Chris Bowers, Jason Haag and Maverick. Providing service dogs at no cost to military veterans. Opportunities to foster dogs, volunteer, donate. leashesofvalor.orgBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Tamara Quick and Adam Blosser on making a records request, dispute resolution and child find. Have questions? The Parent Resource Center, peatc.org or Blosser Education Advocacy on Facebook.By NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Erica Levin and Michael Bor talk about mobilizing the alumni from public high schools to make tax-deductible donations to their schools. The Fund For James Monroe has started. Talks are taking place with other Fredericksburg area school districts. The Richmond area is already involved along with Hampton Roads. tepf.org or JamesMonroe.tepf.org…

Yaffa Joseph, Rose Adame and Amy Swift talk about the many misconceptions about the work of Social Services. We talk about Adult Protective Services (APS)--the people they serve and how they can connect the community to resources.By NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

David and Lisa Durham talk about Lafayette in Fredericksburg--and the weekend events the 23rd and 24th. fxbg.com/lafayetteBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Riverside CEO and Producing Artistic Director Patrick A'Hearn previews the Christmas Spectacular--Home for the Holidays. (Nov. 20-Dec 29) Space is limited but Sunday night a Beatles Tribute band 1964 is at Riverside. riversidedt.comBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Director of Build Operations Mac Williams, Executive Director Jason Tickle (and by phone Kerry Crowley with USDA Rural Development) talk about ways affordable housing is happening. Habitat is building 20 homes this year in Caroline--many of them for Caroline teachers, police officers and firefighters. Discussion on the work Habitat of Caroline is d…

Anna Billingsley and Cait Woodward with Loisann's Hope House preview Trees of Hope at the Fredericksburg Country Club, November 20 and 21st. The trees can be viewed by anyone the 19th and 21st. You can still get a tree to decorate too. It's a fundraiser to assist the work Hope House does with homeless families. loisannshopehouse.org…

Spotsylvania Deputy Superintendent Kelly Guempel and Supervisor of Instruction Katie Simitoski talk about 4E and the 4E Education Expo at Chancellor High School on November 7th.By NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Vic Culp and FARC President Brian Pessolano talk about training for races, the Turkey Trot, two more Grand Prix races, the history of running in the area and the Great Train Race in 2025.By NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Dave Muraca and Allison Ellis preview holiday activities--the Gingerbread contest and Wee Christmas--Dollhouses and miniatures. kenmore.orgBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

FASCA President Rev. Herman Gladney (Senior Pastor Emmanuel AME Church), Beth Sinkler, Alexis Innis (American Red Cross Blood Services) and Clara Nsenkyire talk about the disease and helps available in the area. Also, the importance of giving blood. fascaonline.comBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Dave the Computer Guy with our annual tech Spooktacular! Monster vs. Hacker, scary hacker tales, scary movies without CGI and with CGI. techsintheburg.comBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Spotsylvania Deputy Margarita Figueroa previews the Veterans Day program in Spotsy on November 9th. Gwen Martinez talks about the program from the perspective of a military veteran. We also talk about teen violence.By NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Sam McKelvey and Dr. Gaila Sims preview the Black Arts Festival on November 2nd--at Riverfront Park and Market Square. Info on Fredericksburg History Archive, Rappahannock Recipe Roots, FAM Faire and the Living Legacies exhibit next year. famva.orgBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Meghann Cotter previews the All Saints Day Remembrance service on the 29th at 5pm at Methodist Green. Opportunities to help the Cold Weather Shelter, happy one year anniversary to Hesed House and an update on the Jeremiah Community. Next stop--City Council. micahfredericksburg.orgBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Katerina Vollten at Legal Aid Works, Joey Kirchgessner with Woerhle, Dahlberg, Yao, UMW Director of Jazz Studies Doug Gately, and UMW students Jacob and Mima. Jazz4Justice is November 2nd at 7:30 at Dodd Auditorium. Tickets at the door or legalaidworks.org/jazz4justiceBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Justice Services Director Susan Sigmon and Executive Director Kathy Anderson. This is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. empowerhouseva.orgBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Curry Roberts with the Fredericksburg Regional Alliance at the University of Mary Washington and Charlie Payne with Hirschler talk about the financial impact data centers will have on the region. Also a discussion on water use.By NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Director of First Year Admissions, Sarah Lindberg and Dean of Admissions and Associate Vice-President, Melissa Yakabouski talk about key filing dates, tips when applying and UMW's Tuition Promise...among many things. umw.eduBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Danelle Rose, the Tourism Marketing and Communications Manager for the City of Fredericksburg and Chris Allen with Fredericksburg Main Street talk about the opening of the new Visitor Center on November 1st. Also a preview of several holiday events--including more lights downtown. fxbg.comBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Failsafe Re-entry Director Jim Clore and CEO Juanita Shanks talk about the difficulties encountered by returning citizens after jail or prison. We focus on the Courage to Change program. failsafe-era.orgBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Children's Theatre returns. This month it's Willy Wonka. Oscar (Wonka), Andrea Kahane and Colson (Charlie) discuss the show.By NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Keith Lebor and Cait Woodward preview Loisann's Day on October 20th at Maury Park on Kenmore Avenue in Fredericksburg. Meat from Olde Towne Butcher. Sliders made from downtown chefs. It's a family-friendly festival. Learn about what's going on at Loisann's Hope House. loisannshopehouse.orgBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Matt Kelly and Rick Pullen talk about data centers, moving the downtown Visitor's Center, Mary's Landing, Neighborhood Conservation Districts, affordable housing and local media coverage.By NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

