Baron Braswell preview the September 21st event at Courtland High School. braswellrun.comPor NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Athletic Director Patrick Catullo talks about Division III UMW. 19 NCAA varsity sports. He says Division III athletics is for student-athletes. All home games are free and open to the community. umweagles.com. #getdirtygowashPor NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Executive Director Mike Harvey describes plans for a Firearms Training Center. He talks about the need in the region and how individuals and businesses can get involved. Groundbreaking on September 12th, a luncheon to describe the the overall plan is September 26th. rrcja.orgPor NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Executive Director Elizabeth McNally talks about statistics. She talks about the benefits of having a Child Advocacy Center and plans to expand into Essex County. Child abuse signs and how to seek help. safeharborva.orgPor NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Megan Samples, Austin Pajcic and Sam Shoukas preview the 2nd annual housing summit on October 24th at the Fredericksburg Expo and Conference Center. Info at gwregion.orgPor NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

CEO and Producing Artistic Director Patrick A'Hearn talks about Murder on the Orient Express thru September 8th followed by Beautiful, the Carol King musical. We also talk about shows coming to Riverside next season. riversidedt.com for tickets.Por NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Habitat's Jason Tickle and Chip Boyles from the George Washington Regional Commission talk about affordable housing strategies for the region. Kerry Crowley with USDA Rural Development joins us for a segment to talk about home buying options. Habitat of Caroline is getting a new name too...(Central Rappahannock River Habitat for Humanity).…

Dr. Mitchell talks about his interest in becoming superintendent in Spotsylvania. We talk about listening sessions, his 90-Day Plan, visiting every school on the first day, and his plan for developing a budget and creating a working relationship with the Board of Supervisors.Por NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Archaeology at Ferry Farm in Stafford and a look at the what was found while digging this spring and summer. Dave Muraca, Mara Kaktins and Emma Schlauder.Por NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

125 years of commitment to the community. Director of Communications and Marketing Emily Thurston talks about MWHC growing with the community. We discuss the Graduate Medical Education program, robotic-assisted surgery, cardiac and cancer services, women's and children's services.Por NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Dr. Gaila Sims, the Vice-President of Programs and Interpretation talks about her new title, programs at FAM, what goes into developing topics at the museum and an update on telling the slave auction block story downtown. famva.orgPor NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

April and Keith Peterson with River Rock Outfitter talk about the explosion of interest in the outdoors--and how the type of activities on the Rappahannock River may have to change if low water levels continue. Discussion on the Re-Boot program and how that is leading to more people getting involved in the outdoors.…

Cathy Walker and Lisa Durham with Rapp Arts and Culture talk about Porch Fest--August 17th from 11-5 in the 1300 and 1400 blocks of Franklin Street and two 900 blocks of Monument Avenue. 61 musicians involved. Family friendly.Por NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Preservationist Danae Peckler talks about saving history in the city and the work of HFFI. She talks about the important discussions taking place on the Comprehensive Plan, Small Area Plans and the Parks and Rec Master Plan. hffi.orgPor NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Dave the Computer Guy with Techs in the Burg talks about buying a surge protector, Mesh Wifi, what happened with the CrowdStrike cyber outage and post-Affordable Connectivity Program. techsintheburg.comPor NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Matt Kelly and Rick Pullen say Inform Fredericksburg is about calling for transparency in government. Among the issues discussed: Data Centers, Mary's Landing, schools, taxes and the train derailment. More info on the Inform Fredericksburg Facebook page.Por NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Von Young with the Fredericksburg SPCA talks about the return of Adventure Tails, the Safe Haven Fostering program, the Fur Ball in August and taking care of your pets in the heat.Por NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Sally Struthers is at the Riverside Center for the Performing Arts in Stafford with Love Letters thru August 4th. riversidedt.comPor NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Erin Creighton and Jody Lewandowski talk about the Summer Reading program--still time to get involved--the Seed Library--it's wildly popular--and Sensory Time. librarypoint.orgPor NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Allen and Allen's David Williams (right) and two of the 2024 Hometown Heroes from the Fredericksburg area--Anne Little of Tree Fredericksburg and Ted Schubel. (three others from the Fredericksburg area selected) allenandallen.com--Go to the community page.Por NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Antoinette Jenkins, Director of Rappahannock Work and Learn Collaborative-headquartered at UMW. The importance of internships--for both students and business. Info on the Virginia Talent + Opportunity Partnership (V-TOP) that can provide funding for paid internships. virginiatop.org Click Region 6Por NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Students with disabilities. Adam Blosser talks about understanding and navigating school. What to know about an IEP and getting ready for a new school year. blosseradvocacy@gmail.comPor NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Dr. Cheri Maea, Dr. John Stroffolino and Dr. Nanette Graham talk about the October opening in Stafford of the new $20 million Center of Educational Excellence at Center Street.Por NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Mike Zitz and Dennis Rapkins talk about the Sunshine Baseball League. A number of Afghan refugee kids are part of the league. It's been an exciting story but there are some challenges. We talk about it. sunshinebaseball.netPor NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

