Special Olympics Virginia volunteer, coach, Area 11 Council committee member, Plunger and former intern Abby Farley talks about her commitment and how its changed her. We talk about coaching needs and volunteer needs with the "Young Athletes" group. State Basketball Championships this weekend in Henrico. specialolympicsva.org…

Michael Stebar and Elizabeth Johnson-Young talk about the six day slice of college coursework and campus life for high-schoolers July 13-19. Open to rising high school sophomores, juniors and seniors. Application deadline is March 21st. umw.edu/summer/sepBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

The Weather Channel's Richard Lewelling tells us why we likely won't see a big blizzard from this latest storm. And, he says, it's possible we've seen the last of winter storms this season. Snow long!By NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Anne Little--one of the founders of the Virginia Bluebird Society-- previews her Bluebird monitor training session on March 1 at the downtown library. She talks about building the correct nestbox, the need for monitors, and resources: virginiabluebirds.org, NAbluebirdsociety.org, sialis.orgBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Dave Muraca and Allison Ellis talk about Presidents' Day at George Washington's boyhood home: 10-3. Free parking on-site. $5 for adults. Kids 17 and under free. kenmore.orgBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Executive Director Elizabeth McNally and Board President Troy Skebo talk about the impact Safe Harbor has on the region. It's often referred to as a place and a process that gives a voice and healing to children victims of child abuse. safeharborva.orgBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Gran and Gracie are grandmother and granddaughter. They've written one book--with another being planned. We talk with Gran--Theresa Payne of Spotsylvania. There's a book signing February 16th from noon to 4 at R & R Antiques at 1001 Caroline Street, downtown Fredericksburg. Gran and Gracie's Amazing Adventures can be purchased on Amazon and Barnes …

President Janel Donohue talks about Prosper Taxes, Prosper Mentoring and Prosper Students. rappahannockunitedway.orgBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Dr. Daniel Carlson talks about programs available at Mary Washington Healthcare. We talk about A-fib, POTS, a good diet for heart health and exercise. practices.mwhc.comBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Providing all kinds of help to families and children with cancer or serious blood disorders. ASK has been well-known over the years in the Richmond area. ASK is now in the Fredericksburg area. Executive Director Amy Gotkin and Dr. Christina Wiedl with Children's National and the Children's National clinic at Mary Washington.…

Micah's Jill Clare and Meghann Cotter preview the Coldest Night of the Year fundraiser/walk on February 22nd. cnoy.com/fredericksburgBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Kurt Erickson says one bad decision can change your life--and others. #77 if you see someone you suspect is a drunk driver.By NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Dave Muraca (Vice President, Museum Content) and Allison Ellis (Director of Education) preview George Washington's birthday celebration on February 17th from 10-3. kenmore.orgBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Scott Hine (Union Home and Mortgage/Fredericksburg Area Builders Association Immediate Past President), Lauren Tate (Long and Foster Managing Broker/2025 FAAR President) and Kim McClellan (Fredericksburg Area Association of Builders) review 2024 market resale/new build, what 2025 will look like and the future of interest rates.…

Taylor Sutton with Tiger Fuel, Melanie Johnson and Von Young with the SPCA. Taylor talks about Tiger acquiring Anderson Propane and their continued support of the Fred SPCA. We talk about keeping animals warm in winter and talk about Winter-Wag-a-Thon and how you can participate. fredspca.orgBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

The Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce is holding the 4th annual Intern Expo on February 5th from 9-2 at the Fredericksburg Convention Center. Gabby Kang is a Colonial Forge High School senior and the Chair of the Student Voice Subcommittee of the Workforce NOW Committee. Sponsors for the Intern Expo include Rappahannock Electric Cooperati…

Fredericksburg City Councilman Will Mackintosh (At-Large) talks about Data Centers. We discuss a Technology Overlay District and the financial impact.By NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

The Fredericksburg Area Museum's Vice President of Programs and Interpretation is writing a book for LSU Press that will focus on some of the tough racial issues and stories debated in Fredericksburg.By NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Intern Ethan Sweeny, UMW Geography Professor Steve Hanna and Sue Henderson with Discover Stafford preview the opening of the Stafford African American Trail. 31 stories at 23 sites. You can explore history at home or by driving. discoverstafford.orgBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Director of Adult Services Tracy McPeck and Director of Collection and Customer Services Samantha Thomason talk about the Adult Winter Reading Challenge, expanding the Library of Things and LEGO Building Labs. librarypoint.orgBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Dean of Admissions and Associate Vice President Melissa Yakabouski and Director of First Year Admissions Sarah Lindberg talk about decisions facing students and parents. What should seniors be doing right now to prepare for their upcoming college careers, the UMW Summer Enrichment Program, FAFSA, and what type of classes high school students should…

Leashes of Valor Head Trainer Karen Meadows and foster families Lisa Palmer and Lisa Dunnivan talk about the fostering program. Leashes of Valor provides everything you need, including food, supplies, and veterinary care. You're helping train dogs for veterans. Spotsylvania-based Leashes of Valor provides highly-trained service dogs to post-9/11 ve…