New Executive Director Rebecca Purdy talks about her decision to pursue the position. Joy O'Toole previews the Rappahannock Writers' Conference on November 9th. librarypoint.org/writers-conferenceBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Lisa Dolan, Michelle Patton-Swisher and Rene' Daniels preview Rock Out, Knock Out Homelessness. It's October 18-19 at the Southpoint Walmart in Spotsylvania. Donations collected for Treasure House.By NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Aimee Hardy previews the Josh Hardy Superhero Celebration on October 19th, 6-9pm at Strangeways Brewing on Lansdowne Road. It's free. Donations go to the Fairy Godmother Project. We talk about the impact Josh Hardy had during his ten years.By NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Dr. Eric Chang and Dr. Avinash Narayana talk about the use of robotic surgery with Mary Washington Healthcare. Both doctors say robotic surgery means quicker healing and less pain. MWHC has been using robots since 2008. There's a Robotic Surgery Expo at the Mary Washington Hospital atrium on November 1 from 9:30-2:30. robotics.mwhc.com…

Stafford Schools are among the fastest growing schools in the state. Jason Towery and Chris Fulmer talk about the building of High School 6, Elementary 18 and Elementary 19--and the need for more. Updates on future plans for Drew Middle School and Hartwood Elementary.By NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Erin Perkins and Megan Webb talk about flu shots, rabies, wells and septic systems.By NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Anne Darron, Chuck Fennell and Kelly Johnson talk about efforts to preserve the Mary Washington Monument. There's a matching gift opportunity through December 31st. Discussion on renovations to the Caretakers Lodge. washingtonheritagemuseums.orgBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

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Jason Tickle and Mac Williams talk about plans to build 20 homes in Ladysmith. Some changes are being implemented that could mean a change in how long it takes to build homes and may make some parts of the project easier for volunteers. habitatofcaroline.orgBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Anne Little and Karen Tavakoli talk about Saturday's Fredericksburg Native Plant Festival and the Free Tree Giveaway on the 20th. Info at treefredericksburg.orgBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Dave the Computer Guy with Techs in the Burg talks about the technology used to predict the hurricane and technology being used in the aftermath. techsintheburg.comBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Topics include an update the city's Comprehensive Plan. You don't have to live in 22401 to participate. fredericksburgva.gov/forward. We also talk about data centers, the new firehouse and the new visitor's center.By NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Janet Douberly and Christie Hoerneman preview the Down Home Ball on October 19th. Updates on plans for the Belman Road property and fall planting and gardening. downtowngreens.orgBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Library Director Martha Hutzel is retiring after nearly 40 years, 9 years as Library Director. Her last day is September 30th. librarypoint.orgBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Taryn Snyder and Jon Reynolds talk about productions in the 2024 season. Season tickets available. The Princeton Review recently ranked UMW is listed as a Best College Theatre, placing among the top 25 in the country. Many alums are working on Broadway. Do you know about UMW Theatre Road Trip? fredtix.com 654-1111.…

John Coker, Danelle Rose and Chris Allen preview October in the City. Businesses have signed up to create scarecrows and they'll compete in a number of categories. There's Treats in the Streets and a costume stroll. fxbgscarecrows.com Something new this year--on October 12th the Canal Quarter Walking Cat Tour.…

Jacquez Linder Long (Director), Matt Beary (Barry Mann) and Ashlee Waldbaur (Carol King) talk about Beautiful: The Carol King Musical at Riverside thru November 10.By NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Courtney Harris and Cathleen Pessolano preview FGP's Day of Giving on the 27th and Carter's Crusaders Golf Tournament on October 4th. It's Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month. fgpinfo.orgBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Stratford Hall President Karen Daley previews the weekend Wine and Oyster Festival 10-6 Saturday/11-4 on Sunday. We talk about Stratford Hall's history, the Great House, a great history podcast that they produce, and Stratford Hall's place in Colonial and American history. stratfordhall.orgBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

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.orgBy 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.orgBy 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.orgBy 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.orgBy 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.orgBy 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…