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Town Talk

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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LISTEN: Town Talk/ASK Childhood Cancer Foundation

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2025/08/18

Caitlin Glauser, Amy Godkin, and Victoria Levi talk about the impact of the ASK Childhood Cancer Foundation, which provides support to children and families facing pediatric cancer. ASK has expanded its programs across Virginia, including a significant increase in services available in Fredericksburg. ASK offers emotional, educational, and financial support to families during their cancer journey, making sure no child or parent faces it alone. Join ASK for a fundraising golf tournament this

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00:44:17

LISTEN: Town Talk/Central Rappahannock River Habitat...

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2025/08/15

Jason Tickle with Central Rappahannock River Habitat for Humanity says construction on nine new homes in Ladysmith is set to begin soon. We talk about their new strategic plan that includes projects across in Westmoreland, Essex, King and Queen, and Richmond counties. Tickle says you play a critical role in affordable housing as a volunteer and donor. For more information or to get involved, visit crrhfh.org.

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LISTEN: Town Talk/Central Rappahannock Heritage Center

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2025/08/14

Ensuring that stories from around the area are collected, protected and shared. The Central Rappahannock Heritage Center is a nonprofit dedicated to preserving local history. Roger Lawson, Billy Withers and Florence Barnick talk about the center’s work at 900 Barton Street in the gym of the old Maury School. The center, run entirely by volunteers, offers access to archival materials and supports local research efforts. crhcarchives.org

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LISTEN: Town Talk/Riverside Center for the...

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2025/08/13

The Sound of Music at Riverside August 20th thru October 26th. Riverside's Patrick A'Hearn joined by Tim Rogan (Captain Von Trapp) and Sarah Mae Anderson (Maria). riversidedt.com

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LISTEN: Town Talk/Washington Heritage Museums

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2025/08/12

Executive Director Anne Darron highlights expanded education programs for both students and teachers. New this year are Group Garden Tours, offering a fresh way to explore the historic Mary Washington House and Hugh Mercer Apothecary gardens. Darron also provides updates on recent graffiti at the Mary Washington Monument, previews the Bourbon and Boxwood fundraiser coming in October, and invites individuals and groups to get involved through volunteer opportunities.

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LISTEN: Town Talk/Historic Fredericksburg Foundation...

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2025/08/11

Mayo Carter and Danae Peckler preview Victory and Valor: World War II 80th Anniversary, a two-day commemorative event celebrating the legacy of the Greatest Generation. On Friday night, guests can step back in time at a lively USO Dance held at the historic former USO Club—now the Dorothy Hart Community Center on Canal Street—with period music, dancing, and vintage attire encouraged. Saturday’s events include a community blood drive and an open house featuring exhibits and stories from the World War

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LISTEN: Town Talk/PorchFest

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2025/08/08

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LISTEN: Town Talk/Inform Fredericksburg

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2025/08/07

Inform Fredericksburg advocates for transparency in city government. Matt Kelly and Rick Pullen discuss the professional development travel expenditures of School Board members Jarvis Bailey and Malvina Kay--questioning value to taxpayers. Also a discussion on endorsed city council elections.

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LISTEN: Town Talk/Fredericksburg Area Museum

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2025/08/06

President and CEO Sam McKelvey and Curator of Collections Kylie Thomson preview upcoming events including At Home Archivists and Escape the Museum. We talk about donating items and the FXBG History Archive--fxbghistoryarchive.org The museum is free and open to the public seven days a week this summer, offering fun and educational programs for all ages. Did you know you can also become a museum member and support local history? Membership offers special perks while helping the museum grow its

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LISTEN: Town Talk/Central Virginia Battlefields Trust

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2025/08/05

Terry Rensel and Tim Talbott of the Central Virginia Battlefields Trust highlight the recent purchase of a crucial seven-acre tract along Brock Road and preview their annual fall conference, happening September 12–14. cvbt.org

