Town Talk

Amy Durbin, Dave Muraca and Meghan Budinger preview 4th of July at Ferry Farm in Stafford.  Celebrate Independence, by George!  10-4. $5.00 per car for combined parking and event admission pass.

Stephanie Ball and Jason Tickle of Habitat for Humanity of Caroline County with an update on the building of five homes in the county. Plus, details on a young professionals group, The American Dream Fund, and the benefits of volunteering.

Daniel Turczan and Ann Kloeckner with Legal Aid Works discuss their involvement in a class-action lawsuit against the Virginia Employment Commission.  The federal case resulted because of VEC delays in providing unemployment benefits during the pandemic.

Stafford School Superintendent Dr. Scott Kizner talks about his own health, preparing for a more normal school year, and the need to plan for growth.

The Marvelous Wonderettes thru July 11.  Carson, Brittany, Sarah, Elizabeth and Sheri--along with Patrick Ahearn.

Info on the Empowerhouse fundraiser for a new HVAC system,  Maltese Brewing is holding a Sunday event for Empowerhouse, and the Latina Support Services Coordinator.    Guests: Ray Parrish, Jackie Oliveira and Kathy Harrigan.

Fredericksburg Parks, Recreation and Events Director Jane Shelhorse talks about her upcoming retirement and her time in the city.   Joined at the end by Sonja Cantu, Kim Herbert and Brenda Martin.

Hiker Meegana Henry and April Peterson with River Rock Outfitter talk about how to prepare for a hike and options locally and in the region.   Meegana is getting ready to hike the Pacific Crest Trail.  

Fredericksburg Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (FAMPO) Administrator and Transportation Planning Director Ian Ollis talks about a survey to identify shortcomings and suggest transportation improvements.  The deadline is June 25th.   fampo.gwreg

Stafford Juneteenth Celebration coordinator Pam Yeung talks about the event--it's open to everyone.  Saturday beginning at noon at Pratt Park. Closes with fireworks. In between,  a day of celebration, fun, food, entertainment and history.

Bruce Davis-Special Assistant to the President and head of the Germanna Foundation and Dr. Shashuna Gray-V.P. for Academic Affairs and Workforce Development.

Germanna's Coordinator of Dual Enrollment Lawana Burnett and students Sora Glover and Ashanti Freeman talk about where underserved high school students in the City and Spotsylvania complete an associate degree at Germanna along with a high school diploma

Kelly Ashley and Karen Brace talk about the work of animal rehabilitators in the region.   There's a need for more--how you can get involved.    awesomepossumz.com

Mary Chamberlin and Erin Perkins with the Rappahannock Area Health District with an update on the coronavirus and the availability and of the vaccine and testing.   Vaccine myths and going forward.  

Mike Zitz, Fred Jerman and Dennis Rapkins with an update on the start of the Sunshine Baseball League season on July 10.  Registration deadline is this Saturday--the 12th.  Talk about the impact of Sunshine Baseball. It's more than just baseball fundam