An in-depth conversation with artist Bill Harris about his work on the new Johnny Johnson mural on Sophia Street. The mural is dedicated this Saturday at 10. We also preview Art Attack on September 21.Por NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Executive Director Sue Henderson talks about what's available at discoverstafford.org Or things you can see like the Langley Experience at the Stafford Regional Airport. Or, plans for the near future like the Civil Rights History Trail.Por NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Peggi Howell and Linda Clevenger talk about what you need to consider when downsizing and decluttering. And what about the real estate market and some of the new rules? downsizingva.comPor NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Alexis Innis talks about the slow down in giving blood in the summer. 62% of the population is eligible to give..but only 3% give. She says if everyone eligible gave once a year there wouldn't be shortages. redcrossblood.org.Por NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Anne Darron and Chuck Fennell talk about a capital campaign to raise 1.6 million dollars for upgrades around the Mary Washington monument and caretaker's house. We preview 4th of July and the reading of the Declaration of Independence. washingtonheritagemuseums.orgPor NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Micah's Meghann Cotter talks about plans for the Jeremiah Community--smaller homes, but not tiny homes. A public hearing is scheduled July 10th with the Fredericksburg Planning Commission. micahfredericksburg.orgPor NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Executive Director Wayne Murphy talks about the free ramps SAWs provides. He walks us thru the process and talks about the freedom a ramp provides. SAWs needs volunteers and donors. sawsramps.orgPor NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Dave the Computer Guy talks about keeping tech safe during summertime, surge protectors, vpn and secure passwords. techsintheburg.comPor NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Downtown Fredericksburg Branch Manager Craig Graziano and Salem Church Assistant Branch Manger/Youth Services Department Head Annie Brulatour talk about the benefits of summer reading and Grow A Reader. We also talk about lunch at the library and Idea Space. librarypoint.orgPor NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Jim Hall talks about his book: "Condemned for Love in Old Virginia--The Lynching of Arthur Jordan." jim-hall-author.comPor NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Randy Reif, Sarah Smith and Diane Baker talk about the 10-week, full-summer experience for students in the sciences at UMW. It's about research.Por NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Kristen Reed and Nick Vosburg (phone) talk about Prosper Mentoring. It's designed to help women reach a higher level of economic stability. It's a 12 month program. Info at rappahannockunitedway.org Deadline to apply is July 17.Por NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Karen Meadows and Lisa Berry talk about the training of service dogs for veterans. There's a big need in the area for people to become fosters. leashesofvalor.orgPor NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Dave Muraca, Allison Ellis and Ann Waters talk about the 4th at Ferry Farm. 10-4. Admission $1.00 kenmore.orgPor NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Stephanie Ball and Jason Tickle with Habitat of Caroline talk about the upcoming dedication of four homes--and then look ahead to what's next. Info. on the next home buyer presentations. habitatofcaroline.orgPor NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!