Parent Shane Sears and Special Olympics Virginia President David Thomason preview the Virginia Beach Polar Plunge on February 7-8. Go For the Cold! We talk about fundraising tips, what to expect and the impact of Special Olympics on the athletes and their families. polarplunge.comBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Executive Director Dan Maher and Volunteer Coordinator Dominique Thomas talk about getting involved thru volunteering. The importance of giving your time and finances. fredfood.orgBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Heartbreak Hotel at the Riverside Center for the Performing Arts thru March 2nd. Joining Patrick Ahearn, (youngest to oldest)- Grayson, Luke and Elliot play different parts of the life of Elvis. riversidedt.comBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Great Lives Director Scott Harris previews the 2025 William B. Crawley Lecture Series. Most Tuesdays and Thursdays Jan. 21 thru March 20th at Dodd Auditorium. It's free.By NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Spotsylvania Board of Supervisors Chairman Chris Yakabouski (Battlefield) talks about transportation, changes at the Chancellor Convenience Center, the county and school budget and growth. He also announced he's running for re-election in the fall.By NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Northern Neck Tourism Coordinator Lisa Hull and Gordon Blaine Steffey with Stratford Hall preview upcoming programs and events. Have you listened to Stratford Mail--it's a historically-based podcast. stratfordhall.org nnk250.usBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Jill Clare and Meghann Cotter with Micah Ecumenical Ministries talks about the Coldest Night of the Year Walk in downtown Fredericksburg on February 22nd. Sign up to walk and donate to the work Micah does for the homeless at cnoy.com/fredericksburg.By NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Matt Kelly and Rick Pullen talk about Mary's Landing the data centers.By NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Megan Samples and Sam Shoukas with the Fredericksburg Regional Continuum of Care preview the Point in Time Count. It's a homeless census. Volunteers are needed. Details at fredericksburgcoc.orgBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Executive Director Kathy Anderson and potter Ana Brugos preview The Empty Bowl on February 2nd at the Elks Lodge on Tidewater Trail. It's a timed entry afternoon event. Details at empowerhouseva.orgBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Spotsylvania Schools Social Worker Michelle Patton Swisher and Michelle Trampe with the Central Virginia Justice Initiative preview a Human Trafficking Awareness Discussion at Courtland High School on January 29th. It's about protecting children and connecting with community partners.By NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

State Senator Tara Durant (27th District) previews the 2025 Virginia General Assembly. We talk about some of her bills--including one on protecting your privacy when in your car. We talk about eliminating the tax on tips and eliminating the car tax. Because of the Richmond water crisis, the Assembly begins Monday in Richmond.…

Xavier Richardson and Anne Little talk about the local work of the Fredericksburg NAACP and preview the sold-out MLK Prayer Breakfast on January 20th at the Fredericksburg Convention Center.By NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Alexis Innis talks about the growing need for blood. Only 3% of those eligible give. January is National Blood Donor Month. redcrossblood.orgBy NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

"You can't outrun a bad diet." Bobby Hebert talks about achieving vitality in 2025. We talk about food and exercise.By NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Executive Director Cait Woodward looks at needs in the coming years--opportunities to donate/volunteer. We also talk about their homeless prevention program.By NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

April and Keith Peterson talk about the upcoming move of River Rock Outfitter to two locations--January 10th to 708 Caroline Street and April 1st to Central Park.By NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Meghann Cotter talks about City Council's upcoming votes on the Jeremiah Community. We also talk about The Coldest Night of the Year walk on February 22nd...and end of the year financial giving.By NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Chris Bowers and Jason Haag talk about a matching gift up to $100,000 that expires at the end of the year. We discuss ways local businesses and the community can get involved with providing trained dogs with veterans.By NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Dr. Gaila Sims, Vice-President of Programs and Interpretation, talks about the importance of donors to the FAM. We talk about a book she's writing in 2025 and the exhibit she's working on that opens in the spring--and the timeline for the auction block memorial at the corner of William and Charles Streets.…

Dave the Computer Guy talks about avoiding fake websites, passkeys or passwords and passwords and password managers.By NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Rappahannock United Way President Janel Donohue talks about Prosper Mentoring and Prosper Tax Services. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++By NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

CEO and Producing Artistic Director Patrick A'Hearn looks back and ahead. Riverside is now a non-profit. What's that mean in 2025 and beyond. Also a look at the people at Riverside you may not know.By NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Executive Director Mike Hubbard talks about partnerships with Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division, area schools, businesses, etc. We also talk about the annual Innovation Challenges.By NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Mac Williams and Jason Tickle. The name is about to change to Central Rappahannock River Habitat for Humanity. Talk about no step entry, the need for volunteers and year-end giving.By NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

TaMara Banks, Claudia Becker, and Jennifer Falknor talk about mobility and transportation programs and the Senior Cafe.By NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Dr. Chris Vaughn along with Registered Nurses Melissa and Katelyn talk about the challenges over the holidays. To travel or not to travel. A Compromised immune system, no energy or appetite...By NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Stafford Deputy Fire Chief Ben Gouldman and Public Information Officer Katie Brady talk about holiday fire safety--Christmas trees, space heaters, cooking, making sure lights aren't getting too hot.By NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!