Town Talk
Summary: Heard every weekday morning from 8-9am on NewsTalk 1230, WFVA, host Ted Schubel talks with Fredericksburg, Virginia, area leaders about events and issues affecting the region.
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Podcasts:
Alexis Innis with an overview of the blood situation. Donors still needed: 65% of the population is eligible to give, 3% actually gives. Info on how to give or sponsor a blood drive at redcrossblood.org
Andie Ayers talks about Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month, the work of FGP and how each child and family tells a story and helps educate the region
Discussion on the state of historic preservation in the city, the high cost of living in Fredericksburg, and upcoming projects.
Kathy Anderson with information on a fire caused by lightning at the women's domestic violence shelter. She talks about the damage and how you can help. empowerhouseva.org Hotline number: 540-373-9373
Fredericksburg immigration lawyer Jennifer Cervantes talks about the work of Spero Worldwide. They're raising money to get over 800 people out of Afghanistan and to Brazil. To raise money there's a raffle for a Tesla. freedomraffle.org
Library Director Martha Hutzel talks with us about IdeaSpace, the 50 state library card display, Friends of the Library and the Library Speakers Consortium.
Ruby Brabo, Steve Weissman and Ryan McGill talk about the work of the Virginia Professional Firefighter Charitable Foundation and the Virginia Chapter of the Firefighter Cancer Support Network. Much is being done to educate and assist.
Robert Biedermann, Kathy Halenda and Patrick A'Hearn talk about "Guess Who's Coming to Dinner, " thru September 3. They're the Draytons.
Executive Director Patricia Wolfrey talks about the need for blood (redcrossblood.org), volunteer opportunities, preparing for hurricanes and safety tips.
Habitat for Humanity of Caroline County and the George Washington Regional Commission. Stephanie Ball, Chip Boyles and Jason Tickle. Updates on a 2 million dollar affordable housing grant.
Micah's Meghann Cotter with an update on the Jeremiah Project--looking for 10-15 acres. They're also working to provide healthcare and employment options to the homeless. micahfredericksburg.org
Dave the Computer Guy talks about keeping kids safe on the Internet, best antivirus, surge protectors battery backups and power strips.
Bill Harris and Gabe Pons preview Art Attack in downtown Fredericksburg on October 1. It's open to any art. Details at artattackproject.com
Update on Stafford Economic Development's work with small business. There are likely grants and opportunities to help your small business.
Kathleen Steininger talks about their Hands-Only CPR training and the use of an AED. gwynethsgift.org for volunteer opportunities or to find out about training options.