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LISTEN: FailSafe-Era

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2025/08/04

Sgt. Steven Curtis of the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office and Juanita Shanks of FailSafe-ERA preview Sounding the Alarm, a special event happening this Saturday from 11 AM to 2 PM at Hope Aglow Empowerment Church in Olde Greenwich. This event is part of an ongoing effort to support that community. Sgt. Curtis says what the area needs most are people willing to give their time and businesses ready to invest in playgrounds and recreation centers to create safer, more supportive environments for

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00:45:29

LISTEN: Town Talk/Dave the Computer Guy

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2025/07/25

Dave the Computer Guy with Techs in the Burg on Lafayette Blvd. shares tips for fixing your Wi-Fi, getting ready for the end of Windows 10 (October 14th), and knowing when a VPN helps.

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LISTEN: Town Talk/Central Rappahannock Regional Library

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2025/07/24

Collection Development and Discovery Manager-Youth Specialist- Joe Prince and Fredericksburg Assistant Branch Manager and Adult Services Department Head Erin Creighton. Ever wondered how the library picks its books? Summer reading is winding down. Spotsylvania branches will soon have extended hours. The Library of Things continues to grow. librarypoint.org

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LISTEN: Town Talk/American Canoe Association

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2025/07/23

Kelsey Bracewell, Director of Education, Insurance, and Membership at the American Canoe Association (ACA), with insights on Smart Start for Safe Paddling, a safety-focused resource she helped compile. The booklet is designed to introduce paddlers of all levels to essential safety practices. It’s part of a broader educational toolkit that also includes a student workbook and a facilitator's guide. She says it's a valuable resource for instructors, schools, camps, and clubs. The material is

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LISTEN: Town Talk/Rappahannock Area CASA

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2025/07/22

Edie Evans with Rappahannock Area CASA—Court Appointed Special Advocates—tells how they support vulnerable children across the region. CASA volunteers work with children in the court system to ensure their voices are heard and their best interests represented. The next volunteer training begins August 25. The deadline to sign up is August 11. More information at rappahannockcasa.com. Vic Culp talks about The Downtown Mile on September 6—a one-mile race in downtown Fredericksburg. The race is a

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LISTEN: Town Talk/Fredericksburg Regional Continuum...

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2025/07/21

Megan Samples and Sam Shoukas preview the Point in Time Count on July 24 — a key effort to assess homelessness in the region, done every January and every other summer. They also spotlight the Regional Housing Summit on Oct. 16 at the Fredericksburg Convention Center — bringing together leaders to tackle housing challenges. Info: gwregion.org Also a look at the System Gaps Analysis, highlighting unmet needs in the region’s homelessness response.

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LISTEN: Town Talk/Fredericksburg SPCA

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2025/07/18

Kathleen Daley-Becker and Von Young preview this year’s Fur Ball, taking place August 23rd at the Fredericksburg Convention Center! It’s the biggest night of the year for animal lovers—and a critical fundraiser supporting the lifesaving work of the Fredericksburg SPCA. Get your tickets before August 8th. We also shared updates on six dogs and cats who were rescued from the Texas floods. However, there’s been a recent outbreak of Panleukopenia—a dangerous virus affecting cats. (It’s the “P” in the

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LISTEN: Town Talk/Blosser Education Advocacy

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2025/07/17

Adam Blosser talks about how families of students with special needs can prepare for the upcoming school year. We discuss the importance of the Parent Input Statement in the IEP (Individualized Education Program) process, why your voice matters, and how it shapes educational planning. We also cover how to initiate the IEP process, steps to qualify for services, and what kinds of specific services may be available to support your child’s success. Whether you're new to special education or looking to

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LISTEN: Town Talk/Riverside Center for the...

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2025/07/16

CEO & Producing Artistic Director Patrick A'Hearn talks about current show, "Next to Normal." We also preview "Sound of Music," beginning mid-August. We also talk about the process of choosing shows and actors. riversidedt.com

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LISTEN: Town Talk/UMW President Troy Paino

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2025/07/15

Dr. Paino talks about the value of a liberal arts education, the benefits of a smaller student body/class sizes and the challenges of AI.

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